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Tk Elevator Innovation and Operations Gmbh

USPTO Granted Patents = 39

% Expired Patents = 20.5

EPO Patents = 49

Trademarks = 8

Forward Citations = 13

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74 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Martin Madera (5 out of 8 patents)

Jeffrey Shawn Duvall (5 out of 8 patents)

Marius Matz (4 out of 4 patents)

4. Michael Kirsch (3 out of 7 patents)

5. Justin Charles Morse (3 out of 5 patents)

6. Eduard Steinhauer (3 out of 8 patents)

7. Philippe Gainche (3 out of 6 patents)

8. Matthias Glück (2 out of 4 patents)

9. William E Bowling (2 out of 3 patents)

10. Michael Palazzola (2 out of 5 patents)

11. Thomas Kuczera (2 out of 7 patents)

12. Thomas Felis (2 out of 6 patents)

13. Reinhardt Krämer (2 out of 4 patents)

14. Richard Thum (2 out of 4 patents)

15. Martin Krieg (2 out of 5 patents)

Core Competencies:

Condition Monitoring

Elevator Systems

Dual Coil Brakes

Touchless Requests

Hoisting Members

Safety Devices

Cabin Operating Panels

Traction Sheave Assembly

Drive Shaft

Synchronization

Installation Methods

Braking Devices

39 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 12723623 - Bearing positioning structure without radial interference fit (2026-09-01),

2. 12692126 - Systems and methods for monitoring elevator dual coil electromechanical brakes (2026-07-28),

3. 12643770 - Methods of monitoring the condition of elevator belts (2026-06-02),

4. 12623884 - Systems and methods for touchless elevator cab requests (2026-05-12),

5. 12570501 - Condition monitoring system for elevator hoisting members (2026-03-10),

6. 12479700 - Elevator system having two shafts (2025-11-25),

7. 12459785 - Elevator system (2025-11-04),

8. 12415706 - Electrical monitoring connector for an elevator hoisting member (2025-09-16),

9. 12162724 - Systems and methods for displaying cabin operating panels in elevator cabs based on positions of passengers (2024-12-10),

10. 12116242 - Elevator counterweight mounted governor assemblies (2024-10-15),

11. 12113316 - Grounding assemblies for an elevator assembly (2024-10-08),

12. 12043518 - Tension equalizing traction sheave assembly for elevator assemblies (2024-07-23),

13. 11834300 - Stabilizing assemblies and methods of use thereof (2023-12-05),

14. 11603289 - Supporting device for a rotary platform in an elevator system (2023-03-14),

15. 11593537 - Method of planning a platform lift (2023-02-28),

Company Overview

Tk Elevator Innovation and Operations GmbH is a prominent player in the elevator and escalator industry, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and maintenance of vertical transportation systems. With a focus on innovation, the company integrates advanced technologies to enhance safety, efficiency, and user experience in urban environments. Operating from its headquarters in Essen, Germany, Tk Elevator is committed to sustainable solutions and smart mobility, addressing the evolving needs of modern infrastructure and urban development.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

39 Patents

#22 in Essen

#1,304 in Germany

#17,428 in the World

Tk Elevator Innovation and Operations Gmbh

Forward Citations = 13

74 inventors:

Martin Madera (5 out of 8 patents)

Jeffrey Shawn Duvall (5 out of 8 patents)

Marius Matz (4 out of 4 patents)

4. Michael Kirsch (3 out of 7 patents)

5. Justin Charles Morse (3 out of 5 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Tk Elevator Innovation and Operations Gmbh. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/tk-elevator-innovation-and-operations

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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