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Illinois Tool Works competitive analysis

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Explore patent oppositions filed by Illinois Tool Works against competitors, revealing strategic technology disputes and market positioning.

Last updated on: Nov 13, 2025
Patent NumberTitleApplicantOpposition Date

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Electrodynamic DriveHILTISep 4, 2025
Arrangement Consisting Of A Battery And A Cooling System, Comprising A Filler Element For Heat Transfer From The Battery To The Cooling SystemGKD GEBR KUFFERATHApr 30, 2025
Setting ToolHILTIFeb 15, 2024
Fastener Driving ToolHILTIJan 18, 2024
Flow Test Machine And An Associated Measurement Method, As Well As An Associated Cleaning ProcessZWICKDec 2, 2022
Floor CoveringINTERFACEJun 10, 2020
Handheld Work Tool And Method For Operating A Hand-Held ToolHILTIFeb 14, 2018

Explore Illinois Tool Works's recently opposed patents, revealing key competitive challenges and strategic patent disputes in the industry. Track oppositions filed by competitors to understand technology battlegrounds and assess potential risks.

Last updated on: Nov 13, 2025
Patent NumberPublication DateTitleTotal Oppositions
Oct 1, 2025Adjustable Washing/Rinsing Device, Static Dishwashing Machine Equipped Therewith And Associated Method1
Dec 4, 2024Welding-Type Power Supply With Provision Of Feedback Based On Synergic Control Of A Welding-Type Output1
Sep 4, 2024Filler Composition Indicating Readiness To Sand1
Sep 4, 2024Screw1
Jan 24, 2024Fume Extractor For Welding Applications1
Aug 2, 2023Method And System For Automated Changeover And Replacement Within A Stencil Printer1
Aug 2, 2023Multi-Functional Print Head For A Stencil Printer1
Aug 2, 2023Method And System For Automated Single Changeover Within A Stencil Printer1
Sep 14, 2022Rf Oven Energy Application Control1
Jan 19, 2022Weighing Apparatus With Secured Communication Means1

Latest PTAB cases involving Illinois Tool Works

Discover the latest PTAB cases involving Illinois Tool Works, highlighting their recent legal challenges and patent disputes.

Last updated on: Nov 17, 2025
Proceeding NumberFiling DatePetitionerRespondentStatus

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IPR2024-00072Oct 19, 2023TERMAXILLINOIS TOOL WORKSTerminated-Settled
IPR2022-00106Oct 26, 2021TERMAXILLINOIS TOOL WORKSInstitution Denied
IPR2021-00724Mar 25, 2021TERMAXILLINOIS TOOL WORKSFinal Written Decision
IPR2020-01734Oct 1, 2020ILLINOIS TOOL WORKSEISENMANNInstitution Denied
IPR2019-01202Jun 14, 2019TRYDEL RESEARCHILLINOIS TOOL WORKSFinal Written Decision
IPR2016-01474Jul 21, 2016ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS TIRE REPAIRTEKInstitution Denied

Peer Comparison New

IP litigation analysis comparing Illinois Tool Works with top 3 competitors. Includes complete PTAB case data and opposition data from 2018 onwards.

Last updated on: Nov 13, 2025
CompanyOppositions FiledOppositions FacedPTAB Cases FiledPTAB Cases Faced
ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS62514
EKRA AUTOMATISIERUNGSSYSTEME5 - - -
FRONIUS115 - 1
HILTI11165 -