The trademark ELPROM was filed by ELECTROMOTOREN ZAVOD ELPROM TROYAN Ltd., a corporation established under the laws of the Republic of Bulgaria (the "Applicant"). The application was published for oppositions on March 29, 2021, and received one opposition filed on June 15, 2021 by ELPROM HARMANLI AD on (a) Likelihood of confusion, (b) Unfair advantage and detriment to distinctiveness or repute. and proceedings were handled in English, and the oppositon was dismissed by the Euorpean Union Intellectual Property Office with decision issued June 15, 2021
The application was filed in Bulgarian, and Bulgarian was also language of all opposition proceedings (English was selected as the second language).
The Opposition with reference B 003148795 was partially refused EUTMA/IR according to Article 8(1)(b) EUTMR with decision issued on November 20, 2022 by the EUIPO.
Goods And Services
The mark was filed in class 7 with following description of goods:
Wheels and tracks for machines
Electric drives for elevators
Automotive exhaust pipe
Automotive intake manifolds
Automotive engine blocks
Automobile oil pans
Adaptors for tool bits [parts of machines]
Adaptors for pipes [parts of machines]
Plain thrust bearings
Alternators for land vehicles
Dampers [parts of machines]
Shock absorbers for machines
Shock absorbing springs for machines
Plunger pistons
Pressure regulating apparatus being parts of machines
Pressure controllers [valves] being parts of machines
Drives for elevators
Elevator gears
Exhausters being suction ventilators
Distributors for vehicle engines
Pistons for vehicle engines.
The mark was filed in class 9 with following description of goods:
Electric motor checking [monitoring or supervision] apparatus
Engine diagnostic apparatus
Load break isolators
Photographic apparatus and instruments
Cinematographic machines and apparatus
Optical apparatus and instruments
Weighing apparatus and instruments
Nautical apparatus and instruments
Surveying apparatus and instruments
Measuring apparatus and instruments
Checking (supervision) apparatus and instruments
Signalling apparatus and instruments
Life-saving apparatus and instruments
Scientific apparatus and instruments
Teaching apparatus and instruments
Apparatus and instruments for controlling electricity
Apparatus and instruments for accumulating electricity
Apparatus and instruments for switching electricity
Apparatus and instruments for transforming electricity
Apparatus and instruments for regulating electricity
Apparatus and instruments for conducting electricity
Apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images
Coin-operated mechanisms
Accounting machines
Adding machines
Mouse [computer peripheral]
Fire extinguishing apparatus
Apparatus, instruments and cables for electricity
Diving equipment
Recorded content
Measuring, detecting and monitoring instruments, indicators and controllers
Magnets, magnetizers and demagnetizers
Scientific and laboratory devices for treatment using electricity
Optical devices, enhancers and correctors
Scientific research and laboratory apparatus, educational apparatus and simulators
Navigation, guidance, tracking, targeting and map making devices
Safety, security, protection and signalling devices
Information technology and audiovisual equipment
Apparatus and instruments for accumulating and storing electricity
Electrical and electronic components
Photovoltaic apparatus for generating electricity
Databases
Media content
Devices for streaming media content over local wireless networks
Calibrating apparatus
Measuring jugs
Gauges
Measuring rulers
Calculating devices
Cartridge alignment protractors
Controllers and regulators
Sensors, detectors and monitoring instruments
Monitoring instruments
Testing and quality control devices
Replicating apparatus
Audio/visual and photographic devices
Communications equipment
Signal cables for IT, AV and telecommunication
Data storage devices
Automatic disc changers
Lasers
Optical enhancers
Glasses, sunglasses and contact lenses
Alarms and warning equipment
Protective and safety equipment
Signalling apparatus
Access control devices
Electronic frequency converters for high velocity electro motors
Sensors for engines
Starter cables for motors
Intelligent motor control devices
Telemetry devices for engine applications
Computerized vehicle engine analyzers
Temperature controllers apparatus for use in vehicle engines.
The mark was filed in class 11 with following description of goods:
Ventilating fans
Electric radiators [not for motors and engines]
Lighting apparatus
Heating apparatus
Cooking stoves
Smoke cooking units
Multicookers
Cooling apparatus
Smoke drying units
Personal heating and drying implements
Futon driers [for household purposes]
Apparatus for ventilating
Apparatus for the supply of water for sanitary purposes
Drinking water supply apparatus
Water coolers
Refrigerating and freezing equipment
Regulating and safety accessories for water and gas installations
Igniters
Burners and heaters
Flues and installations for conveying exhaust gases
Industrial treatment installations
Food and beverage cooking, heating, cooling and treatment equipment
Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning and purification equipment (ambient)
Lighting and lighting reflectors
Sanitary installations, water supply and sanitation equipment
Drying installations
Sun tanning appliances
Filters for industrial and household use
Nuclear installations
Gas cleaners and purifiers
Chemical processing equipment
Industrial ovens and furnaces (not for food or beverages)
HVAC systems (heating, ventilation and air conditioning)
Air treatment equipment
Vehicle lighting and lighting reflectors
Decorative fountains, sprinkler and irrigation systems
Water purification, desalination and conditioning installations
Sterilization, disinfection and decontamination equipment
Sanitary and bathroom installations and plumbing fixtures
Water distributor armatures for heating.
The mark was filed in class 35 with following description of goods:
Advertising
Business management
Business administration
Business analysis and information services, and market research
Market research
Collection and systematization of business data
Advertising, marketing and promotional services
Provision of advertising space, time and media
Product demonstrations and product display services
Distribution of advertising, marketing and promotional material
Public relations services
Trade show and commercial exhibition services
Loyalty, incentive and bonus program services
Advertising, marketing and promotional consultancy, advisory and assistance services
Business assistance, management and administrative services
Auctioneering services
Rental of vending machines
Administrative data processing
Office functions services
Business consultancy and advisory services
Rental of office machines
Rental of office machines
Rental of office machines
Human resources management and recruitment services
Commercial trading and consumer information services
Business management services relating to electronic commerce.