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Minneapolis, MN, United States of America

Kurt Manufacturing Company, Inc.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 80

% Expired Patents = 13.8

Trademarks = 20

Forward Citations = 1,274

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32 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

John O Lenz (16 out of 16 patents)

Leon M Bernstein (15 out of 15 patents)

Ingo E Wolfe (11 out of 12 patents)

4. David L Schmidt (10 out of 13 patents)

5. Phillip E Schlangen (7 out of 30 patents)

6. Duane G Schroeder (6 out of 9 patents)

7. Steven John Tschida (5 out of 5 patents)

8. William G Kuban (4 out of 5 patents)

9. Tyler Garrett Mardaus (2 out of 2 patents)

10. Paul Carlsen (2 out of 2 patents)

11. Bradd R Meyers (2 out of 2 patents)

12. Raymond J Koski (2 out of 2 patents)

13. Steven J Dirschel (2 out of 2 patents)

14. William L Eshleman (2 out of 4 patents)

15. Paul R Lawson (2 out of 4 patents)

Core Competencies:

Workpiece Processing

Clamping Vise

Bicycle Trainer

Machine Vise

Locking Mechanism

Resistance Device

Modular Wheelchair

Hydraulic Vise

Multi-Purpose Vise

Rotary Vane Machine

Robot Controller

Carving Machine

80 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 12752401 - Vise assembly with two movable jaws (2026-10-06),

2. 12145246 - Workpiece processing system (2024-11-19),

3. 11667012 - Self-centering dual direction clamping vise with adjustable center support (2023-06-06),

4. 11168791 - Brush seal mounting for a vise jaw (2021-11-09),

5. 10828749 - Vise with improved stationary jaw (2020-11-10),

6. D900257 - Bicycle trainer (2020-10-27),

7. 10633053 - Axle arrangement for a bicycle (2020-04-28),

8. D815507 - Stationary jaw for a vise (2018-04-17),

9. 9814931 - Bicycle trainer with roller speed sensor (2017-11-14),

10. 9656719 - Axle arrangement for a rear hub of a bicycle (2017-05-23),

11. 9610474 - Bicycle trainer with roller speed sensor (2017-04-04),

12. D775058 - Bottle holder (2016-12-27),

13. 9259633 - Roller assembly having internal resistance components (2016-02-16),

14. 9193040 - Machine vise attachment (2015-11-24),

15. 9095958 - Self centering dual direction clamping vise (2015-08-04),

Company Overview

Kurt Manufacturing Company, Inc. is a prominent player in the workholding solutions sector, headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. The company specializes in the design and production of innovative clamping devices and vises, which are essential for workpiece processing in various manufacturing applications. Their product range includes hydraulic vises, machine vises, and specialized locking mechanisms, catering to industries that require precision and reliability. Additionally, Kurt Manufacturing is involved in developing resistance devices and modular solutions for mobility aids, reflecting their commitment to enhancing operational efficiency across diverse fields.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Nov 3 2026

80 Patents

#28 in Minneapolis, MN

#130 in Minnesota

#4,635 in US

#9,460 in the World

Minneapolis, MN, United States of America

Kurt Manufacturing Company, Inc.

Forward Citations = 1,274

32 inventors:

John O Lenz (16 out of 16 patents)

Leon M Bernstein (15 out of 15 patents)

Ingo E Wolfe (11 out of 12 patents)

4. David L Schmidt (10 out of 13 patents)

5. Phillip E Schlangen (7 out of 30 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Kurt Manufacturing Company, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/kurt-manufacturing-company

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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