Abstract: An elastic band for securing an object for transport is comprised of a stretchable sheet exhibiting an elongation limited to an elastic range of the sheet. The sheets is transformed to a string-like or band-like elastic strap exhibiting deformations extending substantially in longitudinal direction of the sheet. The strap is wrapped around the object in snug fits as a result of a return force generated by the elastic elongation. The deformations are imparted through suitably puckering, rolling or twisting the sheet.

Abstract: An apertured cover defines pin penetrable locations for temporarily posting notices, indicia, and the like. A pin receiving and gripping the substrate adjacent the back surface of the cover retains any pins penetrably engaging the apertures in the cover. A hard backing sheet disposed adjacent the rear face of the substrate protects the substrate. Folded panels of the cover retain the substrate and the backing sheet in fixed relationship with one another to form a unitary structure and protect the edges of the substrate.

Abstract: A pattern-forming sheet or label which is so flexible as to be expediently patterned, can provide a heat resistant or chemical resistant pattern to a product to be labeled, and can be subjected to high temperature atmosphere without burning treatment is provided, comprising a bonded laminate of a base layer obtained by shaping a low-melting glass powder into a sheet with a low-temperature decomposable acrylic polymer, and an ink-receptive layer made of a silicone resin layer containing an inorganic powder. Further, a novel label is provided, having a transfer pattern made of an ink containing an inorganic colorant formed on the ink-receptive layer of the pattern-forming sheet.

Abstract: An improved display product and method of making a display wherein a perforated panel is provided with layers of paint which are kept on the panel. Thus, a sign painter can have a wide latitude of designs which can be applied to see-through graphics. The resulting product can be opaque to an observer looking from one side of a display product yet the observer is able to see through the product from the other side of the product. A window to be provided with a display product is masked with masking paper and masking tape to cover the exposed parts. A perforated panel is cut to fit the window and attached over the masking paper and the masking tape. The perforated panel is painted with an image that is desired.

Abstract: The invention relates to an effect paint for objects to be painted, as well as to a process for making the effect paint, wherein the effect paint comprises pigments. The pigments, produced by fragmenting a wiped and cross-linked film, are added to a starting paint of a paint coat of the object and result in color effect which depends on the viewing angle, and are also provided with a marking used to recognize and characterize the object.

Abstract: A heat-transfer label particularly well-suited for styrene-acrylonitrile surfaces and containers. In one embodiment, the label includes a support portion, a skim coat of wax on top of the support portion, and a transfer portion on top of the skim coat of wax. The support portion includes a sheet of paper overcoated with a release layer of polyethylene. The transfer portion includes an acrylic protective lacquer layer, an ink layer over the protective lacquer layer, and a heat-activatable adhesive layer over the ink layer. The protective lacquer layer includes a methyl/n-butyl methacrylate copolymer and a methyl methacrylate copolymer. The ink layer includes a polyamide and/or acrylic ink. The adhesive layer includes an acrylic resin and a chlorinated polyolefin resin.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of creating simulated photographic-quality prints using non-photographic imaging, said method comprising: (a) providing a coated transparent substrate having a wrong reading toner image formed thereon using a non-photographic imaging process; (b) providing a backing substrate having one surface thereof coated with a two layered adhesive material, wherein the first layer in contact with the substrate has a polymeric binder having glass transition of less than 55.degree. C., an antistatic agent, a lightfastness inducing agent, an optional filler and the second layer in contact with the first layer has a material with a melting temperature of greater than 50.degree. C.

Abstract: This invention relates to moisture resistant frozen food packaging using highly-sized paperboard and press applied moisture resistant over-print varnishes. Such structures of this type, generally, employ a moisture-resistant coating which is placed between the food product and the paperboard in order to provide a barrier for the food from the board and also to prevent the paperboard from absorbing moisture. Also, edge-wick moisture absorption is minimized by the use of the highly-sized sheet.

