Abstract: A layered assembly is provided including a base layer and a top layer. A pouch area is located between the base layer and the top layer and is created by affixing the base layer to the top layer. An opening is provided within a perimeter of the base layer to provide access to the pouch area through the base layer. An item can be loaded into the pouch area. Once the layered assembly is affixed to a substrate, the opening of the base layer is sealed off from access. A peel-away portion is located within a perimeter of the top layer such that removal of a portion of the top layer along the peel-away portion provides access to the pouch area through the top layer. Removal of the peel-away portion reveals the item that is secured within the layered assembly.

Abstract: A service plan product providing a tangible representation of a service plan includes a support backer and a tag removably coupled with the backer. The tag includes service plan account identification means corresponding to a service plan account stored in a database and plan administrator contact indicia. The tag is configured to be removed from the backer and applied to a primary product for which the service plan is provided, and wherein only the service plan account identification means is required for the service plan administrator to access the database to identify details regarding the service plan account. Related systems and methods are also disclosed and provide additional advantages.

Abstract: This disclosure is directed towards a method and apparatus provided for improved sterile labeling on medications, solutions and medical supplies. The apparatus includes a sterile label, including associated corresponding medical product information. The sterile label is contained inside a sterile cavity housing which is formed from a first and second sheet of flexible plastic or other material. The flexible plastic material is bound together along its peripheral edges by an adhesive or heat sealing process. In this form, the flexible plastic or other material creates a package which may be peeled apart, enabling the label to be delivered or flipped to a sterile field while maintaining sterility. The label may contain on it many types of information corresponding to a medication. Furthermore, information can be added by a user. The disclosure makes the medication labeling system more accurate, safe and legible.

Abstract: A filmic label including a face material having a front side, a reverse side and an adhesive layer including pressure sensitive adhesive on the reverse side of the face material. The face material includes at least one surface layer on at least one side of at least one central layer. The at least one central layer includes cavities that have been initiated at initiation sites by stretching the face material in a longitudinal direction and in a cross direction. The cavities have been expanded in a thickness direction of the face material by allowing a gaseous substance to have an effect on the at least one central layer. Also a method for forming a plastic film for a filmic label.

Abstract: A label including a lamination, a method of using such label and a method of making such label. The label may include a liner, a face stock having a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface, disposed over a portion of the liner. In addition, the label may include a laminating material having a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface and a first edge and a second edge, wherein the laminating material is disposed over a portion of the liner and the second surface is proximate to said liner. Furthermore, the label may include at least two creases in the liner upon which the liner may be folded to locate the second surface of the laminating material over the first surface of the face stock.

Abstract: A beverage identifier is in the form of a ring or a flat strip attachable at each end to form a ring, and the ring fits around a beverage container. The beverage identifier includes a writing surface for temporarily affixing the name of the individual to whom the beverage container belongs. The writing surface is protected from beverage spillage by a surrounding wall. The beverage identifier further comprises an identifying character for users who do not read. A character name plate is adjacent the identifying character to assist a user in learning to read the name of the identifying character. A charm may be added to the beverage identifier for additional identification. The beverage identifier may include a system for counting the number of drinks completed with the associated beverage container.

Abstract: A visibly-coded medication label and an associated method, apparatus and computer program product for providing a visibly-coded medication label are provided. A label having an attachment portion and an informational portion may be provided. The informational portion includes a plurality of regions having different visible indicia, such as different colors. Information may be imprinted upon the informational portion that is related to the medication with which the label is to be associated. At least one region that has visible indicia representative of the associated medication may be identified. At least one of the regions other than the region that has been identified to have visible indicia representative of the associated medication may then be overprinted and at least partially obscured. However, the region that has been identified to have visible indicia representative of the associated medication remains visible following the overprinting.

Abstract: Disclosed are systems and kits for temporarily marking a plurality of separate objects.

