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Indianapolis, IN, United States of America

Best Lock Corporation

USPTO Granted Patents = 136

Trademarks = 12

Forward Citations = 1,443

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34 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Walter E Best (88 out of 93 patents)

Gary R Jacobs (68 out of 74 patents)

James W Borgmann (68 out of 68 patents)

4. Timothy R Bjornson (68 out of 68 patents)

5. William R Foshee (43 out of 43 patents)

6. Ralph P Palmer (9 out of 15 patents)

7. John W McIntire (4 out of 5 patents)

8. Duane B Nixon (4 out of 4 patents)

9. Roger Keith Russell (3 out of 14 patents)

10. Walter F Best (3 out of 3 patents)

11. Lyn E Hamel (3 out of 3 patents)

12. Scott A Gilbertson (3 out of 3 patents)

13. R Gene McCullum (3 out of 3 patents)

14. James Edmond Beylotte (2 out of 8 patents)

15. William R Foshee, Deceased (2 out of 2 patents)

Core Competencies:

Vending Machine Lock

Proximity Card Detection

Electronic Token

Sliding Door Lock

Motor Assembly

Cylindrical Lockset

Anti-Rotation Mechanism

Motorized Actuator

High Security Key

Lock Cylinder Assembly

Protective Lock Cylinder

Key Blade Blank

136 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 6684671 - Vending machine lock (2004-02-03),

2. 6535136 - Proximity card detection system (2003-03-18),

3. 6442986 - Electronic token and lock core (2002-09-03),

4. 6122943 - Sliding door lock (2000-09-26),

5. 5931430 - Motor assembly for cylindrical lockset (1999-08-03),

6. 5916281 - Shuttling throw member for lockset (1999-06-29),

7. 5794472 - Disconnecting drive mechanism for cylindrical lockset (1998-08-18),

8. 5590555 - Anti-rotation mechanism for lockset chassis (1997-01-07),

9. 5474348 - Motorized actuator for mortise lockset (1995-12-12),

10. 5453603 - Method and apparatus for decoding bi-phase encoded data (1995-09-26),

11. 5421178 - Motorized lock actuator for cylindrical lockset (1995-06-06),

12. 5291767 - Protective lock cylinder mounting assembly (1994-03-08),

13. 5272895 - High security key and cylinder lock assembly (1993-12-28),

14. 5232255 - Button assembly (1993-08-03),

15. D330845 - Portion of a key blade blank (1992-11-10),

Best Lock Corporation is a leading manufacturer and provider of high-quality lock and security solutions. With over 50 years of industry experience, we offer a wide range of innovative locking systems for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Our products are known for their reliability, durability, and advanced security features. Whether it's a traditional lock or an advanced electronic access control system, we strive to deliver solutions that meet the unique needs of our customers. Visit our website to explore our comprehensive product range and find the perfect locking solution for your requirements.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Dec 16 2025

136 Patents

#15 in Indianapolis, IN

#51 in Indiana

#2,742 in US

#5,772 in the World

Indianapolis, IN, United States of America

Best Lock Corporation

Forward Citations = 1,443

34 inventors:

Walter E Best (88 out of 93 patents)

Gary R Jacobs (68 out of 74 patents)

James W Borgmann (68 out of 68 patents)

4. Timothy R Bjornson (68 out of 68 patents)

5. William R Foshee (43 out of 43 patents)

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