Abstract: A marketing indicator assembly is comprised of an integral elongate sheet member of synthetic plastic material having first and second longitudinally spaced ends, a marketing indicator secured to the sheet member and extending therewith from the sheet member second end to a preselected location spaced from the sheet member second end, an end portion of the marketing indicator at the preselected location being not secured to the sheet member and bearing an adhesive layer, and a removable member secured to the adhesive layer and in facing relation to the sheet member.

Abstract: An expanded content label (ECL) having a segmented base label that allows the label to conform to a curved surface. A booklet and covering overlaminate are secured to the spaced-apart segments of the base to interconnect the segments. The gap between the segments enhances the ability of the label to flex and move along a supporting curved surface to conform to the surface without buckling or wrinkling. The label is produced by die cutting a web to form a segmented base label, securing a booklet to the segmented base label, and optionally securing an overlaminate to the booklet. At least one of the booklet and the overlaminate bridge the segments of the base label. In an alternative embodiment, the overlaminate is eliminated and the booklet includes a coversheet that extends across the gap between the base label segments.

Abstract: An identification (ID) plate attachment structure is provided. According to this structure, adhesive agent spreads over not only one face of an attachment portion of an ID plate, but also the opposite face thereof owing to the provision of a plurality of through holes which the attachment portion of formed with. In attaching the ID plate to a mounting boss of a vehicular main component, such as, a transaxle, via a bolt, the pressure exerted by a head of the bolt in the process of tightening the bolt displace the adhesive agent disposed on the one face of the attachment portion to the side on the opposite face thereof via the through holes. Owing to the provision of the adhesive agent, a roughly equal frictional coefficient is obtained between the bolt and the attachment portion and between the attachment portion and the mounting boss and breakage of the ID plate during installation due to bolt tightening is prevented.

Abstract: A process of providing a smooth surface to an image-receiving laminate in an identification card stock, the laminate comprising an oriented polymeric film support having an image-receiving layer located on a first outermost surface thereof, and the second outermost surface of the oriented polymeric film support having a heat- or chemically-activated adhesive thereon, the process comprising applying an embossed surface to the image-receiving layer using a textured plate employed in a laminating process, and then applying a smooth surface to the image-receiving layer using a smooth plate employed in a laminating process.

Abstract: A label assembly for a package sleeve accommodating a storage media disc in a sleeve cavity thereof. The label assembly includes a removable tear strip covering the sleeve cavity such that when the tear strip is detached along perforation lines, the disc can be removed from the sleeve cavity. The tear strip also has a deadened adhesive portion so that no adhesive can contact the disc. In this label assembly, a first face and a second face are positioned on opposite sides of the tear strip. The first face includes mailing identification information regarding the package sleeve and the second face includes disc identification information regarding the storage media disc accommodated within the package sleeve.

Abstract: A method of making an object wherein known sheets having a curable prim receiving coating (epoxy and polyamide particles) on one surface and pressure-sensitive adhesive on the other surface (normally used for attaching the printed and cured sheet to a wall or other surface) are wrapped around the object to be marked and the overlapping ends of the sheet are temporarily secured by an overlap bond between the pressure-sensitive adhesive and the curable coating. Subsequent curing of the coating fixes the indicia printed thereon and cures the bond to fix the sheet in position. Preferably, the pressure-sensitive adhesive (e.g. acrylic polymer will interact with the curable coating on curing.

Abstract: A sleeping bag having multiple sleeping compartments and including a first layer, a second layer, and a third layer. A first zipper is used to removably join the first layer to the second layer, defining a first sleeping compartment. A second zipper is used to removably join the second layer to the third layer, defining a second sleeping compartment. Each of the layers provides differing insulation characteristics such that each of the sleeping compartments have different comfort characteristics. The sleeping bag may be flipped over to provide different comfort characteristics in each of the first and second sleeping compartments. An indicator for indicating the comfort characteristic of each particular sleeping compartment is attached to at least one layer, providing a simple method of determining which sleeping compartment is the preferred choice for a given environmental condition. Alternative types and configurations of indicators are also disclosed.

