Abstract: The welding rod used to weld the surface covering has a laminate structure in which a print layer is disposed between a first thermoplastic layer and a second transparent thermoplastic layer. Preferably the welding rod is in the form of an elongated element having a half-round cross-sectional shape. The welding rod is used to join two pieces of thermoplastic sheeting, particularly flooring, together. If the welding rod has a pattern similar to the printed pattern of the sheeting the resulting surface covering looks seamless.

Abstract: The magnetic sheeting (10) for partly covering gaps of adjoining bodywork portions of vehicles and such surface areas not possessing any radii of curvature, is substantially tape-like configured and possesses a folding or kink line (11) proceeding along the longitudinal extension of the latter as well as several incisions (14) located transversally to this kink line (11).

Abstract: This invention is related to a method for shaping profile an extrudable plastic material attached to a surface. In the process, a die being part of a cylinder and having a shape corresponding to the desired cross-section of the profile is introduced into the plastic material and is then extracted therefrom by rolling the cylinder. The invention is also related to a device for carrying out the process.

Abstract: A decorative article includes: an iridescent film translucent or transparent overlaid on a substrate member which may be a color sheet, and a filler layer formed beneath the substrate member, whereby upon molding or welding of the iridescent film, the substrate member and the filler layer to form three-dimensional decorative feature having protrusions and recesses on an upper or outer surface of the decorative article to reveal the iridescent colors as reflected by the iridescent film in cooperation with a background color or contrast color of the substrate member for forming shimmer multiple colors for enriching the decorative effect. The article overlaid with the iridescent film will prevent scratching, fading or oxidation defects as found in a conventional electroplated decorative item.

Abstract: Using a combination of relatively coarse filler and latex binder, a very high solids coating (about 85% or higher) can be produced with a relatively low working viscosity. These very high solids coatings can be applied in thick single layers and oven cured without cracking. They maintain more than 80% of their original wet thickness. The resulting coating provides an extremely hard and durable surface, even on relatively soft mineral fiber board ceiling tiles or wall panels.

Abstract: Long-afterglow adhesive tape consisting ofa) a first layer of aliphatic polyurethane acrylate or polyester acrylate in which a long-afterglow pigment is incorporated in a proportion of from 40% by weight to 80% by weight, preferably 75% by weight,b) a second layer containing a white pigment,c) a third layer comprising an ageing-resistant self-adhesive composition or a heat-activatable adhesive film, andd) if desired, a fourth layer comprising a release material with an antiadhesive coating.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multilayered water-repellent film formed on a glass substrate by the sol-gel process. The film has a first metal oxide layer which is formed on the glass substrate by the sol-gel process and a second water-repellent layer formed on the first layer. As a first method for providing the film with superior durability of water repellency, mechanical strength and chemical resistance, the first layer is prepared by using a mixture of three specific sols which are respectively prepared from metal alkoxides or metal acetylacetonates. As a second method for providing the film with the above advantages, the second layer is prepared by using a coating mixture comprising a fluoroalkylsilane, tin oxide particles doped with antimony oxide, a silicon compound, water and an organic solvent.

Abstract: A transparent optical film made of a polymeric material has a first smooth surface and a second structured surface for providing a simulated beveled appearance. The structured surface of the film is formed of a plurality of spaced parallel grooves, each groove being formed by a first facet which is substantially perpendicular to the first smooth surface and a second facet which makes an angle between 1 to 60 degrees with the first smooth surface. The film may be affixed to glass, the adhesive applied to the first smooth surface or the second structured surface, to simulate beveled glass. Further, a leaded glass appearance or beveled mirror appearance may be simulated by vapor coating the optical film.

Abstract: A method for forming a patterned layer within an integrated circuit. There is first provided a substrate having formed thereupon a blanket target layer. Formed upon the blanket target layer is a blanket focusing layer, where the blanket focusing layer is formed from an organic material and where the blanket focusing layer is susceptible to a reproducible negative etch bias within a first etch method employed in etching the blanket focusing layer to form a patterned focusing layer. There is then formed upon the blanket focusing layer a blanket photoresist layer which is photoexposed and developed to form a patterned photoresist layer. There is then etched through the first etch method the blanket focusing layer to form the patterned focusing layer while employing the patterned photoresist layer as a first etch mask layer. The patterned focusing layer so formed has the reproducible negative etch bias with respect to the patterned photoresist layer.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for producing retroreflective sheeting useful for marking or the like of signs such as road signs and construction signs; number plates of vehicles such as motorcars and motorcycles; materials for safety such as clothes and life jackets; signboards, etc.

