US20120213960A1 - Self-laminating card and assembly - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates generally to an assembly for producing a laminated card, and more particularly to an invention which allows a user to record pertinent information onto a provided card, which can then be folded over to provide a front and rear side and then be instantly laminated.
- the invention is applicable, for example, for providing emergency medical information or quick reference contact information on a laminated card.
- This invention relates to a self-laminating, two-sided card which provides important information about its user.
- the assembly disclosed and claimed herein has particular, although not exclusive, application to providing information relating to critical health, medical and emergency contact information, or a temporary identification card, for general purposes.
- a card with the patient's emergency medical information can prove valuable. If a patient is unconscious, an emergency responder may look for any items on a patient which would disclose medical information. Therefore, having a laminated card which can always be carried by a person in their wallet or purse can prove useful in emergency situations.
- Biddle U.S. Pat. No. 3,068,140 discloses a method for creating a plastic identification device by typing, writing or otherwise inscribing information onto a base which is then cut and folded in half along a center line. The folded base sheet is then covered with transparent plastic material. Biddle teaches a lamination process which requires fusing a plastic sheet together by applying a combination of heat and pressure.
- Goeken U.S. Pat. No. 5,658,016 teaches an attachment for an identification card providing for example, medical information.
- Goeken discloses a transparent attachment which can only be used with and secured onto a separate, user provided identification card.
- Embodiments of the present invention generally provide a self-laminating enclosure with an informational card predisposed within the enclosure, which can then be folded along a perforation in its center.
- a construction for a card or label is provided within the self-contained unit and components thereof may be quickly utilized to provide a secure repository of information
- the invention includes an assembly incorporating components which allows a user to input vital information onto multiple sides of a blank card and then fold the card along a perforation before permanently sealing the card within a transparent plastic film enclosure.
- This plastic film enclosure sometimes referred to herein as a laminated enclosure, helps eliminate smudging of the written information, and provides a strong, durable and water resistant card.
- FIG. 1 is a front view of the self-laminating card prior to use.
- FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the self-laminating card, showing the four distinct layers of the present invention.
- FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the self-laminating card showing the laminate layer being lifted from the card to allow a user to input their information.
- FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the self-laminating card showing the rear backing layer being removed from the front laminate layer.
- FIG. 5 is a front, perspective view of the self-laminating card and showing the front laminate layer adhesively secured to the information card.
- FIG. 6 is a front, perspective view of the self-laminating card showing the card release liner being separated from the laminated information card.
- FIG. 7 is a perspective view of the self-laminating card in partial folded condition.
- FIG. 8A shows front and rear views of the self-laminating card after it has been completely assembled.
- FIG. 8B shows front and rear views of another embodiment of the self-laminating card after it has been completely assembled.
- FIG. 9 shows an alternative embodiment of the self-laminating card when used with a business card.
- FIGS. 3-7 show the steps of assembling the self-laminating card and FIGS. 8A and 8B show a completed embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 9 shows an alternate embodiment of the self-laminating card where it can be used to laminate any comparably sized card such as a business card.
- FIG. 1 is a front view of one embodiment of the self-laminating card 1 .
- there are four main layers to the assembly and portions of each layer are shown on FIG. 1 .
- the front and rear sides of the completely assembled laminated card 20 are shown positioned adjacent to each other prior to assembly of the self-laminating card 1 .
- the top layer of the self-laminating card 1 is composed of a transparent laminate layer 2 .
- the layer is a plastic web such as a plastic film or sheet.
- the transparent laminate layer 2 has an opaque-colored backing 4 which is temporarily held in place by adhesive on the inner face of the laminate layer 2 .
- the backing 4 which can also be referred to as laminate release liner 4 , forms the second layer of the self-laminating card 1 and allows the transparent laminate layer 2 to be easily separated and lifted from the card layer 6 . As shown in FIG. 3 , this allows for a user to input information onto the card 6 .
- the card 6 is provided within the self-laminating card assembly 1 and has a writable surface to allow a user to record their personal information onto the card 6 such as by printing.
- check boxes and blank lines are provided on the card 6 to allow a user to quickly and more efficiently enter their pertinent information.
- the card 6 can be brightly colored in order to alert an emergency responder to the fact that important information is available on the card 6 .
- the card 6 also has an adhesive backing which is temporarily held in place by second backing 8 which can also be referred to as a card release liner 8 .
- the card release liner 8 is the fourth and final layer and can be removed to reveal adhesive behind the card 6 .
- the card release liner 8 can be larger than the card 6 to allow for easier removal of the liner 8 .
- FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the self-laminating card 1 .