Abstract: A label form which includes a backing member having a label member removably attached to the backing member and a transparent laminate removably attached to the backing member. The backing member can include a split-line crack for allowing the label member and the transparent laminate to be aligned and attached to a stock member. The transparent laminate can be located on the backing member so as not to cover the label member, wherein the label member includes an exposed surface for printing on the label member.

Abstract: A device (1) for labelling an item (5), the device (1) including a first portion (15), and second portion (10, the second portion (10) being attached to the first portion (15), where the first portion (15) and the second portion (10) are moveable to a folded position, such that at least a portion of the item (5) is enclosed between the first portion (15) and the second portion (10), in the folded position.

Abstract: An appliance control panel is described. The control panel includes a front metal panel, a rearwardly positioned polymeric decorated film and an adhesive layer disposed between the panel and the decorated film. The film overlies an electronic control module which typically includes various displays and press-type switches. Various markings and indicia on the decorated film are visible through openings in the panel and the adhesive layer.

Abstract: A price-and-information tag includes front and rear surfaces both having product and price information. The tag includes a pre-fold line and a perforated line dividing the sheet into spaced-apart first and second sections. When bi-folded, the first section fits into an upwardly-open pocket of an extruded tag holder, with the second section in front of the tag holder and hiding the first section. Further, the second section can be torn off along the perforated line to reveal the information on the first section with minimal labor. A picture on the tag allows a non-reading installer to place the tag. Methods related to same are also shown, including double folding the elongated sheet and then using the first section to engage a tag holder with only the information on the second section being visible, the second section being later torn off to reveal the information on the first section.

Abstract: A method of printing price information tags and signs includes providing a digital press, a data management system with computer hardware connected for internet access, a database of stored/archived information, and a supply of sheets having a suitable stiffness and surface quality for use as price information tags and signs. Updated information is received electronically via the internet, and combined with selected elements from the stored/archived information to generate customized tag data, which is communicated through a data flow balancer to the digital press(es) to print customized price information tags. The tags are cut to size and include attachment barbs. The customized tag data is arranged to print tags in a series corresponding to product arrangement on particular store shelves. The customized price information tags can be printed and shipped on a just-in-time basis and in a predetermined sequence within at least 24 hours of receiving the real-time digital information.

Abstract: An identification band for folded linens. The identification band includes a strip of material removably disposable around the folded linen and having identifying indicia displayed on the strip of material which identifies an intended use of the folded linen.

Abstract: A product and method for displaying athletic data and certain information on skin is described. Said information being, but not limited to, an athlete's pacing goals for an athletic event, a course map, or other event information helpful to an athlete while competing in an athletic event. Said information preferably being displayed in the form of a temporary tattoo that can be applied to an athlete's skin so that the information is readily available and convenient to use during the event.

Abstract: A label assembly that includes a face sheet with at least one label shape defined by one or more tearable lines of separation, a back sheet adjacent to the face sheet, and an adhesive material disposed between the face sheet and the back sheet. The back sheet has a removable panel disposed over the label shape adhesive material and a registration structure aligned with the label shape. The registration structure is raised or raisable above the back sheet to allow an object for labeling to be positioned against the registration structure for proper alignment with the label.

Abstract: A label sheet (1) having a release liner (16) and a column of labels (12) releasably adhered thereto is modified to allow easy removal of the labels. The liner has a weakened separation line (30) formed by cuts and ties running underneath a column of labels near the edge of the labels, and notches (18) at the top and bottom of the sheet aligned with the cuts and ties. A matrix (14) surrounding the labels, if present, also has cuts and ties, with the cuts and ties in the matrix parallel to and slightly offset from the cuts and ties in the liner. The separation lines are strong enough that the label sheet can be fed through a printer, yet weak enough that a user can tear off the liner and matrix along the separation lines, thus leaving a minor edge of a column of labels exposed for easy removal from the label sheet.

Abstract: Needle mail-back systems and kits are disclosed. Methods of making and using needle mail-back kits are also disclosed. Methods of doing business involving needle mail-back systems and kits are also disclosed.

