John Michael Lipscomb

This inventor holds 92 USPTO granted patents and 26 published patent applications, plus 2 CIPO patents and 14 EPO patents, primarily in Extruded Food Products (CPC class A01K1-0155). Top assignees: Pioneer Pet Products, LLC, G.h.l. International, Inc., Ghl Specialty Flours, LLC. Active years: 1994-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 92 (Patent Applications = 26)

% Patents Active = 83.7

CIPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 2)

EPO Patents = 14 (Patent Applications = 28)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.8

ph-index = 20

Forward Citations = 1,007(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 883(Dec 10, 2025)

Inventors with similar research interests:

Location History:

Pearce, AZ (US) (1994)
Cedarburg, WI (US) (2003 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

79 out of 85

Pioneer Pet Products, LLC

patents

6 out of 6

G.h.l. International, Inc.

patents

5 out of 5

Ghl Specialty Flours, LLC

patents

4. 1 out of 4

Magnum Power Products, LLC

patents

5. 1 out of 4

Veterinary Ventures, Inc.

patents

6. 1 out of 834,307

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1994-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Extruded Gelling Food Products

Self-Clumping Cat Litter

Granular Absorbent

Functionally Enhanced Flours

Air Treatment System

Dust Reducing Blends

Pet Fountain

Aquarium Support Arrangement

Cold-Processing Methods

Quenched Granular Absorbent

Clip-On Filter

Vortex Fountain

92 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12667848 - Functionally enhanced flours, grits, and food products and methods of making and using same (2026-06-30),

2. 12660791 - Lightweight coated extruded granular absorbent (2026-06-23),

3. 12550922 - Extruded gelling food products, extruded gelling food product ingredients, and methods for making extruded gelling food products and extruded food product ingredients (2026-02-17),

4. 12550864 - Extruded self-clumping cat litter (2026-02-17),

5. 12478034 - System and ultrahigh pressure extrusion method for making extruded granular sorbent with post-extrusion cold-processing of extruded granular absorbent for size control (2025-11-25),

6. 12433313 - Extruded gelling products and methods for making extruded gelling products (2025-10-07),

7. 12279638 - Functionally enhanced flours and methods of making and using same (2025-04-21),

8. 12226731 - Infectious agent air treatment system, apparatus, and method (2025-02-18),

9. 12225878 - Airborne dust reducing granular absorbent blends (2025-02-18),

10. 12010975 - Granular absorbent and system and method for treating or processing granular absorbent during granular absorbent transport (2024-06-18),

11. 11950565 - Method for making extruded granular absorbent and clumping granular absorbent (2024-04-09),

12. 11896039 - Extruded gelling food products, extruded gelling food product ingredients, and methods for making extruded gelling food products and extruded food product ingredients (2024-02-13),

13. 11890798 - Quenched extruded granular absorbent and system and method for making quenched extruded granular absorbent (2024-02-06),

14. 11602120 - Lightweight coated extruded granular absorbent (2023-03-14),

15. 11528914 - Functionally enhanced flours, grits, and food products and methods of making and using same (2022-12-20),

Title: John Michael Lipscomb: Innovator and Inventor in Air Treatment Technologies

Introduction

John Michael Lipscomb, based in Cedarburg, WI, is a prolific inventor with an impressive portfolio of 84 patents to his name. His contributions primarily focus on innovative air treatment systems and materials designed to enhance environmental safety and health.

Latest Patents

Lipscomb's recent work includes the development of an infectious agent air treatment system, which significantly improves the efficacy of personal protective equipment (PPE) masks. This system utilizes a media possessing an infectious agent attenuator, which can neutralize airborne pathogens. The technology integrates moisture-activated biocides, such as citric acid, which is maintained in an activated state through the absorption of moisture from exhaled air. In another groundbreaking patent, he created airborne dust reducing granular absorbent blends. These blends consist of various components, including smectite-containing absorbent granules, designed to minimize airborne dust and enhance the effectiveness of the absorbents used.

Career Highlights

Lipscomb's career features positions at notable companies such as Pioneer Pet Products and G.H.L. International, Inc. His innovative approach and dedication to improving air quality technologies have marked him as a significant figure in his field.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Lipscomb has collaborated with esteemed professionals, including Qing He and Stanley L. Suring. These partnerships have fostered a dynamic exchange of ideas and have propelled many of his projects forward.

Conclusion

John Michael Lipscomb's inventive prowess not only showcases his ability to innovate within the air treatment sector but also reflects his commitment to public health and environmental safety. With his continued research and development, Lipscomb is poised to make even greater advancements in his field.