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Spartanburg, SC, United States of America

Tietex International, Ltd.

USPTO Granted Patents = 55

% Expired Patents = 14.5

EPO Patents = 11

Forward Citations = 471

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18 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Martin Wildeman (52 out of 54 patents)

Lori Shannon Sears (8 out of 8 patents)

Michelis Hardegree (7 out of 7 patents)

4. Nicholas James Brownless (4 out of 4 patents)

5. Robert Wade Wallace (4 out of 4 patents)

6. Lawrence F Houghton (4 out of 4 patents)

7. Jeff A Carpenter (3 out of 3 patents)

8. David R Harry (2 out of 8 patents)

9. William D Bell (2 out of 2 patents)

10. Robert A Johnson (2 out of 2 patents)

11. David K Osteen (2 out of 2 patents)

12. Wade Wallace (2 out of 2 patents)

13. Jeffrey A Carpenter (2 out of 2 patents)

14. Brian Callaway (1 out of 13 patents)

15. Robert Fontaine (1 out of 1 patent)

Core Competencies:

Flame Barrier

Cleaning System

Stitch Bonded

Textile Fabric

Fastener Fabric

Recyclable Insole

Elastomeric Tab

Decorative Fabric

Multi-Surface Pad

Incontinence Pad

Upholstery Fabric

Digitally Printed Yarn

55 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 12740653 - Mattress with flame barrier cap and related method (2026-09-22),

2. 12428780 - Roofing material and related method (2025-09-30),

3. 12336677 - Cleaning system incorporating stitch bonded cleaning pad with multi-filament stitches (2025-06-24),

4. 12226990 - Stitch bonded wipe (2025-02-18),

5. 12201222 - Stretchable flame barrier panels (2025-01-21),

6. 12075918 - Mattress with flame barrier cap and related method (2024-09-03),

7. 11944250 - Cleaning system incorporating stitch bonded cleaning pad with multi-filament stitches (2024-04-02),

8. 11786053 - Mattress with flame barrier cap and related method (2023-10-17),

9. 11540644 - Stretchable flame barrier panels (2023-01-03),

10. 11540643 - Mattress with flame barrier cap and related method (2023-01-03),

11. 11530500 - Directionally reinforced products and related method (2022-12-20),

12. 11512230 - Stitch bonded foam tape product and method (2022-11-29),

13. 11464386 - Cleaning system incorporating stitch bonded cleaning pad with multi-filament stitches (2022-10-11),

14. 11291309 - Stretchable flame barrier panels (2022-04-05),

15. 11045364 - Loop fastener material for diaper and related method (2021-06-29),

Company Overview

Tietex International, Ltd., based in Spartanburg, SC, specializes in innovative textile solutions that cater to diverse industrial applications. The company focuses on developing advanced materials, including flame barrier fabrics, stitch bonded textiles, and decorative fabrics. Tietex is also recognized for its commitment to sustainability, offering recyclable insole products and elastomeric tabs. With a strong emphasis on research and development, Tietex continues to push the boundaries of textile technology, providing high-performance solutions for various sectors.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 20 2026

55 Patents

#3 in Spartanburg, SC

#41 in South Carolina

#6,460 in US

#12,932 in the World

Spartanburg, SC, United States of America

Tietex International, Ltd.

Forward Citations = 471

18 inventors:

Martin Wildeman (52 out of 54 patents)

Lori Shannon Sears (8 out of 8 patents)

Michelis Hardegree (7 out of 7 patents)

4. Nicholas James Brownless (4 out of 4 patents)

5. Robert Wade Wallace (4 out of 4 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Tietex International, Ltd.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/tietex-international

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]

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