Abstract: An adjustable and repositionable RFID inlay is described herein. The RFID inlay comprises: a) a substrate having a first side and a second side; b) an antenna at least partially disposed on the first side of the substrate, and c) an RFID chip at least partially disposed on the first side of the substrate; wherein a first adhesive is at least partially disposed on the RFID inlay; and wherein a second adhesive is at least partially disposed on the RFID inlay. The second adhesive is an activatable adhesive. Also described herein is a method of positioning an RFID inlay with a first adhesive and a second adhesive where the second adhesive is an activatable adhesive. The method may further comprise repositioning the RFID inlay prior to activating the second adhesive to at least partially affix the RFID inlay to the object.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a printer system may include a location sensor, a motor and driver assembly configured for adjusting a print position of a subsequent image on a substrate having a first side and a second side and at least one wireless communication device, and an optical sensor. Adjustment of the print position may be based on detection of the wireless communication device using the location sensor and a subsequent determination of whether the corresponding printed image is properly aligned with the wireless communication device using the optical sensor.

Abstract: A label and related method of manufacture that includes a fabric made of yarn, in either cut individual singles or continuous ribbon format in any length. The yarn includes a fiber that has been recycled, that is recyclable, that is organic, that is biodegradable, and/or that can be derived from a material that is known to be environmentally friendly. The yarn, in one embodiment, may include a fiber defined as “high filament count” material, above the current industry standard of 24 filaments, being in the range of 72 to 96 to 144 filaments or higher per individual yarn, in any denier range of 30 denier to 150 denier thickness, in natural raw white, optical dyed white, or dyed colors. These yarns can be independent of each other.

Abstract: A method, system, and apparatus for inserting a woven label with integrated radio frequency identification (RFID) capabilities into a garment seam is shown and described. In exemplary embodiments, a woven RFID label is inserted into a garment seam during stitching. For example, the woven RFID label is automatically inserted using an overlock machine adapted to include a guide system. The guide system is configured to insert and encode the RFID tag incorporated in the woven label device during a stitching process.

Abstract: An adjustable and repositionable RFID inlay is described herein. The RFID inlay comprises: a) a substrate having a first side and a second side; b) an antenna at least partially disposed on the first side of the substrate, and c) an RFID chip at least partially disposed on the first side of the substrate; wherein a first adhesive is at least partially disposed on the RFID inlay; and wherein a second adhesive is at least partially disposed on the RFID inlay. The second adhesive is an activatable adhesive. Also described herein is a method of positioning an RFID inlay with a first adhesive and a second adhesive where the second adhesive is an activatable adhesive. The method may further comprise repositioning the RFID inlay prior to activating the second adhesive to at least partially affix the RFID inlay to the object.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods for producing a fiber from a waste material comprising: (i) fraying a waste material to form a fiber base; (ii) carding the fiber base to form a recovered fiber; and (iii) spinning the recovered fiber. The waste material may comprise manufacturing scraps, damaged materials, selvedges, or combinations thereof. In some embodiments, the method may further comprise reducing the size of the waste material prior to fraying and/or blending the fiber base. Also described herein is a fiber produced from waste material using the disclosed methods.

Abstract: A label and related method of manufacture that includes a fabric made of yarn, in either cut individual singles or continuous ribbon format in any length. The yarn includes a fiber that has been recycled, that is recyclable, that is organic, that is biodegradable, and/or that can be derived from a material that is known to be environmentally friendly. The yarn, in one embodiment, may include a fiber defined as “high filament count” material, above the current industry standard of 24 filaments, being in the range of 72 to 96 to 144 filaments or higher per individual yarn, in any denier range of 30 denier to 150 denier thickness, in natural raw white, optical dyed white, or dyed colors. These yarns can be independent of each other.

Abstract: A label and related method of manufacture that includes a fabric made of yarn, in either cut individual singles or continuous ribbon format in any length. The yarn includes a fiber that has been recycled, that is recyclable, that is organic, that is biodegradable, and/or that can be derived from a material that is known to be environmentally friendly. The yarn, in one embodiment, may include a fiber defined as “high filament count” material, above the current industry standard of 24 filaments, being in the range of 72 to 96 to 144 filaments or higher per individual yarn, in any denier range of 30 denier to 150 denier thickness, in natural raw white, optical dyed white, or dyed colors. These yarns can be independent of each other.

Abstract: A method, system, and apparatus for a sew free seamless interior woven label application may be shown and described. Weaving fusible thermo-adhesive heat seal yarns may be applied to the fold backs of any woven label through an automated process. The woven labels with the fusible thermo-adhesive heat seal yarns may be affixed to the desired garments through an automated process by applying heat to the woven labels, thereby activating the fusible thermo-adhesive heat seal yarns, causing the woven label to become affixed to the desired garment. Such a method, system and apparatus can make the garment manufacturing process and woven label application process more efficient, eliminate waste, enhance visual appeal of the final garment product, and reduce manufacturing costs, among other advantages.

