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Intellectual property services
Industrial Designs
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Industrial Designs services
Industrial Design registration
SIPRC provides integrated services for registering industrial designs in accordance with national and international laws. It ensures statutory protection for the external appearance of the product by preparing applications, drawings, and documents required to protect the owner’s rights locally and internationally.
Renewal of Industrial Designs
SIPRC helps in renewing the statutory protection of industrial designs, while following up on the expiration dates of protection to ensure that renewal applications are submitted in a timely manner and that protection continues for additional periods.
Industrial Design protection
SIPRC provides comprehensive solutions to protect industrial designs from illegal copying or commercial exploitation. Services include advisory support to take appropriate action in accordance with Saudi law and international protection agreements.
Industrial Design licensing
SIPRC enables the organization of industrial design licensing processes, allowing design owners to benefit from them commercially through formal agreements that guarantee the protection of the owner’s rights.
Industrial Design litigation services
SIPRC provides litigation services and defends industrial design rights before judicial authorities. It provides the necessary advisory support to ensure the protection of rights and recover appropriate compensation in the event of violations.
Appeal services for Industrial Designs
SIPRC provides appeal services in case of rejection of registration applications or judicial disputes. Evidence and statutory arguments are provided to support the owner’s position and ensure that decisions are reviewed.
Industrial Design objection services
SIPRC provides services to object to the registration of similar or identical industrial designs, ensuring the protection of original designs from any potential infringement and helping to preserve the rights of designers.
Mediation and Arbitration Services for Industrial Designs
SIPRC provides mediation and arbitration solutions to settle disputes related to industrial designs, allowing access to quick and effective solutions without the need to resort to lengthy judicial procedures.
Industrial Design Counsel Services
SIPRC provides comprehensive Counsel Services to ensure the protection of industrial designs. Services include contract review, licensing, and handling government procedures to ensure full compliance.
Industrial Designs protection
The importance of registering Industrial Designs
Industrial Design registration requirements
Clear drawings or photos of the design.
Designer details and design ownership.
Illustrate the unique aspects of the design.
Documents proving the originality of the design and that it has not been published previously.
Necessary approvals for joint works (if the design is a joint work).
Registration
Industrial Design registration procedures
We follow the following procedures to ensure that your industrial design is officially registered:
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Preparing documents and submitting the application:
collecting and submitting the required documents
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Follow up the application with official authorities:
to ensure that the required conditions are met.
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Issuance of design registration certificate:
after completing all regulatory procedures.
Comparison
The difference between Trademarks, Patents,
Copyrights, and Industrial Designs
Element
Industrial Designs
Trademarks
Patents
Copyrights
Protected domain
The external or decorative appearance of products
Brand names, logos, and symbols that distinguish products and services.
Technical innovations and inventions
The work must be original and innovative.
Duration of protection
Usually, 10-15 years with the possibility of renewal.
Renewable every 10 years without limits
20 years from date of registration
Author's age + 50 or 70 years (depending on local laws)
Requirements
The design must be new and innovative.
The mark must be distinctive and not confusing to the consumer.
The invention must be new, useful, and industrially applicable.
The work must be original and innovative.
Registration procedures
Submit an application that includes drawings or photos of the design.
Submit an application including a description of the mark and commercial uses.
Submit a comprehensive application detailing the innovation.
In some countries registration is not required, but registration provides stronger protection
International protection
via the Hauge designs treaty
Via the Madrid Protocol for the International Registration of Trademarks
via the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)
Through the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
Renewal
Requires application and renewal every 10-15 years depending on the country.
It can be renewed every 10 years without limits.
Annual fee required to maintain protection
No need to renew as long as the protection lasts for the specified period.
Advantages
Protection from unauthorized copying or commercial exploitation
Preventing the unlawful use of the trademark
Protection against illegal exploitation of the invention
No need to renew as long as the protection lasts for the specified period.Protection of the rights to copy, distribute, and publicly display works
Contact us
If you have any questions, suggestions, or would like to request a service, we’re always here to help. You can reach out to us in a way that’s most convenient for you
Frequently asked questions
What are industrial designs?
Industrial designs are the external or decorative appearance of products such as furniture, fashion, or electronic devices. Designs distinguish products from others and enhance their appeal.
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How can an industrial design be registered in Saudi Arabia?
Industrial design registration is done through the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property. We save your time and effort by providing integrated services, including submitting applications, paying fees, and following up on procedures until the certificate is issued.
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How long is the protection of an industrial design?
Industrial design registration is done through the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property. We save your time and effort by providing integrated services, including submitting applications, paying fees, and following up on procedures until the certificate is issued.
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How long is the protection of an industrial design?
يمنح التسجيل حماية نظامية من النسخ أو الاستغلال غير المشروع، ويتيح لكم اتخاذ الإجراءات النظامية ضد أي انتهاكات.
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What are the advantages of registering an industrial design?
Registration provides statutory protection against unlawful copying or exploitation and allows you to take enforcement action against any violations.
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Can industrial design protection be renewed?
يمكن اتخاذ إجراءات نظامية ضد الجهة التي انتهكت حقوقكم، بما في ذلك المطالبة بالتعويض.
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What happens if my industrial design is infringed?
قد يتم اتخاذ إجراءات نظامية ضد الطرف الذي انتهك حقوقك، بما في ذلك طلب التعويض.
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Is industrial design registration different from patents?
Yes, industrial designs protect the appearance of products, while patents protect technical innovations.
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Can I grant the rights to use my industrial design to other parties?
نعم، يمكنك ترخيص التصميم الصناعي الخاص بك من خلال العقود الملزمة. لطلب خدمة ترخيص التصاميم الصناعية، انقر هنا.
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