Abstract: A multilayered protective covering including a plurality of sanitary/protective layers including a plurality of films coated with a pressure sensitive adhesive, each of the sanitary/protective layers being stacked to form the multilayered protective covering. The layers can be peeled away one from another by a non-adhesive pull-tab during the course of usage.

Abstract: Double-sided adhesive tape for affixing large sheetlike structures for the purposes of transit protection and/or assembly protection to substrates such as an automotive finish, consisting of a first adhesive side A comprising an adhesive A with a coatweight of greater than 10 g/m2 and a bond strength of at least 0.2 N/cm and of a second adhesive side B comprising an adhesive B having a melting point greater than 50° C., at least one of the adhesives, A or B, being self-adhesive and suitable for reversible bonding.

Abstract: The object of the invention is to provide a wiring board having the uniform quality at a high yield which is produced by hot-pressing and laminating on a wiring board base material a thermotropic liquid crystal polymer which is excellent as a wiring board covering material. The present invention provides a method of making a wiring board comprising: hot-pressing and laminating a thermotropic liquid crystal polymer film on a wiring board base material on the surface of which at least one layer containing a electro-conductive circuit is exposed, characterized by that a viscoelastic characteristic of the thermotropic liquid crystal polymer film is measured at a low frequency within a laminating temperature region and the hot-pressing is carried out at a temperature selected so that the viscoelastic characteristic falls within a predetermined range.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a film comprising a vulcanised thermoplastic elastomer, a polypropylene based polyolefine composition and optionally an ethylene polymer. The film for example comprises from 30-90 parts by weight of vulcanised thermoplastic elastomer, 5-65 parts by weight of the polypropylene based polyolefin composition and optionally from 0-50 parts by weight of the ethylene polymer wherein said parts by weight are based upon 100 parts by weight of the vulcanised thermoplastic elastomer, the polypropylene based polyolefin composition and the ethylene polymer. The films are used in soft touch applications, consumer applications, medical applications, hygienic applications, packaging, and automotive or clothing applications. The films are for example useful in baby diapers, surgical drapes, surgical pouches, hospital linens, diaper waist bands and side tabs, adult incontinence products, feminine hygiene products and wound care products.

Abstract: A card sheet including a top material having punched lines, the front side of the top material being printable. A carrier material of at least one polymer layer is directly applied as by extruding to the back side of the top material. The polymer has a stress-at-break in the range of 10 to 30 MPa and an elongation at break in the range of 10 to 120%. From the card sheet individual cards may be broken out to form high quality calling (business) cards, photograph cards, post cards or the like.

Abstract: A wire marker is provided. A carrier strip includes a first layer having at least one opening, two bands applied to opposite edges of the first layer, the bands including an adhesive on at least one side, and a label secured into the opening and attached to the adhesive. At least one access perforation may be located on the first layer that is horizontal and adjacent to one side of the opening. The access perforation facilitates removal of the label from the carrier and allows for insertion of a cable through the label. A plurality of horizontal carrier perforations may further be located between each opening on the first layer to facilitate removal of the carrier strip from a printer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a continuous web (1) consisting of a thin material, for instance paper, divided by a plurality of separation areas (3). Said separation areas (3) constitute delimitations between tickets (2) and are positioned at a distance from each other in the longitudinal direction (y) of the web and extend in the cross direction (x) between the edges (7) of the web and consist of a number of separate slot sections (4, 5) essentially extending in the cross direction (x). The invention is substantially characterized in that the slot sections (4, 5) are situated at a distance in the longitudinal direction (y) in relation to adjacent slot sections (4, 5) within the same separation area (3) so that adjacent tickets (2), before tearing off, are held together by material areas (6) situated between adjacent slot sections (4, 5).