Abstract: A method, system, and apparatus for a label with integrated radio frequency identification (RFID) capabilities is shown and described. In exemplary embodiments, a woven or non-woven base may be utilized for an RFID inlay to be printed thereon. A pressure sensitive or thermo-adhesive layer may then be applied to the woven or non-woven base. These RFID printed woven or non-woven bases can then be die cut on rolls and applied to the back of woven labels.

Abstract: A light-emitting trimming, particularly a light-emitting trimming for an article of clothing, which may be configured to provide light or to provide messages on a display screen. Such a trimming may be integrated into a high-visibility safety vest or other article of clothing in order to provide additional visibility to the article, enhancing its effects for the wearer and promoting safety. Such a trimming may also be integrated into any article in order to provide displayed messages, which can be controlled by a controller such as a smartphone and may be as simple or complex as desired. The trimming may be applied in the form of a tape, label, insert, or other article, and may be applied to an article of clothing in such a manner that the complete construction is washable.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a garment care label having a low tensile strength and a soft hand feel. In one embodiment, the label may be inexpensive and may be easily torn in order to ensure that customers can easily and deliberately remove the label, or parts of the label, should the label or any part thereof be irritating or unnecessary. In some exemplary embodiments, the label may be formed from a woven or non-woven base material, such as viscose, natural fibers, or a blend, and may be coated with polyurethane in a dip coagulation coat process. The label may then be printed on using any of a variety of methods, such as thermal transfer printing, inkjet printing, or flexographic printing.

Abstract: A label and related method of manufacture that includes a fabric made of yarn, in either cut individual singles or continuous ribbon format in any length. The yarn includes a fiber that has been recycled, that is recyclable, that is organic, that is biodegradable, and/or that can be derived from a material that is known to be environmentally friendly. The yarn, in one embodiment, may include a fiber defined as “high filament count” material, above the current industry standard of 24 filaments, being in the range of 72 to 96 to 144 filaments or higher per individual yarn, in any denier range of 30 denier to 150 denier thickness, in natural raw white, optical dyed white, or dyed colors. These yarns can be independent of each other.

Abstract: A composite yarn derived from material that is known to be environmentally friendly, and which is then coated with polyurethane is disclosed. Specifically, the composite yarn is derived from ocean waste and then wrapped or twisted with cotton or other materials. The ocean waste comprises recycled PET fibers that are blended with almost any fiber type, but most commonly with cotton, nylon, polyester, hemp, or wool. The composite yarn is then coated with polyurethane to produce a more sustainable coated material. The polyurethane-coated yarn is then used as a base material for care labels, and the total construction is thermal transfer printable, and can be printed with standard inks.

Abstract: A frame web assembly for securing a label to an apparel item is provided. The assembly includes a substrate, a label, and a frame web. The frame web includes a carrier web having first and second faces, the first face having an adhesive, and at least one frame element with the first side having an adhesive and the second side in contact with the first face of the carrier web. The present invention also includes a method for branding the apparel item which includes applying a frame element over the woven label and then adhering the woven label and frame element to an apparel item.

Abstract: A customizable, multi-unit elongated element. A changeable tongue for shoes, to allow for customization at the users discretion. The hook and loop elongated element may consist of two features, a woven Jacquard fabric customizable portion which may be manipulated with different colors, textures, logo/designs, etc. and a base portion that is attached directly to the original elongated element of a given shoe. The hook and loop elongated element is a solution for the desired customization of shoes.

Abstract: A web of material die cut into a general outline of a shoe upper or sock structure is disclosed. The web of material is either a multi-layer, three dimensional weave fabric material, or a single layer fabric material with a relatively smooth appearance. The fabric is then wrapped around a heat resistant mold and heat or steam is applied to shrink the fabric around the mold to form a flexible, form fitting, unitary piece. The shoe upper or sock structure is perfectly shaped to the mold and can also be made to custom fit other mold shapes as well.

Abstract: A woven label that is woven within a collared shirt or other apparel item, such that it is an integral part of the collared shirt is disclosed. Specifically, the woven label is woven directly into the back neck panel of the collared shirt. Thus, weaving the woven label into the back neck panel of the collared shirt eliminates the utilization of one or more separate labels. The woven label would then be an integral part of the collared shirt, and not able to be easily removed by a user.

Abstract: A three dimensional weave fabric material is disclosed for use in producing garments and other items. The three dimensional weave fabric material comprises two layers of material, a face layer and back layer. The face layer and the back layer are then woven together via floating threads to create predetermined patterns or areas where the two layers are not woven together. These areas which are not woven together create tubes. Specifically, the weaving is controlled by a computer program that will weave or not weave the two layers together. Once the weaving is complete, the three dimensional weave fabric material is heat treated. The heat treating process shrinks the floating threads, causing manipulation of the tube. Specifically, the tube puffs or stands up more than if there was no heat treatment. Additionally, the tubes can be filled with fibers or other suitable materials to make the puffed areas more firm.

Abstract: A frame web assembly for securing a label to an apparel item is provided. The assembly includes a substrate, a label, and a frame web. The frame web includes a carrier web having first and second faces, the first face having an adhesive, and at least one frame element with the first side having an adhesive and the second side in contact with the first face of the carrier web. The present invention also includes a method for branding the apparel item which includes applying a frame element over the woven label and then adhering the woven label and frame element to an apparel item.