Patent No. EP3317461 (titled "Protector") was filed by VSL on Jun 30, 2016. The application was issued on Nov 30, 2022.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| MICROTHERM | Aug 30, 2023 | ETEX SERVICES ETEX IPSC |
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