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Grand Rapids, MI, United States of America

Burke E. Porter Machinery Company

USPTO Granted Patents = 22

CIPO Patents = 16

EPO Patents = 7

Trademarks = 1

Forward Citations = 317

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26 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Karl D Sachs (7 out of 12 patents)

Mark S Hoenke (5 out of 5 patents)

Lawrence J Lawson (4 out of 58 patents)

4. James R Lehman (4 out of 6 patents)

5. Didier Beghuin (3 out of 6 patents)

6. Kris De Sloovere (3 out of 3 patents)

7. Koen Verhaert (3 out of 4 patents)

8. John P Kane (3 out of 21 patents)

9. Timothy James Leep (3 out of 3 patents)

10. Jon D Lawrence (2 out of 8 patents)

11. Kevin Kemp (2 out of 2 patents)

12. Hamid Alper Oral (2 out of 2 patents)

13. Bryan K VandenBosch (1 out of 1 patent)

14. Jack A Hulbert (1 out of 1 patent)

15. Todd K Menkveld (1 out of 1 patent)

22 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 8757218 - Modular tire inflator (2014-06-24),

2. 8400624 - Non contact wheel alignment sensor and method (2013-03-19),

3. 8240197 - Vehicle brake testing assembly (2012-08-14),

4. 8107062 - Non contact wheel alignment sensor and method (2012-01-31),

5. 8096328 - Modular tire inflator (2012-01-17),

6. 8082822 - Vehicle toe set adjustment device and method (2011-12-27),

7. 7864309 - Non contact wheel alignment sensor and method (2011-01-04),

8. 7710555 - Apparatus and method for determining the orientation of an object such as vehicle wheel alignment (2010-05-04),

9. 7600306 - Robotic apparatus and method for mounting a valve stem on a wheel rim (2009-10-13),

10. 7265821 - Caster angle measurement system for vehicle wheels (2007-09-04),

11. 7185410 - Robotic apparatus and method for mounting a valve stem on a wheel rim (2007-03-06),

12. RE39312 - Dual ring tire inflator with splittable support plate (2006-10-02),

13. 7058488 - Vehicle testing apparatus for measuring a propensity of a vehicle to roll over (2006-06-06),

14. 7054727 - Method of measuring a propensity of a vehicle to roll over (2006-05-30),

15. 6886231 - Robotic apparatus and method for mounting a valve stem on a wheel rim (2005-05-03),

Burke E. Porter Machinery Company is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and automation of testing and assembly systems for various industries. With over 65 years of experience, we provide innovative solutions to maximize productivity, quality, and efficiency. Our comprehensive range of products includes testing machines, assembly systems, robotic systems, and more. Visit our website to learn more about our cutting-edge technologies and how we can help optimize your manufacturing processes.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Dec 9 2025

22 Patents

#27 in Grand Rapids, MI

#533 in Michigan

#14,505 in US

#27,863 in the World

Grand Rapids, MI, United States of America

Burke E. Porter Machinery Company

Forward Citations = 317

26 inventors:

Karl D Sachs (7 out of 12 patents)

Mark S Hoenke (5 out of 5 patents)

Lawrence J Lawson (4 out of 58 patents)

4. James R Lehman (4 out of 6 patents)

5. Didier Beghuin (3 out of 6 patents)

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