Abstract: A molding strip having an integrally formed insert with indicia is disclosed. The molding strip includes an elongated plastic strip having an aperture formed therein. An insert is positioned in the aperture. Indicia, such as trademarks, tradenames, insignias, logos, designs or the like, are formed on the insert. A transparent overlayer is injected onto the insert for integrally bonding and securing the insert with the elongated strip. The overlayer enables the indicia to exhibit aesthetic three-dimensional characteristics when viewed by an observer. Also disclosed is a method for manufacturing the present invention.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a method of manufacturing a sign or similar article by providing a wooden substrate having an upper surface; providing a laminate formed by several plies including a ply of sandblast-resistant material, an adhesive, a ply of vinyl, another adhesive and a carrier ply; cutting the laminate to form a template of a desired configuration and applying the template to the upper surface of the substrate, sandblasting the upper surface of the substrate which removes an upper surface strata thereof which is exposed to the sandblast material while unexposed surface strata is uneffected, and thereafter removing the sandblast-resistant ply from the vinyl ply forms a permanent upper covering/indicia/design atop the selected area of the substrate unaffected by the sandblast material.

Abstract: A trim strip having indicia with a three-dimensional visual effect is made by laminating a reflective metallized film layer to a substrate, laminating a transparent overlayer onto the metallized film layer, and laminating a transparent cover layer over the overlayer with visible indicia sandwiched between the cover layer and overlayer.

Abstract: An engraved plastic article is prepared by applying a coat of epoxy resin paint to a polyether sulfone resin article, curing the coated article at an elevated temperature, and engraving indicia on a surface of the article. During engraving the paint coating does not loosen, chip or otherwise dislodge.

Abstract: A disposable cleaning article for removing particulate matter from various materials especially clothing is disclosed. The cleaning article comprises two similarly shaped and aligned plastic sheets which are affixed to each other along the periphery of the sheets, thereby forming a pocket area between the plastic sheets. The affixed first and second plastic sheets have at least one opening to provide access to the pocket area in order to allow for manual direction of the cleaning article along a surface to be cleaned. One surface of the device is coated with an adhesive suitable for collecting particulate matter such as lint. A cover sheet is detachably secured to the adhesive material to protect the adhesive coated surface prior to use of the cleaning article.

Abstract: An embroidered design adapted to be heat sealed to another article is disclosed. The embroidered design comprises a bobbin yarn forming a top surface of the embroidered design, and a needle or front yarn forming the bottom surface of the embroidered design. The needle yarn comprises first and second coextensive strands. One of the strands is made from a thermoplastic material which melts and forms an adhesive bond with the supporting article upon application of heat and pressure. The other strand remains intact upon application of heat and pressure. The second strand maintains the structural integrity of the embroidered design. The embroidered design also comprises a backing material disposed between the top and bottom surfaces which backing material is made from a degradable substance. The backing material disintegrates upon application of heat and pressure and may be brushed away.

Abstract: A forming tool for the production of sheets, more particularly from a thermoplastic synthetic material, is in the form of a roller, a press, or a casting mould, and comprises, upon its outer surface, engraving elements in predetermined spatial relationship with each other. It is to be possible to produce sheets inexpensively with this apparatus, and production tolerances are low. The engraving elements provided upon the outer surface, which is made of hard material, more particularly metal. The engraving elements project, above the outer surface, to a predetermined height, and the remainder of the outer surface exhibits a predetermined surface structure.

Abstract: A decorative emblem is formed by insertion of a decorative foil shape into a preformed bezel and encapsulating and bonding the foil to the bezel with a fluent, curable plastic material. After an initial casting of a measured amount of plastic onto the base of the bezel, the foil is inserted and seated. A second cast of plastic forms a cap contiguous with the sides of the bezel and encapsulates the foil and bonds it within the bezel. Upon curing, the plastic cap gives a lens effect to the decorative emblem. The emblem may be equipped with attachment means for fastening it to an automobile, appliance, or other object. In alternative embodiments, a decorative foil shape is placed directly onto the base of the bezel, and a fluent, curable plastic material is cast thereon. As the plastic material cures, it migrates around the edges and under the foil to at least partially encapsulate the foil and bond it within the bezel.

Abstract: An engraved plastic article is prepared by applying a coat of epoxy resin paint to a polyether sulfone resin article, curing the coated article at an elevated temperature, and engraving indicia on a surface of the article. During engraving the paint coating does not loosen, chip or otherwise dislodge.

