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Warren, MI, United States of America

Sommer Company


USPTO Granted Patents = 26

Trademarks = 1

Forward Citations = 266

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1 inventor (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Gordon M Sommer (26 out of 64 patents)


Core Competencies:
Oil Shear Clutch
Multi-Speed Drive
Electro-Shear Brake
Inching Drive
Clutch-Brake Unit
Pressure Actuated Pump
Variable Speed Drive
Motor Drive System
Reversing Drive
Brake Unit
Graduated Speed Control
Modular Accessories

26 patents:

1. 5487456 - Press drive with oil shear clutch/brake drives with internal flywheel (1996-01-30),
2. 5454765 - Electrically energized oil shear drive system (1995-10-03),
3. 5323888 - Electrical actuated multi-speed drive apparatus (1994-06-28),
4. 5195623 - Two speed drive with oil shear electro clutch/brake (1993-03-23),
5. 5194057 - Two speed press drive (1993-03-16),
6. 5186288 - Electro-shear brake (1993-02-16),
7. 4921078 - Electro-shear brake (1990-05-01),
8. 4865172 - Combination brake and inching device (1989-09-12),
9. 4765448 - Inching drive (1988-08-23),
10. 4693350 - Clutch-brake unit (1987-09-15),
11. 4616739 - Inching drive (1986-10-14),
12. 4600368 - Pressure actuated downhole pump (1986-07-15),
13. 4598804 - Motor drive system (1986-07-08),
14. 4552255 - Multiple speed drive (1985-11-12),
15. 4527681 - Variable speed drive unit with graduated increasing and decreasing speed (1985-07-09),
Company Overview
Sommer Company, based in Warren, MI, specializes in advanced automation solutions, particularly in the field of garage door operators and access control systems. The company is known for its innovative engineering and commitment to quality, providing products that enhance convenience and security in residential and commercial applications. Sommer's technology focuses on integrating smart features and reliable performance, catering to a diverse clientele across North America.
Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 20 2026

26 Patents

#13 in Warren, MI

#469 in Michigan

#12,865 in US

#24,826 in the World

Warren, MI (US)
Warren, MI, United States of America

Sommer Company

Forward Citations = 266

1 inventor:

goldMedal Gordon M Sommer (26 out of 64 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Sommer Company. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/sommer-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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