Abstract: A packaging label includes a first portion with permanent pressure sensitive adhesive on its bottom face and a second portion substantially perpendicular to the first portion and having permanent pressure sensitive adhesive on the bottom face remote from the first portion. The second portion typically includes nutritional information and bar coding since the label is typically used with clam shell plastic packages for fruits or other food items. The first portion of the label is adhesively secured to the lid of a clam shell container and after the container is filled with food items, the lid is closed, the second portion of the label is unfolded from a compact position which facilitates stacking and transportation, and the adhesive on the second portion is secured to the bottom of the container, holding the lid closed. The bar coding is preferably on the top face of the second portion opposite the adhesive so that it can be scanned merely by dragging the bottom of the container over a scanner (e.g.

Abstract: A multipurpose combination label and tag system adapted for use in shipping products stored within a tanker. The system includes a release liner, at least one unperforated tag, and at least one unperforated label. The tag has a front side and a back side. Printed matter may be deposited on the front side of the tag using an ink. An insubstantial adhesive area is disposed on the back side of the tag, bonding the tag temporarily to the release liner. A hole in the tag allows the tag to be affixed to a product tanker. The label also has a front side and a back side. Printed matter may be deposited on the front side of the label using an ink. An adhesive area is disposed on the back side of the label, bonding the label to the release liner and substantially permanently to a sample container upon application of the label to the sample container. The tag is particularly suited for use in a laser printer.

Abstract: An assembly for creating laminated cards for printing by a laser printer has a backing sheet. The backing sheet has a first side with a release coating, and a second side with a printable surface. The assembly also has a card which has been cut from the backing sheet. A lamination sheet adhesively adheres to the first side of the backing sheet and to the cut card. A lamination strip which has been cut from the lamination sheet has a first portion which adheres to and covers one surface of the card. The lamination strip also has an integral second portion which adheres to the backing sheet adjacent to the cut card. The lamination strip maintains the cut card in the same position relative to the backing sheet that the card had prior to being cut. The assembly has a substantially constant thickness and substantially flat upper and lower surfaces so that the assembly can pass through a complex paper path without jamming. A method for creating laminated cards from such an assembly has several steps.

Abstract: A changeable disk label, which is to be stuck on a disk cartridge, comprises a rectangular substrate layer having adhesive material spread on a back side for sticking on the disk cartridge, a transparent film layer provided on a front side of the substrate layer and sealed at edge areas of at least three sides of the substrate layer so as to form a pocket between the transparent film layer and the substrate layer, and an intermediate sealing portion formed between two opposite sealed edge areas of the transparent film layer and the substrate layer. This intermediate portion divides the pocket into a front and a back pocket, so that changeable label cards can be removably inserted in the pockets. The opening of the pocket may have a finger notch. A piece of waxed paper is provided on the back side of the substrate layer to cover the adhesive material before the application of the label on the disk cartridge.

Abstract: A label assembly is provided allowing the aesthetic packaging of vegetables, other food items, or other products, for point of purchase display in a simple, versatile and effective manner. First and second flexible strips of material (e.g. paper or plastic) have a header formed at one end and are overlapped at the other end to be held together by adhesive. An adhesive pattern of discrete spaced adhesive elements is provided on the inner face of at least one of the strips and engages the container or covering of a product being packaged so that the label assembly does not inadvertently detach from the package. The label assembly is particularly suited for use with a microwavable tray having an open top covered by plastic shrink wrap and containing vegetables (there being no adhesive where the label covers the open top), or for encircling a number of low density polypropylene bags (e.g. containing vegetables) which are held together by the label assembly.

Abstract: Validation sticker mounting system and components for such a system. The components include stickers and substrates adapted in a coordinated manner. The substrates have a surface portion having a recessed segment into which the sticker is to be applied. The stickers, which are adapted for presentation of readable information and bonding to the substrate, have one or more security openings through which a post on the surface of the substrate extends.

