The company says it has been awarded more than 25,000 patents, an average of one a day over its 70-year life.

Conrad was awarded more than 200 patents throughout his life.

Then patents awarded to medical devices began to cover their methods of use.

He was awarded more than 50 patents for his inventions.

French was awarded a patent for his steam engine in 1809.

Hence he was able to reach more than 750 patents awarded worldwide.

There were a number of patents awarded for fifth wheel design.

He and his son developed twenty-four items that were awarded patents.

He wrote 50 published articles on his specialty and was awarded eight patents.

The company had been awarded more than 10,000 patents.