Rosenheim, Germany

Josef Rutz

This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 9 EPO patents. Top assignees: Steelcase Werndl Ag, Steelcase Inc.. Active years: 2010-2016.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Josef Rutz. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/josef-rutz

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 6 

% Patents Active = 33.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.0

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 53(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2010-2016

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6 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Inventor Josef Rutz

Introduction

Josef Rutz is a notable inventor based in Rosenheim, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of furniture design and functionality, holding a total of six patents. His innovative ideas focus on enhancing the usability and adaptability of furniture components.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a sliding-guide element and a tabletop-fastening system designed for the movable fastening of a tabletop on bearing struts of a table frame. This sliding guide element features a main body that attaches to the underside of a tabletop, allowing for smooth movement within a guide slot in the bearing struts. The design includes lateral guide surfaces for improved stability and resilient snap-fit limbs that facilitate easy engagement and disengagement. Another notable patent is a furniture accessory in the form of a cable basket. This accessory includes a bracket with retaining elements and a swivelable basket that can be locked in various positions, enhancing both functionality and convenience.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Josef Rutz has worked with prominent companies such as Steelcase Werndl AG and Steelcase Inc. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to innovative furniture solutions.

Conclusion

Josef Rutz's inventive spirit and practical designs have made a lasting impact on the furniture industry. His patents reflect a commitment to improving everyday functionality in furniture design.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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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