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Cleveland, OH, United States of America

The Eastern Company


USPTO Granted Patents = 347

% Expired Patents = 2.9



Trademarks = 31

Forward Citations = 6,529

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122 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Lee S Weinerman (170 out of 172 patents)

silverMedal Scott A Arthurs (76 out of 76 patents)

bronzeMedal Michael O Misner (44 out of 44 patents)

4.  Arthur J Kuminski (25 out of 25 patents)

5.  Timothy P Laabs (24 out of 24 patents)

6.  Joel T Vargus (20 out of 21 patents)

7.  Raymond L Wright (18 out of 19 patents)

8.  John V Pastva (15 out of 16 patents)

9.  Matthew D Schroll (14 out of 20 patents)

10.  Richard H Russell (13 out of 21 patents)

11.  Fredrick L Putzier (12 out of 12 patents)

12.  Thomas Heinrich (11 out of 11 patents)

13.  John J Crocco (9 out of 9 patents)

14.  Steven A Mayo (9 out of 9 patents)

15.  Douglas J Paige (8 out of 13 patents)


Core Competencies:
Electromechanical Lock
Latch Assembly
Vehicle Access Control
Sliding Latch
Pull Through Cable Lock
Smart Lock System
Combination Lock
Electrical Cam Lock
Tie Down Apparatus
Rooftop Accessory Clamp
Cash Bag Lock
Retractable Latch Bolt

347 patents:

1. D1130060 - Handle (2026-06-16),
2. 12584342 - Apparatus for controlling bus doors (2026-03-24),
3. 12331562 - Electro-mechanically locking compression latch (2025-06-17),
4. 12330593 - Rooftop accessory locking clamp (2025-06-17),
5. 12320173 - Latch apparatus (2025-06-03),
6. 12252903 - Electrical cam lock with manual override (2025-03-18),
7. 12196002 - Latch apparatus (2025-01-14),
8. D1042089 - Electrical cam lock with mechanical override (2024-09-17),
9. 12054964 - Latch apparatus (2024-08-06),
10. 12049778 - Apparatus for controlling bus doors (2024-07-30),
11. 11993969 - Hinge (2024-05-28),
12. 11933074 - Electrical cam lock with manual override (2024-03-19),
13. 11808060 - Lock with sliding lock body portions (2023-11-07),
14. 11772567 - Vehicle roof rack accessory clamp (2023-10-03),
15. 11697958 - Apparatus for controlling bus doors (2023-07-11),
The Eastern Company, headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced locking mechanisms. Its product portfolio includes a range of solutions such as electromechanical locks, latch assemblies, and smart lock systems, catering to various applications including vehicle access control and security. The company is committed to innovation in the locking technology sector, focusing on enhancing security and convenience through its diverse offerings.
Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

347 Patents

#10 in Cleveland, OH

#59 in Ohio

#1,303 in US

#2,624 in the World

Cleveland, OH (US)
Cleveland, OH, United States of America

The Eastern Company

Forward Citations = 6,529

122 inventors:

goldMedal Lee S Weinerman (170 out of 172 patents)

silverMedal Scott A Arthurs (76 out of 76 patents)

bronzeMedal Michael O Misner (44 out of 44 patents)

4.  Arthur J Kuminski (25 out of 25 patents)

5.  Timothy P Laabs (24 out of 24 patents)

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