Abstract: The front surface of a wooden overlay sheet, having a wooden material on the front surface thereof, is subjected to a color treatment with a colorant comprising a primer resin; the wooden overlay sheet, which was subjected to color treatment, is positioned in a metal mold for molding, and a transparent resin layer is molded on the front surface thereof by means of injection-molding. Furthermore, a synthetic resin core material is molded on the rear surface of the wooden overlay sheet. A composite molded article is thereby produced, wherein a synthetic resin core material is molded on the rear surface of the wooden overlay material, and a transparent resin layer is molded on the front surface of the wooden overlay sheet. Thus, the present invention enables the enhancement of the outer appearance of the product and the enhancement of the adhesion of the wooden overlay sheet and the transparent resin layer.

Abstract: A syndiotactic styrenic polymer film has a coated layer. The film has a height of waviness of not higher than 18 mm. A process for the preparation of the same is also disclosed. A silver halide photographic material having the syndiotactic styrenic polymer film as a support is further disclosed.

Abstract: A retroreflective sheeting having a multiplicity of discrete, cube-corner elements cured in situ on a transparent, polymeric overlay film deformed into a three-dimensional structure so that base edges of a plurality of cube-corner elements are non-planar with respect to one another. The retroreflective article preferably has at least one target optical property. The present invention is also directed to a method of deforming the retroreflective sheeting to form a retroreflective article in which the base edges of a plurality of cube-corner elements are non-planar with respect to one another.

Abstract: There is provided a matte decorative sheet having scratch resistance, including a PVC substrate and, provided thereon, a protective layer of a cured resin which has been cured by irradiation with an ionizing radiation. The protective layer contains fine particles of an impact-resistant resin, namely, polycarbonate resin, having a particle diameter of 0.1 to 50 .mu.m and an Izod impact strength of not less than 10 kg.cm/cm.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of producing in a single in-line process a printed image suitable for creating an illusion of depth in the perception of a viewer of the image, comprising the steps of:(1) providing an opaque web to an in-line printing process,(2) providing a transparent web to the in-line printing process, the transparent web having a lenticular surface on one side and a flat surface on an opposing side,(3) transporting either the opaque web or the transparent web to a first printer unit of the in-line printing process at a preselected speed and printing a line-formed image on the opaque web or the flat surface of the transparent web, the line-formed image being compatible for viewing when viewed through the lenticular surface of the transparent web, and(4) setting the image on either the opaque web or flat surface of the transparent web in a heat setting unit of the in-line printing process.

Abstract: A holographic laminate to be used in a vehicular windshield or windowpane and an architectural window glass in order to display a variety of images for the expressive and decorative purposes. The holographic laminate comprises a transparent plate on which a hologram is mounted. An ultraviolet ray absorbing film is disposed on a side of the hologram through which side sunlight enter the hologram. A layer of an adhesive is disposed to secure the hologram to the transparent plate layer. A barrier film is disposed between the hologram and the adhesive layer to protect the hologram from being chemically affected by the adhesive layer.

Abstract: A composition for protecting an exposed surface from the formation and growth of mildew and from other environmental soiling and from defacement by graffiti marking is provided in the form of an aqueous latex rubber solution which may also contain a bleaching agent. The composition is applied to the surface to be protected as an aqueous solution which, following application, dries and cures to form a transparent protective barrier. The barrier can be removed when desired simply by washing with soap and water.

Abstract: A security element for the authentication of a substrate has a pattern comprising optical diffraction elements which are embossed in a carrier material of plastic material and unembossed neutral areas. On the embossing side of the carrier material a reflecting layer covers only surfaces with relief structures of the diffraction elements while the neutral areas which lie between are free of the reflecting layer and are therefore non-reflecting. If the security element is stuck in the form of a stamp onto the substrate and the carrier material is transparent, image portions, which are covered by the stamp, of a feature on the substrate can be discerned through the neutral areas.

Abstract: A transparent article made of a resin and having on its surface the fine unevenness formed by direct transfer of ultrafine particles. An unevenness transfer substrate having the ultrafine particles deposited thereon as a monolayer by using a binder, with a water/oil repellent film formed on the ultrafine particle layer, is placed in a mold, then a sufficiently deaerated fluid plastic resin is cast into the mold and heated to cause curing, then the mold is removed, and the unevenness transfer substrate and the cured resin are separated from each other. Consequently, the fine unevenness formed by the ultrafine particles is transferred to the resin surface.

