Cary, IL, United States of America

Matthew Steward Gebhard

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Polymer Coatings. Top assignees: Rohm and Haas Company, Valspar Sourcing, Inc., The Valspar Corporation. Active years: 1994-2016.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Matthew Steward Gebhard. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/matthew-steward-gebhard

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 22 

% Patents Active = 86.4

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 241(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • New Britain, PA (US) (1994 - 2010)
  • Cary, IL (US) (2012 - 2016)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1994-2016

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Areas of Expertise:
Polymer Compositions
Concrete Stains
Coating Technologies
Tintable Paint
Aqueous Dispersions
Microfoam Reduction
Adhesion Improvement
Porous Films
Ambient Curable
Coloring Compositions
Friable Surfaces
Waterborne Coatings
22 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Matthew Steward Gebhard: Innovator in Non-Infrared-Absorptive Paint Technologies

Introduction

Matthew Steward Gebhard, based in Cary, IL, is an accomplished inventor holding 22 patents in the field of paint and stain technologies. His innovative work focuses on developing custom color systems that prioritize energy efficiency and user convenience.

Latest Patents

Among his notable inventions are two recent patents related to in-store tintable non-infrared-absorptive paint and stain systems. The first patent describes a custom color tinting system that utilizes a dark-colored non-infrared-absorptive liquid base. This unique approach allows for the dispensation of concentrated liquid colorants to create custom-tinted paints and stains, resulting in lighter shades derived from a dark base rather than the traditional light base system. The second patent further expands on this concept, incorporating at least one light-colored non-infrared-absorptive base paint for a versatile tinting solution, which includes both infrared-absorptive and non-infrared-absorptive black liquid colorants.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Matthew has made significant contributions to the paint industry while working for renowned companies such as Rohm and Haas Company and Valspar Sourcing, Inc. His expertise in paint technologies and innovation has positioned him as a key player in developing advanced solutions for consumers and professionals alike.

Collaborations

In his journey as an inventor, Matthew has had the opportunity to collaborate with esteemed colleagues, including Sanford Lee Hertz and Rosemarie Palmer Lauer. These collaborations have facilitated the exchange of ideas and have further enriched the innovative processes in which they were involved.

Conclusion

Matthew Steward Gebhard's relentless pursuit of innovation in the paint industry demonstrates his commitment to enhancing the consumer experience through technology. With his impressive portfolio of patents, he continues to influence the field of paints and stains, paving the way for more sustainable and efficient products tailored to meet diverse consumer needs.

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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