Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for producing an incrementally laminated web having a series of discrete, individual segments that are preprinted prior to being placed on the web. The system includes a supply of individual segments that are prepared by cutting one or more sheets that have been printed in a number of pre-determined areas. The segments are placed into a supply or hopper which supplies a feeder mechanism that places each segment individually on a rotary positioning cylinder. The cylinder, through use of a segment holding or receiving area then positions each of the segments on a traveling web in a particular arrangement ranging from slightly overlapping to spaced from one another.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the production of a prime label pressure sensitive laminate assembly. More particularly, the specification describes a process in which individual sheets are prepared by printing or imaging areas of the sheet with discrete indicia, preferably by using a high quality imaging device that produces graphical depictions on the surface of the sheet. The sheets are then cut or separated into prime label ribbons or segments, with each segment containing printing, and then the segments or ribbons are placed on a continuously advancing web to produce a web having discrete pre-printed ribbons or segments applied thereto. The laminated web may then be cut into individual sheets to create sheets that have one or more prime label ribbons disposed thereon.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system and method for batch or gang running, substantially simultaneously, two or more discrete orders for printed products. The method includes the printing of a sheet of material with each of the discrete print orders, in predetermined areas, with high quality graphics and then separating the sheet into individual segments, with each of the segments containing one of the orders. The segments are then applied in a sequential fashion to a continuously advancing web of material to create an intermittently laminated intermediate web assembly having a series of discrete, pre-printed segments appearing in a substantial edge-to-edge configuration. The segments can then be sorted from one another to differentiate the orders and then supplied to the end user for use in connection with the specific application.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composite intermediate web assembly that is produced by using a substrate having plastic or synthetic properties and includes the application of a number of individual segments that are placed on the surface of the web in for example, an edge-to-edge configuration. A series of preprinted, discrete sheet segments are individually and sequentially placed and then laminated to the web by the use of a pattern of adhesive. A placer mechanism positions each of the segments on the web in a pre-determined pattern. Each of the segments is preprinted with high quality imaging prior to application of the segments to the web of material. The segments remain free of attachment to one another after application to the web. The resulting intermediate assembly can be further processed such as by die cutting to produce individual promotional or communication items including cards, signs, plates and placards.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the production of a glossy, prime label pressure sensitive laminate assembly having high quality graphical depictions. More particularly, the specification describes a process in which individual segments are prepared by printing or imaging areas of a sheet with discrete indicia, preferably by using a high quality imaging device that produces graphical depictions on the surface of the sheet. The sheets are then cut or separated into prime label ribbons or segments, with each segment containing printing, and then the segments or ribbons are placed on a continuously advancing web to produce a web having discrete pre-printed ribbons or segments applied thereto. A glossy film is then placed over the segments and sealed or laminated to the surface of the segments to produce a glossy prime label assembly. The laminated web may then be cut into individual sheets to create sheets that have one or more prime label ribbons disposed thereon.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of identifiers such as tags and labels, which may be used in advertising, marketing, communications or for designating a source of a particular product or service and relates to a method of manufacturing prime label intermediates in an unique continuous web format. The subject of this application specifically includes pressure sensitive laminates that are produced in a sheet to roll type of format and provided in one or more intermediate configurations to an end user. A series of sheets are pre-printed, then slit or cut to size to create individual ribbons or label segments, with each segment having prime label areas. The prime label segments are then applied to a continuously advancing web so as to create a web having a series of discontinuous label segments disposed thereon.

Abstract: A business form product (10) broadly including a printable sheet (12), a magnetic sheet (14) aligned edge-to-edge with the printable sheet (12) to define a seam (16), and a heat-resistant tape (18) applied over the seam (16) to retain the sheets (12,14) in the edge-to-edge relationship is disclosed. The inventive business form product (10, 106) is formed by joining multiple continuous webs (38, 58) edge-to-edge and marrying the webs (38,58) with a continuous streamer of tape (86) in a press (36). A preferred embodiment of the inventive method of forming the continuous sheet (106) is disclosed wherein at least one rotatable mechanical web guide (72) is used to align the webs (38,58) in the edge-to-edge relationship, thereby enabling precise alignment not available with existing optic-type web guides. A preferred embodiment of the printable business form product (10) is disclosed wherein heat-resistant tape (18) enables the business form product (10) to be printed in high-heat printing applications (e.g.

Abstract: The present invention relates to business communication documents and intermediates which have a faux embossment. The faux embossment is created through the application of a curable coating to a substrate, such as through the application of ultraviolet radiation to the coating, after a pattern has been created in the coating. Curing of the coating creates a semi-permanent to permanent pattern resembling conventional embossments.

Abstract: The present invention is found in the field of business communication documents, more particularly laminates for use with business communication documents such as pressure sensitive laminates. The laminate of the present invention includes a raised image that is created on a face or surface of the laminate through the use of a curable coating. The image on the laminate may be complimentary or substantially identical to a business communication that is provided on the business communication document. The laminate is applied to the business communication document through the use of an adhesive and is ideally used to accentuate a particular communication, such as marketing or advertising communications.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a linerless label that utilizes a starch or starch ester based coating as a release coating. The release coating of the linerless label can be used to provide textural or aesthetic characteristics to the label in various patterns or arrangements as may be selected by the end user or manufacturer of the product.

