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Howa Machinery, Ltd.

USPTO Granted Patents = 93

% Expired Patents = 6.5

EPO Patents = 4

Trademarks = 3

Forward Citations = 491

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85 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Mitsuo Noda (22 out of 22 patents)

Tsuyoshi Yonezawa (11 out of 11 patents)

Yoshio Kurachi (9 out of 9 patents)

4. Tetsuya Oketani (8 out of 8 patents)

5. Takashi Kogiso (7 out of 9 patents)

6. Kenji Sasaki (7 out of 8 patents)

7. Akiyoshi Horikawa (6 out of 11 patents)

8. Hiroshi Yoshida (5 out of 155 patents)

9. Naoki Minowa (5 out of 5 patents)

10. Yutaka Tanaka (5 out of 7 patents)

11. Yoshiaki Mase (5 out of 5 patents)

12. Shigeki Sekiya (5 out of 5 patents)

13. Hiroshi Enomoto (5 out of 5 patents)

14. Hiroshi Nagaosa (4 out of 4 patents)

15. Hirotaka Nishikawa (4 out of 5 patents)

Core Competencies:

Rodless Cylinder

Chuck System

Machining Tools

Linear Actuator

Tool Changing Mechanism

Safety Mechanism

Piston Outline Data

Magnet Type Cylinder

Spinning Frame

Clamping Cylinder

Indexing Device

Multi-Axial Fabric

93 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 11992885 - Chuck-claw guide structure and chuck-claw insertion method (2024-05-28),

2. 11794301 - Chuck grip accuracy checking method, chuck claw exchanging method, and chuck grip accuracy checking device (2023-10-24),

3. 11478861 - Chuck-claw coupling mechanism (2022-10-25),

4. 10280950 - Rod-less cylinder equipped with guide mechanism (2019-05-07),

5. 10082160 - Magnet-type rodless cylinder (2018-09-25),

6. 9513077 - Magazine lock and portable firearm (2016-12-06),

7. 8746129 - Rodless cylinder (2014-06-10),

8. 7669515 - Magnet type rodless cylinder (2010-03-02),

9. 7657410 - Process simulation system (2010-02-02),

10. 7644648 - Magnet type rodless cylinder (2010-01-12),

11. 7568423 - Magnet type rodless cylinder (2009-08-04),

12. 7493848 - Magnet type rodless cylinder (2009-02-24),

13. 7334721 - Sheet-cutting apparatus (2008-02-26),

14. 7194949 - Magnet type rodless cylinder (2007-03-27),

15. 7184854 - Device and method for generating piston outline machining data and computer-readable recording medium on which machining data generation program is recorded (2007-02-27),

HOWA MACHINERY, LTD. is a global manufacturer of high-quality industrial machinery and equipment. With over 70 years of experience, we specialize in designing, producing, and distributing advanced machinery solutions for various industries including automotive, aerospace, electronics, and more. Our innovative products include CNC machines, machining centers, lathes, grinders, and cutting tools. Committed to delivering superior performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction, we strive to meet the evolving needs of modern manufacturing. Visit our website to learn more about our extensive product range and how we can help optimize your production processes.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 15 2026

93 Patents

#24 in Aichi

#1,176 in Japan

#8,260 in the World

Howa Machinery, Ltd.

Forward Citations = 491

85 inventors:

Mitsuo Noda (22 out of 22 patents)

Tsuyoshi Yonezawa (11 out of 11 patents)

Yoshio Kurachi (9 out of 9 patents)

4. Tetsuya Oketani (8 out of 8 patents)

5. Takashi Kogiso (7 out of 9 patents)

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