Abstract: An expanded content label (ECL) having a segmented base label that allows the label to conform to a curved surface. A booklet and covering overlaminate are secured to the spaced-apart segments of the base to interconnect the segments. The gap between the segments enhances the ability of the label to flex and move along a supporting curved surface to conform to the surface without buckling or wrinkling. The label is produced by die cutting a web to form a segmented base label, securing a booklet to the segmented base label, and optionally securing an overlaminate to the booklet. At least one of the booklet and the overlaminate bridge the segments of the base label. In an alternative embodiment, the overlaminate is eliminated and the booklet includes a coversheet that extends across the gap between the base label segments.

Abstract: A label having indicia thereon is attached to the shell of a firefighter's garment by stitching which passes through the label and the shell, with portions of the stitching extending outwardly of the label. A transparent protective layer is adhesively secured to the label and covers the outer surface of the label and the outwardly extending stitching portions. The protective layer is heat and abrasion resistant and is substantially waterproof.

Abstract: An apparatus for positioning around the screen of a cathode ray tube comprising, a strap of a flexible material with a circumference that allows it to be positioned around the upper surface, lower surface and side surfaces of a cathode ray tube. The strap is adjacent the screen end of the cathode ray tube. The strap assumes a generally rectangular configuration when placed around the screen. The strap, when positioned around the cathode ray tube, forms two vertical side extents, a horizontal upper extent and a lower horizontal extent. A pile-type fastener is secured to a central region of the upper extent of the strap. An adjustable structure is in the lower extent of the strap diametrically opposed from the flap. A replaceable decorative ATTACHMENT is attached and supported by the strap and pile-type fastener.

Abstract: A system for allowing a user of a commodity such as wine to easily remember the source, name and year of the commodity is provided which includes a removable label applied to the commodity, the label being removable and capable of being placed on a memorandum of the transaction by which the user acquired the commodity such as a sales slip. The label can be attached to the commodity with re-usable glue or alternatively with VELCRO.TM., or some other appropriate material.

Abstract: An identification card assembly, made from an intermediate, comprises a carrier sheet with at least one ID card mounted on, and having smaller dimensions than, the carrier sheet. The ID card is connected to repositional adhesive, which in turn is connected through a tie coat to paper label stock, in turn connected by permanent adhesive to the paper carrier sheet. The assembly is constructed from an intermediate which includes a roll of release material on which are provided a number of spaced ID cards and associated adhesive. The carrier sheet is fed through a non-impact printer for variably imaging indicia on the top face of the ID card. A carrier sheet can be made into a mailer.

Abstract: A method of making a printed product comprising a photographic print on a substrate, a border printed on the substrate around the print and a transparent film coated on the substrate, overlying and in registry with the print.

Abstract: A label hanger assembly has a label sheet with at least one hang strips cut therein, and in one embodiment, two hang tabs are employed. The hang strip or tabs are both integral with the label sheet and engageable with a hook of an intravenous (I.V.) stand. An adhesive coating is applied to one side of the label sheet in a pattern so that the hang strip or tabs do not have adhesive on any side thereof. The label sheet adheres to the periphery of an I.V. bottle near the bottom end thereof, and the engageable portion of the hang strip or tabs engages with the hook of the I.V. stand, thereby suspending the I.V. bottle upside-down from the stand. Break-away ties hold the hang strip or tabs in place within the label sheet prior to a user pulling the hang strip or tabs out of the label sheet. A backing sheet with a release coating is provided for either one label sheet or a plurality of label sheets to be releasably mounted thereon prior to being adhered to an I.V.

Abstract: Three small stickers, mounted on a backing sheet, carry, respectively, different indicia indicating the location of the gas filler opening and an advertisers logo or trademark. The driver or gas pump attendant can select and remove the appropriate sticker from the strip and adhere the selected sticker to the instrument panel adjacent the fuel level indicator thereby to remind the driver continually of the location of the gas filler opening of that automobile.

