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The owner of Lockum has been issue several patents on different devices The latest is for the LU-6000 and LU600MC. Below is a list of all patents.

  1. Permanently affixed folding emergency escape ladder

    Permanently affixed folding emergency escape ladder
    US Pat. 5871067 - Filed Oct 15, 1997 - Issued Feb 16, 1999
    The present invention is a collapsible, folding emergency escape ladder having an attachment means for permanently affixing it to a window frame rough opening structural components that are present within the walls of all residential housed, a retention means for securing the ladder in the folded position, and a multiplicity of swivel link means for joining the multiplicity of ladder sections to one another. The attachment means for permanently affixing the emergency escape ladder to a window sill includes a rigid framework having attachment bolts/screws apertures disposed therein at predetermined locations that line up with the inner wall structural framework found surrounding windows in most, if not all, residential dwellings. The retention means for securing the ladder in the folded position includes a pin arrangement that may cooperate with a chain for gathering the collapsed foldable sections in a compact area next to the rigid framework attachment means. A preferred embodiment...
    16, 1999 [54] PERMANENTLY AFFIXED FOLDING EMERGENCY ESCAPE LADDER [76] Inventor: Steve Parenti, 36425 Newark Blvd., Newark, Calif. 94560 [21] Appl. No. ...

    Patents/US5871067.pdf

  2. License plate frame

    License plate frame
    US Pat. D557647 - Filed Dec 11, 2006 - Issued Dec 18, 2007


    18,2007 (54) LICENSE PLATE FRAME (76) Inventor: Steve Parenti, 36425 Newark Blvd ., Newark, CA (US) 94560 (**) Term: 14 Years (21) Appl. No. ...

    Patents/USD557647.pdf

  3. Reversible locking license plate and registration sticker tag ...

    Reversible locking license plate and registration sticker tag ...
    US Pat. 6892483 - Filed Oct 28, 2002 - Issued May 17, 2005
    A reversible license plate frame is provided that will prevent theft of a license plate and the registration sticker. The reversible locking license plate and registration sticker tag protection frame of the present invention includes a license plate frame comprising a heavy material frame that surrounds unbreakable windows that protect the registration tags regardless of which of the four corners of the license plate to which the tag may be affixed. This prevents the removal of the registration tags by unauthorized persons. To prevent theft, a locking bar configured to receive a cylinder lock covers the screws that attach the frame to the license plate mount. The cylinder locks cannot be removed without a key rendering the screws inaccessible.
    US 6892483 B2 Parenti (45) Date of Patent: May 17, 2005 (54) REVERSIBLE ... AND REGISTRATION STICKER TAG PROTECTION FRAME (76) Inventor: Steve Parenti, ...

    Patents/US6892483.pdf

  4. License plate lock

    License Plate Lock
    US Pat. 6158154 - Filed Mar 31, 1998 - Issued Dec 12, 2000
    The present invention is a locking device having a renewal sticker theft prevention window locking device that is applicable for license plates which display such renewal stickers in any corner of the license plates. The license plate locking means has the lock shackle positioned such that it would not be readily attachable or exposed to cutting such as by a hacksaw or other cutting device-that is the lock shackle is protected therefrom by enveloping the shackle in a protected enclosure.
    United States Patent [w] Parenti [54] LICENSE PLATE LOCK [76] Inventor: Steve Parenti, 36425 Newark Blvd., Newark, Calif. 94560 [21] Appl. No. ...

    Patents/US6158154.pdf

  5. License plate protection frame

    License plate protection frame
    US Pat. App 11053354 - Filed Feb 4, 2005
    A tamper resistant locking mechanism has a cylinder-lock receiver that is fixedly attached to an object frame that holds an object a user desires to be secured. An example of the object frame is the license plate frame. Other object frames include a frame for a painting or other work of art. The cylinder lock receiver is formed such that it has a depth that is sufficient so that the head of cylinder lock is recessed within cylinder lock receiver. A license plate frame incorporates the tamper resistant locking mechanism.
    US 2005/0278995 Al Parenti (43) Pub. Date: Dec. 22, 2005 (54) LICENSE PLATE PROTECTION FRAME (76) Inventor: Steve Parenti, Newark, CA (US) Correspondence ...