Abstract: A composite structural frame component which has a high quality appearance and substantial structural rigidity. The component comprises an elongated substantially flat member having a plurality of V-shaped grooves extending through the thickness of such member and tapered marginal edges, such grooves and tapered edges being mutually parallel and parallel to the longitudinal axis of such member. A flexible member, for example having a thickness substantially less than the thickness of the flat member, is secured to the surface of the flat member at which the apexes of the grooves are directed. The flexible member has a surface facing away from the flat member which is of a high quality appearance. Therefore, when the flat member is folded along the grooves to form an elongated structure of rectangular cross-section with a hollow interior, such structure is encased by flexible member. The resulting composite structure thus has a high quality appearance with substantial structural rigidity.

Abstract: A light weight entangled nonwoven fabric formed by fluid rearrangement/entangling of an oriented web of fibers comprising at least 75% polyolefin staple fibers and displaying excellent machine direction and cross direction strength.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a method of manufacturing a sign or similar article by providing a wooden substrate having an upper surface; providing a laminate formed by several plies including a ply of sandblast-resistant material, an adhesive, a ply of vinyl, another adhesive and a carrier ply; cutting the laminate to form a template of a desired configuration and applying the template to the upper surface of the substrate, sandblasting the upper surface of the substrate which removes an upper surface strata thereof which is exposed to the sandblast material while unexposed surface strata is uneffected, and thereafter removing the sandblast-resistant ply from the vinyl ply forms a permanent upper covering/indicia/design atop the selected area of the substrate unaffected by the sandblast material.

Abstract: A loosely constructed knit or woven fabric is dimensionally stabilized by causing staple length textile fibers to be entangled about the intersections of the yarns comprising the fabric. The stabilized fabric is formed by covering one or both sides of the loosely constructed base fabric with a light web of the staple length fibers, and subjecting the composite material to hydraulic entanglement while supported on a porous forming belt configured to direct and concentrate the staple length fibers at the intersections of the yarns comprising the base fabric.

Abstract: A light weight entangled nonwoven fabric formed by fluid rearrangement/entangling of an oriented web of fibers comprising at least 75% polyester staple fibers, and displaying excellent machine direction and cross direction strength.

Abstract: An improved foil for stained glass assembly is disclosed. This improved foil is unique in that it includes an indexing reference to assist in the precise placement of the foil on the edge of a piece of stained glass. After foiling of numerous pieces of stained glass, they are butted to one another and soldered together along their contiguous seams. The precise placement of the foil on the edge of the glass insures that the solder bead between such contiguous pieces is uniform, thus insuring an esthetically attractive and structurally superior article.

Abstract: A detection device comprising cooperating retro-reflective and fluorescent members are disposed on a self-adhesive incorporating a conductive metal radar reflecting layer. Nautical application to the sails of sailboats and the like are disclosed.

Abstract: A panel which comprises a substrate of transparent or translucent material having applied to one or both sides a design superimposed on, or forming part of, an opaque pattern so that the design on one side of the panel cannot be seen from the other side.

Abstract: A method of identifying instruments, preferably surgical instruments, as belonging to a set comprises forming at least one bore in a location of each instrument belonging to the set such that said bore will neither substantially weaken the instrument nor interfere with its primary functions. The bore may be cast as part of or drilled partially or completely through each instrument. At least one colored plug of a preferably autoclavable material is then secured in the bore. The colored plug may have a distinctively-shaped head portion, or may have multiple end locks at intermittent positions, the excess of which can be cut away. Most preferably, the method of the invention comprises the step of securing the plug between a pair of differently colored washers. An instrument bearing indicia of a set comprises a colored plug inserted in a bore formed in said instrument and a means for securing said plug in said bore.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for pressurized fluid stream treatment of the surface of a relatively moving substrate to impart visual surface changes thereto, and resulting products. The apparatus includes a fluid discharge manifold comprising an elongate compartment with discharge slot disposed across the path of relative movement of the substrate to discharge pressurized heated fluid, such as air, in one or more narrow discrete streams into the surface of a substrate, such as a textile fabric. A plurality of spaced, cooler air outlets are disposed in the discharge slot of the manifold to selectively direct pressurized cooler air across the slot in accordance with pattern information to block the heated air streams. The slot of the discharge manifold also may be provided with an elongate shim member having a plurality of spaced notches along a side edge for discharge of the heated fluid onto the surface of the substrate to form a desired pattern.

