Patent No. EP3802910 (titled "Vacuum-Coating System And Method For Coating A Band-Type Material") was filed by SMS Group on Apr 18, 2019. The application was issued on Jul 20, 2022.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| THYSSENKRUPP STEEL EUROPE | Apr 19, 2023 | ZENZ PATENTANWALTE PARTNERSCHAFT MBB |
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