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Concordville, PA, United States of America

Southco, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 464

EPO Patents = 45

Trademarks = 17

Forward Citations = 8,362

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226 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Richard E Schlack (50 out of 50 patents)

Robert H Bisbing (41 out of 42 patents)

Benjamin Gerald Lindo (34 out of 42 patents)

4. Glenn Eric Anderson (32 out of 32 patents)

5. Edward A McCormack (27 out of 27 patents)

6. James H Vickers (26 out of 26 patents)

7. Lynn B Ziemer (20 out of 20 patents)

8. James J Ford (20 out of 20 patents)

9. Claes Magnusson (18 out of 21 patents)

10. Thomas J Ellis (17 out of 22 patents)

11. Eric D Hyp (17 out of 18 patents)

12. Harry L Dickerson (15 out of 15 patents)

13. Eugene Novin (13 out of 20 patents)

14. Loc B Tieu (13 out of 13 patents)

15. William E Sokurenko (13 out of 13 patents)

Core Competencies:

Electronic Latch Assembly

Modular Latch System

Vehicle Glove Box Latch

Electromechanical Locking Latch

Multi-Point Latching System

Compression Latch

Display Support Arm Assembly

Ejection Mechanism

Captive Fastener

Counterbalance Assembly

Lever Compression Latch

Electronic Access System

464 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. D1103741 - Electronic latch assembly (2025-12-02),

2. D1103740 - Electronic reader module of an electronic latch assembly (2025-12-02),

3. 12446178 - Electronic device ejection mechanism with selectively disableable ejection function (2025-10-14),

4. 12378802 - Rotary latch assembly with multiple striker engagements (2025-08-05),

5. 12366094 - Electronic striker for releasing a compartment door and method of using the same (2025-07-22),

6. 12345076 - Electronically actuated and locking glove box system (2025-07-01),

7. 12331564 - Vehicle glove box latch (2025-06-17),

8. 12331546 - Modular latch system (2025-06-17),

9. 12305424 - Electronic lock (2025-05-20),

10. 12297668 - Compression latch (2025-05-13),

11. 12291891 - Lever compression latch (2025-05-06),

12. 12258769 - Hinge for servicing pole-mounted equipment (2025-03-25),

13. 12241281 - Electronic latch (2025-03-04),

14. 12215524 - Method and device for sensing a striker within a rotary latch (2025-02-04),

15. 12203500 - Captive fastener and method of assembling the same (2025-01-21),

Southco is a global leader in engineered access solutions, specializing in the design and manufacture of locks, latches, hinges, and other hardware components. Their products are used in a wide range of industries including automotive, aerospace, medical, electronics, and transportation. With a history dating back to 1899, Southco has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, reliable, and innovative solutions that enhance the functionality and security of a variety of applications.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Dec 23 2025

464 Patents

#1 in Concordville, PA

#39 in Pennsylvania

#994 in US

#1,993 in the World

Concordville, PA, United States of America

Southco, Inc.

Forward Citations = 8,362

226 inventors:

Richard E Schlack (50 out of 50 patents)

Robert H Bisbing (41 out of 42 patents)

Benjamin Gerald Lindo (34 out of 42 patents)

4. Glenn Eric Anderson (32 out of 32 patents)

5. Edward A McCormack (27 out of 27 patents)

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