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Fresno, CA, United States of America

The Vendo Company

USPTO Granted Patents = 22

% Expired Patents = 9.1

Trademarks = 2

Forward Citations = 427

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27 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Larry E Hieb (5 out of 15 patents)

Herman R Craven (4 out of 4 patents)

Richard A Pollock (3 out of 3 patents)

4. Allen Alexander (2 out of 3 patents)

5. Spencer L Childers (2 out of 2 patents)

6. Charles A Moss (2 out of 8 patents)

7. Daniel S Carter (2 out of 2 patents)

8. William C Hoppe (2 out of 2 patents)

9. Dennis E Schramm (1 out of 5 patents)

10. Christopher R Craven (1 out of 5 patents)

11. Harry Wright (1 out of 1 patent)

12. James F Ptacek (1 out of 5 patents)

13. Gregory A Petrie (1 out of 1 patent)

14. David O Bess (1 out of 1 patent)

15. Dennis M Rupp (1 out of 1 patent)

22 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 7032776 - Vending machine bucket drive control (2006-04-25),

2. 6945427 - Self-learning depth logic for multi-depth vendor control (2005-09-20),

3. 6735989 - Pilfer and vandalism resistant hasp locking mechanism (2004-05-18),

4. 6582036 - Door retaining device (2003-06-24),

5. 5498387 - Method of manufacturing a helical structure (1996-03-12),

6. 5255968 - Replaceable sign face (1993-10-26),

7. 5176288 - Control dispensing apparatus for vending machines (1993-01-05),

8. 5156451 - Apparatus having a high center of gravity with energy absorbing device (1992-10-20),

9. 5143430 - Inner door latch (1992-09-01),

10. 4986615 - Vending apparatus (1991-01-22),

11. 4974888 - Fastening apparatus (1990-12-04),

12. 4940161 - Ramp apparatus (1990-07-10),

13. 4696413 - Vending system and method for preventing multiple product vends (1987-09-29),

14. 4454961 - Package dispensing mechanism for vending machine (1984-06-19),

15. 4245755 - Product storage space apportioning apparatus for product dispensing (1981-01-20),

Company Overview

The Vendo Company, based in Fresno, California, specializes in the design and manufacturing of advanced vending solutions. With a focus on innovative technology, Vendo develops a range of automated retail systems that enhance consumer convenience and streamline operations for businesses. The company is committed to integrating cutting-edge technology into its products, ensuring reliability and efficiency in various environments, from traditional retail to modern automated marketplaces.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 20 2026

22 Patents

#3 in Fresno, CA

#3,590 in California

#15,051 in US

#28,807 in the World

Fresno, CA, United States of America

The Vendo Company

Forward Citations = 427

27 inventors:

Larry E Hieb (5 out of 15 patents)

Herman R Craven (4 out of 4 patents)

Richard A Pollock (3 out of 3 patents)

4. Allen Alexander (2 out of 3 patents)

5. Spencer L Childers (2 out of 2 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: The Vendo Company. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/vendo-company

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]

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