Annuities, renewals and transfers
We ensure that the protection acquired by our clients remains effectively in force. Kolster has a reliable system for processing annuities and renewals, without interruption and effectively at prescribed intervals. We also expertly handle various types of name changes and the transfer of rights from one holder to another.
We use Patrafee AB for the monitoring and payment of annuities. Naturally, you may turn to us here at Kolster for assistance in annuity matters.
Founded in 1978, Patrafee AB handles patent and patent application annuities as well as renewal fees for trademarks and models all over the world. Kolster works in co-operation with Patrafee also in the international registration and management of domains.
Patrafee owners are patent agencies throughout the Nordic countries. In Finland Kolster Oy Ab is one of the partner agencies. Patrafee's clients are patent agencies, companies and private inventors. Kolster still serves as the responsible agent in its clients' commissions even in cases where Patrafee AB is handling the payment of annuities.
Patrafee's basic service includes providing commission status information, drafting budget estimates for specific periods and preparing cost reports on accrued costs.
IPR Control
IPR Control is a client extranet service for management of the IPR portfolio. Using this tool, the status of your portfolio is made available to you in real time, documents can be archived easily and management of the whole is kept fully accessible to you.
Develop an IPR strategy
Carefully planned protection supports a company's business strategy. When you “look before you leap”, you’ll avoid unnecessary costs and IPR risks.
Read moreProtect your IPR assets
Effective protection is like a jigsaw puzzle, as the various forms of protection complement one another. Take advantage of our expert experience in choosing forms of protection and how to proceed.
Read more