Abstract: A panel is composed of synthetic resins and coated with an antifogging layer, the panel having a plastics substrate formed as a board or film or molded into any desired shape. The panel further has a heat generating pattern as the antifogging layer formed on the substrate and composed of a conductive paste, and a hard coat covering the layer and mainly composed of a silicone resin. The conductive paste is composed of a resinous binder, a conductive agent and a solvent, and the binder is selected from a group consisting of (i) a saturated polyester, (ii) a mixture of the polyester and a polyvinyl chloride, (iii) a mixture of the polyester and a copolymer of vinyl chloride and vinyl acetate, and (iv) a mixture of the polyester, the polyvinyl chloride and the copolymer. The heat generating pattern layer protects the resin panel from fogging, and the hard coat enhances scratch resistance and weather resistance to the panel.

Abstract: An informational article having a separation control material disposed on a portion of the surface of the article and an information receiving layer overlying at least a portion of the separation control material and a portion of the surface. The information receiving layer is adapted to receive information thereon. A transparent tape is adhesively bonded to the information receiving layer containing the information. The transparent tape is more strongly adhered to the information receiving layer than the information receiving layer is adhered to the separation control material. In this way, removal of the transparent tape from the article removes both (i) the information receiving layer and (ii) the information overlying the separation control material from the remainder of the information receiving layer and the information. Because of this, evidence of tampering is easily, visually, detectable. An associated method is also disclosed.

Abstract: The packaging container according to the invention for receiving filled product can be used as a self-supporting container or as an in-liner or insert container in supporting outer containers such as corrugated paperboard boxes, wooden cases, box pallets with mesh panels, or drums. The packaging container comprises a multilayered composite film combination which is made up of a polymer film with barrier layer properties, acting as the outer layer of the container, an intermediate layer made of an electrically conductive material and also a further polymer film, forming the inner layer of the packaging container. According to the invention, the further polymer film, forming the inner layer of the packaging container, bears a perforation pattern and the electrically conductive intermediate layer is in connection with a grounding system via electric contact points. The polymer film forming the inner layer of the packaging container is preferably a heat-sealable monofilm or a coextruded film.

Abstract: Ultraviolet luminescent retroreflective sheeting includes a retroreflective portion containing retroreflective elements and an ultraviolet luminescent portion to facilitate nighttime viewing by persons not located at or near a source of light being retroreflected by the retroreflective portion. At least part of the ultraviolet luminescent portion is provided as the bonding lines for bonding the transparent cover sheet to the support sheet to form a series of sealed cells in which the retroreflective elements, which may be of the encapsulated lens-type or the encapsulated cube-corner-type, are disposed. The ultraviolet luminescenct portion includes fluorescent agent which emits light when irradiation by ultraviolet irradiation.

Abstract: A multilayer film includes:a. a first layer comprising a material having a melting point of at least 145.degree. C.;b. a second layer comprising a colorant blended with a polymer having a vicat softening point ranging from 100.degree. C. to 140.degree. C.;c. a third layer comprising a material having a melting point of at least 135.degree. C.; andd. a fourth layer comprising a material which is capable of forming a heat-seal,wherein, the second layer is positioned between the first and third layers and the fourth layer is an exterior layer.

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: The present invention provides a security document comprising (1) a laminate comprising two laminating elements serving as support and covering element and (2) an information carrier laminated between the laminating elements, at least one laminating element comprising two transparent or translucent plastic sheets serving as outer resin layer and inner resin layer characterized in that in the said at least one laminating element comprising an outer resin layer and an inner resin layer a fluorescent dye is comprised between said outer resin layer and said inner resin layer, said fluorescent dye giving light piping in said laminating element containing said fluorescent dye when irradiated with light having a wavelength between 200 and 1000 nm.

Abstract: An interior automotive skin material comprises a thermoplastic resinous base coat/clear coat paint film bonded to the outer surface of a thermoplastically formable semi-rigid resinous backing sheet. The base coat/clear coat paint film is preferably formed by dry paint transfer techniques in which the clear coat layer and pigmented base coat layer are coated on a polyester carrier and dried, followed by transfer-laminating the base coat/clear coat paint film from the carrier to the backing sheet on which the clear coat layer forms a low gloss protective outer surface. The clear coat material preferably comprises an alloy of an acrylic resin and a fluoropolymer resin, preferably polyvinylidene fluoride. The low surface gloss of the outer clear coat is produced by a dispersed fine particulate filler such as silica combined with coating the outer clear coat layer on a matte carrier.