Abstract: The composite silicone rubber sheet comprises a thermal conductive silicone rubber layer, both surfaces of which are tacky, containing a thermal conductive filler such as aluminum oxide and having a Asker C hardness of 5 to 50 and a thickness of 0.4 mm or less; at least one reinforcing sheet such as glass cloth arranged within said silicone rubber layer; and a releasable protective sheet such as a release paper covered on at least one tacky surface of said silicone rubber layer. Since the composite silicone rubber sheet is superior in thermal conductivity and has a good flexibility and tackiness, when used as a heat dissipating insulation sheet, the composite silicone rubber sheet has the advantages of being superior in adherence, free of oil-bleeding, suitable for mass-production, and capable of not lowering workability in assembling electronic parts and the like.

Abstract: A method is provided for top-coating a veneered substrate. Heat-activated urethane adhesive layers are placed on opposing sides of a veneered substrate, and Lexan films of equal thickness are placed adjacent the two layers of adhesive. A polyethylene sheet is placed adjacent each Lexan film to act as a release masking. A silicone pad is laid on the lower platen, and a 5 mil polycarbonate sheet is placed on top of the stack for contacting the top platen of the laminating press. The laminating press then applies heat and pressure for a predetermined period of time to produce a hard-coated veneered substrate, and the polyethylene sheets are discarded.

Abstract: Article of manufacture and method of making the same in which a metal substrate has an undercoating is made from a combination of at least one pulverulent metal and a transition metal compound and a coating thereon containing an autodeposited resin formed under autodepositing conditions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multilayered water-repellent film formed on a glass substrate by the sol-gel process. The film has a first metal oxide layer which is formed on the glass substrate by the sol-gel process and a second water-repellent layer formed on the first layer. As a first method for providing the film with superior durability of water repellency, mechanical strength and chemical resistance, the first layer is prepared by using a mixture of three specific sols which are respectively prepared from metal alkoxides or metal acetylacetonates. As a second method for providing the film with the above advantages, the second layer is prepared by using a coating mixture comprising a fluoroalkylsilane, tin oxide particles doped with antimony oxide, a silicon compound, water and an organic solvent.

Abstract: A security laminate comprising a protective layer having first and second surfaces, an embossing layer bonded to at least a portion of the second surface of the protective layer, a reflective layer bonded to at least a portion of the embossed layer/protective layer composite, an adhesion enhancing layer bonded to a portion of the reflective layer/embossed layer/protective layer composite, an adhesive bonded to at least a portion of the adhesion enhancing layer/reflective layer/embossed layer/protective layer composite wherein the bond between the reflective layer and the adhesion enhancing layer and the bond between the adhesion enhancing layer and the adhesive are each more tenacious than the bond between the reflective layer and the embossed layer and further wherein the bond between the adhesive and the adhesion enhancing layer is more tenacious than the bond between the adhesive and the reflective layer.

Abstract: Polyester-based, biaxially oriented composite films having good transparency and gas-barrier properties, exhibiting excellent resistance to mechanical shock and being easily recyclable, comprise a polyester base film (for example shaped from polyethylene terephthalate) 5 .mu.m to 50 .mu.m in thickness, coated on at least one of its two face surfaces with a layer of polyvinyl alcohol having a number-average degree of polymerization equal to or greater than 350 and a thickness less than or equal to 0.3 .mu.m, the mean roughness Rz of the base film being less than or equal to 0.30 .mu.m on the at least one face surface of the film onto which a polyvinyl alcohol layer is coated and said at least one coated face surface comprising, on average, not more than 20 peaks of a height equal to or greater than 1 micrometer and not more than 150 peaks of a height ranging from 0.4 to 1 micrometer, per square millimeter, and such composite films exhibiting a permeability to oxygen, measured at 23.degree. C.

Abstract: Disclosed is a playing card (12) comprising a base layer (22) of a paper stock material. The base layer (22) is coated on opposite sides with opaque paper coatings (36, 38). The coatings (36, 38) are printed with graphics (18, 20). The base layer (22) is then laminated with top and bottom clear, plastic films (24, 26) on top of the printed coatings (36, 38). The films are high or medium gloss fills and provide a Tappi gloss in the range of about 85.degree. to 105.degree.. The films are mechanically embossed with embossments (48). The embossments (48) provide a static slip in the range of about 7.degree. to about 15.degree. and a Tappi gloss in the range of 50.degree. to 85.degree.. The embossments (48) reduce gloss without significant loss in ink density, color, or image distinctness.

