Abstract: Method and apparatus for the metallization of support members, such as paper sheeting and other cellulosic products. A metallic film is transferred to the paper support from a cellulosic carrier and adhered to the paper by a thermoplastic material. The cellulosic carrier, with a releasably adhered film of metal, is brought into contact with a paper support and an intervening thermoplastic adhesive. Pressure and/or heat is applied to the composite which is subsequently cooled and the carrier stripped away to leave the desired metallic layer on the receiving surface of the paper support.This transfer procedure overcomes the objections associated with plastic carriers and is particularly suitable for metallizing support members, like paper, which are otherwise difficult to metallize.

Abstract: Cover folders for permanently binding a stack of paper sheets without the use of fasteners. The cover folder has a binder spline which contains a quick drying adhesive which is protected by a removable protective film. The film is removed just prior to use to expose the adhesive. The cover folder allows for quick permanent binding of the stack of paper sheets which are pressed into contact with the adhesive. In alternative embodiments the adhesive may be applied directly to the binder spline from a dispenser and the stack of sheets then inserted in the spline.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for protecting an object against adverse electric effects which comprises:applying a continuous multiplicity of layers of a light weight protective continuous wrapper which is metallized on opposite sides and wider than the object, thereby to control the extent of the anti-electric protection.

Abstract: Electrostatic transfer imaging in which a latent electrostatic image is formed on a dielectric image roller, toned, and transferred to an image receptor medium. The dielectric roller contacts a transfer roller, and receptor sheets are fed between the two to receive toner images. Image transfer is effected with simultaneous fusing using high pressure between the rollers, which are skewed for enhanced efficiency of toner transfer. The rollers are skewed, preferably at an angle in the range 0.5 degree to 1.5 degree. Receptor sheets adhere to the surface of the transfer roller in preference to that of the image roller, thereby creating a relative motion between the dielectric surface and receptor sheet. This surface motion differential considerably improves the efficiency of toner transfer from the image roller to the receptor sheet, thereby reducing residual toner on the image roller.

Abstract: Containers of one piece construction for labels, stick on items and the like. The containers are provided with an integrally molded cover which is easily opened to provide ready access to the contents. The cover is easily closed and automatically relocks to protect unused contents. The containers have an integrally molded planar extension for hanging on a display. The cover locking system readily releases when the cover is opened and easily reengages when the cover is closed.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for dispensing of attachments comprising a pair of side members linked by a connector. A roll of fastener stock is fed to a reciprocatively driven slide head assembly at which the roll is advanced over an elastomeric feed belt to a pair of needles secured to a shuttle. Once inserted in the needles, an individual attachment is severed from the stock, and displaced over a preset distance by the shuttle into the path of a pair of ejector rods. The ejector rods force the side members of the attachment out of the needles for insertion in a fabric or other workpiece at the bottom of the head stroke. On return stroke of the head, the needles are withdrawn, ejector rods retreat, and the shuttle returns to its severing position in a manner to avoid mechanical interference. This design uses an electric motor driven fastener dispensing head, actuator slide and associated linkages for actuating the various mechanisms either on an on-demand or continuous basis.

Abstract: A medium formed by a mixture of polymeric binder with conductive and semiconductive particles that can be coated or printed on a substrate to convert electromagnetic radiation to heat without arcing and produce increase heating of foods. Conversion efficiency can be controlled by the choice, thickness, pattern and amount of materials used in the medium. The medium can be used repeatedly without burn out. The conductive particles are typically aluminum, copper, zinc and nickel and the semiconductive particles are typically carbon, titanium carbide and zinc oxide.

Abstract: A heat transfer pad molded over elongated projections, such as bolts, to conduct heat to the pad interior, and securely maintain the pad on a support. A heater assembly slideably retains the pad and support, and includes replaceable heating elements, which are insulated from a mounting assembly.

Abstract: A medium formed by a resin binder with conductive and semiconductive particles that can be coated on a substrate to convert electromagnetic radiation to heat. Conversion efficiency can be controlled by the choice and amount of materials used in the medium, which can be used repeatedly without burn out.

Abstract: Electrosensitive recording using a composite structure formed by a base support, a resinous contrast layer containing silicon dioxide and a lubricating agent, and a vapor deposited metallic surface. The electrosensitive substrate provides improved print quality for information recorded by electrically actuated stylii, with reduced debris accumulation.

