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The patent EP2838355 was granted to Lely Patent on Mar 15, 2023. The application was filed on Mar 14, 2013 under application number EP13713558A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Patent Maintained As Amended".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRIOLIET | Feb 7, 2020 | GRUNECKER PATENT | - |
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