Abstract: Multilayer forms and methods for producing the same are described. An example multilayer form includes a first layer with a first front face and a first back face, a second layer with a second front face and a second back face, and a third layer with a third front face and a third back face. The example multilayer form also includes a first line of weakness through at least the second layer and the third layer, and the three layers are coupled together between a first end and the first line of weakness. In addition, a second line of weakness extends through at least the first layer and the third layer, and at least the first layer and third layer are coupled between the second line of weakness and a second end.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to methods, systems, and apparatus for obtaining flame-perforated films which reduce or eliminate skewing of perforations in such films caused by thermal creep, whereby the film has perforations arranged to provide controlled tear characteristics, especially in both the lengthwise or machine direction (MD), and the crosswise or transverse direction (TD).

Abstract: A label L is formed to include a first label area L1 and a second label area L2 which is folded back to a rear surface side of the first label L1. The second label area L2 is stuck to an adhesive layer 11 side of the first label area L1 so that a printed surface thereof is positioned at an adherend side and when a part of the adhesive layer 11 is stuck to the adherend, a state that the printed surface is concealed is maintained. Confirmation and storage of the printed information on the second label area L2 is carried out through tearing off along tear-off lines 13, 14, 15 and 17.

Abstract: A bearing housing with at least one bearing for the vibration damper, where the bearing has a bearing input part and a bearing output part, which are able to rotate with respect to each other during operation. The bearing has an assembly lock, which prevents the bearing input part from rotating with respect to the bearing output part during installation in a vehicle.

Abstract: A form that incorporates either a label or card such that the form can be reliably printed on by the end user and manufactured less expensively. The integrated label form includes a top printable substrate and a liner substrate mated together by an adhesive. The top printable substrate serves at least partially as removable portions capable of being reapplied. Weakened lines of substrate may be provided to define removable portions on the top printable substrate. The form also may include a similar printable substrate mated to the other side of the liner by adhesive. Weakened lines of substrate also may formed in the second substrate to define removable portions. The integrated card form includes a printable substrate and a first and second laminate mated to the substrate and together by an adhesive. Weakened lines of substrate and first laminate define an integrated removable portion capable of being held in the form by the second laminate and easily removed manually when desired.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bi-oriented polypropylene film comprising tear orientation in the transverse direction. By virtue of this achieved property, this film is suitable for making packages, especially in the food and paper sectors, since it provides easy opening of the package, besides preventing damages to the packed product or even to the opened package itself. Further, the invention relates to a process for preparing said film and article comprising the bi-oriented polypropylene film having a tear orientation.

Abstract: A method for removing material between the panels of a foldable blank (100), includes the steps of: separating at least a portion of the blank with a contoured line (25) to define a first panel (15) and a second panel (20), terminating the contoured line at a vertex (V), selecting one of the first and second panels as a trimmed panel (15) from which material is to be removed, defining a first line (R) that includes a pair of first and second points (P1, P2) on an edge of the trimmed panel, and removing a portion (A) of the trimmed panel defined by the first line and a section of the edge lying between the first and second points.

Abstract: An enhanced polymeric void board for placement between adjacent horizontal layers of masonry materials to maintain an opening in a lower of the layers, the enhanced void board comprising a relatively thin planar element having a plurality of ribs extending along the length of the planar element.

Abstract: An enhanced polymeric void board for placement between adjacent horizontal layers of masonry materials to maintain an opening in a lower of the layers, the enhanced void board comprising a relatively thin planar element having a plurality of ribs extending along the length of the planar element and a plurality of holes through the planar element.

Abstract: A label sheet includes a transparent film support material, a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer, a release layer, a printable layer, one or more first detachment lines, and one or more second detachment lines. The transparent film support material has an inner surface and an outer surface. The pressure-sensitive adhesive layer is disposed over the transparent film support material inner surface. The release layer is disposed over the pressure-sensitive adhesive layer. The printable layer is disposed over the pressure-sensitive adhesive layer, and includes an inner surface facing the release layer and an opposing outer surface. The outer surface exhibits a roughness of 4 to 50 ?m (DIN 4768). The one or more first detachment lines extend from the printable layer outer surface and through the printable layer and the release layer, to thereby form a first sub-region.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods for manufacturing lightweight building boards (1) starting from a workpiece (2) which comprises two thin-walled cover layers (4, 6) and at least one core layer (8) which is disposed between the cover layers (4, 6) and is made of a light filling material, the at least one core layer (8) possessing cavities and having a lower average density than the cover layers. The method comprises the following steps: forming in the workpiece (2) at least one groove (10) which extends through at least one first cover layer (4) and at least partly through the at least one core layer (8) and circumscribes at least a portion of a contour of the lightweight building board (1) to be manufactured; introducing a hardenable mass (12) into the at least one groove (10); at least partly hardening the hardenable mass (12); and making a separating cut along the at least one groove (10), so the at least partly hardened mass (12) is separated in the longitudinal direction of the groove.

