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Biz Bureau: Protect your plumb ideas; Tricia Phillips.


Dear Biz

I HAVE an idea which helps plumbers install baths and replace taps without getting into awkward positions to fit the pipework. Does it need patenting or do I just run it by sanitary-ware producers?

K Lofthouse Lofthouse may refer to:
  • Lofthouse, North Yorkshire
  • Lofthouse, West Yorkshire
  • James Lofthouse, see Fisherman's Friend
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Biz says

IT IS hard to say if your idea needs or even is suited to a patent without knowing what it actually is. However, it is still advisable ad·vis·a·ble  
adj.
Worthy of being recommended or suggested; prudent.



ad·visa·bil
 to protect your idea before discussing it with anyone. For details on how to do that, visit www.ipo.gov.uk or call 0845 950 0505.
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Publication:The Mirror (London, England)
Date:Mar 25, 2009
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