Abstract: A label dispensing sheet for incorporation within a book such as a telephone directory, dictionary or the like, includes a facing sheet of heavy paper stock releasably secured to a relatively thin backing sheet or liner by a pressure sensitive adhesive and containing a series of indicia bearing labels or tabs adapted to be applied to the pages of the book to designate the various alphabetical headings, sub-headings, categories or divisions thereof. The facing sheet and liner have overlying, extended edges for binding the label dispensing sheet proper within the book with corresponding portions of these extended edges being die cut and perforated, respectively, to form a lock and release construction holding the sheet securely in place in the book while permitting its ready removal therefrom during tab assembly to the book pages.

Abstract: An identification bracelet includes a shield or cover such as a liner affixed thereto. The bracelet includes an adhesive closure acting between the ends of the bracelet to maintain the bracelet in a desired encircling relationship about an object, and the cover prevents the premature exposure and attachment of the adhesive. In an alternative embodiment, the shield includes a bonding strip to accomplish the relatively permanent affixation of the shield to the bracelet. The shield preferably includes a non-adhesive surface on the portion of the shield that confronts the adhesive prior to engaging the bracelet about the object to be identified.

Abstract: A composite laminated film-to-glass panel for the display by back lighting of graphics and/or advertising and instructional alpha-numerical information relating to game machines, product dispensing apparatus, and wall displays and a method of producing such panel. The film-to-glass panel of the invention is comprised of a primary front sheet of glass and a secondary composite laminated layer consisting of: a mounting sheet of double-faced adhesive-coated polyester film material; an intermediate sheet of positive image photographic film bearing the graphic and/or advertising and instructional information and adhesively affixed on its image side to the rear side of the mounting sheet; and a sheet of single-faced adhesive-coated ultraviolet screening plastic film adhesively affixed to the rear side of the photographic film.

Abstract: Calendar Photo Album having a pad of assembled sheets suitably mounted to turn as leaves and presenting pairs of opposed pages, one of the pages of each pair bearing a calendar page of a different month of the year, and the other page of each pair bearing a picture holding member for displaying photos and the like. This arrangement provides the opportunity to include and interchange multiple snapshots, photographs, or other graphic work at one time. Pictures and the like can be inserted in all of the calendar pages and may easily be interchanged with other photos at any time without disassembly of the Calendar Photo Album. Each picture holding member holds pictures and the like by one of the following attachment methods: 1) Adhesive material for attachment and interchanging of varying-sizes of photos, 2) Diagonal slits for inserting and interchanging varying sizes of photos, 3) A window frame cut-out with plastic sleeves for receiving and interchanging photos.

Abstract: A method of fabricating a solar window film graphic for attachment to a substantially translucent surface such as a glass window includes generating a design with a computer-aided design system and cutting solar window film in accordance with the generated design under the controlled guidance of a computer-aided machining system. Appropriate portions of the solar window film are removed in accordance with the generated design and a transfer tape is attached to the solar window film for securing the solar window film to a carrier film. The carrier film and solar window film combination is secured to a support film for attachment to a translucent surface.

Abstract: A strip baggage tag (1) is formed in endless or roll form for facilitating machine printing. It includes a tag part (6) which is to be fastened to a bag, and a control section (7). The control section (7) comprises a tear-off part (4") which can be detached from the tag part (6) along a transversely extending separation line (8). Both the tag part (6) and the tear-off part (4") have, on their back, an adhesive area (10) which is coated with pressure-sensitive adhesive and extends on both sides of the separation line (8). The adhesive area (10) is covered by a single-piece lower-web section (5) bearing a separation-active coating, for instance of silicone, the width of which section corresponds to that of the upper web (4). The lower-web section (5) has, in the region of the adhesive area associated with the tear-off part (4"), a separation-inactive partial region (11) which permits a firm bonding.

Abstract: A window badge (10) comprises a substrate (11) having an elongate channel (16) for slidably receiving therein an elongate strip having indicia thereon and a see-through panel (17) united with the substrate (11) and bridging the channel (16) such that the opposite ends of the channel (16) are open. The arrangement is such that the strip may be positioned in the channel (16) so that the indicia are visible through the panel (17) and are centrally located behind the panel (17).