Abstract: A tissue roll for peripheral dispensing is provided with zones of perforations for facilitating the detachment of tissue substrate sheet. The tissue roll is wound along its length and has a width that is perpendicular to its length. The zones of perforations have a general direction that is at an angle greater than zero to the width of the tissue substrate. Benefits for ease of dispensing and for process-ability are induced. In one embodiment a differential perforation pattern is used. The invention also relates to the process of making such a tissue roll.

Abstract: It is an object of the invention to provide a label which enables a user to recognize information necessary when using a medicine bag in a reliable fashion. A label includes a base part 12 indicating thereon basic information including at least information on ingredients of medicines accommodated in a medicine bag 1 and a detachable part 14 detachably joined to the base part 12. The label is characterized in that the detachable part 14 is so shaped as to be attachable to such an area of the medicine bag 1 that it becomes difficult to use the medicine bag 1 when a surface of the area is covered, and the detachable part 14 indicates thereon characteristic information including at least directions on use of the medicine bag 1.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pressure-sensitive tape for closing, sealing, and gluing joints, in particular in housing construction, and in particular joints in corners and edges, that has a backing 1 on the tape top side, an adhesive coating 2 of the backing 1 on the tape bottom side, and a removable protective film 3 on the tape bottom side. At least one first fold section 4 is folded in the transverse direction of the tape along a first fold 5 edge that runs in the longitudinal direction of the tape, and at least one portion of the adhesive coating 3 is not covered with the protective film 2 along one longitudinal section of the tape.

Abstract: A thermal bonding pattern for nonwoven fabric possessing improved abrasion resistance while retaining softness, comprising a basket-weave pattern or other pattern having a transition area (2) equal to at least 10% of bonding spot area (1) in FIG. 1, more preferably a transition area (2) equal to at least 50% of bonding spot area (1), and most preferably a transition area (2) equal to at least 100% of bonding spot area.

Abstract: The use of a heat-sealable, composite film comprising a polymeric substrate layer having a first and second surface and disposed on a surface of the substrate layer a barrier layer, wherein (i) the substrate layer has one or more venting means therein; (ii) the thickness of the barrier layer is from about 0.05 to about 30 ?m; (iii) the barrier layer comprises a polyester thermoplastic elastomer; and (iv) the Tensile Elongation At Break of the barrier layer measured according to ASTM D882 is at least 250%, as packaging for an ovenable meal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an adhesive tape roll. The adhesive tape roll is formed by connecting several adhesive plates to one another, wherein a mark portion is formed between every two adhesive plates to be recognized easily after use of the adhesive plates for facilitating tearing off of the adhesive plates so as to renew the adhesive plates.

Abstract: A multi-layer web and method for making an automation-compatible multi-layer web from a continuous web, where the multi-layer web can be separated into a plurality of inserts, such as booklets. The multi-layer web is constructed with adhesive and perforations such that it can be conveniently fed through an automated machine commonly known in the art to rapidly separate perforations and secure the resulting booklet to a printed publication.

Abstract: Print media having detachable cards affixed thereto and method for forming the print media including providing a first preprinted roll of web paper having a first thickness and providing a second preprinted roll of web paper having a second thickness, where the first the thickness is greater than the second thickness. Customer information is imaged or applied on a first ribbon of the first roll of preprinted web paper and die cut into cards which are glued to a second ribbon of the second preprinted roll of web paper which is also contains printed information and the second ribbon is separated into sections where each section includes a card glued thereto. The first roll of web paper is a single layer stock paper of the first thickness.

