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Grand Haven, MI, United States of America

Shape Corporation


USPTO Granted Patents = 211

% Expired Patents = 18.0


Trademarks = 6

Forward Citations = 2,937

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155 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Joseph R Matecki (34 out of 34 patents)

silverMedal Anthony L Gelardi (32 out of 65 patents)

bronzeMedal Craig S Lovecky (25 out of 26 patents)

4.  Alan B Lowry (23 out of 36 patents)

5.  Matthew Kuipers (18 out of 18 patents)

6.  Paul J Gelardi (16 out of 45 patents)

7.  Peter Sturrus (16 out of 16 patents)

8.  Richard D Heinz (15 out of 15 patents)

9.  Mark Charles Stephens (14 out of 14 patents)

10.  David W Heatherington (14 out of 14 patents)

11.  Darin Evans (13 out of 38 patents)

12.  Bruce W Lyons (12 out of 12 patents)

13.  Brian Oxley (11 out of 11 patents)

14.  Robert B MacLeod, Jr (11 out of 12 patents)

15.  Melvin J Guiles (10 out of 25 patents)


Core Competencies:
Battery Tray
Multi-Tubular Beam
Rocker Assembly
Bumper System
Energy Absorber
Automotive Body
Structural Components
Impact Resistance
Thermal Processing
Reinforced Plates
Hollow Beam
Forming Method

211 patents:

1. 12709241 - VEHICLE REINFORCEMENT BEAM (2026-08-18),
2. 12703427 - Vehicle front rail (2026-08-11),
3. 12698037 - Vehicle beam assembly with coordinated stiffening members (2026-08-04),
4. 12668202 - Beam assembly with multi-hollow formation (2026-06-30),
5. 12630225 - Rocker insert with wave-shaped structure (2026-05-19),
6. 12502703 - Multi-tubular beam for a vehicle (2025-12-23),
7. 12459574 - Vehicle rocker assembly (2025-11-04),
8. 12428066 - Vehicle rocker assembly (2025-09-30),
9. 12415569 - Rocker insert with corrugated structure (2025-09-16),
10. 12391200 - Multi-tubular beam with forged weld seam (2025-08-19),
11. 12347879 - Vehicle battery tray with tubular peripheral wall (2025-07-01),
12. 12304565 - Rocker component with tapered shape (2025-05-20),
13. 12134425 - Vehicle rocker component (2024-11-05),
14. 12097903 - Vehicle component with multi-hollow beam (2024-09-24),
15. 12024227 - Interlocking vehicle beam assembly (2024-07-02),
Shape Corporation is a global full-service supplier of inventive body structure solutions. As a leading innovator in lightweighting technology, we design, engineer, and manufacture metal and plastic components to optimize vehicle efficiency, safety, and performance. With a customer-centric approach, we collaborate closely with automotive manufacturers worldwide to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet their specific needs. With over 40 locations across North America, Europe, and Asia, we are committed to driving innovation and shaping the future of mobility.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 15 2026

Shape Corporation
211 Patents

#2 in Grand Haven, MI

#86 in Michigan

#1,968 in US

#4,024 in the World

Grand Haven, MI (US)
Grand Haven, MI, United States of America

Shape Corporation

Forward Citations = 2,937

155 inventors:

goldMedal Joseph R Matecki (34 out of 34 patents)

silverMedal Anthony L Gelardi (32 out of 65 patents)

bronzeMedal Craig S Lovecky (25 out of 26 patents)

4.  Alan B Lowry (23 out of 36 patents)

5.  Matthew Kuipers (18 out of 18 patents)

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