Patents by Inventor Claudio Maccaferri

Claudio Maccaferri has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 12162301
    Abstract: The object of this invention is to transfer, fix and polish images produced by: toner laser printers or inkjet printers, flexographic technology, silkscreen technology, offset technology, printed on reel support (A), on the plastic or metal surface of three-dimensional objects (16), thanks to which it is possible to detach images from the reel support (A) and subsequently transfer them to the surface of said plastic or metal objects (16) by a thermomechanical (1, 10) action.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2021
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2024
    Assignee: G.M.C. DI G. MACCAFERRI E CLAUDIO S.N.C.
    Inventors: Claudio Maccaferri, Alberto Maccaferri, Elia Maccaferri
  • Patent number: 11687018
    Abstract: The object of the present invention is to fix the thermoplastic ink in powder state used to print digital images by means of an electrographic laser motor on self-adhesive web media such as self-adhesive paper webs, self-adhesive film webs such as polypropylenes, polyethylenes, polyesters, and vinyls, with different thicknesses and finishes, allowing work to be stopped between one production batch and another and/or stops for self-calibration of the print motor without changing the self-adhesive media, preventing problems due to overheating of the printout. The apparatus according to the present invention makes it possible to enhance the fixed prints with a glossy, matt, or holographed finish, without the need for subsequent treatment and/or the use of chemical materials afterwards, offering greater flexibility and economy at work.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2023
    Assignee: G.M.C. DI G. MACCAFERRI E CLAUDIO S.N.C.
    Inventor: Claudio Maccaferri
  • Publication number: 20230166552
    Abstract: The object of this invention is to transfer, fix and polish images produced by: toner laser printers or inkjet printers, flexographic technology, silkscreen technology, offset technology, printed on reel support (A), on the plastic or metal surface of three-dimensional objects (16), thanks to which it is possible to detach images from the reel support (A) and subsequently transfer them to the surface of said plastic or metal objects (16) by a thermomechanical (1, 10) action.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2021
    Publication date: June 1, 2023
    Inventors: Claudio MACCAFERRI, Alberto MACCAFERRI, Elia MACCAFERRI
  • Publication number: 20060237121
    Abstract: The device for decorating objects, in particular containers, utilizes a nonstick-film, one of the surfaces of the film acting as support for a plurality of images constituted only of dry thermoplastic inks deposited on the film. The nonstick-film is arranged in the device to run between a pressing element and an object to be decorated by the images and a heat air dispenser for directing heated air towards the nonstick film in order to transform the inks of the images into a semi-liquid plastic state and the pressing element and the objects to be decorated are at ambient temperature.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2004
    Publication date: October 26, 2006
    Inventor: Claudio Maccaferri
  • Patent number: 6893526
    Abstract: The present invention falls into the category of devices designed to print decoration onto objects in general and in particular onto containers. A non-stick film (1), onto which is deposited an image (5) produced using solid thermoplastic colours, moves between a pressing element (4) and an object (6). The action of a heat generator (7) causes the colour to change from a powdery state to a semi-liquid plastic state.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2005
    Assignee: G.M.C. S.N.C. di Maccaferri G. & C.
    Inventor: Claudio Maccaferri
  • Publication number: 20030201063
    Abstract: The present invention falls into the category of devices designed to print decoration onto objects in general and in particular onto containers. A non-stick film (1), onto which is deposited an image (5) produced using solid thermoplastic colours, moves between a pressing element (4) and an object (6). The action of a heat generator (7) causes the colour to change from a powdery state to a semi-liquid plastic state.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2003
    Publication date: October 30, 2003
    Inventor: Claudio Maccaferri