Abstract: A plastic component is attached to a mounting structure by a fastener that extends at least into a mounting hole in the plastic component. The mounting hole is located near an edge corner of a cantilevered mounting tab that forms part of the plastic component. The mounting tab comprises a generally flat plate that has a depending flange that extends around a rounded comer near which the mounting hole is located and a depending sleeve that is contiguous with the mounting hole. The mounting tab has a break away portion so that the plastic component can be removed for recycling easily. Three variations of the breakaway portion are disclosed.

Abstract: The instant invention relates to a new liquid repellent and stain resistant barrier fabric comprising a fabric substrate having a face side and an underside with spaced-apart indentations on the underside of the fabric substrate; a primary treat composition covering at least the face side of the fabric substrate; a perforated polymeric latex overlaying the underside of the fabric substrate, wherein the perforations align with the spaced-apart indentations; a polymeric adhesive layer covering the perforated latex; and a polymeric barrier film overlaying the adhesive layer. Such liquid repellent and stain resistant barrier fabrics are suitable in home furnishing and commercial applications.

Abstract: The invention relates to a perforated film composition, comprising at least three layers, and wherein at least one layer is a inner layer with a softening and/or melting temperature, lower than the respective softening and/or melting temperatures of at least two outer layers, located at opposite surfaces of the inner layer, and where upon exposure to elevated temperature, the inner layer softens or melts to such an extent, that upon exposure to a compression force, a sufficient number of perforations seal in the inner layer, to impart an increased moisture barrier to the overall film composition. The invention also relates to a method of forming such a perforated film composition, packages prepared from the same, and a method of filling packages prepared from the perforated film composition.

Abstract: Slitters cut through a first layer of film immediately prior to lamination of the first layer to a second layer of film to form a strip therebetween. The degree of bonding between the first and second layers is adjusted so that the strip can be removed without harming the rest of the film or destroying any barrier properties. The lamination process can utilize extrusion lamination or adhesive lamination to provide a variety of uses: removable coupons, prize disclosures, stickers, and an adhesive re-close strip.

Abstract: The embossed or printed web material article comprises at least two plies (V1, V2) of tissue paper joined together by gluing and forming at least one multi-ply sheet. The sheet has a principal pattern (D), embossed or printed, in a substantially intermediate position with respect to the surface of the article, and secondary embossed or printed patterns (U, V) of smaller dimensions arranged along the edge lines of the article and interrupted by said edge lines. FIG. 3 schematically shows an axonometric view of the embossing roller (21). The cylindrical surface of which is indicated with 21S. Defined on the surface of the roller are annular i.e. circumferential areas or bands (21C), along which protuberances are arranged to define an embossing pattern, which will be referred to hereunder as circumferential secondary embossing pattern. A longitudinal band (21L) is also represented on the cylindrical surface of the embossing roller.

Abstract: An adhesive sheet is disclosed including a flexible substrate and an adhesive layer formed on at least one of the main surfaces of the flexible substrate. The adhesive sheet further includes a plurality of microscopic holes connecting the opposing surfaces of the sheet and being generally perpendicular to them. Such adhesive sheet is permeable by air and allows good bubble escapability when the sheet is applied to an article. Sufficient permeability of the sheet to air is achieved with microscopic size holes installed in modest areal densities, hence the appearance and functionality of the film surface are not significantly adversely impacted. One intended use of the subject invention is for tinting films used to reduce light transmission in windows for use in buildings and automobiles. In this application visual appearance of the film is paramount.

Abstract: A release film for soft composite materials is provided. The release film contains a film with a closely packed self-assembled monolayer. A method of applying soft composite materials to a substrate without loss of the soft composite material to the release film is also provided. The method is useful in applications such as applying thermal pastes to semiconductor packaging.

Abstract: A prepaid long-distance telephone calling card has two or more distinct PIN numbers each obscured by opaque scratch-off material. Each PIN number is associated with prepaid value. A user can scratch off the opaque material for PIN numbers one by one, and the value for each PIN number expires in a way that is unrelated to any other PIN number on the card.

