Imagine a world where bonding materials is as innovative as 3D printing—welcome to the future of the adhesive industry. Picture eco-friendly, self-healing adhesives and groundbreaking nanotechnology transforming everything from cars and planes to electronics and healthcare.
Leading this transformation, Henkel’s flexible adhesives for medical wearables now enable real-time health monitoring, enhancing patient care with skin-friendly and durable solutions. In aerospace, Solvay’s AeroPaste is revolutionizing production with its efficient, sustainable epoxy-based adhesives and non-chromate primers.
These breakthroughs are turning adhesives into game-changers for sustainable and efficient industrial applications.
This article delves into the patent landscape of the adhesive industry, revealing the top companies, groundbreaking inventors, technology overview and research centers driving these advancements.
This analysis is based on published patent data from 2003-2013. Interested in the updated analysis?
What is the patent filing trend in the Adhesive Industry?
The chart below represents the patent filing trend within the Adhesive Industry from the year 2003 to 2012.
The table below provides the number of applications filed and the number of patents granted from the year 2003 to 2013.
| Year | Applications Filed in Adhesive Industry | Patents Granted in Adhesive Industry |
| 2013 | – | 12 |
| 2012 | 8 | 12 |
| 2011 | 20 | 13 |
| 2010 | 27 | 12 |
| 2009 | 26 | 3 |
| 2008 | 24 | 7 |
| 2007 | 23 | 12 |
| 2006 | 28 | 4 |
| 2005 | 23 | 3 |
| 2004 | 26 | 1 |
| 2003 | 33 | 1 |
Technology Overview of Adhesive Industry Patents
The technology analysis of patents related to adhesive industry explores the diverse and evolving nature of innovations within the sector.
Evolution of Adhesive Industry: 2002 – 2012
The chart below showcases the technology through the years 2002 to 2012 for the Adhesive Industry.
Key companies filing patents in Adhesive Industry
The chart below showcases the leading 15 companies actively involved in research and development in adhesive industry.
Did you notice how companies from diverse domains, not just chemicals or adhesives, are key players in the adhesive industry?
Asahi Glass, a giant in glass manufacturing, is now leading the adhesive industry with innovative and sustainable solutions for automotive, electronics and construction sectors. Meanwhile, Honda Motor is revolutionizing EV battery technology with advanced adhesives that improve thermal management and structural integrity, boosting both performance and sustainability.
Technology Overview
This analysis provides an insight into areas of focus and innovations of companies thereby offering comprehensive snapshot of their contributions to the dynamic landscape of Adhesive sector.
The table below shows the number of patents assigned to the leading 25 companies involved in the Adhesive industry.
| Leading Companies | Patents |
| Nitto Denko | 50 |
| 3M | 37 |
| Tesa Se | 30 |
| Henkel | 27 |
| Avery Dennison | 9 |
| Bostik Inc | 7 |
| LG | 5 |
| Lintec Corp | 5 |
| HB Fuller | 4 |
| Clariant Ag | 3 |
| ShinEtsu Chemical | 3 |
| Asahi Glass | 3 |
| Dow Corning Corp | 3 |
| UPM Kymmene | 3 |
| Dupont | 3 |
| Honda Motor | 3 |
| Mondelez | 2 |
| Kaneka | 2 |
| Adhesives Res Inc | 2 |
| Coloplast As | 2 |
| Lumina Adhesives Ab | 2 |
| BASF | 2 |
| Adco Prod Inc | 2 |
| Exxonmobil | 2 |
| Johnson & Johnson | 2 |
Who are the leading innovators in Adhesive Industry?
The table below shows the number of patents assigned to the top 25 inventors involved in innovations and technological advancements in the Adhesive industry.
| Inventor Name | Patents |
| Husemann Marc | 11 |
| Krawinkel Thorsten | 8 |
| Zollner Stephan | 7 |
| Shimokawa Daisuke | 7 |
| Palasz Peter | 6 |
| Kiuchi Kazuyuki | 6 |
| Arimitsu Yukio | 6 |
| Amano Tatsumi | 5 |
| Goubard David | 5 |
| Sawazaki Ryohei | 4 |
| Nagasaki Kunio | 4 |
| Everaerts Albert I | 4 |
| Anderson Kelly S | 4 |
| Junghans Andreas | 4 |
| Hayashi Keiji | 4 |
| Hirayama Takamasa | 4 |
| Gaddam Babu N | 4 |
| Lu Ying Yuh | 4 |
| Zöllner Stephan Dr | 3 |
| Moeller Thomas | 3 |
| Mitchell Noel | 3 |
| Mitsui Kazuma | 3 |
| Satrijo Andrew | 3 |
| Nagata Mizue | 3 |
| Massow Klaus | 3 |
Which countries have the maximum patent filings in Adhesive Industry?
The chart below provides an overview of the patent filings in the adhesive industry in various countries.
Where are the Research Centers of Adhesive Industry patents located?
The chart below represents the major research and development centers contributing towards innovations and technological advancements in the adhesive industry.
Leading companies in USA filing patents in Adhesive Industry
The chart below depicts the distribution of patents owned by the 10 leading companies within United States of America involved in the adhesive industry.
The presence of Johnson & Johnson, a pharmaceutical company and Mondelez International, a snack company, in the adhesive industry highlights the critical role of adhesives in healthcare and packaging, showcasing their broad impact and essential applications across diverse sectors.
Technology Overview
The technological categorization of patents ranging from Additives, Acrylics and Removable Adhesives offers a comprehensive overview of United States of America’s contributions towards the Adhesive sector.
Leading companies in Japan filing patents in Adhesive Industry
The chart below depicts the distribution of patents owned by the 10 leading companies within Japan involved in the adhesive industry.
Seiko Instruments, known for precision instruments, shines in the Japanese adhesive industry with high-tech, specialized solutions. Their presence highlights the crucial role of advanced adhesives in electronics and manufacturing, showcasing cross-industry innovation.
Technology Overview
The technological categorization of patents ranging from Removable Adhesives, Curing and 100% Solids/Carrier Free Adhesives offers a comprehensive overview of Japan’s contributions towards the Adhesive sector.
Leading companies in Germany filing patents in Adhesive Industry
The chart below depicts the distribution of patents owned by the 10 leading companies within Germany involved in the adhesive industry.
The presence of Merck and LTS Lohmann Therapie Systeme in Germany’s adhesive industry highlights cutting-edge healthcare applications and interdisciplinary innovation. Their presence underscores the demand for advanced, biocompatible adhesives, emphasizing sustainability and top-tier quality.
Technology Overview
The technological categorization of patents ranging from Adhesion Means, Styrene Block Copolymers and Labeling and Packaging Materials offers a comprehensive overview of Germany’s contributions towards the adhesive sector.
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