Chatfield, MN, United States of America

Paul P Durhman

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Afc, Inc.. Active years: 1976.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Paul P Durhman. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/paul-p-durhman-985i27jb

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% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 13(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 1976

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Paul P. Durhman and His Fence-Post Invention.

Introduction

Paul P. Durhman is an inventor associated with Chatfield, Minnesota, and Afc, Inc. His patent work addresses a practical challenge in electric-fence construction: creating a lightweight, rigid post and a secure way to support fence wires.

Latest Patents

The available information identifies one patent for Durhman: Post and Clip Construction for the Wire Fences. The invention describes a T-shaped fence post made from unidirectional glass fibers in a plastic resin. Its flat surfaces and rigid, lightweight construction eliminate the need for an anchor plate.

The patent also describes wire-like clips that can be crimped around the post or resiliently engaged with it. Their design works with the post’s T-shaped cross section to provide secure wire support. An alternative holder uses two ring portions that fit around the post, joined by a hinge portion.

Career Highlights

Durhman’s documented patent contribution focuses on improving the structure and wire-support system of electric fences. The patent record lists 1 patent and associates him with Afc, Inc.

Collaborations

The listed coworkers associated with Durhman are Conrad F. Fingerson and James E. Gove. The available information does not specify their roles in the patent or their working relationship with him.

Conclusion

Paul P. Durhman’s recorded invention combines a composite T-shaped fence post with adaptable wire supports, offering a practical approach to secure and lightweight electric-fence construction.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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