EP2671766
Hydraulic connector, in particular for a windscreen-wiper system of a motor vehicle
- VALEO SYSTEMES D’ESSUYAGEsince Dec 10, 2013; EPO record ends Nov 22, 2019
The connector (1) has an inlet coupling (5) for connection to a cleaning and de-icing fluid feed, and distributors (7, 8) provided with outlet couplings (9-11). The outlet couplings are connected to fluid carrying ramps (3, 4) of a wiper blade (2). An internal path carries the fluid from the inlet coupling to one of the distributors. The inlet coupling is oriented in parallel to or perpendicular to the distributor, where the connector is formed of a mono block that is obtained through molding of plastic material. An independent claim is also included for a windscreen wiper system for a motor vehicle, comprising a wiper blade connected to an actuating arm by an adapter.
| Date | Case | Division | Type | Outcome | Parties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 2026 | UPC CoA 13/2026 | Court of Appeal | Appeal | Locked | VALEO SYSTEMES D’ESSUYAGE +6 |
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