EP0953457A3 - Apparatus and method for transferring graphic representations on an object by sublimation - Google Patents

Apparatus and method for transferring graphic representations on an object by sublimation Download PDF

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EP0953457A3
EP0953457A3 EP99108406A EP99108406A EP0953457A3 EP 0953457 A3 EP0953457 A3 EP 0953457A3 EP 99108406 A EP99108406 A EP 99108406A EP 99108406 A EP99108406 A EP 99108406A EP 0953457 A3 EP0953457 A3 EP 0953457A3
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sublimation
graphic representations
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Giovanni Bortolato
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Lasa Impianti Srl
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B44—DECORATIVE ARTS
    • B44C—PRODUCING DECORATIVE EFFECTS; MOSAICS; TARSIA WORK; PAPERHANGING
    • B44C1/00—Processes, not specifically provided for elsewhere, for producing decorative surface effects
    • B44C1/16—Processes, not specifically provided for elsewhere, for producing decorative surface effects for applying transfer pictures or the like
    • B44C1/165—Processes, not specifically provided for elsewhere, for producing decorative surface effects for applying transfer pictures or the like for decalcomanias; sheet material therefor
    • B44C1/17—Dry transfer
    • B44C1/1712—Decalcomanias applied under heat and pressure, e.g. provided with a heat activable adhesive
    • B44C1/1716—Decalcomanias provided with a particular decorative layer, e.g. specially adapted to allow the formation of a metallic or dyestuff layer on a substrate unsuitable for direct deposition
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B41—PRINTING; LINING MACHINES; TYPEWRITERS; STAMPS
    • B41M—PRINTING, DUPLICATING, MARKING, OR COPYING PROCESSES; COLOUR PRINTING
    • B41M5/00—Duplicating or marking methods; Sheet materials for use therein
    • B41M5/025—Duplicating or marking methods; Sheet materials for use therein by transferring ink from the master sheet
    • B41M5/035—Duplicating or marking methods; Sheet materials for use therein by transferring ink from the master sheet by sublimation or volatilisation of pre-printed design, e.g. sublistatic
    • B41M5/0358—Duplicating or marking methods; Sheet materials for use therein by transferring ink from the master sheet by sublimation or volatilisation of pre-printed design, e.g. sublistatic characterised by the mechanisms or artifacts to obtain the transfer, e.g. the heating means, the pressure means or the transport means

Abstract

An apparatus for transferring graphic representations on an object by sublimation comprises vacuum means for generating a vacuum for adhering a graphic representation provided on a foil shaped support on said object, and transfer means for transferring said graphic representations from said foil to said object by sublimation; the machine further comprises packing means for automatically wrap said object with said foil. <IMAGE>
EP99108406A 1998-04-30 1999-04-29 Apparatus and method for transferring graphic representations on an object by sublimation Expired - Lifetime EP0953457B1 (en)

Applications Claiming Priority (2)

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ITMI980935 1998-04-30
IT1998MI000935A IT1305612B1 (en) 1998-04-30 1998-04-30 MACHINE AND PROCEDURE TO TRANSFER THROUGH SUBLIMATION GRAPHIC REPRESENTATIONS ON AN OBJECT

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EP0953457A2 EP0953457A2 (en) 1999-11-03
EP0953457A3 true EP0953457A3 (en) 2001-11-07
EP0953457B1 EP0953457B1 (en) 2004-02-18

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EP99108406A Expired - Lifetime EP0953457B1 (en) 1998-04-30 1999-04-29 Apparatus and method for transferring graphic representations on an object by sublimation

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AT (1) ATE259720T1 (en)
DE (1) DE69914822D1 (en)
ES (1) ES2213941T3 (en)
IT (1) IT1305612B1 (en)

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ITMI20041891A1 (en) * 2004-10-06 2005-01-06 Lasa Impianti Srl PROCEDURE AND EQUIPMENT FOR CONTINUOUS DECORATION USING PROFILE SUBLIMATION.
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WO1996000658A1 (en) * 1994-06-30 1996-01-11 Claveau Jean Noel Device for sublimating a decoration on the surface of an object of any shape
EP0721886A1 (en) * 1995-01-13 1996-07-17 Burton's Gold Medal Biscuits Limited Machine for packaging items in a web of packaging material formed into a tube
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WO1998008694A1 (en) * 1996-08-28 1998-03-05 Verniciatura Industriale Veneta S.P.A. Process for decorating sections made of metal, plastic material or the like, and related apparatus
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DE3935605A1 (en) * 1989-10-26 1991-05-02 Decorex Lizenz Ag Applying transfer to surface of can - involves mandrel to hold can while receiving transfer
US5590509A (en) * 1994-03-23 1997-01-07 W. R. Grace & Co-Conn. Process and machine for conditioning any products in containers such as barquettes
WO1996000658A1 (en) * 1994-06-30 1996-01-11 Claveau Jean Noel Device for sublimating a decoration on the surface of an object of any shape
EP0721886A1 (en) * 1995-01-13 1996-07-17 Burton's Gold Medal Biscuits Limited Machine for packaging items in a web of packaging material formed into a tube
WO1998008694A1 (en) * 1996-08-28 1998-03-05 Verniciatura Industriale Veneta S.P.A. Process for decorating sections made of metal, plastic material or the like, and related apparatus
EP0888905A2 (en) * 1997-07-04 1999-01-07 V.I.V. International S.p.A. Process and apparatus for printing and decorating by means of sublimable inks

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ITMI980935A1 (en) 1999-10-30
ES2213941T3 (en) 2004-09-01
IT1305612B1 (en) 2001-05-09
EP0953457B1 (en) 2004-02-18
EP0953457A2 (en) 1999-11-03

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