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Fort Scott, KS, United States of America

Ward-Kraft, Inc.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 87

% Expired Patents = 31.0

Trademarks = 10

Forward Citations = 817

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44 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Jesse D Crum (34 out of 41 patents)

Roger E Kraft (25 out of 40 patents)

Gina Staudinger (19 out of 34 patents)

4. Roger Davis (17 out of 26 patents)

5. Phil Quick (16 out of 21 patents)

6. Ryan Kraft (6 out of 11 patents)

7. Bruce Raming (4 out of 21 patents)

8. Merlin F Mercer (4 out of 4 patents)

9. Young Min Yoo (3 out of 3 patents)

10. Randy Zimmerman (3 out of 4 patents)

11. Cecil J Feagins (3 out of 3 patents)

12. Cecil Lee Combs (3 out of 3 patents)

13. Roger D Buck (3 out of 3 patents)

14. Merl Mercer (3 out of 3 patents)

15. Roy A Johnson (3 out of 3 patents)

Core Competencies:

Labeling Systems

Wristbands

Dissolvable Adhesives

Shipping Labels

Self-Supporting Signs

Thermal Printing

Business Communication

Customizable Projectiles

Pressure Sensitive Labels

Printable Coatings

Magnetic Products

Game Organization

87 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 12606339 - Labeling systems and methods of making and using same (2026-04-21),

2. 11559975 - Dissolvable adhesive liner label and methods of making and using same (2023-01-24),

3. 11557228 - Wristband and label form (2023-01-17),

4. 11530067 - Labeling systems and methods of making and using same (2022-12-20),

5. D970611 - Combination wristband with slots and label form (2022-11-22),

6. D970610 - Business form having a wristband with slots (2022-11-22),

7. D970609 - Combination wristband with slots and label form (2022-11-22),

8. D967254 - Wristband form with extender (2022-10-18),

9. D967253 - Wristband form with extender (2022-10-18),

10. D961675 - Combination wristband label form with tags (2022-08-23),

11. 11402167 - Single-use magazines and methods of making and using same (2022-08-02),

12. 11373556 - Shipping label with perimeter adhesive (2022-06-28),

13. D953428 - Combination easy release wristband and label form (2022-05-31),

14. 11348485 - Shelf sign systems and methods of making and using same (2022-05-31),

15. 11238759 - Single ply wristband with printable coating (2022-02-01),

Company Overview

Ward-Kraft, Inc., based in Fort Scott, Kansas, specializes in innovative labeling systems and related products. The company develops a diverse range of solutions including wristbands, dissolvable adhesives, shipping labels, and self-supporting signs. With a focus on thermal printing and business communication, Ward-Kraft caters to various industries by providing customizable projectiles and tailored labeling solutions. Their commitment to quality and innovation positions them as a key player in the labeling technology sector.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

87 Patents

#1 in Fort Scott, KS

#31 in Kansas

#4,290 in US

#8,787 in the World

Fort Scott, KS, United States of America

Ward-Kraft, Inc.

Forward Citations = 817

44 inventors:

Jesse D Crum (34 out of 41 patents)

Roger E Kraft (25 out of 40 patents)

Gina Staudinger (19 out of 34 patents)

4. Roger Davis (17 out of 26 patents)

5. Phil Quick (16 out of 21 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Ward-Kraft, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/ward-kraft

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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