Abstract: Hanging laminar label having a main portion of essentially rectangular sheet of a width H and with a longitudinal central appendage, which is essentially rectangular and of a narrower width h, wherein the appendage is attached to the main portion by a connection neck that has a central portion of a constant width z and the distal end of the appendage has a wider section with a portion of a constant width Z, the sum of the widths of the main portion and the appendage H+h being equal to the sum of the widths of the connection neck and the wider section of the appendage z+Z.

Abstract: A three level nestable stacking comprising a base, a pair of opposing sidewalls, a pair of opposing endwalls and at least two bail arms. Each of the opposing sidewalls comprises a plurality of peanut or kidney shaped receptacles, and in an alternative embodiment, a plurality of slot shaped receptacles. The receptacles allow for ease of rotational movement of the bail arms between any of at least three positions. The three positions for the bail arms provide three stacking configuration for a second, upper container, in regard to a first, lower container: a nearly fully nested configuration; a partially nested configuration; and a substantially un-nested configuration. The opposing sidewalls also comprise a sidewall interlock system, as well as a container stacking structure. The bails arms are completely contained within the area of the container, and mate with grooves in the base of the container.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to a sensitive information redactor including a frame and means for removing at least part of the frame and at least part of a label. This results in sensitive information on a label to become illegible or removed for separate disposal or retention.

Abstract: Systems and methods of the invention for providing real-time, in-person social networking provide a plurality of instructions to individuals in a group as well as a setting and time for the group to carryout the instructions. A networking kit may be provided to each individual in the group. The instructions may further comprise having each individual in the group write his or her name and a personal characteristic on labels from the kit, having each individual place a first label and a second label on a visible and accessible portion of his or her clothes, and having each individual greet another individual in the group and write clauses or sentences of about another individual greeted during the function. This networking style may continue for a predetermined time until the group convenes to discuss their observations and insights.

Abstract: A method and system which promote consumer loyalty and simplify specific product recognition. A label or product detachment designed with the option of a quick release, non-drying, adhesive backing facilitating repeated consumer use. Adaptable to the large variety of consumer product lines and their extreme size variations, it is sized for convenience and adapted to bear and convey specific product information in a clear and concise manner on several levels of human recognition. This detachment has flexible design options such as, but not limited to, the ability to be transparent or opaque, have colored or non colored indicia or surfaces, single or multiple layer attributes along with the ability to take on simple or novel shapes. Considerations taken in regards to the many sectors of our consumer populations, those that are illiterate, foreign speaking, disabled, allergic, medically restricted, the young and old alike, resulted in a universal solution to obtain product loyalty and recognition.

Abstract: An extended content label article is generally provided. The article includes a back panel, a front panel having portions thereof releasably and reversibly united with the back panel, and an expandable plowfold interposed between non-united portions of the back panel and the front panel, and accessible upon release of a resealable portion of the portions of the front panel from the back panel. The front panel generally comprises a coupon, and advantageously includes a lamina united with the coupon. The expandable plowfold generally comprises a unitary sheet characterized by opposing surfaces, and a plurality of panels delimited by spaced apart creases. The plurality of panels includes a first end panel and a second end panel, a segment of the first end panel releasably attached to the back panel so as to be interiorly adjacent a portion of portions of the front panel releasably and reversibly united with the back panel.

Abstract: The first and second portion may comprise a first and second sticker where the first and second sticker includes a dermal adhesive allowing the sticker to be securely fastened to the skin of the patient. Further, the first and second portion may include a symbol identifying the location of the procedure, the type of procedure or a serial number associating the first and second portion.

Abstract: A wound care package includes a wound care product for treating a severe wound and an individual package in which the wound dressing is stored prior to usage. The wound care package further includes a booklet-type label affixed to an exterior surface of the individual package, the booklet-type label including on its interior surface severe wound treatment information.

