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Limerick, PA, United States of America

Pilling Weck Incorporated


USPTO Granted Patents = 46

% Expired Patents = 15.2


Trademarks = 2

Forward Citations = 7,898

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49 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal James A Rinner (16 out of 67 patents)

silverMedal Hua Gao (8 out of 48 patents)

bronzeMedal Stephen J Dawes (5 out of 5 patents)

4.  David Lee Foshee (4 out of 54 patents)

5.  Mosaddeq Hossain (4 out of 4 patents)

6.  Chad E Ryshkus (4 out of 6 patents)

7.  David N Fowler (3 out of 61 patents)

8.  Robert Banik (3 out of 3 patents)

9.  J David Hughett (2 out of 4 patents)

10.  James M Walsh (2 out of 3 patents)

11.  Richard J Gallagher (2 out of 2 patents)

12.  Thomas W Ruckdeschel (2 out of 9 patents)

13.  Gerard A Powell (2 out of 2 patents)

14.  Curtis W Thornton (2 out of 41 patents)

15.  William H Pilling (2 out of 6 patents)


Core Competencies:
Surgical Clip Applier
Torque Tool Handle
Endoscopic Instruments
Ratcheting Driver
Surgical Grasping Device
Sterilization Case
Surgical Stapler
Clip Applicator System
Automatic Clip Applier
Fingertip-Actuated Tools
Screwdriver Assembly
Medical Tool Kits

46 patents:

1. 7211092 - Automated-feed surgical clip applier and related methods (2007-05-01),
2. 7211091 - Fingertip-actuated surgical clip applier and related methods (2007-05-01),
3. 7188556 - Rotatable hand tool with a torque controller and method (2007-03-13),
4. 7181997 - Ratchet screwdriver and method of making same (2007-02-27),
5. 7175184 - Collect tool holder and method of making same (2007-02-13),
6. 7168342 - Ratchet screwdriver with actuator cap and method (2007-01-30),
7. 7131977 - Apparatus and method for removing a clip (2006-11-07),
8. 7131467 - Instrument for applying a tie to two items and method of making same (2006-11-07),
9. D523724 - Rotatable tool handle (2006-06-27),
10. D522836 - Rotatable tool handle (2006-06-13),
11. 7055415 - Screwdriver assembly and method with torque measuring scale (2006-06-06),
12. 7036399 - Ratchet screwdriver with actuator cap and method (2006-05-02),
13. 7001412 - Surgical clip with integral suture-securing mechanism (2006-02-21),
14. 6997084 - Ratcheting driver with pivoting pawls and method of arranging same (2006-02-14),
15. 6996886 - Method of making a torque tool handle (2006-02-14),
Pilling Weck Incorporated is a medical device manufacturing company. They specialize in the production of surgical instruments and implants used in various fields, including general surgery, urology, gynecology, and orthopedics. With over 100 years of experience, Pilling Weck is known for its high-quality products that meet the rigorous standards of the medical industry. They are committed to advancing healthcare through innovation and continuously strive to improve patient outcomes.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 22 2026

Pilling Weck Incorporated
46 Patents

#2 in Limerick, PA

#278 in Pennsylvania

#7,582 in US

#15,080 in the World

Limerick, PA (US)
Limerick, PA, United States of America

Pilling Weck Incorporated

Forward Citations = 7,898

49 inventors:

goldMedal James A Rinner (16 out of 67 patents)

silverMedal Hua Gao (8 out of 48 patents)

bronzeMedal Stephen J Dawes (5 out of 5 patents)

4.  David Lee Foshee (4 out of 54 patents)

5.  Mosaddeq Hossain (4 out of 4 patents)

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