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Davidson, NC, United States of America

Trane International Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 793

CIPO Patents = 5

EPO Patents = 118

Trademarks = 102

Forward Citations = 3,403

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670 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Stephen Anthony Kujak (36 out of 42 patents)

Jay H Johnson (31 out of 31 patents)

Joel C VanderZee (26 out of 28 patents)

4. Stephen Stewart Hancock (26 out of 37 patents)

5. David Marshall Foye (24 out of 34 patents)

6. Nathan Thomas West (22 out of 22 patents)

7. Jeffrey Lee Stewart (20 out of 23 patents)

8. Wayne N Kraft (18 out of 21 patents)

9. Youssef A Jaber (17 out of 17 patents)

10. Raymond Walter Rite (17 out of 17 patents)

11. Kenneth J Schultz (17 out of 24 patents)

12. Lee R Cline (16 out of 17 patents)

13. Christopher Blake Smith (16 out of 16 patents)

14. Robert Wayne Helt (16 out of 31 patents)

15. Scott Joseph Smerud (16 out of 19 patents)

Core Competencies:

HVAC Systems

Scroll Compressors

Refrigerant Recovery

Variable Frequency Drives

Sound Dampening

Indoor Air Quality

Heat Pump Control

Energy Optimization

Gas Bearing Management

Temperature Control

Demand Response

Refrigeration Systems

793 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 12504190 - Air conditioning unit with a leak ventilation inducer (2025-12-23),

2. 12504025 - Interstage capacity control valve with separate drive and stabilization linkages (2025-12-23),

3. 12500480 - Supplying AC electricity from a photovoltaic system without an electronic power inverter (2025-12-16),

4. 12498131 - Prioritizing efficient operation over satisfying an operational demand (2025-12-16),

5. 12487008 - Method of commissioning an HVAC system (2025-12-02),

6. 12474083 - Scroll compressor with intermediate injection (2025-11-18),

7. 12473920 - Lubrication system for compressors (2025-11-18),

8. 12467668 - Refrigerant recovery and repurposing (2025-11-11),

9. 12451827 - Variable frequency drive system with medium voltage input and low voltage output (2025-10-21),

10. 12449159 - Tunable acoustic metamaterials for sound dampening of HVAC equipment (2025-10-21),

11. 12429248 - Air handling unit (2025-09-30),

12. 12422151 - Sound and vibration damping enclosures for refrigerant compressors of climate control systems (2025-09-23),

13. 12410929 - Rapid restart chiller system (2025-09-09),

14. 12410803 - Gas bearing management for a compressor (2025-09-09),

15. 12392523 - Systems and methods for operating a climate control system on a microgrid (2025-08-19),

Trane International Inc. is a global provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. With a rich history spanning over a century, Trane has become a trusted name in the industry, known for its innovative solutions, energy-efficient products, and exceptional customer service. The company offers a comprehensive range of HVAC systems for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. From high-performance air conditioners to advanced heating solutions, Trane aims to deliver superior comfort, efficiency, and sustainability in every project. Through a global network of dealers and distributors, Trane serves customers in over 100 countries, providing reliable and cutting-edge HVAC solutions to meet various needs and requirements.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Dec 23 2025

793 Patents

#2 in Davidson, NC

#17 in North Carolina

#618 in US

#1,228 in the World

Davidson, NC, United States of America

Trane International Inc.

Forward Citations = 3,403

670 inventors:

Stephen Anthony Kujak (36 out of 42 patents)

Jay H Johnson (31 out of 31 patents)

Joel C VanderZee (26 out of 28 patents)

4. Stephen Stewart Hancock (26 out of 37 patents)

5. David Marshall Foye (24 out of 34 patents)

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