BRAMPTON, Ontario (February 9, 2024) – Canon Canada Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced that its parent company, Canon Inc., ranked fifth for the number of U.S. patents awarded in 2023, becoming the only company in the world to have ranked in the top five for 38 years running, according to the latest ranking of preliminary patent results issued by IFI CLAIMS Patent Services.
Canon is dedicated to innovating across its four key business sectors: printing, imaging, medical, and industrial equipment. Alongside enhancing the competitiveness of each sector, the company has recently concentrated on advancing foundational technologies. These include cutting-edge SPAD sensors, photon counting CT, deep learning image processing, next-generation commercial printing technology, and nanoimprint lithography. These technologies serve as potential sources for new business ventures, applied across diverse purposes. Aligning with current trends, Canon actively promotes the acquisition and utilization of intellectual property rights to fortify its core competency technologies. This strategic approach ensures the maintenance of a robust patent portfolio, safeguarding the competitiveness and autonomy of its businesses.
"We are firm in our commitment to push the boundaries of imaging technology," says Seymour Liebman, executive vice-president, chief administrative officer and general counsel of Canon U.S.A., Inc., and senior managing executive officer of Canon Inc. “Canon’s relentless pursuit of excellence is the driving force in developing innovative technology that will help contribute to a strong future."
Canon is steadfast in its commitment to advancing its intellectual property initiatives, with the objective of reinforcing its business, offering products and services that bring added value, and contributing to the future.
For more information on Canon and its products, please visit www.canon.ca.
About Canon Canada Inc.
Headquartered in Brampton, Ontario, Canon Canada Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A. Inc., is a leading provider of consumer and business-to-business digital imaging solutions. Innovation and cutting-edge technology have been essential ingredients in Canon’s success. Canon Canada Inc. is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing 100 per cent Canadian-based service and support for all of the products it distributes. Canon Canada Inc. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility.
For more information, please visit canon.ca or follow the company on Facebook, Twitter (X) or Instagram using @CanonCanada.
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