Abstract: A removable and reusable publication marker for use in placing an emphasis on significant segments of text, most particularly, specific chapters and verses of the bible. The markers are of nominal thickness and are fabricated from transparent plastic materials of varying colors so as to not impede with the legibility of the bible text. The markers have a light adhesive backing which permits the same to be applied to a page adjacent a desired segment of text and which permits the same to be easily removed from the page and reused if desired. Each color may correspond with a particular area or topic of study. The markers are removably attachable to one or more release sheets. When not in use, the release sheets are retained in an storage pocket which, in turn, is inconspicuously attachable to a the printed publication. The pocket may be provided with a color chart associating the various colored markers with corresponding topics.

Abstract: Three small stickers, mounted on a backing sheet, carry, respectively, different indicia indicating the location of the gas filler opening and an advertisers logo or trademark. The driver or gas pump attendant can select and remove the appropriate sticker from the strip and adhere the selected sticker to the instrument panel adjacent the fuel level indicator thereby to remind the driver continually of the location of the gas filler opening of that automobile.

Abstract: The color code label includes a base member, a thin plate; a color code coated attached to the surface of the base member and on which color bands are arranged and printed in different colors; and a coating layer which covers the surface of the color code with opaque or semitransparent materials and is removable to expose make a desired portion of the color bands exposed, for information classification or identification. Used with any kind of information keeping structure including cords, files, binders, material cases, envelopes, jackets, the label helps users handle documents easy and fast.

Abstract: The invention features a point of sale display for holding a brandsign. A first member (12) thereof has first and second planar portions (12a, 12c), a non-planar portion (12b) arranged between the first and second planar portions (12a, 12c), a terminating edge (12d) on one end of the second planar portion (12c), and an inner contacting surface (12e) extending along the first and second planar portion (12a, 12c) and the non-planar portion (12b). A second member (14) thereof has a first and second planar portion (14a, 14c), a non-planar portion (14b) arranged between the first and second planar portions (14a, 14c), a terminating edge (12d) on one end of the second planar portion (14c), and an inner contacting surface (14e) extending along the first and second planar portions (14a, 14c) and the non-planar portion (14b).

Abstract: This invention relates to a marking strip for identifying airline luggage with a main part and a control section adjacent to it in the longitudinal direction, separated by a parting cut, whereby the control section and an adjacent area of the main part have an adhesive coating on the reverse side which is covered by a silicone-coated backing strip, which is firmly connected to the main part and is interrupted at some distance from the parting cut of the label strip at a parting line. The backing strip is thereby glued in one step directly during joining to the marking strip to a strongly adhesive area formed on the backing strip. There is no need for an additional coating to fasten the backing strip.

Abstract: A label assembly improving the releasability of individual labels from a carrier sheet. The labels are spaced along the length of the carrier sheet in a longitudinal direction. An adhesive temporarily retains the labels on the carrier sheet. A transverse leading edge of each label is adhesive-free. Benefits include a) reduced adhesion of the labels to the carrier sheet during die-cutting of the labels and b) improved releasability of the labels from the carrier sheet during label application.

Abstract: A multi-ply, wet-strength, removable label or coupon for packages intended for retail use, particularly suitable for items where refrigeration and/or condensation is a condition of the product life cycle. The coupon structure includes a base ply formed of moisture resistant, wet-strength paper with printable or coatable upper and under sides. The base ply is adhered to a removable top ply with a combination of bonding agents and release coatings. The top ply may also be moisture resistant. The coupon structure is preferably supplied in a cut-sheet format for convenient use and storage.

Abstract: A versatile paperboard panel can be used to attach identifying (e.g. price) information to a wide variety of articles. A release coating is applied to a first face of the panel, and a label having an adhesive face is disposed over the panel with the adhesive in contact with the release coating. A perforation allows separation of the panel into first and second portions. The first portion contains the label, and the second portion includes an opening capable of receiving an attachment mechanism (such as a hook or string). A number of panels may be provided in a cut or continuous sheet that may be fed through a printer, the sheet having a first layer of paperboard which forms the panels, and a second layer of paper which forms the labels, with adhesive attached to the paper and a release coat to the panel. The labels are die cut from the second layer, and the panels are die cut from the first layer.