Abstract: An imaging element comprising a support, at least one light-sensitive layer and at least one coalesced layer of film-forming colloidal polymeric particles and non-film-forming colloidal polymeric particles.

Abstract: A laminated glass pane having at least one rigid glass sheet and one flexible plastic material sheet is described, which has a peripheral strip disposed over at least a part of the edge of the pane over at least one edge of a flexible plastic sheet. The peripheral strip has two layers of respectively different materials, a first layer designated the "internal layer", is comprised of a material having a softening temperature which is less than or equal to the temperature employed in autoclaving the sheets which are components of the pane, and a second layer designated the "external layer", is comprised of a material having a softening temperature which is greater than the temperature employed in autoclaving the sheets.

Abstract: A light diffracting structure 10 in an authenticating pattern 20 especially for an authentication label 30 is used for authenticating and protecting against forgery various valuable objects. The light diffracting structure 10 has unique parameters generating a uniquely colored pattern. The unique parameters are randomly defined by anisotropic process steps during the manufacturing of the diffracting structure and are not under full control of the producer. This prevents copying or creating an exact replica thereof. The authenticating pattern 20 comprises an integrated structure of a substrate layer 21 and a transparent overcoat layer 22 and the viewable interface therebetween includes the light diffracting structure 10. The uniquely colored authenticating pattern can be verified by simple observation with the naked eye which is a prerequisite for ubiquitous verification.

Abstract: An optical effect material used for making shredded, flaked, die-cut and sheets of decorative materials. The optical effect material comprises an iridescent sheet and a light transmitting material connected together. Methods for using an optical effect material.

Abstract: A protective, impact resistant material and method, the material comprising a fabric of thermoplastic polymeric fibers having a strength of at least 0.5 GPa and an elastic modulus of at least 25 GPa and a matrix of polymeric material disposed in the interstices between the fibers, the matrix having an elastic modulus in the range 0.2 to 3.times.10.sup.6 psi. The polymeric fibers can be gel spun polyethylene, polypropylene, nylon, polyvinyl alcohol and polyethylene terephthalate. In a second embodiment, the matrix is derived from the fabric.

Abstract: A decorative board comprising an inorganic substrate comprising an inorganic material other than a metal or a glass and having an organic or inorganic layer on a surface thereof, the substrate having consecutively thereon (1) a transfer base layer comprising a polyol-curing polyurethane resin, which is transparent or contains a colorant so as to have a color with hiding properties; (2) a transfer-printed layer having a pattern; and (3) a topcoat layer comprising a polyol-curing polyurethane resin.

Abstract: A highly glossy thick aesthetic laminate surface layer is achieved by using pre-cured particulates of the impregnating resin preferably along with an initial binder material and abrasion resistant mineral particles. The protective overcoating may be applied in a thick layer to give gouge resistance and a deep look in the glossy laminate. The overcoated decor sheet is pressed against a mirror plate in the laminate manufacturing process, and gives a gloss meter reading well over 100. Because the impregnating resin and the pre-cured particulates have the same index of refraction, the transparency of the coating and the resultant clarity of the underlying decor sheet are excellent.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for precisely positioning and attaching a protective film to one or both faces of a plastic card. The film may include a layer of an oriented polyester and a layer of an amorphous polyester. The method includes the steps of removably adhering an elongated film to an elongated strip of paper to form a carrier. A panel is die cut from the film but remains attached to the strip of paper. A ridge is embossed in the carrier around at least a portion of the periphery of the panel. The embossed ridge of the carrier is positioned over the identification card to locate the die cut panel of film against a face of the card. The die cut panel is laminated to the card. The film outside of the panel and the strip of paper are removed from the identification card. The apparatus includes a carrier strip consisting of a paper strip, a layer of adhesive and a protective film.

Abstract: A product having a textured surface thereon (and its process of manufacture) is disclosed wherein the textured surface is obtained by relieving the stress in pre-stressed polymeric chips that have been distributed as a single layer throughout a polymeric layer superimposed on a substrate.