Abstract: The present invention relates to business forms and other documents that are used in the conveyance of information whether business or personal to an end user or recipient. The substrate of the present invention is coated with a fracturable starch containing material which cooperates with a crush or impression pattern so as to enable the removal of an element, such as a card from the substrate when sufficient fracturing pressure is applied to the substrate or business form.

Abstract: A method and mounting assembly for mounting an electronic communication device having electronic circuitry to a surface is described, wherein the mounting assembly is associated with a back face of the electronic communication device. In a first preferred embodiment, the mounting assembly is a magnetic material associated with the back face of the electronic communication device. The magnetic material is magnetically influenced such that a magnetic field produced by the magnetic material emanates away from the back face of the electronic communication device. In an alternative first preferred embodiment, a synthetic resin laminate shield is intermediately placed between the back surface of the electronic communication device and the magnetic material for further insulating protection from the magnetic field of the magnetic material. In a second preferred embodiment, the back surface of the electronic communication device is provided with a repositionable adhesive.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a laminated business form intermediate that is used in the carriage or portage of a business form through processing equipment such that the business form intermediate can be read or scanned and the transaction completed. The intermediate includes a pressure sensitive laminated assembly that uses a pressure sensitive adhesive and release surface so as to be able to expose at least a portion of the adhesive to enable the business form to be connected to the laminate for processing. The business form intermediate of the present invention can accommodate one or more business form documents as well as documents of varying sizes and configurations.

Abstract: A system and method for creating magnetic remembrance items in an efficient manner is disclosed and includes a substrate having a printable face, a curable base layer and a magnetic core. The substrate may be divided into a number of predetermined areas with each of the areas separated from one another through the use of attenuating lines. The system captures an image, such as a photograph, at a first location and transmits the image to a second location where a digital press is located. A computer collects, manipulates the image and sends print signals to the digital press to render the image in at least one of the predetermined areas to create a removable remembrance element.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a magnetic laminate that may be used in the creation of an advertising, novelty or remembrance item. The laminated construction provides for containment of the coercive rings so as to substantially eliminate the migration of forces between successive sheets in a stack. The sheets may have one or more removable elements that release cleanly from the configuration through the use of a curable, frangible coating that creates a frangible bond and that does not impede the processing or handling of the sheets.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a folder suitable for use with presentations that is capable of being provided with variable pocket configurations that are produced from separate sheet or laminates or combinations thereof that are imprintable, such as through non-impact printing means. The sheets, laminates or combinations are used in creating personalized pockets on demand for use with presentation folders, document containment devices and other items for which personalized and/or an auxiliary pocket may be useful. The laminates that are used in the creation of pockets for the present invention are created from a first sheet having patterns coated thereon, including patterns of adhesive and release which is then attached to a second or base sheet to protect the adhesive coated portions of the substrate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to coatings and compositions suitable for use with imaged or printed products, such as business communication documents, pressure sensitive products, including labels and other materials used in the handling of information, whether intended for a business, personal or informational purposes. More particularly, the present invention is directed to coatings and formulations that can conceal or reduce the odor associated with certain inks, curable coatings, varnishes and the like as well as coatings that can be used in the creation of textural or aesthetic features for such products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a non-impact printable, laminated form construction in which two or more layers are bonded together in-situ through use of a curable compound that creates a frangible bond between the layers which upon application of sufficient peeling pressure the form components or portions will separate from the composite form assembly. The in-situ bond formation occurs by passing select treatment energy through one or more layers of the laminate in order to cure the coating and thus secure the sheets or webs together. The present invention finds uses in a number of fields where it is generally desirable to create a tag, plate or other indicia containing device that is free of adhesive.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a business form assembly containing a laser compatible magnetic layer. The business form assembly can be used for a variety of different industries such as business, marketing, advertising, retail, wholesale, personal, and the like. Through the use of a magnetic slurry, a magnetic portion can be created on the business form assembly enabling the assembly to be processed through a non-impact printer as well as to be attached to appliances and other metal surface to provide a convenient medium for conveying business or personalized messages. The present invention also provides for the creation of a plurality of separable magnetic elements that may match or cooperate with one or more separable printed portions on the substrate to create an individualized or specialized communication piece.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a discontinuous business form construction created from differential substrates that has been provided with one or more removable elements such as cards, labels, tags and differential substrates. The form construction is desirably a composite form having at least first and second discrete portions one of which carries one or more removable elements and the other of which provides an information carrying portion. The form construction of the present invention is produced in such a manner so that when a series of the forms are placed into a stack, such as in a tray that supplies forms to a printing station or a laser printer, there is no significant pad lean or distorted stack arrangement. That is, the stack of forms retains a relatively square, rectangular or cube shaped as opposed to one having a sloped configuration, a high end and a low end, due to differential thicknesses between the two portions of the construction.