Abstract: A multi-layer label for a dry-cell battery, having an outer layer comprised of non-shrinkable plastic material.

Abstract: A continuous form assembly of self-laminating badges, includes a continuous length of transparent lamina, a lamina of pressure sensitive adhesive adhered to a first surface of the transparent lamina, and a continuous length of carrier paper releasably adhered to the lamina of pressure sensitive adhesive which mounts the transparent lamina. A plurality of spaced apart transverse cuts through the thickness and across the width of the transparent lamina forms a plurality of badges each of which includes, a print field for recording written or printed information disposed on a portion of a second surface of the transparent lamina, wherein a remaining portion of the transparent lamina not covered by the print field includes a lamination portion of sufficient proportion to be folded to cover both forward and rearward surfaces of an area of the transparent lamina covered by the print field.

Abstract: A urination station with a pair of foot mats straddling a urinal basin. Each mat accommodates a foot at a height from the floor which discourages the user from stepping partially on a mat and partially on the floor. Each mat has an adhesive layer which fixes it in position on the floor.

Abstract: A device for the identification of objects such as patients, competitors and visitors to trade fairs, animals and baggage. The identification device comprises a strip-like tape made from a tear-resistant material and the attachment of one end of the tape to an arbitrary point on the tape so as to produce a closed strip loop. The tape has at least one field for information identifying the object, and the closed loop may be applied around a projecting part of the object associated with the information in question. The attachment of the aforementioned one end of the tape to an arbitrary point on the tape for producing the strip loop consists of a piece of double-sided adhesive tape applied at the aforementioned one end of the tape. This adhesive tape is covered prior to use by a removable protective film. The adhesive tape is of a type such that, when the joint forming the closed loop is parted at that point, the adhesive tape separates in a laminar fashion so that rejoining is not possible.

Abstract: Thermally stable, solvent resistant labels comprising a face stock made of a high temperature resistant polymeric film having a print-receptive coating on its top surface, a curable, pressure-sensitive elastomeric adhesive containing at least one polymer having an acrylonitrile unit in the polymer chain and at least one phenolic resin applied to the bottom surface of the face stock, and a silicone release medium coated carrier liner releasably bonded to the elastomeric adhesive. When applied to a substrate, the labels adhere to the substrate, have minimum flow characteristics, maintain printed matter legibility and optical scannability after being heated to a temperature of less than about 600.degree. F. and immersion in chemical baths of halogenated organic solvent solutions for periods as long as 10 minutes. Printed matter may be impressed upon the print-receptive coating of the label. Methods of producing and curing thermally stable, solvent resistant labels are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method of making a label-equipped sheet and product wherein the label is die-cut from base stock constituting the sheet and held in place by a pressure-sensitive adhesive-equipped release liner, the web patch constituting the release liner having a pattern of coatings thereon including a first pattern of release material so as to leave an uncoated perimeter and thereafter overcoated with pressure-sensitive adhesive.

Abstract: A high-security identification card produced by thermal printing personalized data on a transparent image receiver sheet and laminating the image-bearing surface of the receiver sheet to an opaque card support optionally bearing background printing. During thermal printing of the personalized data, the receiver sheet is supported by a carrier sheet adhered to one side thereof. The carrier sheet is removed prior to lamination by mildly fusing the personalized data bearing surface of the receiver sheet to the pre-printed background information bearing surface of the identification card and mechanically flexing the sandwiched structure to cause the relatively inflexible carrier sheet to break free, at least in part, from the receiver sheet to enable its removal. After removal of the carrier sheet, the sandwiched structure is laminated by heat and pressure applied thereto to cause it to fuse permanently.