Abstract: According to the invention, a separation line (3) is spanned by a mass applied by printing, spraying, moulding or other means, forming a spanning layer (6) after fixing by a drying and/or cross-linking and/or other physical and/or chemical process, which limits the relative movement of parts adjacent to the separation line (3). A film element comprising only one film layer (1) can be simply and economically modified such as to be significantly easier to dispense, in particular on automatic or semiautomatic dispensing machines. The spanning layer (6) can combine other properties other than the spanning of the separation line, for example, increasing the stability and/or improving the handling properties of a part of the film element. Planar overprinted suspension loops (2) of such adhesive labels can hence be better gripped as a result of the reinforcing effect of the overprinting.

Abstract: A direct mail form having a bond paper layer extending across an entire width and length of the form. An adhesive label portion extends across a limited portion of the bond paper layer. The adhesive label portion of the bond paper layer is treated with a silicone release coating prior to application of the adhesive label portion to the bond paper layer. A bottom surface of the bond paper layer is printed prior to application of the silicone layer. The adhesive label portion and remaining free portion of the bond paper layer are subsequently printed with the bond paper layer also being printed prior to application of the silicone layer and adhesive layer portion so that upon removal of the adhesive label portion, printing is exposed.

Abstract: An adhesive tape masking article that can be used to mask both a door hinge or a corner includes a thin flexible sheet of material having opposed first and second major surfaces, first and second side edges, first and second end edges, and arcuate corners extending between at least one of the first and second side edges and the first and second end edges, and adhesive on at least a portion of at least one of the first and second major surfaces, thereby defining an adhesive surface for adhering the sheet to a surface to be masked. The sheet includes a frangible connection that allows the sheet to be separated into two masking articles, each of which can be used to mask corners.

Abstract: A method of melting material (1), for use in tissue processing, includes placing the material in solid form (1) into a bath (16, 18, 20), and applying heat. The material (1) has a total volume that substantially equates to a predetermined fill volume of the bath (16, 18, 20), sufficient to effect the required tissue processing. The bath (18) may include a heater spike (E) on which the material (1) is mounted for melting, and a weighted plate that forces the material downwardly into the bath. The material (1) may comprise rectangular blocks of paraffin wax that conform to the surface of the bath (16, 18, 20), for the infiltration and embedding of histological specimens.

Abstract: A web of print media dispensable as individual sheets along lines of perforation includes a pattern of ties and slits that provide a more predictable resistance to manually separating the sheets from the web. The lines of perforation extend transversely with respect to a longitudinal dimension of the web and cross a longitudinal centerline between two edges of the web. The ties are weaker near the centerline of the web than near either of the two edges sufficient to relatively increase resistance to tearing along the lines of perforation starting near either of the two edges while relatively decreasing resistance to tearing along the same lines of perforation starting near the centerline of the web.

Abstract: A method for the introduction of at least one locally limited weakening into a decorative composite, in particular for use in an automotive vehicle, by way of a plurality of laser beams, is disclosed. The decorative composite includes at least one decorative substrate, at least one decorative material and at least one upholstered layer arranged between the decorative substrate and the decorative material. The weakening is formed after the joining of the decorative composite as a sequence of first blind holes or perforations, which penetrate the decorative substrate completely, and unweakened webs between these blind holes or perforations. At least one second blind hole, which does not penetrate the decorative substrate, is introduced into at least one web.

Abstract: A kraft paper sheet contains and/or is coated with a fungi growth-inhibiting agent that causes the kraft paper sheet to be fungi growth resistant. The kraft paper sheet alone or as part of a layered sheet material is used as a central field portion of facings for various faced building insulation assemblies. The facings, as part of an insulation assembly, are fungi growth resistant; may be perforated to provide the facing with a selected water vapor permeance; and/or may include a bonding layer, such as a heat activated bonding layer, that bonds the facing to an insulation layer of the assembly.