Abstract: The invention relates to the field of providing coatings for articles, said coatings provided to enhance the visual appearance of the articles such as doors, for furniture, sporting goods and in general any articles where the appearance can be enhanced by providing a coating thereon. Typically the coatings can be provided to give the appearance that the article has been manufactured from a more expensive material, to provide advertising material thereon or generally to provide a more pleasing appearance to the eye. The invention provides a coating formed of a plastic sheet material to which has been applied at least one ink pattern which is viewable and said ink pattern is applied and the sheet material is of sufficient flexibility to enhance the appearance of the article and also to mimic the effect of contour changes of the articles.

Abstract: A thermal transfer foil (4) on which the following layer are stacked is superimposed on one side of a base film (4a), approximately 12 .mu.m to 25 .mu.m thick, relative to a substrate (11), such as a metal plate, comprising a timepiece face plate: a separable processing layer (4b), approximately 0.02 .mu.m thick; a transparent protective coloring layer (4c), approximately 2 .mu.m thick; and a reflection layer (4d), approximately 0.03 .mu.m to 0.05 .mu.m thick; as well as a thermoplastic resin layer (4e). Then, the base film (4a) is peeled off the thermal transfer foil (4), and then heat-pressed using a mold (21). Fine relief-and-indentation patterns are provided on the pressing surface (22) of the mold (21), which are transferred to the protective coloring layer (4c), the reflection layer (4d), and the thermoplastic resin layer (4e).

Abstract: A method for producing components such as knobs, switches, and other controls having multiple color display graphics is disclosed. The invention is particularly applicable to the production of graphics that are backlit for night time viewing. In one embodiment, a substrate is initially formed from a light-colored translucent polymeric material. A relatively dark-colored coating is provided on a surface of the translucent substrate, followed by removal of a portion of the coating from the substrate by laser etching to produce on a surface of the component a graphic comprising the material of the substrate. A translucent dye is transferred to the surface of the component by a sublimation dying process. The dye is visible on the graphic, but is either not present or not visible on the remaining surface portion of the component.

Abstract: This invention discloses a film and a method for forming a film that can be printed directly using electrostatic priming processes, eliminating the need for transfer of electrostatic images from an electrostatic paper to a polymeric film. The film is durable and conformable to a variety of surfaces and optionally has a field of pressure sensitive adhesive thereon for adhering to such variety of surfaces.

Abstract: A transfer paper for color electrophotography has an intermediate layer and transfer layers respectively provided on the surface side and back side of the intermediate layer. The intermediate layer has a surface resistivity which is higher than the surface resistivity of the transfer layers. The transfer paper has a basis weight of from 100 g/m.sup.2 to 160 g/m.sup.2. The surface of the transfer paper has a Bekk smoothness within the range of from 100 seconds to 200 seconds.

Abstract: Cookware with a multi-layer, non-stick coating on its cooking surface has a random spattered pattern of raised dots or globules in an inner coat, telegraphing roughness through an outer coating to create texture.

Abstract: Resilient floor coverings are disclosed wherein the wear layer is a polymer composition, prepared from an ionomer resin and a polyfunctional olefinic compound, such as a polyfunctional acrylate. These floor coverings have good visual appearance and good burn, abrasion and stain resistance.

Abstract: An informational article having a separation control material disposed on a portion of the surface of the article and an information receiving layer overlying at least a portion of the separation control material and a portion of the surface. The information receiving layer is adapted to receive information thereon. A transparent tape is adhesively bonded to the information receiving layer containing the information. The transparent tape is more strongly adhered to the information receiving layer than the information receiving layer is adhered to the separation control material. In this way, removal of the transparent tape from the article removes both (i) the information receiving layer and (ii) the information overlying the separation control material from the remainder of the information receiving layer and the information. Because of this, evidence of tampering is easily, visually, detectable. An associated method is also disclosed.