Abstract: A process for making plastic siding panels, such as outdoor weatherable vinyl panels with an embossed wood grain pattern, comprises extruding a vinyl sheet, and overlaying on the extruded sheet a flexible carrier sheet having coated thereon (a) matte release layer bonded to the carrier sheet, and (b) decorative coating on the matte release layer facing toward the extruded plastic sheet. An embossing roll applies pressure at elevated temperatures to transfer the decorative coating from the matte release layer and bond it to the extruded sheet, while the embossing roll embosses a three-dimensional impression pattern in the laminate transferred to the extruded sheet. The carrier sheet and its matte release layer are then released from the laminate transferred to the vinyl sheet. The matte release layer transfers a low 75.degree. gloss level, preferably in the range of 8 to 12 gloss units, while enabling free release of the carrier from the embossed low gloss surface at elevated temperatures.

Abstract: A base film having dimensional stability and high transparency, which comprises (A) a plastic film having on either one or both sides thereof (B) a thin film layer comprising (1) an oxide of silicon and (2) a fluoride of alkaline earth metal, or comprising (1) an oxide of silicon, (2) a fluoride of alkaline earth metal, and (3) an oxide of magnesium, the thin film layer (B) being formed by a vacuum film forming process. A photographic light-sensitive material comprising the base film having dimensional stability and high transparency, having on either one or both sides thereof (C) a photographic layer.

Abstract: A plastic sheet, preferably of plasticized partial polyvinyl butyral, for a laminated safety glazing, having means dispersed on its surface, preferably comprising a multiplicity of spaced projections, capable of resisting adhesion to a rigid panel, such as glass, of such a glazing when the sheet is laminated to the panel, the area of the sheet surface without such dispersed means having high affinity for adhesion. The projections physically block adhesion of a dispersed area of the sheet to the panel in that the means on the sheet surface have no or weak interfacial adhesion. The multiplicity of space projections also have low or no affinity for adhesion when in blocking contact with each other or with another plasticized partial polyvinyl butyral surface and thereby increase blocking resistance.

Abstract: Disclosed is a structure composed of a ragged base body with a ragged surface and a non-adhesive layer of a non-adhesive high polymer, in which the layer is fixed to at least the depressions of the ragged surface in such a way that the ragged profile of the body appears on the outer surface, reiterated by the layer. The ragged profile has a mean surface roughness Ra of 0.5 to 20 .mu.m and the mean distance Z between the adjacent projections forming the ragged profile is 20 to 1000 .mu.m. The non-adhesive high polymer may be a silicone high polymer having a silicone oil content of 10% or less. It has an effective surface tension of 32 dyn/cm or less. As the structure has improved releasing characteristics, adhesion of an adhesive substance to the structure may be effectively prevented without using any conventional releasing agent.

Abstract: A reflection-type screen that is free from uneven formation attributable to a weave pattern of a ground fabric as a constituent material, can be wound up in a roll form and unwound at need and is less likely to cause deformation, such as buckling, elongation and sagging, and is easy to handle. The reflection-type screen includes a dimensionally stable substrate sheet having an elastic limit of 60 kg/cm.sup.2 or more, a Young's modulus of elasticity of 2.5.times.10.sup.4 kg/cm.sup.2 or more, a bending modulus of elasticity of 3.5.times.10.sup.4 kg/cm.sup.2 or less, a thickness of 35 to 200 .mu.m and a center line average height and a waviness of 100 .mu.m or less each. Laminated on the substrate sheet in the following order is a high-density light diffusion-reflection layer and a translucent light diffusion layer including a soft vinyl chloride sheet, the translucent light diffusion layer having a surface provided with a light-diffusing fine uneven pattern.

Abstract: A synthetic diamond wafer grown by deposition from a plasma has a smooth, substrate side face and a rough, deposition side face. The rough face is coated with a bonding agent which fills the valleys and is finished so that its surface is parallel to the substrate side face to permit photolithographic processing of the wafer. Also disclosed is a multi-wafer laminate of two or more diamond film layers bonded together with an interlayer. Smooth, flat outer faces of the layers are oriented mutually parallel. The inner, bonded faces may be rough. A filler of diamond particles in the bonding agent improves the thermal conductivity of the laminate.

Abstract: A glazing panel which is transparent and fire-resistant, including at least one vitreous structural ply including at least one rough-faced ply composed of vitreous material having a mean coefficient of linear thermal expansion over a temperature range of 20.degree. C. to 300.degree. C. which is not greater than 7.5.times.10.sup.-6 K.sup.-1 and having a rough face for which roughness, R.sub.tm, is not less than 0.1 .mu.m; and at least one layer of intumescent material directly bonded to and in contact with the rough face of the at least one rough-faced ply.