Abstract: The invention includes a tying or carrying device comprising a flexible elongate member defining generally flat top and bottom surfaces and defining at least two apertures spaced apart and extending longitudinally along the flexible elongate member and between the top and bottom surfaces. The device may be used to carry a plurality of objects, such as garment hangers. The invention includes a roll or sheet comprising a flexible foamed polymer, wherein the roll or sheet is cut to form two or more of the flexible elongate members. The invention further includes a method for carrying a plurality of items comprising the steps of providing a device comprising an elongated member, placing a portion of each item between the ends of the elongated member, inserting the an end of the elongated member through an aperture, pulling, and placing a hand or protrusion through an aperture or grasping an end.

Abstract: A card sheet including a top material layer having pre-cut weakened lines extending partially but not completely through the top material layer, the top material layer having a front side and a back side; and a starch composition layer applied to the back side of the top material layer, wherein at least a portion of the starch composition diffuses into the top material layer to a depth and renders the top material layer breakable along the weakened lines. A method of making the card sheet, including providing the top material layer, cutting partially through the top material layer; and applying a starch composition to form the starch composition layer on the back side of the top material layer; and at least partially removing any diluent present in the starch composition. The top material layer may be printable, and the card sheet may include a second top material layer.

Abstract: A band-like matter fastening seal for fixing a wound end of a band-like matter that is wound in a roll form to the body of said band-like matter, includes: a first attaching part adhered to said end of the band-like matter; a second attaching part having an attaching side adhered to the body of the matter in order to fasten the end to the body of the matter; and a handle part extended from the second attaching part, the attaching side being exposed when the attaching side is lifted from a masking side covering the attaching side, wherein the handle part rises up along the tangent line of the roll when a portion of the band-like matter fastening seal in the vicinity of the handle part is curved.

Abstract: The Easy Painting Drop board is made of white high core plastic with vertical corrugated lines imprinted, also can be made in different colors. The drop board can be used in cold and hot weather condition. This condition doesn't take away from protection of the floor inside or outside. The drop boards have freedom to move during cold and warm conditions, on floors etc. The drop board is versatile it folds for painting doors, handrails, closets, and spraying etc. Leak proof and washable.

Abstract: A sheet of material formed for bending along a bend line including a sheet of material (30) includes a plurality of dividing slits (37) and a plurality of strap slits (39) formed therethrough. The dividing slits extending substantially along a desired bend line (35) and divide the sheet of material into first and second planar regions (32, 33). The strap slits intersect the desired bend line and adjacent pairs of strap slits form a bending strap therebetween. The bending strap has a longitudinal strap axis intersecting the desired bend line. The sheet of material may be formed of composite materials. A method of forming and using the sheet of material is also disclosed.

Abstract: A plastics bag has at least one seal (34, 36) extending parallel to the mouth of the bag to close the sides. Preferably, a reclosable zipper seal (36) is provided below a top seal (34). A novel tag is provided, secured to the zipper seal (36) and extending through the top seal (34). The tag (11) is generally M-shaped in cross-section with its outside legs secured to the seals and with an inner tuck which the consumer can withdraw from the mouth of the bag and break open to make an access hole through the seal or seals into the interior of the bag to facilitate full opening of the mouth of the bag. Methods of manufacturing such bags are also described, particularly for use with form-fill-seal machines.

Abstract: A faced building insulation assembly includes a first facing forming a first major surface of the assembly with a central field portion having one or more spunbond continuous polymeric filament mat layers. Preferably, the facing is fungi growth resistant and has a selected water vapor permeance rating as applied to an insulation layer of the assembly. The facing may also include one or more polymeric film layers, a fungi growth inhibiting agent, a pesticide, and/or a heat activated bonding agent that bonds the facing to the insulation layer of the assembly. The insulation assembly may also include a second facing forming a second major surface of the assembly that has a water vapor permeance rating equal to or differing from the first facing.

Abstract: A cover sheet for protecting unprinted labels of a label assembly includes a number of removable shields that overlie the unprinted labels during printing.

Abstract: An adhesive sheet for water jet laser dicing, comprises an adhesive layer laminated on a base film, wherein the adhesive constituting the adhesive layer is an energy radiation curing type adhesive, and said adhesive sheet has an adhesive strength of at least 1.5 N/20 mm.