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For the Inventor, By the Inventor

Benton Harbor, MI, United States of America

Whirlpool Corporation


USPTO Granted Patents = 6,145

% Expired Patents = 15.8



Trademarks = 28

Forward Citations = 63,818

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3,820 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal John W McConnell (254 out of 264 patents)

silverMedal Seth E Bixby (133 out of 137 patents)

bronzeMedal Abhay Naik (128 out of 128 patents)

4.  Steven John Kuehl (122 out of 125 patents)

5.  Brandon T Mock (119 out of 119 patents)

6.  Guolian Wu (117 out of 121 patents)

7.  Richard A McCoy (107 out of 109 patents)

8.  Paul B Allard (105 out of 106 patents)

9.  Nihat O Cur (104 out of 107 patents)

10.  Rodney Michael Welch (95 out of 123 patents)

11.  James William Kendall (93 out of 103 patents)

12.  Ameresh Babu Viswanathan (89 out of 90 patents)

13.  Chad Jonathan Rotter (82 out of 97 patents)

14.  Jessica R McConnell (81 out of 81 patents)

15.  Patrick J Boarman (80 out of 81 patents)


Core Competencies:
Espresso Machine
Lint Filter
Icemaker Assembly
Cooking Appliance
Dishwasher
Laundry Appliance
Super Insulating Nano-Spheres
Thermal Bridgebreaker
Humidity Control
Food Processor
Electric Kettle
Ventilation System

6,145 patents:

1. D1148424 - Shelving system (2026-09-22),
2. 12742586 - Refrigerator appliance with pullout-drawer assembly (2026-09-22),
3. 12742348 - Hinge bracket assembly for an appliance cabinet (2026-09-22),
4. 12736273 - Trim breaker profile for a vacuum insulated structure (2026-09-15),
5. 12734721 - Pusher assembly for a food processor assembly (2026-09-15),
6. D1146561 - Knob for a household appliance (2026-09-08),
7. D1146517 - Citrus juicer (2026-09-08),
8. D1146464 - Electric kettle (2026-09-08),
9. 12729905 - Vacuum port pressure sensor cover (2026-09-08),
10. 12729902 - Support assembly for appliance (2026-09-08),
11. 12729901 - Wall panel for an appliance (2026-09-08),
12. 12729862 - Cooking appliance having a support rack (2026-09-08),
13. 12727736 - Dishwasher and dispenser (2026-09-08),
14. D1145469 - Knob for a cooking appliance (2026-09-01),
15. D1145459 - Wall oven (2026-09-01),
Whirlpool Corporation is a leading multinational manufacturer and marketer of home appliances. The company's diverse portfolio of brands includes Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, and JennAir. With a strong commitment to innovation, Whirlpool designs and produces a wide range of appliances, including refrigerators, dishwashers, washers, dryers, ovens, and more. Whirlpool Corporation operates in over 170 countries, providing quality products that improve people's lives and enhance their homes.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 22 2026

Whirlpool Corporation
6,145 Patents

#1 in Benton Harbor, MI

#5 in Michigan

#64 in US

#136 in the World

Benton Harbor, MI (US)
Benton Harbor, MI, United States of America

Whirlpool Corporation

Forward Citations = 63,818

3,820 inventors:

goldMedal John W McConnell (254 out of 264 patents)

silverMedal Seth E Bixby (133 out of 137 patents)

bronzeMedal Abhay Naik (128 out of 128 patents)

4.  Steven John Kuehl (122 out of 125 patents)

5.  Brandon T Mock (119 out of 119 patents)

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