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West Lebanon, IN, United States of America

Tru-Flex Metal Hose Corporation

USPTO Granted Patents = 27

% Expired Patents = 3.7



Trademarks = 2

Forward Citations = 317

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10 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal R Winfield Thomas (17 out of 19 patents)

silverMedal Scott Robert Swank (5 out of 11 patents)

bronzeMedal Roy W Thomas (3 out of 3 patents)

4.  Lawrence G Wilson (2 out of 2 patents)

5.  Robert F Stalcup, Ii (1 out of 5 patents)

6.  Brian K Bowman (1 out of 1 patent)

7.  Arthur H Clawson, Jr (1 out of 3 patents)

8.  Gregory S McGowen (1 out of 1 patent)

9.  Lloyd E McGowen (1 out of 2 patents)

10.  Ernest E Messick (1 out of 1 patent)

11.  Scott R Swank (0 patent)

12.  Scott Swank (0 patent)


Core Competencies:
Exhaust Connection Member
Dynamic Torsion Control
Self-Sealing Hose
Flexible Connector Assembly
Termination Fitting
Piping Adapter
Heat Resistant Hose
Multi-Layered Piping
Corrugated Hose
Flexible Fuel Tube
End-Slotted Hose
Clamping Device

27 patents:

1. 8382165 - Exhaust connection member with preformed braided cover (2013-02-26),
2. 7775561 - Exhaust pipe joint with insert (2010-08-17),
3. 7066495 - Exhaust bellows for dynamic torsion control in an exhaust system (2006-06-27),
4. 6893053 - Exhaust bellows for dynamic torsion control in an exhaust system (2005-05-17),
5. 6497254 - Self-sealing flexible metal hose (2002-12-24),
6. 6488316 - Flexible metal hose termination fitting with adapter for termination plate (2002-12-03),
7. 6488313 - Flexible connector assembly for exhaust system (2002-12-03),
8. 6427727 - Flexible hose length control system, exhaust system application, and manufacturing method (2002-08-06),
9. 6378561 - Self-sealing flexible metal hose (2002-04-30),
10. 6341805 - Vehicle exhaust system with improved pipe end configurations (2002-01-29),
11. 6312021 - End-slotted flexible metal hose (2001-11-06),
12. 6102446 - Polygonal flexible metal hose coupling assembly (2000-08-15),
13. 6102445 - Sealed coupling system for flexible hose (2000-08-15),
14. 6053212 - Length-controlled flexible hose and method of manufacturing same (2000-04-25),
15. 5934269 - Flexible fuel tube assembly for gas-fired appliance and installation (1999-08-10),
Company Overview
Tru-Flex Metal Hose Corporation specializes in the design and manufacture of flexible metal hose and braid products. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications, providing solutions that enhance fluid and gas transfer systems. With a focus on quality and innovation, Tru-Flex is committed to meeting the evolving needs of its clients while maintaining high standards of safety and performance in its product offerings. Headquartered in West Lebanon, Indiana, the company leverages advanced engineering techniques to deliver reliable and efficient solutions.
Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 20 2026

27 Patents

#1 in West Lebanon, IN

#180 in Indiana

#12,428 in US

#24,034 in the World

West Lebanon, IN (US)
West Lebanon, IN, United States of America

Tru-Flex Metal Hose Corporation

Forward Citations = 317

10 inventors:

goldMedal R Winfield Thomas (17 out of 19 patents)

silverMedal Scott Robert Swank (5 out of 11 patents)

bronzeMedal Roy W Thomas (3 out of 3 patents)

4.  Lawrence G Wilson (2 out of 2 patents)

5.  Robert F Stalcup, Ii (1 out of 5 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Tru-Flex Metal Hose Corporation. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/tru-flex-metal-hose

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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