Vienna, Austria

Wolfgang Hofer

This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 2 EPO patents. Top assignees: Omv Downstream Gmbh, Omv Refining & Marketing Gmbh. Active years: 2018-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Wolfgang Hofer. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/wolfgang-hofer-2b0x47bk

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.5

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Forward Citations = 14(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 2018-2026

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2 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Wolfgang Hofer: Innovator in Energy-Efficient Plastic Processing

Introduction

Wolfgang Hofer is a notable inventor based in Vienna, Austria. He has made significant contributions to the field of energy-efficient processing of plastics. His innovative approach focuses on the depolymerization of plastic materials, particularly those derived from pre- or post-consumer waste.

Latest Patents

Wolfgang Hofer holds a patent for a method and apparatus designed for energy-efficient processing of secondary deposits. This patent, titled "Method for the depolymerization of plastics material," outlines a process that involves melting plastics to form a melt and degassing it before it enters a depolymerization reactor. A fraction obtained from crude oil is added as a solvent to the plastics melt, which effectively lowers the viscosity of the solution supplied to the reactor.

Career Highlights

Wolfgang Hofer is currently employed at OMV Refining & Marketing GmbH, where he applies his expertise in the field of plastic processing. His work focuses on developing sustainable methods to manage plastic waste, contributing to environmental conservation efforts.

Collaborations

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Conclusion

Wolfgang Hofer's innovative work in the depolymerization of plastics showcases his commitment to advancing energy-efficient technologies. His contributions are vital in addressing the challenges posed by plastic waste in today's world.

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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