Wilfried Weiss

This inventor holds 29 USPTO granted patents and 12 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 25 EPO patents, primarily in Plastic Pyrolysis Processing. Top assignees: IFP Energies Nouvelles, Eurecat S.a., Repsol, S.a.. Active years: 2014-2025.

USPTO Granted Patents = 29 (Patent Applications = 12)

% Patents Active = 89.7

CIPO Patents = 1 (Patent Applications = 16)

EPO Patents = 25 (Patent Applications = 46)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.7

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 414(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Lyons, FR (2014 - 2020)
Valencin, FR (2014 - 2023)
Rueil-Malmaison, FR (2024)

Company Filing History:

29 out of 1,202

IFP Energies Nouvelles

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2014-2025

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Areas of Expertise:

Plastic Pyrolysis

Hydrocracking

Olefins Production

Catalytic Reactor

Feedstock Treatment

Hydrotreatment

Biomass Conversion

Renewable Resources

Hydroconversion

Separation Techniques

Heavy Fuels

Fuel Oils

29 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12371627 - Integrated method for processing pyrolysis oils of plastics and/or solid recovered fuels loaded with impurities (2025-07-29),

2. 12365843 - Optimized method for processing plastic pyrolysis oils for improving their use (2025-07-22),

3. 12365842 - Method for processing plastic pyrolysis oils with a view to their use in a steam-cracking unit (2025-07-22),

4. 12351764 - Method for the treatment of plastic pyrolysis oils including single-stage hydrocracking (2025-07-08),

5. 12344805 - Process for the simultaneous processing of plastics pyrolysis oils and of a feedstock originating from renewable resources (2025-07-01),

6. 12344800 - Method, including a hydrogenation step, for treating plastic pyrolysis oils (2025-07-01),

7. 12338402 - Process for the preparation of olefins, comprising de-asphalting, hydrocracking and steam cracking (2025-06-24),

8. 12098333 - Process for the preparation of olefins, involving de-asphalting, hydroconversion, hydrocracking and steam cracking (2024-09-24),

9. 12049591 - Bitumens comprising unconventional bitumen bases (2024-07-30),

10. 11959030 - Process for the preparation of olefins, comprising hydrotreatment, de-asphalting, hydrocracking and steam cracking (2024-04-16),

11. 11702603 - Method for converting feedstocks comprising a hydrocracking step, a precipitation step and a sediment separation step, in order to produce fuel oils (2023-07-18),

12. 11692142 - Method for converting feedstocks comprising a hydrotreatment step, a hydrocracking step, a precipitation step and a sediment separation step, in order to produce fuel oils (2023-07-04),

13. 11421166 - Process for the production of fuels of heavy fuel type from a heavy hydrocarbon-containing feedstock using a separation between the hydrotreatment stage and the hydrocracking stage (2022-08-23),

14. 10844291 - Method for treating a hydrocarbon feedstock comprising a deasphalting step and an asphalt conditioning step (2020-11-24),

15. 10843158 - Filtering and distribution device for catalytic reactor (2020-11-24),

Title: The Innovations of Wilfried Weiss

Introduction

Wilfried Weiss, a remarkable inventor based in Valencin, France, has made significant contributions in the field of chemical processes and hydrocarbons. With an impressive portfolio of 22 patents, his work plays a crucial role in advancing technologies related to olefins and bitumen processing.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is a process for the preparation of olefins, which involves de-asphalting, hydroconversion, hydrocracking, and steam cracking. This innovative process focuses on producing olefins from hydrocarbon feedstock containing a sulfur content of at least 0.1 weight %, with an initial boiling point of at least 180° C. and a final boiling point reaching up to 600° C. Additionally, he has developed methods for utilizing unconventional bitumen bases, combining 40% to 75% by weight of a first bitumen base obtained from the solvent deasphalting of a vacuum residue that is a result of hydroconversion processes.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Wilfried Weiss has been associated with reputable organizations such as Ifp Energies Nouvelles and Eurecat S.A. His experience in these companies has enabled him to refine his skills and further his innovations in hydrocarbon processing and chemical engineering.

Collaborations

Collaborating with talented professionals has been an essential part of Weiss's journey. Notably, he has worked alongside Isabelle Merdrignac and Jeremie Barbier, contributing to various projects that have enhanced his expertise and expanded the impact of his inventions.

Conclusion

Wilfried Weiss stands out as a pioneering inventor whose contributions have significantly influenced the field of hydrocarbon processing. With numerous patents to his name, his innovations continue to shape the future of chemical engineering and provide valuable solutions in olefin and bitumen production.