Abstract: Materials, particularly wood materials and calcium carbonate-containing materials such as concrete and marble, can be protected from the growth of algae by being treated with a compound containing tin covalently bonded to a silylating group such that cleavage of the covalent bonds due to hydrolysis or photolysis is minimized, thus making the treatment ecologically safe. One such compound is (n-Bu).sub.3 SnCH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 Si(OEt).sub.3. The tin compound can either be incorporated into raw materials from which materials are to be made, or it can be applied to the finished materials. When the tin compound is applied to a material that is algae streaked, the streaking should disappear.

Abstract: A magnetic recording medium includes a successively formed uneven underlayer and magnetic layer. In the process of forming the underlayer, grains of an alloy, whose melting point is in the range of approximately 100 degrees centigrade to approximately 350 degrees centigrade, are deposited on a substrate by using either an evaporation or a sputtering method, while maintaining the substrate temperature at a temperature which allows molten spheres of the alloy to be formed. The preferred alloys include Zn, Mg, Al, In, and Sn systems whose melting points fall within the above-mentioned temperature range. The preferred substrate temperatures are not higher than the melting point of the alloy to be deposited plus 50 degrees centigrade, and most preferably, temperatures equal to approximately the melting point of the alloy to be deposited minus 20 degrees centigrade. The result is a magnetic recording medium suitable for practical use which can be fabricated at a low cost.

Abstract: A synthetic resin decorative material including an antistatic layer containing an electrically conductive film formed on a surface thereof without changing the color, design and pattern of the decorative material. The synthetic resin may be a synthetic resin decorative sheet/plate. The antistatic function of the antistatic layer is improved such that occurrence of cracks in the antistatic layer can be prevented when the decorative material having the antistatic layer is thermally molded. To prepare the decorative material, a transfer sheet is pressed while being heated onto a surface of a synthetic resin decorative base material including a synthetic resin sheet or plate. To prepare the transfer sheet, electrically conductive paint containing an electrically conductive matter formed by coating inorganic fine powder having a refractive index of 1.4 to 1.7 with an electrically conductive tin oxide is applied onto a 1 to 5 .mu.

Abstract: A do-it-yourself kit enables an end user to make his own graphics. A printer points graphics on the back of a transparent mylar tape. The tape has a pressure sensitive adhesive which is pressed on over a textured surface that enables air to escape at the interface between the adhesive and the plate.

Abstract: A structure and related method for forming a surface on which sports activities occur. The disclosed structure uses three basic layers to form the surface on top of a prepared substrate. The first layer is comprised of a plurality of sublayers bound together by adhesive coatings, the first of which requires deposition of resilient particles in the 3 to 6 millimeter size range. Several subsequent sublayers include smaller-sized particles which, after deposition and spreading, result in a relatively smooth and resilient latex-bound base mat. The second layer provides a cushion coating, while a slightly textured decorative finish coating results from application of the third and final top layer. A method for forming these three layers is also disclosed which method specifies both the sizes of particles and the spread rate for particles and adhesive material for each of the sublayers in the first layer.

Abstract: Adhesion to polyolefin substrates of (meth)acrylic films or laminates or of coatings, inks, or paints is improved by forming a first film or sheet of a multi-stage polymer containing a crosslinked rubbery first-stage, applying the first film or sheet under heat and pressure to a polyolefin sheet or film, wherein the polyolefin is not rubber-modified, separating the two films or sheets mechanically to leave a thin tie-layer of the multi-stage polymer at or near the surface of the polyolefin sheet or film, and then laminating to the so-treated polyolefin sheet or film a (meth)acrylic sheet or film or applying a latex, paint, or ink.

Abstract: Antiabrasion curved section made of reinforced curved plastic material and comprising in at least one of a lower portion and an upper portion in antiabrasion material. A plurality of antiabrasion sections are produced inside a profiled mold having a plurality of grooves in which is arranged the antiabrasion material of the lower faces. Reinforced filaments impregnated with a stabilizable resin are supplied to the mold and, finally, the antiabrasion material of the upper faces is applied. The mold is wound on a mandrel and the plastic material is stabilized before removing the mold sections which form a unitary assembly dividable particulary during the stranding of arm rings.

Abstract: Article comprising an ultraviolet screening screen layer and a color layer containing a defined daylight fluorescent dye dissolved in a defined polymeric matrix. The article exhibits durable fluorescence and resistance to degradation from exposure to sunlight. If desired, the article is retroreflective.