Abstract: A compensated web transport for decorators, in which the motion of the web is matched with that of a container being decorated. Controlled motion of the web is used to reduce distortion in the transfer of labels to irregularly shaped containers.

Abstract: Two methods for mounting index tabs to coiled wire bound stenographic notebooks are disclosed. The first method involves providing one or more elongated transparent plastic envelopes having a plurality of aligned apertures adjacent a lower envelope edge, the apertures surrounding turns of the coled wire, the envelopes also having two open side portions and an upper closed envelope edge portion, and inserting index tabs through the open side portions until the tabs are contained within the envelopes. A "snap-on" version, marketed apart from the notebook, is disclosed in addition to tabs which are affixed to the coiled wire during manufacture.

Abstract: Application of heat transfer labels to articles. A roller having a smooth elastomeric coating turns against a moving web. The web carries heated labels which are transferred to the roller. The roller, with a transferred label thereon, turns against a moving article, and transfers the label to same. The elastomeric coating conforms to the article surface.

Abstract: An adjustable folder is disclosed with an overlap to accomodate variable contents. As the quantity of filed paper exceeds the current size of the folder, the overlap is moved to provide additional capacity.

Abstract: A dry wipe marking board which is wall mountable and convertible to display a picture or painting while concealing the writing panel. The convertible dry wipe board is composed of a wall mountable support panel to which is secured a foldable dry wipe writing panel. When not in use the board may be folded along a hinge line to completely conceal the writing panel and display in its place a picture or painting which has been secured to the backside of the support structure. The conversion can be accomplished without removing the dry wipe board from its hanging position on a wall surface and without removing any component from the hanging structure. The dry wipe writing panel itself is preferably composed of a white pigmented polypropylene panel which is used for marking or writing thereon with conventional dry wipe marking instruments.

Abstract: A dispenser for correction tape, reinforcement tabs and the like which is singularly capable of housing and dispensing one at a time of a permanent correction tape or permanent reinforcement tabs each of which includes a releasable backing sheet. The dispenser is also capable of housing and dispensing a readhering correction tape which does not require a separate backing sheet. The dispenser is of integral plastic construction molded as a single unit preferably by injection molding. The dispenser is adapted for easy loading and dispensing of the permanent correction tape, the permanent reinforcement tabs, or the readhering type correction tape. The dispenser is composed of a case which has a backface, two opposite facing side walls, a bottom panel, and an open front area. A cylindrical spindle is connected to the backface and protrudes into the case. The spindle holds the tape. The dispenser is provided with a first and a second cutting member and two threading members disposed therebetween.

Abstract: An imaging member employed in the high temperature transfer of toner onto paper. The imaging member operates at temperatures above the melting temperature of the toner by sealing the porous structure of the imaging member with a material having suitable dielectric, thermal and fluid release properties.

Abstract: An ion generation system employed in forming electrostatic images on a dielectric surface in which compensation is made for variations in the electrostatic images. The desired compensation is accomplished by spacial or electrical adjustments of electrode apertures, or by adjusting their relation to the dielectric cylinder, so that more uniform electrostatic images are produced.

Abstract: An electrosensitive substrate from which a metallized surface layer is selectively removed using electrosensitive printing to expose a patterned underlayer. The patterned underlayer may be randomly exposed, or exposed in prescribed portions. Tags, labels or the like of this description may be electrically imprinted with unique identification codes, such as serially printed alphanumeric characters. Such tags and labels resist duplication by conventional printing techniques. The patterned underlayer may be imprinted using inks of a variety of surface textures, resulting in an embossed effect in the metallized surface. Alternatively, a lacquer layer may be provided between the patterned layer and the metallized surface to achieve a uniform appearance of the metallized surface.

Abstract: An electrosensitive substrate from which a metallized surface layer is selectively removed using electrosensitive printing to expose a patterned underlayer. The patterned underlayer may be randomly exposed, or exposed in prescribed portions. Tags, labels or the like of this description may be electrically imprinted with unique identification codes, such as serially printed alphanumeric characters. Such tags and labels resist duplication by conventional printing techniques. The patterned underlayer may be imprinted using inks of a variety of surface textures, resulting in an embossed effect in the metallized surface. Alternatively, a lacquer layer may be provided between the patterned layer and the metallized surface to achieve a uniform appearance of the metallized surface.