    Patents/US20050278995.pdf

  6. License plate security lock

    License plate security lock
    US Pat. App 12658141 - Filed Feb 3, 2010
    A license plate security device comprises a slip collar into which a license plate mounting machine screw is inserted. These are inserted into a spin barrel assembly with a closed bottom and an open top. The license plate is installed on the vehicle using at least one of these license plate security devices, more machine screws, and an ordinary screwdriver. A cabinet style key lock is inserted into the open end of the spin barrel and covers the head of the machine screw. A weather cap is snapped over the lock and spin barrel to keep out dirt, water, and ice. Removing the license plate now requires a key to remove the lock from the spin barrel to access the head of the machine screw. Turning the spin barrel only will not remove the machine screw because the collar creates a slip joint and will not transmit enough torque.
    Steve Parenti, Newark, CA (US)

    Patents/US20110185605.pdf

  7. License plate security frame- Our most current Patent used with LU 6000 and LU600MC

    License plate security frame
    US Pat. 7836618 - Filed Apr 3, 2009 - Issued Nov 23, 2010

    A license plate security frame comprises a solid inner back plate that is secured to a vehicle and a outer front rim hinged to it that traps the license plate and covers the mounting screws. Hinges at the bottom allow the inner back plate and outer front rim to open like a clamshell, and a cylinder lock mounted at the top to the outer front rim engages a lock pin mounted to the inner back plate. Clear corner covers are included to protect any stickers on the caged-in license plate, and are attached inside the outer front rim in the appropriate corners. The main surface of the license plate including the license numbers and their background are exposed through the middle of the outer front rim.
    23, 2010 (54) LICENSE PLATE SECURITY FRAME (76) Inventor: Steve Parenti, 36425 Newark Blvd., Newark, CA (US) 94560 ( * ) Notice: Subject to any disclaimer, ...

    Patents/US7836618.pdf



As you can see we have been involved with locking license plates for many years. We are a trusted name in this field.e in this field.

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Generally, one of the very first things a car thief will do is switch license plates, however, when they discover that the vehicle has a "LOCK-UM" license plate frame, more than likely they will abandon the vehicle or not steal it at all. The beauty of all our security frame is just that! Once they are installed on the vehicle, they look beautiful.

 

We can only assume that you are on our web site because you or someone you know has had their license plates or registration tags (or both) stolen. It is happening all over the country more and more often for various reasons. Car thieves will generally switch license plates before or soon after they steal the vehicle. Also there are thieves that steal the license plates to take them elsewhere to remove the yearly registration tags. And then there are "pranksters" that steal "personalized" license plates to hang on their walls. Plate Dispaly

We at Lockum decided to try and find a solution to this ever increasing problem. We went to my local auto supply store to see what was available to prevent (or deter) the theft of license plates and registration tags (or both). We did find bolts that required an Allen wrench and bolts that require "star" style screw drivers.  The tools to remove these bolts are found at any hardware store. Also available were plastic license plate shield covers. In California these plastic shields are illegal to display on your license plates while on public roads or highways. They are to be used "off" road only or if the vehicle is being stored and not driven. (The vehicle code states "no" cover shall rest over the license plate numbers). We came to the conclusion that there was not any devices for sale that would really protect and deter the theft of license plates and registration tags (or both).

We spent many many nights sitting at our kitchen table trying to figure out the best way to "lock on" license plates to the vehicle and deter the theft of "registration" tags and license plates. After many months of research and design in order to stay within the boundaries of the law we decided to use unbreakable "unbreakable Lexan " windows that would be placed over the registration tags only. All of the "unbreakable Lexan " windows are locked on. Thus not covering any important license plate letters or numbers.  The logic behind these patented inventions are simple - if you can prevent thieves from getting to the screws or bolts that hold your license plate to your vehicle then we have accomplished about 100% of the battle.

Our Lockum LU-1000B (black powder coated) frames are made in the USA of light weight ever lasting aluminum. They do not bend like a "pretzel". They come nicely packaged with most commonly used screws, bolts, matching snap caps, lock dust cover caps, and also included in the package is a special "flat bar". This "flat bar" is used on most commercial vehicles that uses a "bracket" to hold on their license plates. On the back of the cardboard you will find instructions regarding the use of the "flat bar". We were awarded U.S. patents on all of our locking license plate and registration tag security frames.

The California State Legislation allowed the amendment of the old laws regarding what can and cannot be placed on or around the license plate and registration tags. Amended in Senate (via CA. State Legislation) April 29, 1999. Senate bill #532 section 8 - section 5201 of the vehicle code has been changed to allow unbreakable unbreakable Lexan windows that covers directly over the registration tags. (No other license plate numbers or letters shall be covered.) We hope by giving you this information that you will make the right choice in choosing the right and legal way to protect your license plate and registration tags.

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