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Clover, SC, United States of America

Performance Friction Corporation

USPTO Granted Patents = 32

% Expired Patents = 28.1

EPO Patents = 8

Trademarks = 5

Forward Citations = 205

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22 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Donald L Burgoon (26 out of 27 patents)

Darin Cate (9 out of 9 patents)

Wenqi Qian (9 out of 9 patents)

4. Mark Wagner (6 out of 6 patents)

5. Scott Andrew Paul (4 out of 4 patents)

6. Paul Rankin (3 out of 3 patents)

7. Craig A Van Harken (3 out of 3 patents)

8. James Borner (2 out of 2 patents)

9. Konan Perez (2 out of 2 patents)

10. Nihal Murthy (2 out of 2 patents)

11. Peter N Babbage (2 out of 2 patents)

12. Joseph Bradley Dalton (2 out of 2 patents)

13. Jason Oakley (2 out of 4 patents)

14. Grafton Robertson (2 out of 2 patents)

15. Sean E Killeen (2 out of 2 patents)

Core Competencies:

Torsion Brake

Floating Rotor

Brake Caliper

Anti-Lock System

Parking Brake

Brake Pad

Torque Distribution

Retraction Controller

High Temperature Coating

Computer Vision

Burnishing Method

Inspection System

32 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 11209057 - Torsion brake retractor, caliper and method (2021-12-28),

2. 11199232 - Torsion brake retractor, caliper and method (2021-12-14),

3. 10508699 - Floating rotor disc brake with marcel expander ring attachment (2019-12-17),

4. 10253835 - Brake caliper with brake pad timing and retraction controller with lock-connection (2019-04-09),

5. 10221906 - Floating rotor disc/hub with retention ring fastener (2019-03-05),

6. 10215245 - Floating rotor disc with compressible retention ring fastener (2019-02-26),

7. 10001187 - Brake caliper with brake pad timing and retraction controller (2018-06-19),

8. 9976611 - Brake rotor assembly for use with an anti-lock braking system (2018-05-22),

9. 9889833 - Integrated parking brake for disk brake (2018-02-13),

10. 9765833 - Anti-lock brake device for use with a brake rotor disc (2017-09-19),

11. 9759279 - Floating brake drum and hat assembly (2017-09-12),

12. 9512892 - Brake caliper with brake pad timing and retraction controller (2016-12-06),

13. 9441690 - Air cooled piston cap assembly (2016-09-13),

14. 9291227 - Brake rotor and abs tone ring attachment assembly that promotes in plane uniform torque transfer distribution (2016-03-22),

15. 9145120 - Sliding caliper parking brake having positive brake pad retraction (2015-09-29),

Company Overview

Performance Friction Corporation is a leading manufacturer specializing in high-performance brake systems and components for automotive applications. Based in Clover, South Carolina, the company focuses on developing innovative braking solutions that enhance safety and performance for both motorsport and everyday vehicles. With a commitment to quality and engineering excellence, Performance Friction leverages advanced materials and technology to deliver products that meet the demanding needs of automotive enthusiasts and professionals alike.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 20 2026

32 Patents

#1 in Clover, SC

#71 in South Carolina

#10,607 in US

#20,697 in the World

Clover, SC, United States of America

Performance Friction Corporation

Forward Citations = 205

22 inventors:

Donald L Burgoon (26 out of 27 patents)

Darin Cate (9 out of 9 patents)

Wenqi Qian (9 out of 9 patents)

4. Mark Wagner (6 out of 6 patents)

5. Scott Andrew Paul (4 out of 4 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Performance Friction Corporation. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/performance-friction

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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