Abstract: A method of embossing a sheet of non-woven fibrous web, and the resulting fibrous sheet structure, e.g. toilet tissue, with a series of identical boss elements arranged in a uniform pattern in a manner to avoid nesting of the embossments and resulting non-uniform product rolls when the sheet is rolled onto a mandrel. The embossments are uniformly spaced in rows which in the longitudinal direction form an angle in the range of 15.degree. to 23.degree. relative to the edge of the sheet or roll and an angle in the range of 40.degree. to 57.degree. relative to the cross direction of the sheet or roll.

Abstract: A high quality embroidered garment, drapery, piece goods is manufactured by embroidering with embroidery thread of a single color to produce a sculptured pattern. The sculptured pattern is colored by printing from transfer paper in registry with the sculptured pattern utilizing a plurality of different colored dye stuffs.

Abstract: Disclosed is a mat for temporary use on a surface subject to exposure to a highly aqueous environment. The mat includes a water repellent mat member having a surface adapted for frictional engagement with a human body part. A non-hygroscopic, fully releaseable, pressure sensitive adhesive film is applied to at least a part of the underside of the mat member. The adhesive film secures the mat to a surface in the water-filled environment and is readily removeable therefrom without leaving a residue of the adhesive film on the surface. A removeable liner covers the adhesive film prior to application of the mat member to the surface.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the manufacture of sheetlike or weblike material which is the carrier of markings apparent in transmitted light. The markings being produced in that sheets or webs of paper with marking of the desired type printed onto them are laminated to one another with the print-carrying surfaces facing towards one another and that the lamination is carried out with a thin plastic layer.

Abstract: A forming tool for the production of sheets, more particularly from a thermoplastic synthetic material, is in the form of a roller, a press, or a casting mould, and comprises, upon its outer surface, engraving elements in predetermined spatial relationship with each other. It is to be possible to produce sheets inexpensively with this apparatus, and production tolerances are low. The engraving elements are provided upon the outer surface, which is made of hard material, more particularly metal. The engraving elements project, above the outer surface, to a predetermined height, and the remainder of the outer surface exhibits a predetermined surface structure.

Abstract: A decorative heat retaining pizza cover is disclosed which includes a member supported above the soft inner portion of the pizza by a plurality of standoffs, and tending to retain heat imparted to the pizza when the pizza is baked. The member may carry decorative legend and/or ornaments on its viewable surface indicative of a festive occasion, and the cover may be retained as a remembrance of said occasion.

Abstract: This invention relates to body tattoos, and particularly adhesively applied body tattoos. In particular, the present invention relates to tattoos comprising a printed image on a translucent surface of a porous, non-woven, compacted tissue substrate with an adhesive on the back-side of the substrate. The translucent qualities of the substrate enhance the visual effect of the printed image.

Abstract: A composite foil from which metallically lustrous layer areas which have an image structure are to be transferred onto a base, with a carrier layer, with a lacquer layer on said carrier layer, with a metal layer on said lacquer layer and with an adhesive layer on said metal layer, wherein said lacquer layer (4) and said metal layer (8) are divided into areas which have the shape of the image structure, and wherein said carrier layer (2) can be detached from said lacquer layer (4) and the adhesive (14) which is located between the areas by pulling off said carrier layer at room temperature wherein the metal layer is formed from vapor deposited metal and adhesive (14) is a contact adhesive.

Abstract: A deflector for securement to body components of a vehicle to prevent water, dust, and the like from entering the body or wetting inner trim panels. The deflector comprises a sheet of plastic peripherally shaped for covering at least a predetermined portion of a body component, and having permanently plastic and permanently tacky pressure-sensitive adhesive on selective areas thereof for attaching the sheet to the component.

Abstract: An improved release coating for heat transferable laminates wherein an ink design layer is transferred from a carrier web onto an article such as a plastic or glass container upon application of heat and pressure. The improved release coating transfers with the ink design layer and forms an optically clear protective coating over the transferred ink design layer. The transferred release coating upon resolidification has an exceedingly high optical clarity, with no hazing, spotting, or halo discernible over the transferred ink design layer. The improved release coating incorporates a tackifying resin in a wax base. The wax base includes a montan wax and a crystalline wax such as paraffin wax. The wax base may also include a microcrystalline wax component. The preferred tackifying resin is selected from the polyterpene class.

