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Parallel-Flow Regenerative Shaft Kiln And Method For Calcining Carbonate Rock - EP4182281

The patent EP4182281 was granted to Maerz Ofenbau on Jun 12, 2024. The application was originally filed on Jul 7, 2021 under application number EP21748796A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".

EP4182281

MAERZ OFENBAU
Application Number
EP21748796A
Filing Date
Jul 7, 2021
Status
Granted And Under Opposition
May 10, 2024
Grant Date
Jun 12, 2024
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