IP protection
Intellectual Property Rights / Counterfeits
At selected international trade shows such as EuroBLECH 2008, Priority Certificates can be issued. For their products displayed at the event, exhibitors can apply during the show for a Priority Certificate for registered designs, utility models and trademarks.
The exhibitor then has the opportunity to apply for certain Intellectual Property Rights within 6 months after the EuroBLECH show. The issue date of the Priority Certificate will be accepted as the application date by the German Patent and Trademark Office, thus ensuring a time lead over counterfeiters.
Please note that in Germany, Priority Certificates do not apply to patent applications.
