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Wedowee, AL, United States of America

Thomas A Thorsen

This inventor holds 21 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 2 CIPO patents, primarily in Cold Room Hardware. Top assignees: Kason Industries, Inc., Other. Active years: 1992-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Thomas A Thorsen. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/thomas-a-thorsen

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 21 

% Patents Active = 100.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.2

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 279(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Moreland, GA (US) (1992 - 2003)
  • Wedowee, AL (US) (2009 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal20 out of 106 
 
Kason Industries, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 834,513 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 1992-2022

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Areas of Expertise:
Cold Room Latch
Interior Latch
Door Hinge
Heavy Duty Hinge
Anti-Sag Hinge
Lock Handle Assembly
Sliding Door System
Walk-In Freezer
Locking Assembly
Strip Curtain System
Anti-Burst Latch
Shelf Bracket
21 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11261628 - Cold room latch (2022-03-01),
2. D813644 - Cold room interior latch (2018-03-27),
3. 9068376 - Strike for walk-in cold rooms (2015-06-30),
4. 8621715 - Hinge (2014-01-07),
5. 8505166 - Heavy duty riser hinge (2013-08-13),
6. 8407859 - Hinge (2013-04-02),
7. D658031 - Door hinge (2012-04-24),
8. D649861 - Door latch (2011-12-06),
9. 8020253 - Hinge and hinge cover (2011-09-20),
10. D637061 - Door latch (2011-05-03),
11. 7870642 - Anti-sag hinge (2011-01-18),
12. 7584523 - Anti-sag hinge (2009-09-08),
13. 6526788 - Walk-in freezer door handle and lock assembly (2003-03-04),
14. D453100 - Lock handle assembly (2002-01-30),
15. 6336248 - Suspension system for sliding door (2002-01-08),

Title: Innovations and Contributions of Thomas A. Thorsen

Introduction

Thomas A. Thorsen, based in Wedowee, Alabama, is a prolific inventor with an impressive portfolio of 21 patents. His contributions to the field of invention have significantly impacted industries, particularly through innovative mechanical designs.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations are the "Cold Room Latch" and the "Cold Room Interior Latch." The Cold Room Latch features a lockable design for walk-in cold rooms, consisting of a lockable strike, an exterior strike assembly, and an interior release assembly. The exterior strike assembly incorporates a housing and a rod holder meant to securely hold a coupling rod. It also includes a metal anti-rotation plate that is removably attached to the housing. The interior release assembly is equipped with a turn knob, an escutcheon plate, and an index washer, ensuring both functionality and user-friendly access.

Career Highlights

Thomas has contributed his expertise at Kason Industries, Inc., among other companies. His role in these organizations has allowed him to drive advancements in product design and create solutions that enhance operational efficiency.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Thomas A. Thorsen has worked alongside talented colleagues, including Burl M. Finkelstein and Brett A. Mitchell. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to numerous innovative developments.

Conclusion

Thomas A. Thorsen's work exemplifies dedication to innovation and problem-solving in engineering design. His ongoing contributions through patents such as the Cold Room Latch underline his importance in the field and inspire future generations of inventors.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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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