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Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany

Umicore Galvanotechnik Gmbh


USPTO Granted Patents = 11

% Expired Patents = 36.4


Trademarks = 2

Forward Citations = 14

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20 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Uwe Manz (7 out of 7 patents)

silverMedal Bernd Weyhmueller (5 out of 5 patents)

bronzeMedal Sascha Berger (5 out of 5 patents)

4.  Klaus Bronder (5 out of 5 patents)

5.  Frank Oberst (3 out of 3 patents)

6.  Franz Simon (2 out of 2 patents)

7.  Marcus Pfeifer (1 out of 29 patents)

8.  Egbert Lox (1 out of 67 patents)

9.  Frank-Walter Schütze (1 out of 2 patents)

10.  Thomas Kreuzer (1 out of 69 patents)

11.  Martin Votsmeier (1 out of 16 patents)

12.  Philip Schramek (1 out of 2 patents)

13.  Michael Lauster (1 out of 1 patent)

14.  Jürgen Gieshoff (1 out of 13 patents)

15.  Martin Stegmaier (1 out of 1 patent)


11 patents:

1. 12312704 - Platinum electrolyte (2025-05-27),
2. 12195869 - Bronze layers as noble metal substitutes (2025-01-14),
3. 11846036 - Electrolyte for the cyanide-free deposition of silver (2023-12-19),
4. 11421335 - Electrolyte for the deposition of anthracite/black rhodium/ruthenium alloy layers (2022-08-23),
5. 9797056 - Electrolyte for the electrolytic deposition of silver-palladium alloys and method for deposition thereof (2017-10-24),
6. 8900436 - Pd and Pd-Ni electrolyte baths (2014-12-02),
7. 8273909 - Process for preparing complexes of palladium (hydrogen)carbonate with amine ligands (2012-09-25),
8. 8211285 - Copper-tin electrolyte and method for depositing bronze layers (2012-07-03),
9. 8136349 - Exhaust-gas purification system with particulate filter and method of operation thereof with improved regeneration of the particulate filter (2012-03-20),
10. 6878411 - Bath for the electrochemical deposition of high-gloss white rhodium coatings and whitening agent for the same (2005-04-12),
11. 6814850 - Acid bath for electrodeposition of glossy gold and gold alloy layers and a gloss additive for same (2004-11-09),
Company Overview
Umicore Galvanotechnik GmbH, based in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany, specializes in surface finishing technologies, particularly in electroplating and coating solutions. The company focuses on providing innovative materials and processes that enhance the durability and aesthetic appeal of various products across multiple industries, including automotive and electronics. With a commitment to sustainability, Umicore integrates advanced technologies to optimize resource efficiency and minimize environmental impact in its operations.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

11 Patents

#3 in Schwäbisch Gmünd

#3,523 in Germany

#51,761 in the World

Schwäbisch Gmünd, DE
Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany

Umicore Galvanotechnik Gmbh

Forward Citations = 14

20 inventors:

goldMedal Uwe Manz (7 out of 7 patents)

silverMedal Bernd Weyhmueller (5 out of 5 patents)

bronzeMedal Sascha Berger (5 out of 5 patents)

4.  Klaus Bronder (5 out of 5 patents)

5.  Frank Oberst (3 out of 3 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Umicore Galvanotechnik Gmbh. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/umicore-galvanotechnik

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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