Abstract: A method of forming printable media using a laminate sheet construction which includes a film-coated liner sheet and a laminate facestock. A facestock sheet, a film layer and an adhesive layer together form the laminate facestock. The laminate facestock is cut through to the liner sheet to form facestock cut lines defining at least in part perimeters of printable media, such as rectangular business cards. An outer face of the liner sheet is cut through to form liner-sheet cut lines defining a plurality of liner sheet strips on a back side of the laminate facestock. The laminate sheet construction is sheeted into a plurality of sheets, each of the sheets includes a plurality of the printable media and at least one of the liner sheet strips. The sheets are fed through a printer or copier, desired indicia is printed on the media and the printed media then separated from the liner sheet strips of the sheet.

Abstract: A pallet labeler station for applying a printed label to a loaded pallet at a predetermined label position includes a label printer for printing a label to be affixed to the loaded pallet, a rotatable label applicator mechanism for applying the printed label to the loaded pallet at the predetermined label position and a drive mechanism for moving the label applicator mechanism so as to apply the printed label to the loaded pallet at the predetermined label position. The label applicator mechanism is capable of applying printed labels to two sides of a loaded pallet with each label being applied at a predetermined label position defined for each of the two sides of the loaded pallet.

Abstract: The invention concerns an installation for machining (1) a continuous material (2), comprising a device for applying fluids, for example plastic substances and/or fluid adhesives, in the form of a surface coat at least partly on the continuous material (2) directly applied or by transfer. Such installations are particularly used for laminating a continuous material and one or more substrates. The invention is characterized in that the application device (A) mounted in the deflecting and/or pressing roll (4) is an interchangeable modular unit.

Abstract: Slitters cut through a first layer of film immediately prior to lamination of the first layer to a second layer of film to form a strip therebetween. The degree of bonding between the first and second layers is adjusted so that the strip can be removed without harming the rest of the film or destroying any barrier properties. The lamination process can utilize extrusion lamination or adhesive lamination to provide a variety of uses: removable coupons, prize disclosures, stickers, and an adhesive re-close strip.

Abstract: An apparatus for application of strip material to an object comprises a base supporting and mechanically rotating a mandrel projected therefrom, wherein an object is seated onto the mandrel. The object is securely held to the mandrel by a plurality of clamps engaging and impinging the object thereto. At least one applicator assembly is urged forward to apply strip material to the object, each applicator assembly comprising a material spool for dispensing strip material and a back spool for collecting strip material backing separated from the strip material during application. After application of the strip material, an arm and scalpel sever the strip material, and the applicator assembly pivots to apply the remaining end portion of the strip material.

Abstract: Method of manufacturing high strength chemically prestressed concrete molding products with great amount of introduced chemical prestress and smaller loss of the same, a high temperature high pressure underwater curing apparatus concrete molding products excellent in energy efficiency, productivity and safety by re-utilizing curing water, as well as a curing method thereof are provided.

Abstract: A method of forming an overlay (310) to form a rule die (320) comprising the steps of: forming an overlay using a method consisting of the steps of: creating an imaged receiver sheet (140) having an image (210), a first thermal print layer (224), and first support layer (150); laminating an imageless receiver sheet (160) having a second thermal print layer (228) and a second support layer (170) with the imaged receiver sheet, thereby encapsulating the image; removing the first support layer; and removing the second support layer. The overlay has an electrostatic charge to verify or form the rule die.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lamination-assisted method for preparing high quality plaques for the purposes of commemoration, commendation, information, or award, having the appearance and durability of metal plaques. This invention further provides a method which may be utilized for the preparation of acrylic block displays for commemoration, award, information, or commendation using lamination, whereby the impression is conveyed to an observer of an embedded image. In either case the text or graphic image, as imprinted on a carrier, is laminated to the display solid by using an adhesive film. An additional protective layer may then be laminated to the carrier.

Abstract: Tank treads, brake linings, rifles stocks, and other devices requiring the bonding of metal to rubber, epoxy, or plastic, with a layer of metal foam interposed between the metal and the rubber or plastic.

Abstract: An article such as a soft cover portfolio, or desk folder includes a graphic image thereon by transferring an image from a source to a processor which is operable to control a printer to print multiple images on a sheet of polyvinyl chloride or the like. The printed images may be protected by laminating a transparent vinyl sheet over the image sheet and the images are then precut to final size. The individual images are applied directly to the article or to a member used in forming an article by RF sealing the image to the member. The image may be supported on a debossing die or placed on the member wich will form the article, then struck by the debossing die.

Abstract: The invention is a method for encapsulating rubber mats to provide an extremely cost-effective and a more durable, alternative to flooring traditionally composed of multiple layers of rubber. Such proposed flooring can withstand frequent traffic of heavy animals while ensuring a high degree of animal safety and problem-free mobility. Use of such durable flooring via encapsulating rubber mats of the present invention may be suitable to a diverse array of situations requiring a hard wearing material, such as zoos, veterinary hospitals, animal transport trailers, quality stall systems, healthcare, arena footing, supermarkets, gymnasiums and schools, as well as other commercial, institutional and sporting uses.

Abstract: An installation for manufacturing personalized coupons comprises a set of work stations with at least a feed station (110) for supplying blank coupons (C), a personalization station (120) for personalizing blank coupons (C), and a cutting-out station (130) for cutting out personalized coupons (C). A system for transporting coupons (C) between the various work stations (110, 120, 170) comprises at least one chain (1) driven in indexed manner by motor-driven sprocket wheels (2), and a set of clamps (5) mounted at a constant pitch on links of the chain (1) and co-operating with opening/closing means (37) placed in fixed positions, so that each clamp takes hold of an individual blank coupon (C), transports said coupon (C) between the various work stations, and releases the coupon (C) in a station (180) for collecting the finished or semi-finished product.

Abstract: A process and apparatus for making a three-dimensional garment. The process is carried out by loading an insert onto an expandable/retractable process loop fixture. A waist elastic member can be bonded to a waist area of the insert. A garment shell can be applied over the insert and the waist elastic member. A waist area of the garment shell can be attached to the waist elastic member and to the waist area of the insert.

Abstract: There is disclosed an improved method of installing wall-to-wall carpet. The method comprises installing a wall-to-wall carpet on a substrate bounded at least partially by opposed walls or vertical structures by applying to the substrate an intermediate member having a top surface, applying to the top surface of the intermediate member the bottom surface of the carpet, the top surface of the intermediate member and the bottom surface of the carpet being constructed such that the surfaces resist relative movement between the intermediate member and the carpet; and cutting the carpet to conform to a desired shape at least partially bounded on two sides by the opposed walls or vertical structures. An improved carpet is also disclosed.