Abstract: Brass plaque indicia indicating products are provided according to the present invention which can be economically produced by stamping of brass plate. Prior to the present invention stamping of brass plate to define brass indicia was not economical relative to forging techniques due to the high amount of scrap brass plate which resulted by the stamping operation. The present invention recognizes that the scrap produced during this stamping of the indicia can provide a brass plaque having an interior which defines an outline of the indicia and if a background member is secured behind the brass plate this combination defines the desired indicia. Therefore by stamping of brass indicia and using the remaining scrap to define a further brass plaque which in combination with a background member defines the indicia, the stamping operation becomes very economical relative to a forging operation as two brass products for identifying indicia are produced by the one stamping operation.

Abstract: This invention concerns a method of marking articles having a polyolefin surface by exposure to a laser beam. The polyolefin contains a sufficient amount of a laser radiation absorbing substance for decomposing the polyolefin, so that a black mark of decomposed polyolefin will be formed.The laser radiation absorbing substance is a silicon compound, preferably a metal silicate, e.g. calcium-metasilicate or kaoline.The invention also comprises an article having a polyolefin surface, provided with a black mark of decomposed polyolefin formed by a laser beam.

Abstract: Disclosed is a resin molding decorative member having a back surface formed with intersecting masking jig mounting grooves which define numerous segments separated from each other by the grooves. Also disclosed is a method for providing a desired pattern on the back surface of the member.

Abstract: An improved release coating for heat transferable laminates wherein an ink design layer is transferred from a carrier web onto an article such as a plastic or glass container upon application of heat and pressure. The improved release coating transfers with the ink design layer and forms an optically clear protective coating over the transferred ink design layer. The transferred release coating upon resolidification has an exceedingly high optical clarity, with no hazing, spotting, or halo discernible over the transferred ink design layer. The improved release coating incorporates a tackifying resin in a wax base. The wax base includes a montan wax and a crystalline wax such as paraffin wax. The wax base may also include a microcrystalline wax component. The tackifying resin is a transparent hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin.

Abstract: A tape product which bears a visible message which is changed when the tape is subjected to stress is adapted for use on containers and packages to indicate that the same container or package has been opened or the closure has been tampered with in an attempt to open the same. The message change is obtained by the tape becoming opaque to obliterate one message and provide a contrasting background for a different message.

Abstract: A decorative emblem useful in customizing an automobile, said emblem being sufficiently flexible to conform to the curvature of a surface by hand pressure alone and comprising a base member and a graphic-bearing inlay, said base member being formed from a hand deformable thermosetting plastic, said inlay including a foil member having a graphic on one surface thereof and having a translucent flexible plastic cap overlaying said graphic surface and providing a lens effect thereto.

Abstract: Disclosed is a fastening apparatus for fastening a gang of edge-connected but separable twist ties to a surface. The apparatus includes a material having a first adhesive coated portion secured to the gang of ties and a second adhesive coated portion for securing the gang of ties to the surface. A releasable protective cover covers at least the second adhesive coated portion.

Abstract: Accurate positioning of a portable coded data reader, such as is used for reading merchandise bar codes, is achieved by a plastic display tag having a guide ledge formed integrally with a display section in which the coded indicia are displayed. When the reader is slid along the ledge it is automatically positioned properly to read the coded indicia. The guide ledge is separated from the display section by a fold line which permits the ledge to be folded substantially perpendicular to the display section. A second guide ledge may also be provided to define a guide channel between the two ledges. Mounting projections are formed integrally with the tag and project from opposite sides of the display section to engage respective apertures in an apertured support structure.

Abstract: A novelty decorative arrangement is provided by a composite separable combination of a stick-on element and an iron-on element, each such element being provided with a design. The arrangement includes a substrate formed of a semi-rigid material, such as cardboard or plastic film, which is provided with a design on one surface thereof, and a tacky adhesive layer on its opposite surface. The substrate, which forms the stick-on element, is detachably coupled to a fabric element carrying another design and having a heat-responsive adhesive characteristic so as to form the iron-on element. The iron-on element protects the tacky adhesive of the stick-on element from contamination which would reduce its adhesive characteristic. In manufacture, the joined elements are cut in a single cutting operation so that each has an overall shape configuration which corresponds generally to the cumulative shape configurations of the respective designs.

Abstract: A strip of film for application to the upper edge of a windscreen or otherwise to act as an anti-glare device is characterized in that the degree of transparency thereof increases gradually from the upper to the lower edge thereof. The strip may be made by screen printing using a half-tone process and may be made in different colors using different kinds of ink.

