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Dallas, TX, United States of America

Vari-Lite, Inc.


USPTO Granted Patents = 60


Trademarks = 3

Forward Citations = 3,823

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38 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal James M Bornhorst (23 out of 23 patents)

silverMedal Timothy D Stacy (13 out of 13 patents)

bronzeMedal Richard W Hutton (11 out of 11 patents)

4.  Timothy W Terleski (11 out of 43 patents)

5.  Brooks W Taylor (6 out of 6 patents)

6.  Thomas E Walsh (6 out of 6 patents)

7.  Douglas A Hanson (5 out of 5 patents)

8.  Richard K Steele (4 out of 5 patents)

9.  John Henry Covington (4 out of 4 patents)

10.  Breck M Outland (4 out of 4 patents)

11.  Thomas A Hough (3 out of 18 patents)

12.  Staci Ault Mininger (3 out of 21 patents)

13.  Randall D Garrett (3 out of 3 patents)

14.  James Maddux, Iii (3 out of 3 patents)

15.  Timothy S Martinson (3 out of 3 patents)


Core Competencies:
Lighting Control
High Intensity Projectors
Optical Devices
Programmable Gobo
Adjustable Luminaire
Color Mixing
Dimmer Blade
Light Pattern Generator
Architectural Luminaries
Thermal Management
Compact Luminaire
Remote Lamp Control

60 patents:

1. 6578987 - Intra-lens color and dimming apparatus (2003-06-17),
2. 6550939 - Light beam shutter apparatus (2003-04-22),
3. D457673 - Lamp head assembly (2002-05-22),
4. D452339 - Lamp head assembly (2001-12-19),
5. D451890 - Lighting control console (2001-12-12),
6. 6282027 - Zoomable beamspreader with matched optical surfaces for non-imaging illumination applications (2001-08-28),
7. D439356 - Lighting instrument (2001-03-21),
8. 6123436 - Optical device for modifying the angular and spatial distribution of (2000-09-26),
9. 6113252 - Architectural luminaries (2000-09-05),
10. 6046861 - Zoom lens system having imaging and non-imaging ranges (2000-04-04),
11. 6031749 - Universal power module (2000-02-29),
12. D420332 - Lighting control console (2000-02-08),
13. 6011640 - High intensity lighting projectors (2000-01-04),
14. D417300 - Adjustable compact luminaire (1999-11-30),
15. 5969868 - Sequential cross-fading color filters and system (1999-10-19),
Company Overview
Vari-Lite, Inc., based in Dallas, TX, is a leader in the field of lighting technology, specializing in innovative solutions for entertainment and architectural lighting. The company develops advanced lighting control systems, high-intensity projectors, and optical devices that enhance visual experiences. Key technologies include programmable gobo systems, adjustable luminaires, and sophisticated color mixing techniques. Vari-Lite's commitment to quality and creativity positions it at the forefront of the lighting industry, catering to a diverse range of applications.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

Vari-Lite, Inc. USPTO Patent Assignee Logo
60 Patents

#35 in Dallas, TX

#329 in Texas

#5,992 in US

#12,083 in the World

Dallas, TX (US)
Dallas, TX, United States of America

Vari-Lite, Inc.

Forward Citations = 3,823

38 inventors:

goldMedal James M Bornhorst (23 out of 23 patents)

silverMedal Timothy D Stacy (13 out of 13 patents)

bronzeMedal Richard W Hutton (11 out of 11 patents)

4.  Timothy W Terleski (11 out of 43 patents)

5.  Brooks W Taylor (6 out of 6 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Vari-Lite, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/vari-lite

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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