Abstract: Broadly, the present invention is directed to a method for making a metal tag bearing visible indicia thereon and which can be welded onto a substrate. Such inventive method commences by providing a metal sheet having (1) a painted zone upon which is imprinted visible indicia, and (2) a bare metal zone, to form said tag. A preform is attached to said bare metal zone, preferably by welding. The preform has a depression adapted to receive weld wire for welding said tag to said metal substrate. Preferably, the depression is a hole penetrating through the preform to the bare metal zone. The preform also is thicker than the metal tag, and of thickness effective for it being attached to metal by welding. The metal tag is attached to the substrate by inserting a weld wire through the preform hole to make contact with the tag bare metal zone and welding the metal tag to said substrate. Also disclosed is a metal tag bearing indicia thereon and which can be welded onto a metal substrate.

Abstract: An anti-reflection film is in the form of a laminated film composed of an uppermost film layer containing coloring matter having an absorbing peak in a region near the infrared region of 700 nm-900 nm, or coloring matter having an absorbing peak in a region of 600 nm-700 nm, or both of the above coloring matter, and the next film layer to the uppermost layer containing coloring matter having an absorbing peak in a region of 500 nm-600 nm. The anti-reflection film utilizes a variation of the refractive indexes based on abnormal refractive index dispersion by the films containing the coloring matter.

Abstract: Monochrome and polychrome color proofs, for the graphic arts industry, having an image carrier containing two layers A and B to control optical dot growth are described. Layer A contains at least one polyolefin and, in a preferred embodiment, a light-reflecting white pigment. Layer B contains at least one binder, at least one light-reflecting white pigment at between 50% and 90% by weight relative to Layer B, and at least one light-absorbing pigment. A process and a means for preparing such monochrome and polychrome color proofs are described.

Abstract: A method is provided for using a pad printing device to decorate a base surface with an image. Initially the form of the image is printed on the base surface using a base coat material which has a sufficiently high adhesion with the base surface. An ink image is then printed in registry with the base coat image using an ink which has a sufficiently high adhesion to the base coat material. The image is then printed in registry with the ink image using a top coat material which has a sufficiently high adhesion to the ink. Because each layer of material has a sufficiently high adhesion to the adjacent material, the resulting decorative label has a high adhesion to the base surface.

Abstract: An organic electroluminescent display device includes a plurality of pixels (10) including a substrate (12) upon which is disposed on a plurality of different light influencing elements, (14) (16) (18). Deposited atop each light influencing element is an organic electroluminescent display element (22) which is adapted to emit light of a preselected wavelength. A layer of an insulating, planarizing material (20) may optionally be disposed between the light influencing elements and the OED. Each of the light influencing elements is adapted to generate a different effect in response to light of a preselected incident thereon. In this way, it is possible to achieve a red, green, blue organic electroluminescent display assembly using a single organic electroluminescent display device.

Abstract: A security coating for business documents printed using noncontact as well as impact printing devices is provided which enhances the adhesion of toner particles and/or ink to a document substrate. Other security features may be also be added to the coating to provide a dual-function coating which also provides visible evidence of tampering, either by the application of solvents, mechanical abrasion, heat, or when pressure is applied.

Abstract: A phosphorescent article which has a phosphorescent layer and a transparent resin layer sequentially superposed on a reflective layer. It uses SrAl.sub.2 O.sub.4 as a phosphorescent pigment to be incorporated in the phosphorescent layer and a transparent resin containing no ultraviolet light absorber is used for the transparent resin layer. Further, for the convenience of use, an adhesive layer and a release layer may be sequentially superposed on the surface of the reflective layer opposite to the surface thereof contiguous to the phosphorescent layer.

Abstract: Improved method of applying guide markings to a writing surface such as posterboard. The guide markings are visually perceptible at a writing distance away from the posterboard, and substantially imperceptible at a viewing distance away from the--writing surface.

Abstract: In a first form, a layer of flexible transparent holographic film is coated on one side and a flexible open mesh scrim is disposed between the coating and a layer of flexible transparent reinforcing material. The scrim is secured to the coating and the reinforcing material by a flexible transparent adhesive. A second form is similar to the first form and has a second open mesh scrim disposed between the coating and layer of flexible transparent material and disposed adjacent the first scrim. A third form has two spaced layers of flexible transparent material with a scrim disposed therebetween and held in place by a flexible transparent adhesive; and the scrim has scrim members including threads of holographic material. A fourth form has ,two spaced layers of flexible transparent material with a scrim disposed therebetween and held in place by a flexible transparent adhesive; and particles of holographic film are disposed between the pair of layers.

