Mehler Vario System GmbH Prevails in Design Rights Dispute with NFM AS on Appeal Higher Regional Court of Düsseldorf Confirms: Mehler Protection’s Grid Carrier Does Not Infringe NFM AS’s Design Rights FULDA, GERMANY (20 October 2026) Mehler Vario System GmbH, the legal entity operating under the Mehler Protection brand within Mehler Systems, has been successful in the appeal: The Higher Regional Court of Düsseldorf upheld the dismissal of the claims against the allegations made by NFM AS and confirmed that the Mehler Protection’s Grid Carrier does not infringe the asserted design rights. The Court did not allow a further appeal. The proceedings focused on the extent to which design protection can be claimed for modular load-bearing systems in a market shaped by technical requirements and industry-wide standards. Taking into account the high density of prior designs in this product segment and the limited design freedom available to manufacturers, the Court concluded that the Mehler Protection’s Grid Carrier creates a different overall impression and therefore does not infringe the asserted design rights. “This decision provides important clarity for us, our customers and partners and the market. It confirms that the allegations of design right infringement raised against our Grid Carrier were…
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Garmin unveils revolutionary Xero L60i laser rangefinder with superior optics, GPS and onboard mapping technology Mark targets with Laser Locate and maneuver to them using high-resolution digital mapping, augmented reality and advanced navigation features for an immersive visual experience OLATHE, Kan./Jan. 20, 2026/ Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) is taking laser rangefinding…
Spiritus Systems Mission Rugby Shirt At 1130 Eastern time Spiritus Systems is releasing their initial clothing item, the Mission Rugby Shirt. Adam has previewed online several times so it shouldn’t came as a complete surprise. What is great is that it’s a great way for those who are at home…
SHOT Show 26 – Crye Precision Introduces Combat Shorts You’ve been asking for them for years and Crye Precision has come through. Offered in three inseam lengths (5″, 7″, and 9″) they are cut in the G3.5 pattern meaning the Classic G3 pocket configuration but the new temperate fabric. You…
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MoreOn Tuesday, the Financial Times reported that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had directed his military to prepare for new attacks on Iran this month, before deciding to call off the operation. Citing anonymous sources familiar with the matter, the FT said the IDF had planned for “a multi-day bombing…
AUSA 26 – Whippet Unmanned Ground Vehicle The US Army currently has a ratio of about one aircraft for every 39 ground vehicles. I believe that is a good analogue to what we should expect in the future regarding unmanned systems. So if you think drones are everywhere, you ain’t…
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AUSA 26 – High-Cut NG-IHPS Helmet Is Coming I stopped by the Gentex booth and they were exhibiting a high cut version of the Next Gen Integrated Head Protection System helmet issued by the US Army. Apparently, during last month’s Maneuver Conference at Fort Benning, the Army announced plans to…
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The Navy accepted a newly manufactured C-130J-30 Super Hercules aircraft from Lockheed Martin during a ceremony in Marietta, Georgia, Oct. 15, marking the first step toward fielding the future E-130J Phoenix II. The aircraft will serve as the host platform for the Navy’s next-generation “Take Charge and Move Out” mission…
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