Patent No. EP3160242 (titled "Method And Apparatus For Transferring And Buffering Objects Between Conveyors") was filed by Foodmate on Jun 29, 2015. The application was issued on Jun 5, 2024.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| MAREL POULTRY | Mar 4, 2025 | CALYSTA |
| MAREL POULTRY | Mar 4, 2025 | LAKESIDE |
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