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Commerce, CA, United States of America

Kobe, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 60

Trademarks = 11

Forward Citations = 680

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20 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

John W Erickson (50 out of 58 patents)

Francis Barton Brown (6 out of 6 patents)

Harold L Petrie (6 out of 7 patents)

4. Vitolis Budrys (5 out of 5 patents)

5. Daniel G Peterson (4 out of 4 patents)

6. Walter W Crichlow (3 out of 3 patents)

7. Phillip M Wilson (3 out of 4 patents)

8. Carter P Williams (3 out of 3 patents)

9. F Barton Brown (3 out of 3 patents)

10. Charles L Presley (2 out of 2 patents)

11. Martin G Hubbard (2 out of 2 patents)

12. Dale P Gilson (1 out of 2 patents)

13. John M Kelleher (1 out of 3 patents)

14. Charles C Nelson (1 out of 1 patent)

15. Poul H Andersen (1 out of 1 patent)

Core Competencies:

Fluid Pump

Centrifugal Separator

Downhole Pump

Erosion Resistance

Hydraulic System

Jet Pump

Turbo Pump

High Pressure

Gas Separation

Pumping Apparatus

Cleaning System

Oil Well

60 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 4449582 - Sequenced production incorporating fluid rod pump (1984-05-22),

2. 4436492 - Surface power unit for a downhole pump (1984-03-13),

3. 4425086 - Combined surface power unit and velocity actuated valve for a downhole (1984-01-10),

4. 4425083 - Velocity actuated valve for a downhole pump (1984-01-10),

5. 4381175 - Jet electric pump (1983-04-26),

6. 4346256 - Conduit in supplying electrical power and pressurized fluid to a point (1982-08-24),

7. 4332521 - High speed jet rotating casing apparatus (1982-06-01),

8. 4323285 - Dual thrust bearing for a shaft (1982-04-06),

9. 4322199 - High specific speed rotary chamber pump (1982-03-30),

10. 4310288 - Method and apparatus for improving erosion resistance of the mixing (1982-01-12),

11. 4304410 - Sealing structure for reciprocating pistons exposed to high pressure (1981-12-08),

12. 4299352 - Centrifuge apparatus (1981-11-10),

13. 4294573 - Submersible electrically powered centrifugal and jet pump assembly (1981-10-13),

14. 4292011 - Turbo pump gas compressor (1981-09-29),

15. 4289610 - Apparatus for pumping and conditioning drilling fluid (1981-09-15),

Kobe, Inc. is a prominent player in the pump technology sector, headquartered in Commerce, California. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of various fluid handling solutions, including centrifugal separators, downhole pumps, and high-pressure jet pumps. With a focus on innovation, Kobe, Inc. emphasizes erosion resistance and hydraulic systems, catering to diverse industrial applications. Their expertise in turbo pumps further solidifies their position in the market, addressing the needs of clients across multiple sectors.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

60 Patents

#2 in Commerce, CA

#1,401 in California

#5,991 in US

#12,077 in the World

Commerce, CA, United States of America

Kobe, Inc.

Forward Citations = 680

20 inventors:

John W Erickson (50 out of 58 patents)

Francis Barton Brown (6 out of 6 patents)

Harold L Petrie (6 out of 7 patents)

4. Vitolis Budrys (5 out of 5 patents)

5. Daniel G Peterson (4 out of 4 patents)

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