Abstract: A system for marking bottles to be stored in horizontal or tilted positions uses durable and reusable components to secure user created labels to the top or bottom of bottles, such as wine bottles. A badge is used for marking insignia helpful to the user in locating and/or identification of the bottle. The badge may be inserted into a badge holder that contains the badge and prevents the badge from rotating within the badge holder. For bottles stored with the tops facing the user, the badge holder is secured to the top of the bottle. For bottles stored with the bottoms facing the user, the badge holder is secured to a bottle bottom adaptor that fastens to the bottom of a bottle.

Abstract: An embodiment of the invention is directed to an adhesive laminate label for a communications device. The adhesive laminate label includes an upper label including visible indicia and at least one lower label. Each of the lower labels includes corresponding visible indicia that are different than the visible indicia of the upper label and of the other lower labels. At least the visible indicia of each lower label are covered by either the upper label or one of the other lower labels and the upper and lower labels are removably adhered to one another.

Abstract: An electrical fixture assembly is provided that is adapted to be modified to comply with a power usage limit assigned to the electrical fixture for operation in a circuit. The electrical fixture assembly has a surface and a label adapted to be applied to the surface. The label has a plurality of sections. Each section identifies a respective one of a plurality of power usage limits for operating the electrical fixture in a circuit. At least one of the sections is adapted to be removed from the label when the power usage limit identified by the at least one of the sections exceeds another power usage limit associated with the electrical fixture when installed in the circuit.

Abstract: An authenticity proof label is provided and includes an adhesive layer, a hologram layer provided on the adhesive layer, a protective layer provided on the hologram layer, and a cut provided from a side of the protective layer in such a manner as to at least reach the hologram layer, the cut dividing a surface area of the protective layer into at least two segments.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a label (1) comprising at least one formable cup in the form of at least one cup sheet (2), and to a drinking system (100) comprising a container (102) with a label comprising at least one cup sheet (2). The label (1) comprises at least one cup sheet (2), each cup sheet (2) having an outer edge (12), a first surface, and a second surface (58), wherein the at least one cup sheet (2) is detachable from the label (1) and formable such that the at least one cup sheet (2) can be formed into at least one cup.

Abstract: An adhesive label comprises a substrate having a first side and a second side. The first side includes printed information, and the second side includes an adhesive coating. The substrate is shaped such that a front cover portion of the substrate is foldable to be alongside a back cover portion of the substrate to leave a hinge portion of the second side exposed along a first edge of the substrate and a fastener portion of the second side exposed along a second edge of the substrate. In one embodiment of the invention, the adhesive label includes a backing layer disposed between the front cover portion and the back cover portion, wherein the backing layer includes a tab extending beyond an outer periphery of the front cover portion near the fastener portion.

Abstract: One aspect of the invention is a method for restricting access to an enterprise network that includes determining whether a computer that may be connected to an enterprise network on a temporary basis has one or more malicious code items where the computer accompanies a visitor to a facility associated with the enterprise network. An indication is provided to a human if it is determined that the computer has one or more malicious code items.

Abstract: A slim compact disk media case spine label apparatus is provided, the apparatus comprising a backing, an adhesive operatively adhered to the backing, and a face bonded to the adhesive, wherein a first portion of the face is removable from the adhesive and a second portion of the face is preconfigured to fit substantially precisely against a spine of a slim compact disk media case. Also provided are related methods of labeling a spine of a slim compact disk media case and methods of manufacturing a label apparatus to be preconfigured for use in conjunction with a slim compact disk media case spine.

Abstract: Label (1) for being stuck to a container by means of an adhesive compound and for detachment from said container by means of the application of a hot washing fluid, which comprises a layer of thermal shrinkage material (2), a film of hygroscopic coating (4) capable of absorbing at least a part of the water of the adhesive compound with which the label (1) is stuck to the container and a film of warm melt material (3) configured so as to be situated between the layer of thermal shrinkage material (2) and the film of hygroscopic coating (4), in such a way that the softening of the film of warm melt material (3) by heat causes the layer of thermal shrinkage material (2) to retract in at least one direction upon coming into contact with a hot washing fluid. The label (1) further comprises a film of antistatic material (5) and an ink print (6). Method and device for making these labels (1).