Abstract: A security card comprising a backing, a cover film, and a security image, the security image being located between the backing and the cover film, the backing and the cover film being laminated together without an intermediate adhesive layer, wherein the backing comprises an amorphous copolyester or polyvinyl chloride, and the cover film comprises the other of polyvinyl chloride or an amorphous copolyester. Also, a method for making such security cards.

Abstract: A microscope slide having a glass plate, a marking surface coating on an area of the glass plate, and indicia formed by etching away portions of the marking surface coating. The marking surface coating may comprise an epoxy resin material, a ceramic material, or any other substance capable of being affixed as a layer onto a glass surface. The indicia may include machine-readable indicia, human-readable indicia, or both machine-readable and human-readable indicia. In order to produce accurate, high-quality indicia, a laser directed by a computer controller may be used to etch away the portions of the marking surface coating.

Abstract: A thermal transfer ribbon which forms image resistant to offset is provided which comprises a substrate, a first coating which contains a non-hiding pigment and a binder and a second coating which contains a colored pigment and a binder. The binders in each coating are compatible so as to transfer simultaneously to a receiving substrate upon the application of heat while the pigments are sufficiently distinct so as to maintain distinct layers when transferred. In preferred embodiments, coating formulations which are water-rich and allow for the use of minimal organic solvent are used to form the thermal transfer ribbon. Labels having images resistant to offset are also provided which comprise two layers, one a protective layer and one a colored ink layer, each with high loadings of pigment.

Abstract: Described is a shelf-life indicator for repeatedly sterilizable plastic products. The shelf-life indicator consists of a polymer incorporating heterogeneously distributed pigments. These pigments are further distributed, under the repeated action of heat, by diffusion so that a change in color takes place which indicates the end of the useful life of the plastic product. The shelf-life indicator can be combined with the plastic product.

Abstract: A retro-reflective vision control panel which includes an opaque sheet material coated with retro-reflective light reflecting particles and a dark opaque color on the reverse side thereof, and an image formed over top the retro-reflective particles using colored light permeable translucent inks or films to form an image thereon. The opaque sheet and image have a plurality of perforations spaced thereover such that when the light level on the image side of said panel is slightly less than, equal to, or greater than that on the other side, an observer on the image side clearly sees the image while an observer on the other side sees through the panel without seeing any trace whatsoever of the image or design.

Abstract: An informative card, such as a baseball trading card, has a rectangular shape and is made of sheet metal in such a way that it is free of pointed corners or exposed raw edges. The informative card comprises a single-layer metal blank which has a burr in the form of an upstanding pointed ridge along the periphery of the blank. A protective film, such as a layer of varnish, is applied on the card to cover the side with the burr so that the burr is shielded.

Abstract: Printed decorative paper having a three dimensional pattern comprises base paper 1, a printed design layer 2 formed of a water-based ink as an undercoat on a surface of the base paper, an overlying printed design pattern layer 3 formed of a water-based curable ink containing a repellent in harmony with said pattern in the undercoat, and overlying water-based curable topcoat 4 applied to the entire surface of the base paper in such a way that said topcoat in the areas where said printed design pattern layer 3 is formed is repelled to form concavities 5. This printed decorative paper is environment friendly due to the non-use of organic solvents, is enhanced in durability as a interior decor material and can be produced with high efficiency.

Abstract: There is disclosed an embossing foil, in particular, a hot embossing foil, preferably for the production of motor vehicle license plates wherein there is provided a decorative lacquer layer in at least a region-wise manner between a protective lacquer layer and at least one colored lacquer layer and wherein the decorative lacquer layer represents given graphic elements and comprises a lacquer containing pigments which luminesce upon being irradiated with light of a selected wavelength, preferably UV light and where the decorative lacquer layer or the transparent lacquer layer contain a material selected from the group consisting of a UV-absorber additive in an amount of from 0.5 to 2% by weight and a HALS-stabilizer in an amount of from 0.1 to 1.0% by weight.

