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Grayslake, IL, United States of America

Dale James Shields

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents, plus 2 CIPO patents and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Alkylation Processes. Top assignee: Uop Lcc. Active years: 1999-2014.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Dale James Shields. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/dale-james-shields

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 14

% Patents Active = 57.1



Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 132(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Des Plaines, IL (US) (2009)
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (US) (1999 - 2010)
  • Grayslake, IL (US) (2008 - 2014)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 5,601 
 
Uop Lcc
 patents

Years Active: 1999-2014

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Areas of Expertise:
Alkylation Unit
Oligomerization
Isomerization
Temperature Control
Solids Flow
Fractionation Column
Catalyst Process
Effluent Refrigeration
Hydrogen Fractionation
Process Modification
Settler Control
Multiple Stages
14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8912382 - Alkylation unit and method of modifying (2014-12-16),
2. 8895798 - Method for altering an operation of an alkylation unit (2014-11-25),
3. 8753044 - L-valve construction for controlling solids flow in a liquid medium using standard pipe fittings (2014-06-17),
4. 8747783 - Acid alkylation system and process for controlling temperature in a settler (2014-06-10),
5. 8124034 - Alkylation unit and method of modifying (2012-02-28),
6. 8052945 - Apparatus for oligomerization in multiple stages with single fractionation column (2011-11-08),
7. 7981376 - Processes for the isomerization of normal butane to isobutane (2011-07-19),
8. 7803978 - Process and apparatus for oligomerization in multiple stages with single fractionation column (2010-09-28),
9. 7638675 - Processes for the isomerization of normal butane to isobutane (2009-12-29),
10. 7439410 - Integrated alkylation-isomerization process (2008-10-21),
11. 7119243 - Alkylation process with efficient effluent refrigeration (2006-10-10),
12. 6943276 - Alkylation process with efficient effluent refrigeration (2005-09-13),
13. 6392114 - Solid catalyst alkylation process with regeneration section and hydrogen fractionation zone (2002-05-21),
14. 5895831 - Solid catalyst alkylation process (1999-04-20),

Title: Inventor Spotlight: Dale James Shields

Introduction:

Dale James Shields, a prolific inventor based in Grayslake, IL, has made significant contributions to the field of alkylation units with his innovative patented solutions. With a total of 14 patents to his name, Dale Shields is at the forefront of advancing technologies in the petrochemical industry.

Latest Patents:

1. Alkylation unit and method of modifying - This patent highlights a method of increasing the capacity of an alkylation unit by merging two alkylation zones with specific settler configurations.

2. Method for altering an operation of an alkylation unit - Dale's inventive approach focuses on modifying the operation of an alkylation unit during process upsets to maintain controlled pressure levels in distillation columns.

Career Highlights:

Dale Shields is affiliated with UOP LLC, a prominent player in the petrochemical sector known for its innovative solutions in refining and petrochemical technologies. His association with UOP LLC underscores his dedication to driving advancements in the industry through practical and efficient solutions.

Collaborations:

In his professional journey, Dale has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Daryl Dunham and Paul Alvin Sechrist. Together, they have worked on groundbreaking projects that have reshaped the landscape of alkylation technologies.

Conclusion:

Dale James Shields' remarkable inventions and patent portfolio in the realm of alkylation units exemplify his ingenuity and commitment to advancing industrial processes. His collaborations with talented individuals further reinforce his standing as a visionary inventor in the petrochemical industry.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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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