- the transparent laminate layer 2 is attached to the card layer 6 by an adhesive which is applied from the outer edge of the laminate layer 2 to a point which forms the attachment edge 3 .
- the attachment edge 3 is offset from the outer edge of the laminate layer 2 , to allow for a sufficient amount of adhesive to connect the two layers to each other.
- the adhesive which attaches the transparent laminate layer 2 to the card layer 6 may be stronger than the adhesive which attaches the release liners 4 , 8 to the laminate layer 2 and card layer 6 respectively.
- the attachment edge 3 runs the entire length of the self-laminating card 1 . Further, there is a perforated line which runs vertically along the center of the laminate layer 2 and card layer 6 which forms a fold center line 10 .
- the fold center line 10 will act as a guide for folding the self-laminating card 1 in half
- FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the self-laminating card 1 showing the first step in assembling the completed card 20 . After the necessary information has been entered onto the card 6 , a user can proceed to begin assembling the self-laminating card 1 . The first step is to lift and remove the laminate release liner 4 from the inner face of the laminate layer 2 , revealing a layer of adhesive. With this adhesive, the laminate layer 2 can now be pressed firmly onto the card 6 to securely and permanently laminate the card 6 .
- FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the self-laminating card 1 with the transparent laminate layer 2 applied to the card 6 . Put another way card 6 has a plastic film 2 adhesively fixed thereto which completely covers the card.
- FIG. 6 shows the next step in assembling the self-laminating card 1 .
- the card 6 is now ready to be folded upon itself to create a double-sided card.
- the card release liner 8 is separated from the card 6 , revealing a layer of adhesive.
- laminate release liner 4 and the card release liner 8 can have printed instructions alerting a user on instructions on how to assemble the self-laminating card 1 .
- these instructions can provide detailed step by step directions on how to assemble the self-laminating card 1 or may just provide an instruction to remove one or both of the release liners.
- the card 6 can now be folded in half along a perforated centerline 10 provided in the center of the card 6 . With its adhesive backing, the card 6 can be firmly pressed together, permanently joining its two sides. With the card now laminated, i.e., covered in plastic film, the written information is sealed within. The end result is a strong, durable, water resistant card which resists smudging.
- FIGS. 8A and 8B illustrate front and rear views of various embodiment of the completely assembled card 20 .
- FIG. 9 illustrates another use for the invention.
- FIG. 9 illustrates how the present invention can be used with a business card.
- the card 6 and card release liner 8 are first removed and discarded, leaving only the transparent laminate layer 2 and laminate release liner 4 .
- the assembly could of course be manufactured without card 6 and release liner 8 .
- the laminate release liner 4 is removed from the inner face of the laminate layer 2 , revealing a layer of adhesive.
- the laminate layer 2 can now be applied to both the front and rear of the business card. This alternate use of the present invention allows a user to instantly and permanently laminate any card, thereby adding to the overall flexibility of the invention.
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A self-laminating assembly for providing information, such as emergency medical or contact information, or a temporary identification card, for general purposes. Medical data or contact information is entered on a card which is predisposed within the assembly. The card can then be covered with a transparent plastic sheet and folded in half, along a perforation in its center to permanently seal the card within the transparent plastic enclosure.
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- The present invention relates generally to an assembly for producing a laminated card, and more particularly to an invention which allows a user to record pertinent information onto a provided card, which can then be folded over to provide a front and rear side and then be instantly laminated. The invention is applicable, for example, for providing emergency medical information or quick reference contact information on a laminated card.
- This invention relates to a self-laminating, two-sided card which provides important information about its user. The assembly disclosed and claimed herein has particular, although not exclusive, application to providing information relating to critical health, medical and emergency contact information, or a temporary identification card, for general purposes.
- In a situation where a patient is unconscious or otherwise unable to communicate, a card with the patient's emergency medical information can prove valuable. If a patient is unconscious, an emergency responder may look for any items on a patient which would disclose medical information. Therefore, having a laminated card which can always be carried by a person in their wallet or purse can prove useful in emergency situations.
- If the information contained on the card were smudged or otherwise inadvertently altered the car would be less useful. Therefore, it is advantageous to have this information protected within a transparent enclosure, such as plastic film or other web material.
- Biddle, U.S. Pat. No. 3,068,140 discloses a method for creating a plastic identification device by typing, writing or otherwise inscribing information onto a base which is then cut and folded in half along a center line. The folded base sheet is then covered with transparent plastic material. Biddle teaches a lamination process which requires fusing a plastic sheet together by applying a combination of heat and pressure.