Abstract: Pressure-sensitive adhesive labels are disclosed, as might be particularly useful for application with electrical cord sets. The label is utilized to provide long-term, cautionary information regarding the dangers associated with electrical cord sets. The surface area of the label exceeds the circumference of the cord set, thereby allowing the label to wrap about the circumference of the cord set and adhere to itself, while also securely attaching to the cord set. The label comprises a primary adhesive which features a high shear adhesion property. A paper liner is removed from the primary adhesive prior to application to the cord set. The primary adhesive is provided on a bottom surface of a facestock, which has a high tensile strength and is preferably formed substantially from a vinyl material. Preferably, the facestock is provided with plasticizers and is topcoated. Printing ink displays a cautionary message on the topcoated upper surface of the facestock.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a decorative sheet having an appearance, feeling and touch which are remarkably resemble to those of the grain of natural wood, and being excellent also in material characteristics such as abrasion resistance and heat resistance. The decorative sheet of the invention is characterized in that it comprises a substrate sheet, and a grain-pattern-printed layer having a grain pattern, formed on the substrate sheet, and that a built-up printed portion is provided on at least a part of a vessel pattern portion in the grain pattern of the grain-pattern-printed layer in such a manner that the built-up printed portion substantially corresponds with the vessel pattern portion.

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: A method of manufacturing a composite article having a front face containing a visible icon, which front face may be planer or arcuate. The method includes the steps of forming a core having perforate and imperforate portions in the core thereby creating a stencil defining the icon; forming an anvil having supporting surfaces in the shape of the icon and seated in supporting contact with the stencil; and forming the front layer of the article by injection molding an opaque plastic covering the front face of the core except for the imperforate portions of the stencil defining the icon. The composite article includes a core having a front face and a rear face with perforate and imperforate portions of the core forming a stencil defining the icon. An opaque plastic layer is formed on the front face of the core and covers the stencil except for the icon portion thereof.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a releasable wall covering and a method of producing the same. The wall covering comprises a reinforcing backing layer with a surfacing layer formed of a polymer coating overlying a front surface of the backing layer. A layer of printing is applied to the surfacing layer with a transparent top coating overlying the printing layer. A pressure sensitive adhesive layer formed of tacky polymeric microspheres is present on the rear surface of the backing layer so as to allow the wall covering to be repositionable upon installation and releasable after an extended time.

Abstract: A composition for a protective film, which comprises the following components (A), (B), (C) and (D), wherein the proportions of the main components (A) and (B) are substantially from 5 to 60 wt % of (A) and from 35 to 90 wt % of (B), based on the total amount of the composition: (A) a photopolymerizable polyfunctional (meth)acrylate monomer and/or oligomer; (B) an oligomer or polymer of a non-acrylic epoxide; (C) a photopolymerization initiator; and (D) an epoxy-curing agent.

Abstract: An iridescent sign and its method of manufacture requires a transparent substrate having a design printed thereon using a four-color process. A transparent film, having a pigment printed thereon, is laminated to the substrate with the design positioned between the substrate and the film. To obtain additional visual effects for the sign, selected portions of the substrate may be textured. Additionally, certain portions of the design can be masked with an opaque ink to give the masked portions a flat appearance while the remained of the sign retains its iridescent qualities.

Abstract: Monochrome and polychrome color proofs, for the graphic arts industry, having an image carrier containing two layers A and B to control optical dot growth are described. Layer A contains at least one polyolefin and, in a preferred embodiment, a light-reflecting white pigment. Layer B contains at least one binder, at least one light-reflecting white pigment at between 50% and 90% by weight relative to Layer B, and at least one light-absorbing pigment. A process and a means for preparing such monochrome and polychrome color proofs are described.

Abstract: A tape is adapted to be secured to a container or other object which when removed therefrom causes the display of a message which was formerly not visible, such as a notification that the object has been tampered with, the tape being provided on one surface with an adhesive layer so that it can be attached to the object and provided on its opposite surface with a release layer so that it can be wound upon itself and readily dispensed without having to remove a protective liner therefrom, the message displayed by the tape both when initially secured to said object and after removal therefrom being located on said one surface of said tape, whereby said tape may be readily and inexpensively manufactured and readily dispensed from appropriate mechanical equipment in large quantity applications.