Midtronics Files Patent Infringement Suit (April 20, 2004)

Midtronics, Inc. has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against DHC Specialty Corp. of Taipei, Taiwan in U.S. Federal District Court in Chicago, Ill.
The suit claims that DHC products violate patents that have been assigned exclusively to Midtronics in the area of battery testing technology.
According to Steve McShane, Midtronics CEO, the company has invesested two decades developing technologies.
"Midtronics has focused entirely on battery management innovation, investing significantly in research, engineering and product development. We have committed ourselves to funding the invention of many unique technologies and products that have provided effective solutions to the problems of our industry. This lawsuit confirms that our commitment to innovation is reinforced by our resolve to defend our intellectual property."