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Racine, WI, United States of America

Western Publishing Company, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 27

Trademarks = 15

Forward Citations = 710

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28 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Gary S Silverman (6 out of 7 patents)

John F Harris, Iii (6 out of 6 patents)

Frederick E Nobile (4 out of 6 patents)

4. Zeb Billings (4 out of 10 patents)

5. George F Propsom (3 out of 3 patents)

6. Harold D Pierce (2 out of 13 patents)

7. Philip E Orbanes (2 out of 5 patents)

8. Richard A Baumann (2 out of 3 patents)

9. Martin R Moore, Sr (2 out of 4 patents)

10. Ralph H Baer (2 out of 32 patents)

11. William J Bousman (2 out of 2 patents)

12. Robert W Jeffway, Jr (1 out of 24 patents)

13. Craig C Williamson (1 out of 12 patents)

14. Dennis J O'Patka (1 out of 4 patents)

15. Mark Luecke (1 out of 4 patents)

Core Competencies:

Interactive Audio-Visual Work

Latent Image Development

Electronic Book

Liquid Crystal Writing Slate

Game Board

Combination Paint Tray

Crayon Dispenser

Voice Synthesizer

Sound Emitting Probe

Microscope

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27 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 5531600 - Interactive audio-visual work (1996-07-02),

2. 5485792 - Latent image development system (1996-01-23),

3. 5453013 - Interactive audio visual work (1995-09-26),

4. D361597 - Interactive audiovisual board (1995-08-22),

5. 5437552 - Interactive audio-visual work (1995-08-01),

6. 5342064 - Acquisition game (1994-08-30),

7. D349923 - Electronic book (1994-08-23),

8. 5331212 - Electrical device with alternative battery power supplies (1994-07-19),

9. 5325958 - Combination paint tray and storage box (1994-07-05),

10. 5269858 - Method of simulating stained glass art and product thereof (1993-12-14),

11. D332281 - Combined crayon dispenser and sharpener holder (1993-01-05),

12. 5136404 - Liquid crystal writing slate with improved light-transmission retention (1992-08-04),

13. 5117297 - Liquid crystal writing slate with DC imaging system (1992-05-26),

14. 5115330 - Liquid crystal writing slate (1992-05-19),

15. 5111316 - Liquid crystal writing state (1992-05-05),

Company Overview

Western Publishing Company, Inc., based in Racine, Wisconsin, specializes in the development and publication of children's books and educational materials. The company is known for its innovative approach to storytelling and learning, creating engaging content that fosters literacy and creativity among young readers. With a focus on quality and educational value, Western Publishing collaborates with authors and illustrators to produce a diverse range of titles that appeal to various age groups and interests.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 20 2026

27 Patents

#16 in Racine, WI

#293 in Wisconsin

#12,428 in US

#24,034 in the World

Racine, WI, United States of America

Western Publishing Company, Inc.

Forward Citations = 710

28 inventors:

Gary S Silverman (6 out of 7 patents)

John F Harris, Iii (6 out of 6 patents)

Frederick E Nobile (4 out of 6 patents)

4. Zeb Billings (4 out of 10 patents)

5. George F Propsom (3 out of 3 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Western Publishing Company, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/western-publishing-company

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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