Company patents
Hoffman Enclosures Inc.
Hoffman Enclosures Inc. surprisingly maintains a strong focus on Printed Circuits & Electronic Assemblies, representing 55.8% of its portfolio, with a notable 30.0% growth so far in 2026, while also showing an emerging interest in Separation Processes (Filtration, Distillation) with a 100.0% YoY growth in 2026, despite a general decline in several smaller categories like Locks & Keys and Fasteners, which saw a 100.0% decline so far in 2026.
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Product-level themes inferred from filings since 2023, with category chips showing where each theme appears. Select a theme to filter the patents below.
77 US filings (since 2023) · 12 categories · 10 themes
Mechanical structures and components for securely attaching photovoltaic modules to various surfaces (ground, roof, canopy) while allowing for adjustment, sealing, and integration with cleaning or support features.
Methods and structures for integrating and enclosing electronic components into compact, multi-functional modules, often involving embedded components, multi-layer substrates, and electromagnetic shielding for performance and miniaturization.
Furniture designs that incorporate specialized compartments, locking mechanisms, or automated retrieval systems to secure, organize, or control access to stored items within cabinets, desks, or appliances.
Locking mechanisms specifically designed for automotive applications, recreational vehicles, or unique door types like bi-fold, sliding, or container doors, often incorporating specific safety, noise reduction, or operational features.
Methods and materials used to construct robust and protective enclosures for electronic devices, focusing on structural integrity, impact resistance, thermal dissipation, and specialized material properties for enhanced durability.
Systems designed for rapid and secure attachment and detachment of devices or components to a main support structure, often employing snap-fit, clamping, or magnetic mechanisms for convenience and flexibility.
Locks integrating electronic components for remote control, wireless communication, internet connectivity, and digital credential management, often including features for user identification and access monitoring.
Intelligent control systems that manage the connection and disconnection of power, including pre-charging capacitive loads, reclosing after faults, or isolating parts of a grid based on detected conditions, often involving smart switches and relays with adaptive logic.
Equipment and processes for separating solid particles from liquid or gas phases in industrial settings, encompassing mechanical screening, filtration of molten materials, and various filter media designs.
Membrane and depth filtration for industrial separation, gas purification, and bioprocess clarification including cross-flow, dead-end, tangential flow filtration, and oil/water separation.
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Solar Module Mounting Systems