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Oak Brook, IL, United States of America

The Interlake Companies, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 18

CIPO Patents = 1

Forward Citations = 385

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21 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

James F Mattingly (8 out of 8 patents)

Ellsworth H Collins (8 out of 8 patents)

William A Fultz (4 out of 4 patents)

4. Robert T Powers (2 out of 2 patents)

5. David B Reed (2 out of 2 patents)

6. John E Schuster (2 out of 2 patents)

7. Richard E Tipton (2 out of 2 patents)

8. Allen B Kautz (1 out of 9 patents)

9. George B Simonelic (1 out of 2 patents)

10. Larry A Sikora (1 out of 3 patents)

11. Norman E Andersen (1 out of 2 patents)

12. Bernard P Kunka (1 out of 4 patents)

13. Casper W Hagemann (1 out of 5 patents)

14. James R Garrity (1 out of 1 patent)

15. David M McLochlin (1 out of 1 patent)

18 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 5887732 - Rack with heavy duty rollers in back (1999-03-30),

2. 5638965 - Cartless push-back rack (1997-06-17),

3. 5551543 - Sorter (1996-09-03),

4. 5518104 - Conveyor transfer (1996-05-21),

5. 5375696 - High speed lineshaft-driven accumulating conveyor (1994-12-27),

6. 5287956 - High speed conveyor with movable drive wheel (1994-02-22),

7. 5165516 - Three-way transfer conveyor (1992-11-24),

8. 5137159 - Push-back rack (1992-08-11),

9. 5115920 - Rack (1992-05-26),

10. 5060785 - Electrically-powered control system for accumulating conveyor (1991-10-29),

11. 5038922 - High speed line shaft conveyor (1991-08-13),

12. 5005693 - Line shaft accumulation conveyor (1991-04-09),

13. 4969969 - Apparatus and method for infrared sealing of plastic strap (1990-11-13),

14. 4951808 - Accumulating conveyor (1990-08-28),

15. 4941955 - Apparatus and method for electrochemical machining of flat plates or (1990-07-17),

The Interlake Companies, Inc. is a prominent manufacturer specializing in material handling solutions and industrial automation. Based in Oak Brook, Illinois, the company focuses on developing innovative products that enhance operational efficiency across various sectors. Their expertise encompasses a range of technologies, including conveyor systems, automated storage solutions, and custom-engineered equipment. Interlake's commitment to quality and innovation positions it as a key player in the industrial landscape, serving clients with tailored solutions that meet diverse logistical needs.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 29 2026

18 Patents

#16 in Oak Brook, IL

#915 in Illinois

#17,933 in US

#34,146 in the World

Oak Brook, IL, United States of America

The Interlake Companies, Inc.

Forward Citations = 385

21 inventors:

James F Mattingly (8 out of 8 patents)

Ellsworth H Collins (8 out of 8 patents)

William A Fultz (4 out of 4 patents)

4. Robert T Powers (2 out of 2 patents)

5. David B Reed (2 out of 2 patents)

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