Mohnton, PA, United States of America

Troy A Wetzel

This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Woodstream Corporation. Active years: 2010-2013.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Troy A Wetzel. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/troy-a-wetzel

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


% Patents Active = 100.0


 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.6

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 40(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Mohnton, PA (US) (2010 - 2011)
  • West Reading, PA (US) (2012 - 2013)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2010-2013

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5 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Troy A Wetzel

Introduction

Troy A Wetzel is an accomplished inventor based in Mohnton, PA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of pest control technology, holding a total of 5 patents. His innovative designs focus on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of electronic mouse traps.

Latest Patents

One of Wetzel's latest inventions is the electrocuting mouse trap with an automatic chamber-clearing mechanism. This electronic mouse trap features multiple kill capabilities and an automatic mechanism for clearing the killing chamber. The design includes an elevated killing chamber that is rotatably mounted on a base, which houses a collection bin positioned directly underneath. Mice gain access to the chamber through an entrance pathway. After a mouse is killed, the chamber automatically rotates via a gear motor, allowing the dead mouse to fall into the collection bin. Once the chamber is inverted and the mouse is removed, the gear motor reverses direction, returning the chamber to its upright position, ready to capture another mouse.

Career Highlights

Wetzel's career is marked by his dedication to innovation in pest control solutions. His work at Woodstream Corporation has allowed him to develop and refine his inventions, contributing to the company's reputation for quality and effectiveness in pest management products.

Collaborations

Wetzel has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Robert Theodore Cruz and Richard L Eyer. Their combined expertise has fostered a creative environment that encourages the development of groundbreaking pest control technologies.

Conclusion

Troy A Wetzel's contributions to the field of pest control through his innovative designs and patents have made a significant impact. His work continues to influence the industry, providing effective solutions for pest management.

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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