by Daniel X. Thomas
EP 3 466 903 B9 relates to a batch for producing a refractory product, a method for the manufacture of a refractory product, a refractory product and the use of synthetic raw material.
Brief outline of the case
The opposition was rejected and the opponent appealed.
The board held that claim 1 as granted lacked IS.
by Daniel X. Thomas
EP 2 951 029 B1 relates to to security devices, suitable for establishing the authenticity of objects of value, and their methods of manufacture.
Brief outline of the case
The opposition was rejected and Opponent 2 appealed.
In reply to the opposition, the proprietor filed a series of 6 AR which were properly substantiated.
by Daniel X. Thomas
EP 2 598 450 B1 relates to a compacted body, in particular a briquette, suitable for use as a mineral charge in the production of man-made vitreous fibres (MMVF).
Brief outline of the case
The OD decided maintenance according to AR 1. Proprietor and O II appealed.
Within the time limit under R 116(1),
by Daniel X. Thomas
Patent EP 3 293 124 B1 relates to a high power packaging method and device, in particular for small pieces like pralines.
Brief outline of the case
The opponent appealed the rejection of its opposition.
In its decision the board held that claims 1 (method) and 9 (device) as granted lacked IS over D3=DE 10 2008 019 605+D1=US 4 947 617.