For the Inventor, By the Inventor

Enter assignee name

Wuppertal, Germany

Gebr. Happich Gmbh

USPTO Granted Patents = 124

Trademarks = 1

Forward Citations = 1,760

Loading Chart...

Loading Chart...

107 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Lothar Viertel (40 out of 53 patents)

Patrick Welter (19 out of 46 patents)

Kurt Cziptschirsch (10 out of 10 patents)

4. Gert Mahler (10 out of 10 patents)

5. Gunter Dietz (9 out of 10 patents)

6. Klaus-Peter Kaiser (8 out of 8 patents)

7. Manfred Nowak (7 out of 9 patents)

8. Joachim Janz (7 out of 7 patents)

9. Rene Lecorvaisier (6 out of 7 patents)

10. Volker Dabringhaus (6 out of 8 patents)

11. Charles Ebert (6 out of 6 patents)

12. Rolf Schlenz (5 out of 5 patents)

13. Peter Wegel (4 out of 6 patents)

14. Peter Venn (4 out of 4 patents)

15. Peter Kaiser (4 out of 4 patents)

Core Competencies:

Sun Visor

Vehicle Accessories

Mirror Assembly

Plastic Molding

Roof Hatch

Remote Control Unit

Convertible Top

Ashtray Design

Sealing Strip

Support Bracket

Guide Mechanism

Recyclable Materials

124 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 5642915 - Roof hatch for large-capacity vehicles such as motor buses (1997-07-01),

2. 5626381 - Sun-visor for motor vehicles (1997-05-06),

3. 5601766 - Method of making a sun visor for motor vehicles (1997-02-11),

4. 5577791 - Mirror assembly with cover for motor vehicle sun visor (1996-11-26),

5. 5565053 - Method of manufacturing a plastic molding (1996-10-15),

6. 5556155 - Bearing device, in particular for pivotally mounted sun visors in (1996-09-17),

7. 5556154 - Visor with two-part core (1996-09-17),

8. 5533776 - Sun visor for motor vehicles (1996-07-09),

9. 5533772 - Ashtray and container holder for motor vehicles (1996-07-09),

10. 5510791 - Remote control unit for installation in vehicle (1996-04-23),

11. 5498056 - Sun visor for motor vehicles (1996-03-12),

12. 5492258 - Cross support for roof loads on a motor vehicle provided with roof (1996-02-20),

13. 5486033 - Support shaft for a vehicle sun visor (1996-01-23),

14. 5477429 - Sun visor for motor vehicles and method of manufacturing it (1995-12-19),

15. 5468041 - Swivel bearing bracket for vehicle sun visors (1995-11-21),

Gebr. Happich GmbH is a leading global manufacturer in the automotive industry. With over 100 years of experience, we specialize in the production of high-quality automotive components, including window systems, roof systems, and interior trims. Our innovative solutions and commitment to excellence have made us a trusted partner for many major automobile manufacturers worldwide. Visit our website to learn more about our products and services.

This text is generated by artificial intelligence and may not be accurate.

Company Badge

USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Jan 13 2026

124 Patents

#6 in

#518 in Germany

#6,293 in the World

Wuppertal, Germany

Gebr. Happich Gmbh

Forward Citations = 1,760

107 inventors:

Lothar Viertel (40 out of 53 patents)

Patrick Welter (19 out of 46 patents)

Kurt Cziptschirsch (10 out of 10 patents)

4. Gert Mahler (10 out of 10 patents)

5. Gunter Dietz (9 out of 10 patents)

Please report any incorrect information to support@idiyas.com

Loading…