Kensington Computer Products Group (Kensington), a
division of an ACCO Brands Corporation (NYSE:ABD) today announced that
it has won a patent lawsuit against Belkin Corporation and ABA Locks
Manufacturing Company (ABA), protecting Kensington's patented computer
security lock technology.
A jury in Marshall, Texas agreed with Kensington that Belkin's and
ABA's products infringe Kensington's patents. The jury found that
Belkin and ABA willfully infringed Kensington's patents and awarded
Kensington damages. The Court permanently prohibited Belkin and ABA
from selling the infringing products and granted Kensington its
attorney's fees and costs.
"Kensington's victory once again demonstrates the strength of our
notebook lock patent portfolio," said Boris Elisman, President of
Kensington Computer Products Group. "We created the security slot
found on 95 percent of all laptops made today and have made
substantial investments in patented locking technologies that benefit
consumers. We intend to vigorously defend our intellectual property
rights and protect our patented products."
About Kensington Computer Products Group (www.kensington.com)
Kensington Computer Products Group, headquartered in Redwood
Shores, California, is the technology division of ACCO Brands
(NYSE:ABD), a world leader in branded office products, with annual
revenues of nearly $2 billion and products marketed in more than 100
countries across the globe. For more information visit the Kensington
Web site at kensington.com or call toll-free 1-800-235-6708.
Kensington and Microsaver are registered trademarks of ACCO
Brands. (C) 2006 ACCO Brands. All rights reserved.
ACCO Brands Corporation is a global consumer, technology and business branded products company. The Companyâs segments include ACCO Brands North America, ACCO Brands EMEA and ACCO Brands International. Each business segment designs, markets, sources, manufactures, and sells recognized consumer, technology and business branded products used in schools, homes and at work. The Companyâs product categories include gaming and computer accessories; storage and organization; notebooks; shredding; laminating and binding machines; stapling; punching; planners; dry-erase boards; and do-it-yourself tools, among others. Its portfolio includes both globally and regionally recognized brands. The Companyâs primary brands include PowerA, Five Star, AT-A-GLANCE, Quartet, Kensington, Swingline, GBC, Mead, Hilroy, Leitz, Derwent, Spirax, NOBO, Esselte, Artline, Rexel and others. Its products are sold primarily in the United States, Europe, Australia, Canada, Brazil and Mexico.
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