Abstract: There are disclosed a composite label for use in garments and other substrates and method of labeling. The composite label includes at least one label and a connector. The connector may be attached to a garment and subsequently the label(s) may be detached from the connector without cutting the label from the garment. The method includes attaching the composite label to a garment, and subsequently replacing one or more labels with another label or labels.

Abstract: A drug administration safety device having a label configured to be attached to a drug container such as a syringe or IV bag, an adhesive on the back face of the label, and a backing or substrate for holding the label and protecting the adhesive prior to the application of the label to the drug container. In one embodiment, the label includes a first drug name section in a first orientation, a second drug name section in a second orientation, a third drug name section in a third orientation, a drug concentration section, a variable information section, and a gradiation viewing section. The first orientation, second orientation, and third orientation are different from each other to enable a user to readily see the drug name regardless of the position and orientation of the drug container.

Abstract: The present invention provides a blank sticking dedication card for a replaceable gift that comprises a self adhesive label having a base layer and a dedication card layer wherein between adhesive material is spread between the layers. The label is provided with a personalized area where a user can fill out a personal dedication. A separable portion is further associated with the self adhesive label so as to identify the gift when replacement is in order. The receiving user can adhere the dedication card on the original gift or on the replaced gift.

Abstract: A pliable pressure sensitive laminate structure, shaped removable identification band, method of identifying patients and assembly jig for use in securing shaped identification band around wrist or ankle of an infant or neonate. Pliable laminate structure has backing layer and substantially coextensive printable layer. Printable layer has printable side for printing thereon and an adhesive side. A cut through printable layer defines a removable portion having two equal-sized patient identification portions joined by connector band of lesser width. Adhesive layer between printable layer and backing layer removably adheres printable layer to backing layer such that when the removable portion is removed from the backing layer adhesive remains adhered to adhesive side of at least one patient identification portion and no adhesive remains adhered to the connector band. Related method of identifying patients by securing shaped pliable identification band around wrist or ankle and assembly jig are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method for preparing both main label and warning label portions for a container useful in dispensing drugs by a pharmacist in which the main label portion contains specific drug or patient information and the warning label portion contains one or more warnings specific to the drug or patient information.

Abstract: A container and booklet combination comprises a container having walls defining a space, the walls having at least an insert aperture, and a booklet comprising a plurality of media sheets mounted on at least a portion of the outer surface of the container in a manner which allows removal of one of the media sheets from the plurality of media sheets, the media sheets being configured so as to be placed in the container through the insert aperture.

Abstract: The invention relates to a label, and method and apparatus for forming and dispensing the same. The label is provided as part of a roll of labels. The labels are attached to each other and/or extraneous label or substrate material via a discontinuous line with bridge portions. The labels have a layer of adhesive and a release layer applied thereto and ink printed thereon. In one embodiment the adhesive is applied over the release layer of material prior to forming the roll and when the labels are taken from the roll the adhesive layer leaves the release layer and contacts with the face of the label which overlies the same in the roll.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical label for placement on a on a medicinal container, the label includes a front printing face having an adhesive backing and a length that is substantially greater than a perimeter of the medicinal container. The adhesive backing covers substantially an entire area of a backside of the front printing face. A backing sheet liner covers the adhesive backing. The front printing face has a first portion and a second portion. The first portion has a length corresponding substantially to the perimeter of the of the container. A border is between the first portion and the second portion. The border defines the length of the first portion. The backing sheet liner has a liner score line formed therein corresponding to the border for removing the backing liner from the first portion and for defining an intact portion of the backing liner on the second portion. The second portion projects from the container when the first portion is attached to the container.

