Abstract: A race bib and a method of assembling the same. The bib includes a first and second layers with a programmable tag embedded between them. Indicia are provided on a first surface or a second surface of the first layer. A backer is positionable between the tag and the first or second layers. During assembly, a competitor number is printed on the first layer with an ink printer, a tag number correlating to or corresponding to the competitor number is encoded into the tag with a RFID tag printer. The printing and encoding can be accomplished by a combined printer. Alternatively, an optical scanner reads the printed competitor number and transmits the same to the tag printer. The second layer overlays the first layer and is thermally welded or adhesively secured to the first layer.

Abstract: A race bib and a method of assembling the same. The bib includes a first and second layers with a programmable tag embedded between them. Indicia are provided on a first surface or a second surface of the first layer. A backer is positionable between the tag and the first or second layers. During assembly, a competitor number is printed on the first layer with a digital printer, a tag number correlating to or corresponding to the competitor number is encoded into the tag with a RFID reader. The printing and encoding can be accomplished by a combined printer. Alternatively, an optical scanner reads the printed competitor number and transmits the same to the reader. The second layer overlays the first layer and is thermally welded or adhesively secured to the first layer.

Abstract: A race management system which includes an RFID tag located between an inner and outer layer and is removably secured to a participant's bib through a mounting film. The inner layer is secured to a second inner layer having at least one fold line and an adhesive portion outward of the at least one fold line. The RFID tag is secured around a portion of the participant's shoe and is activated by at least one antenna to transmit identification data encoded on the tag. The encoded data corresponds to indicia printed on the bib and allows automatic collection of running times.

Abstract: A race management system which includes an RFID tag located between an inner and outer layer and is removably secured to a participant's bib through a mounting film. The inner layer is secured to a second inner layer having at least one fold line and an adhesive portion outward of the at least one fold line. The RFID tag is secured around a portion of the participant's shoe and is activated by at least one antenna to transmit identification data encoded on the tag. The encoded data corresponds to indicia printed on the bib and allows automatic collection of running times.

Abstract: A race management system which includes an RFID tag located between an inner and outer layer and is removably secured to a participant's bib through a mounting film. The inner layer is secured to a second inner layer having at least one fold line and an adhesive portion outward of the at least one fold line. The RFID tag is secured around a portion of the participant's shoe and is activated by at least one antenna to transmit identification data encoded on the tag. The encoded data corresponds to indicia printed on the bib and allows automatic collection of running times.

Abstract: A race management system which includes an RFID tag located between an inner and outer layer and is removably secured to a participant's bib through a mounting film. The inner layer is secured to a second inner layer having at least one fold line and an adhesive portion outward of the at least one fold line. The RFID tag is secured around a portion of the participant's shoe and is activated by at least one antenna to transmit identification data encoded on the tag. The encoded data corresponds to indicia printed on the bib and allows automatic collection of running times.

Abstract: A race management system which includes an RFID tag located between an inner and outer layer and is removably secured to a participant's bib through a mounting film. The inner layer is secured to a second inner layer having at least one fold line and an adhesive portion outward of the at least one fold line. The RFID tag is secured around a portion of the participant's shoe and is activated by at least one antenna to transmit identification data encoded on the tag. The encoded data corresponds to indicia printed on the bib and allows automatic collection of running times.

Abstract: A method of making an improved laminated member such as a membership card, label, coupon or other die-cut member having indicia printed on one or both sides which is bonded to a base sheet for shipment or display and which when removed from the base sheet leaves no exposed adhesive on either the base sheet or indicia-bearing member. A pair of transparent plastic sheets are releasably joined together by thermal pressure and are attached to a carrier sheet by a pressure-sensitive adhesive. Indicia are printed in mirror image on an exposed side of one of the plastic sheets and the card or label is bonded by an adhesive to this mirror image printed side. Additional indicia are printed on the other side of the card or label. This laminated member then can be die cut forming a plurality of individual labels or cards on the carrier sheet.

Abstract: A method of making an improved laminated member such as a membership card, label, coupon or other die-cut member having indicia printed on one or both sides which is bonded to a base sheet for shipment of display and which when removed from the base sheet leaves no exposed adhesive on either the base sheet or indicia-bearing member. A pair of transparent plastic sheets are releasably joined together by thermal pressure and are attached to a carrier sheet by a pressure-sensitive adhesive. Indicia are printed in mirror image on an exposed side of one of the plastic sheets and the card or label is bonded by an adhesive to this mirror image printed side. Additional indicia are printed on the other side of the card or label. This laminated member then can be die cut forming a plurality of individual labels or cards on the carrier sheet.