Abstract: A combination of two mutually-adherent laminae is applied to the removable fixing of display or decorative material. A first lamina of PVC is a component of a tri-laminate, including an aluminum foil intermediate layer and a paper backing layer. The backing layer allows the tri-laminate to be secured to a display board or wall, for example using a wallpaper type paste. The display or decorative material is in the form of a sheet, which is laminated using an adhesive to the front surface of a second lamina of polyester terephthalate. When said bi-laminate is pressed into intimate surface contact with the exposed front surface of the lamina it adheres strongly thereto, but can readily be peeled off and replaced when this is required.

Abstract: A water deflector for securement to the inner panel of a vehicle door to prevent water from entering the vehicle body or wetting the inner door trim panel. The deflector comprises a sheet of polyethylene peripherally shaped for covering the inner door panel, and having permanently plastic and permanently tacky pressure-sensitive adhesive on selective areas thereof for attaching the sheet to the inner door panel.

Abstract: An article and its method of manufacture. The article comprises a base provided with a surface having a surface pattern. The surface pattern has at least one edge or boundary defined by at least one continuous retaining means. At least a portion of the retaining means is a contiguous low energy surface. The article additionally optionally comprises a volume or hardened resin covering only the surface pattern.The method of the invention comprises forming the continuous retaining means comprising a contiguous low energy surface to define the boundary of the pattern area, introducing a liquid resin into the pattern area and hardening the resin to form an elevated boss.

Abstract: A mark for use in rubber article is disclosed, which comprises a chromatic rubber composition layer containing not less than 30 parts by weight of at least one of chloroprene rubber and chlorosulfonated polyethylene rubber and having a thickness of 0.1 to 1.5 mm, an antioxidant-migration film barrier selected from polyester film, nylon film, vinylidene chloride film and vinylidene chloride-vinyl chloride copolymer film and having a thickness of 3 to 100 .mu.m, and an adhesive layer of thermoplastic polyester or polyurethane having a thickness of 0.005 to 0.5 mm.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method for producing a decorative reflective surface covering with improved adhesion of the various layers, having a backing, metallic areas and a transparent top layer, and the product thus produced. This product is produced by applying an adhesive on the surface of a backing in regular, spaced intervals, bringing a metal face of a film in contact with the adhesive to secure it to the backing, removing the metal film whereby the areas in contact with the adhesive remain on the backing and then applying a transparent layer to the surface of the backing covering the remaining metallic areas.

Abstract: A shaped sound barrier component comprising a thermoplastic member highly loaded with barium sulfate (more than 200 to about 400 parts) and zinc oxide (1 to 500 parts). Preferably the thermoplastic contains 20 to 50 parts of chopped fibers per 100 parts of said thermoplastic although larger amounts can be used, for instance a 100 parts where the usage is severe.

Abstract: The embroidered transfer includes a pattern embroidered with thread of one color on a substrate in a manner so that a portion of the pattern is sculptured. The pattern is at least in part colored and outlined by transfer printing a dye stuff onto the pattern in registration therewith on the warp side of the pattern. Adhesive is applied to the shuttle side of the pattern.

Abstract: An improved tape for use in locating buttons and the corresponding buttonholes is formed of a perforated strip of fabric, paper, or plastic material with two corresponding series of locating indicia. The tape has a pressure-sensitive adhesive to adhere the strip temporarily to the fabric of a garment, and is perforated between the two sets of locating indicia.In use, two panels of fabric to have attached buttons and to be worked for buttonholes are laid side by side, or in overlapping relationship and the tape is adhered to both panels.The two halves of the tape are separated along the perforations, and the button and buttonhole indicia remain adhered to the panels of fabric, in perfect alignment until the sewing and working is completed.

Abstract: An article and its method of manufacture. The article comprises a base provided with a surface having a surface pattern. The surface pattern has at least one edge or boundary defined by at least one continuous retaining means. At least a portion of the retaining means is a contiguous low energy surface. The article additionally optionally comprises a volume or hardened resin covering only the surface pattern.

Abstract: A visual information carrier comprising a single layer sheet of transparent synthetic polymer having dispersed therein a fluorescent dye. The sheet is not subject to white fracture and has profilings on at least one surface, which are produced by deformation of the sheet and which form visually perceivable, colored information.

Abstract: A method of information transfer for sightless persons, sighted persons and mixed sightless and sighted persons comprises the steps of choosing and conveying a message from a stock of messages, the messages being set forth on a message medium in optically discernible form and in tactilely discernible form, said forms at least partly corresponding. The optical form comprises text and/or pictorial depictions, and the tactile form comprises braille. The method is especially applicable to greeting cards.