Abstract: A label sheet for making a pharmaceutical label for placement on a medicinal container, the label sheet includes a front printing face having an adhesive backing and a length that is substantially greater than a perimeter of the medicinal container. The adhesive backing covers substantially an entire area of a backside of the front printing face. A backing sheet liner covers the adhesive backing. The front printing face has a score formed therein defining a first portion and a second portion of the front printing face. The first portion has a length corresponding substantially to the perimeter of the container. The score defines a border between the first portion and the second portion, whereby the second portion projects from the container when the first portion is attached to the container. The backing sheet liner has a liner score line formed therein corresponding to the score in the front face for removing the releasable backing liner from the first portion.

Abstract: A flag for labeling drugs or medications provided in a medication cup, for use in the operating room, has a cup section with an adhesive back surface peelably attached to a backing sheet. A flag section is attached to the cup section of the flag at a bend line. A flag strip also having an adhesive back surface is supplied on the backing sheet. Multiple flags of different colors are preferably provided in a kit. A flag is attached to each cup. The flag section is labeled with a marker or a preprinted label, to indicate the content of the cup. The flag section is folded down so that it partially overlies the open top end of the cup. The syringe strip is adhered to a syringe used to draw medication out of the cup for administration to the patient. The flag and syringe strip provide a visual link or connection between each syringe and the contents of each cup. The risk of administering the wrong drug to a patient is reduced.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a security tag (7?) for protecting an article (1) against theft, with an electronically detectable first security element (3) and a covering layer (4) covering said first security element completely. The covering layer (4) is covered completely with a label (6) made of tearable material, which on its side facing the covering layer (4) is provided with an adhesive whose bonding strength is at least somewhat lower than that of the adhesive applied to the covering layer (4). Arranged between the covering layer (4) and the label (6) is a second security element (5), which overlaps the covering layer (4) at least in part and is provided on its side facing the covering layer (4) with an adhesive whose bonding strength is somewhat greater than that of the adhesive applied to the label (6). The covering layer (4) and the second security element (5) are completely covered by the label (6).

Abstract: Information about an object such as its name, identification number, manufacture date, lot number, serial number or communication address is placed on each part of a multi-part label is affixed to the object so that at least one of the multiple parts can be detached and then affixed to another object, thus transferring the information to the second object. Applications include identifying computer equipment, electrical and electronic devices, construction fixtures such as luminaries, ballasts, light switches, electrical outlets, faucets and door locks; medicines, and bulk containers of liquids and gases.

Abstract: A security sensitive label is applied to a product to help deter theft. The label includes a label body having inner and outer surfaces with a substrate-damaging adhesive on the inner surface. The outer surface has seller identification and theft-deterring indicia. Theft of a product may be deterred by application of the security sensitive label to the product so that if the product is stolen, (1) removal of the label may damage the substrate to which the label is applied, or (2) leaving the label on the product will alert a subsequent purchaser to the origin of the product, so that in either case the product becomes less saleable.

Abstract: A postage sheet includes a face sheet adhesively bonded to a release liner. The face sheet includes a removable internet stamp having a diecut perimeter. A visible security indicium is disposed on the front side of the stamp and has a different color than the face sheet, and is not reproducible by photocopying.

Abstract: An optical disc media marketing system used to advertise various products or services to users of optical disc products. The system includes the use of a standard optical disc and a jewel case with a recessed cavity formed therein to receive the optical disc. If the jewel case includes a spindle post, then the system includes either a T-shaped adapter or a cap that temporarily engages or attaches to the post. If the jewel case does not include a spindle post, then a T-shaped adaptor is used that engages the inside edge of the optical disc. The T-shaped adaptor and the cap include a top surface that is slightly larger than the spindle hole thereby preventing removal of the disc from the jewel case or use on an optical disc player. Disposed over the top surface of the adaptor or cap is a stack of adhesive labels.