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Benton Harbor, MI, United States of America

Whirpool Corporation

USPTO Granted Patents = 31

% Expired Patents = 25.8

Forward Citations = 394

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105 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Seth E Bixby (4 out of 137 patents)

Steven John Kuehl (3 out of 125 patents)

John W McConnell (3 out of 264 patents)

4. Jeffrey M Browne (3 out of 34 patents)

5. Paul E Beshears, Jr (2 out of 26 patents)

6. Richard K Gresens (2 out of 55 patents)

7. Kaustav Ghosh (2 out of 35 patents)

8. James William Kendall (2 out of 103 patents)

9. Nihat O Cur (2 out of 107 patents)

10. Giovanni Pino (2 out of 37 patents)

11. Allen D Wong (2 out of 23 patents)

12. Scott D Slabbekoorn (1 out of 23 patents)

13. Barry E Tuller (1 out of 83 patents)

14. Dean A Martin (1 out of 64 patents)

15. Nelson Rene Garcia-Polanco (1 out of 5 patents)

31 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 11697954 - Adjustable door hinge system (2023-07-11),

2. 11622667 - Dishwasher filter assembly (2023-04-11),

3. 11460241 - Refrigerator and shelving system for a refrigerator (2022-10-04),

4. 11346596 - Trim breaker for an insulated appliance (2022-05-31),

5. D893946 - Kettle (2020-08-25),

6. 10561295 - Dishwasher (2020-02-18),

7. 10178938 - Dishwasher with a pivot system for a dish rack (2019-01-15),

8. D798510 - Frontload drying appliance (2017-09-26),

9. 9649005 - Method to remove fatty soils in a dishwasher (2017-05-16),

10. 9272892 - Enhanced heat transfer to water (2016-03-01),

11. 9071907 - Vacuum insulated structure tubular cabinet construction (2015-06-30),

12. 8832966 - Laundry treating appliance with fluffing-state detection (2014-09-16),

13. D712440 - Ice bin and cover assembly for a refrigerator (2014-09-02),

14. 8533881 - Method for dispensing an enzyme in a laundry treating appliance (2013-09-17),

15. 8268082 - Method of operating a dishwasher pump and filtration system (2012-09-18),

Whirlpool Corporation is a leading manufacturer and marketer of home appliances. With a diverse portfolio including brands such as Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, and Amana, the company offers products for every aspect of the home. From refrigerators and dishwashers to washing machines and dryers, Whirlpool is dedicated to creating innovative solutions that make everyday tasks easier.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 22 2026

31 Patents

#6 in Benton Harbor, MI

#408 in Michigan

#10,904 in US

#21,205 in the World

Benton Harbor, MI, United States of America

Whirpool Corporation

Forward Citations = 394

105 inventors:

Seth E Bixby (4 out of 137 patents)

Steven John Kuehl (3 out of 125 patents)

John W McConnell (3 out of 264 patents)

4. Jeffrey M Browne (3 out of 34 patents)

5. Paul E Beshears, Jr (2 out of 26 patents)

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