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Frankenthal, Germany

Klein, Schanzlin & Becker Aktiengesellschaft

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USPTO Granted Patents = 73

Trademarks = 2

Forward Citations = 782

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89 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Peter Hergt (7 out of 13 patents)

Robert Dernedde (6 out of 7 patents)

Heinz-Bernd Matthias (6 out of 6 patents)

4. Karl Gaffal (6 out of 7 patents)

5. Christian Klepp (6 out of 6 patents)

6. Jurgen Schill (5 out of 7 patents)

7. Alexander Nicklas (5 out of 7 patents)

8. Dusan Florjancic (5 out of 5 patents)

9. Gunter Koll (4 out of 4 patents)

10. Kurt Holzenberger (4 out of 4 patents)

11. Karl-Heinz Becker (4 out of 4 patents)

12. Hans-Joachim Franke (4 out of 4 patents)

13. Alois Illy (3 out of 7 patents)

14. Otto Schiele (3 out of 3 patents)

15. Wilhelm Blank (3 out of 3 patents)

Core Competencies:

Centrifugal Pump

Non-Clogging Impeller

Fluid Flow Machines

Thermal Barrier

Torque Transmission

Shaft Seal Assembly

Lubricating System

Multi-Stage Compressors

Pressure Equalizing Device

Submersible Motor Pump

Centrifugal Pump Casing

Flexible Shaft Coupling

73 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 4995790 - Vertical barrel pump (1991-02-26),

2. 4834559 - Multiple-face radial plain bearing (1989-05-30),

3. 4828457 - Elbow casing for fluid flow machines (1989-05-09),

4. 4806078 - Device for transmitting torque to brittle impellers of fluid flow (1989-02-21),

5. 4799857 - Casing for fluid flow machines (1989-01-24),

6. 4792119 - Valve (1988-12-20),

7. 4778314 - Method of machining grooves in shafts and like workpieces (1988-10-18),

8. 4775297 - Non-clogging impeller for use in axial and mixed-flow centrifugal pumps (1988-10-04),

9. 4775295 - Centrifugal pump casing (1988-10-04),

10. 4753571 - Liquefied gas pump (1988-06-28),

11. 4752187 - Radial impeller for fluid flow machines (1988-06-21),

12. 4720248 - Thermal barrier for submersible pump and motor assemblies (1988-01-19),

13. 4653721 - Device for coupling the shank and the valving element of a shutoff valve (1987-03-31),

14. 4646579 - Shaft seal assembly (1987-03-03),

15. 4643593 - Assembly for lubricating thrust bearings of machines (1987-02-17),

Company Overview

Klein, Schanzlin & Becker Aktiengesellschaft, based in Frankenthal, Germany, specializes in the development and manufacturing of centrifugal pumps and fluid flow machines. The company focuses on innovative technologies such as non-clogging impellers, thermal barriers, and advanced shaft seal assemblies, which enhance the efficiency and reliability of fluid transport systems. With a commitment to engineering excellence, KSB serves various industries, providing solutions that address complex fluid dynamics and torque transmission challenges.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

73 Patents

#3 in Frankenthal

#786 in Germany

#10,278 in the World

Frankenthal, Germany

Klein, Schanzlin & Becker Aktiengesellschaft

Forward Citations = 782

89 inventors:

Peter Hergt (7 out of 13 patents)

Robert Dernedde (6 out of 7 patents)

Heinz-Bernd Matthias (6 out of 6 patents)

4. Karl Gaffal (6 out of 7 patents)

5. Christian Klepp (6 out of 6 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Klein, Schanzlin & Becker Aktiengesellschaft. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/klein-schanzlin-and-becker-ag

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

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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