- Goeken, U.S. Pat. No. 5,658,016 teaches an attachment for an identification card providing for example, medical information. However, Goeken discloses a transparent attachment which can only be used with and secured onto a separate, user provided identification card.
- Simpson et al., U.S. Pat. No. 7,005,170 teaches an assembly for placing an information sheet or card into an envelope, which is then secured with adhesive to close the envelope. However, the envelope does not create a permanent seal as the invention discloses the option for the envelope to be opened to obtain information on the card.
- Embodiments of the present invention generally provide a self-laminating enclosure with an informational card predisposed within the enclosure, which can then be folded along a perforation in its center. A construction for a card or label is provided within the self-contained unit and components thereof may be quickly utilized to provide a secure repository of information
- As will be seen below, the invention includes an assembly incorporating components which allows a user to input vital information onto multiple sides of a blank card and then fold the card along a perforation before permanently sealing the card within a transparent plastic film enclosure. This plastic film enclosure sometimes referred to herein as a laminated enclosure, helps eliminate smudging of the written information, and provides a strong, durable and water resistant card.
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FIG. 1 is a front view of the self-laminating card prior to use. -
FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the self-laminating card, showing the four distinct layers of the present invention. -
FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the self-laminating card showing the laminate layer being lifted from the card to allow a user to input their information. -
FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the self-laminating card showing the rear backing layer being removed from the front laminate layer. -
FIG. 5 is a front, perspective view of the self-laminating card and showing the front laminate layer adhesively secured to the information card. -
FIG. 6 is a front, perspective view of the self-laminating card showing the card release liner being separated from the laminated information card. -
FIG. 7 is a perspective view of the self-laminating card in partial folded condition. -
FIG. 8A shows front and rear views of the self-laminating card after it has been completely assembled. -
FIG. 8B shows front and rear views of another embodiment of the self-laminating card after it has been completely assembled. -
FIG. 9 shows an alternative embodiment of the self-laminating card when used with a business card. - While embodiments of this invention can take many different forms, specific embodiments thereof are shown in the drawings and will be described herein in detail with the understanding that the present disclosure is to be considered as an exemplification of the principles of the invention, as well as the best mode of practicing same, and is not intended to limit the invention to the specific embodiment illustrated.
- Referring now to the drawings, a self-laminating card and assembly construction in accordance with the teachings of the present invention is shown in its entirety and in the condition it is in prior to use in
FIGS. 1-2 .FIGS. 3-7 show the steps of assembling the self-laminating card andFIGS. 8A and 8B show a completed embodiment of the present invention.FIG. 9 shows an alternate embodiment of the self-laminating card where it can be used to laminate any comparably sized card such as a business card. -
FIG. 1 is a front view of one embodiment of the self-laminatingcard 1. In this embodiment, there are four main layers to the assembly and portions of each layer are shown onFIG. 1 . Also, the front and rear sides of the completely assembled laminatedcard 20 are shown positioned adjacent to each other prior to assembly of the self-laminatingcard 1. - The top layer of the self-laminating
card 1 is composed of atransparent laminate layer 2. The layer is a plastic web such as a plastic film or sheet. Thetransparent laminate layer 2 has an opaque-coloredbacking 4 which is temporarily held in place by adhesive on the inner face of thelaminate layer 2. Thebacking 4, which can also be referred to aslaminate release liner 4, forms the second layer of the self-laminatingcard 1 and allows thetransparent laminate layer 2 to be easily separated and lifted from thecard layer 6. As shown inFIG. 3 , this allows for a user to input information onto thecard 6. - The
card 6 is provided within the self-laminatingcard assembly 1 and has a writable surface to allow a user to record their personal information onto thecard 6 such as by printing. In one embodiment, check boxes and blank lines are provided on thecard 6 to allow a user to quickly and more efficiently enter their pertinent information. In another embodiment, thecard 6 can be brightly colored in order to alert an emergency responder to the fact that important information is available on thecard 6. - The
card 6 also has an adhesive backing which is temporarily held in place bysecond backing 8 which can also be referred to as acard release liner 8. Thecard release liner 8 is the fourth and final layer and can be removed to reveal adhesive behind thecard 6. Thecard release liner 8 can be larger than thecard 6 to allow for easier removal of theliner 8. Once thecard 6 is folded in half, the adhesive attaches the front and rear sides of thecard 6 onto themselves in a secure and permanent manner. Thecard assembly 1 is now completely assembled as a completedcard 20 which is now approximately the size of a credit card and laminated on both its front and rear side. Put another way the card has a transparent plastic web, such as a plastic film or sheet, adhesively fixed to the front and rear side of the card. -
FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the self-laminatingcard 1. Thetransparent laminate layer 2 is attached to thecard layer 6 by an adhesive which is applied from the outer edge of thelaminate layer 2 to a point which forms the attachment edge 3. The attachment edge 3 is offset from the outer edge of thelaminate layer 2, to allow for a sufficient amount of adhesive to connect the two layers to each other. The adhesive which attaches thetransparent laminate layer 2 to thecard layer 6 may be stronger than the adhesive which attaches therelease liners laminate layer 2 andcard layer 6 respectively. The attachment edge 3 runs the entire length of the self-laminatingcard 1. Further, there is a perforated line which runs vertically along the center of thelaminate layer 2 andcard layer 6 which forms afold center line 10. Thefold center line 10 will act as a guide for folding the self-laminatingcard 1 in half -
FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the self-laminatingcard 1 showing the first step in assembling the completedcard 20. After the necessary information has been entered onto thecard 6, a user can proceed to begin assembling the self-laminatingcard 1. The first step is to lift and remove thelaminate release liner 4 from the inner face of thelaminate layer 2, revealing a layer of adhesive. With this adhesive, thelaminate layer 2 can now be pressed firmly onto thecard 6 to securely and permanently laminate thecard 6.FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the self-laminatingcard 1 with thetransparent laminate layer 2 applied to thecard 6. Put anotherway card 6 has aplastic film 2 adhesively fixed thereto which completely covers the card. -
FIG. 6 shows the next step in assembling the self-laminatingcard 1. After applying thetransparent laminate layer 2, thecard 6 is now ready to be folded upon itself to create a double-sided card. To accomplish this, thecard release liner 8 is separated from thecard 6, revealing a layer of adhesive. In an alternate embodiment of the invention,laminate release liner 4 and thecard release liner 8 can have printed instructions alerting a user on instructions on how to assemble the self-laminatingcard 1. For example, these instructions can provide detailed step by step directions on how to assemble the self-laminatingcard 1 or may just provide an instruction to remove one or both of the release liners. - As illustrated in
FIG. 7 , thecard 6 can now be folded in half along aperforated centerline 10 provided in the center of thecard 6. With its adhesive backing, thecard 6 can be firmly pressed together, permanently joining its two sides. With the card now laminated, i.e., covered in plastic film, the written information is sealed within. The end result is a strong, durable, water resistant card which resists smudging. -
FIGS. 8A and 8B illustrate front and rear views of various embodiment of the completely assembledcard 20. -
FIG. 9 illustrates another use for the invention.FIG. 9 illustrates how the present invention can be used with a business card. However any comparably-sized flat object can be utilized. To be used with a card other than the providedcard 6, thecard 6 andcard release liner 8 are first removed and discarded, leaving only thetransparent laminate layer 2 andlaminate release liner 4. The assembly could of course be manufactured withoutcard 6 andrelease liner 8. As before, thelaminate release liner 4 is removed from the inner face of thelaminate layer 2, revealing a layer of adhesive. Thelaminate layer 2 can now be applied to both the front and rear of the business card. This alternate use of the present invention allows a user to instantly and permanently laminate any card, thereby adding to the overall flexibility of the invention. - From the foregoing, it will be observed that numerous variations and modifications may be effected without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. It is to be understood that no limitation with respect to the specific apparatus illustrated herein is intended or should be inferred. It is, of course, intended to cover by the appended claims all such modifications as fall within the scope of the claims.
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10. A method of assembling a card comprising: lifting a laminate layer from a card to enter information onto the card; lifting and removing a laminate release liner from the inner face of the laminate layer, revealing a layer of adhesive; firmly pressing the laminate layer onto the card to securely adhere the laminate layer to the card; lifting and removing a card release liner from the inner face of the card, revealing a layer of adhesive; folding the card in half along a perforated centerline provided in the center of the card; and firmly pressing the front and rear sides of the card together, permanently joining its two sides.
11. A method of assembling a user-provided card comprising: removing a card and card release liner from a transparent laminate layer and laminate release liner; lifting and removing the laminate release liner from the inner face of the laminate layer, revealing a layer of adhesive; inserting a user-provided card into the laminate layer; wrapping the laminate layer around the user provided card; and firmly pressing the laminate layer onto the user provided card to permanently seal the user provided card within.
12. The method of claim 10 wherein the laminate layer is a transparent plastic sheet or film.
13. The method of claim 11 wherein the laminate layer is a transparent plastic sheet or film.
14. The assembly of claim 1 wherein the laminate layer is a transparent plastic sheet or film.
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