Abstract: A method of making a label-equipped sheet and product in which an elongated release liner has one face thereof equipped with pressure sensitive adhesive and adhered to one surface of a base stock web, the base stock web being diecut in a closed perimeter within the confines of the release liner, the diecutting including a generally linear segment which is adjacent an area of the release liner free of release material to provide a longitudinally-extending liner band adhesively secured to the web.

Abstract: A patterned indicia forming system (10) is provided which includes the combination of a flexible carrier layer (18) and a flexible backing layer (28). A plurality of sets of indicia elements (20) are sandwiched between the carrier layer (18) and the backing layer (28). Each set (20) of indicia elements is formed of individual indicia elements (22) which may be removed from a selective set (20) to form a patterned indicia element (16) which may be mounted on a base surface (14). Through use of the patterned indicia forming system (10), a user may inexpensively and simply provide an aesthetically pleasing and professional looking set of sign indicia (16) mounted on a base surface (14).

Abstract: A multi-layer label to be applied to a blow molded plastic container during the molding process, wherein a removable portion of the label can be easily removed, yet the label provides a smooth and attractive label surface after being molded to the container. Preferably the label includes a removable top sheet composed of a latex impregnated paper releasably adhered to the base sheet at a side opposite the plastic container. The top sheet is adhered to the base sheet by a dry residue adhesive in a manner which allows uniform and simultaneous shrinkage to occur between the base sheet and the top sheet as the molded container cools and shrinks, while also allowing subsequent removal of the top sheet from the base sheet, leaving a nontacky and visually unobstructed base sheet and removed section of the top sheet.

Abstract: An array of separable decals are provided to address the difficult problem of working with very tiny or narrow decals with the fingers of the human hand. The decal array is comprised of a longitudinally extending printed laminar paper strip having an upper exposed surface and an opposite surface coated with pressure sensitive adhesive. A laminar backing sheet coated with a release agent is disposed in contact throughout with the adhesive coated side of the printed strip. Transversely extending indicia, such as identification information, are printed on the exposed surface of the printed strip at longitudinal intervals therealong. The printed strip is transversely scored above each of the transversely extended indicia. Both the printed strip and the backing sheet beneath are transversely scored below each of the transversely extending indicia. The scoring is such that the printed strip separates more readily at the scoring above the transverse indicia than at the scoring below it.

Abstract: An ornament set includes a plurality of ornament units having double-sided adhesive sheets adhered to the back thereof, and a retainer strip adhered to the front sides thereof to hold the ornament units in a predetermined relationship. A method for manufacturing the ornament set providing a plurality of ornament units respectively having front surfaces to be displayed and back surfaces to be attached to a body to be decorated, and providing an arranging tool having recesses formed therein in relative positions corresponding to relative positions in which the ornament units are to be attached to the body to be decorated. The ornament units are positioned in the recesses of the arranging tool, respectively, such that the front surfaces of the ornament units are respectively facing the bottoms of the recesses. A double-sided adhesive tape is adhered to the back surface of each of the ornament units, and a release strip is applied onto respective surfaces of the double-sided adhesive sheets.

Abstract: A method of making thermally imprintable baggage tag stock is disclosed. The steps comprise providing a first continuous web of a dense bond paper having inner and outer surfaces, providing a second continuous web of paper having inner and outer surfaces and having a release coating on its inner surface, providing continuous fibers between the inner surfaces of said first and second webs, continuously depositing an adhesive on the release coating for enveloping the fibers, and continuously joining the webs and fibers to permanently bond the fibers to the inner surface of the first web. Thereafter the webs are continuously separated at the release coating of the second web and a pressure-sensitive adhesive is deposited between the webs, and the webs are continuously rejoined to adhere the pressure-sensitive adhesive to the surface of the first web to which the fibers are bonded.

Abstract: A locking device in the shape of a unitary body formed from a bio-degradable material which includes an element with at least one free end formed integral with said body. The severable element is designed to engage and secure a container lock mechanism when the container is in a closed position, whereby the free end of the element is capable of being mechanically or adhesively secured to said unitary body to form a seal, with said device being designed to fracture upon opening of the container lock mechanism thereby providing visible evidence of the lock mechanism being opened.