B42P INDEXING SCHEME RELATING TO BOOKS, FILING APPLIANCES OR THE LIKE
Description
B42P covers indexing systems and schemes designed for organizing and retrieving information in books, filing appliances, and similar document storage media. This includes physical indexing methods such as tabs, markers, thumb indices, and other mechanical aids that enable quick location of specific sections or pages within bound or filed materials. The classification encompasses both the structural design of indexing elements and their integration into bookbinding or filing systems to enhance accessibility and navigation of contents.
Of 4 combined children, 0 exist in both systems.
4 codes are CPC-only extensions.
Note: 4 CPC extensions are marked as secondary classification only.
Top Applicants
Top Applicants (IPC)
Class B42,2013–2023, worldwide · Source: EPO PATSTAT
- GIESECKE+DEVRIENT CURRENCY TECHNOLOGY DE 898
- BUNDESDRUCKEREI DE 865
- DE LA RUE INTERNATIONAL GB 810
- SICPA HOLDING CH 784
- DNP (DAINIPPON PRINTING COMPANY) 634
- TOPPAN PRINTING COMPANY 486
- TOPPAN PRINTING COMPANY JP 411
- G&D (GIESECKE & DEVRIENT) DE 398
- CCL SECURE AU 334
- NATIONAL PRINTING BUREAU 313
Top Applicants (CPC)
Class B42,2013–2023, worldwide · Source: EPO PATSTAT
- SICPA HOLDING CH 1,317
- GIESECKE+DEVRIENT CURRENCY TECHNOLOGY DE 949
- BUNDESDRUCKEREI DE 881
- DE LA RUE INTERNATIONAL GB 870
- TOPPAN PRINTING COMPANY JP 455
- G&D (GIESECKE & DEVRIENT) DE 421
- CCL SECURE AU 343
- OVD KINEGRAM CH 308
- OBERTHUR FIDUCIAIRE FR 251
- CRANE COMPANY US 204