WO1999036275A1 - Procede et systeme de transfert d'images photographiques sur du cuir et des materiaux similaires - Google Patents

Procede et systeme de transfert d'images photographiques sur du cuir et des materiaux similaires Download PDF

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WO1999036275A1
WO1999036275A1 PCT/US1999/000701 US9900701W WO9936275A1 WO 1999036275 A1 WO1999036275 A1 WO 1999036275A1 US 9900701 W US9900701 W US 9900701W WO 9936275 A1 WO9936275 A1 WO 9936275A1
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Henry R. Martinez
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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
    • B44C1/10—Applying flat materials, e.g. leaflets, pieces of fabrics
    • 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

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  • the present invention relates to a system and process for transferring images, including photographic images, to apparel for decorative purposes. Specifically, the present invention relates to a system and process for properly preparing leather goods and like materials to accept a transferred image, and for transferring the image to the leather goods such that the image is durably affixed to the goods. More specifically, the present invention relates to a system and process for transferring photographic images to, for example, properly cleaned and prepared leather goods and apparel, for long lasting crisp images.
  • Silk screening processes have been successful in providing for the application of a range of images onto apparel. Silk screening has even been used for leather goods with somewhat less spectacular results.
  • the use of silk screening carries with it the limitations of that process in general, including the requirement for patterns, the limitations of number and range of colors and the dependency on the operator of the process for consistent results.
  • the application of a detailed photographic image to leather goods using a silk screening process would require a significant amount of patience, pattern work, skill and repetitions to achieve a consistent high quality result.
  • the present invention is intended to address all of the shortcomings of the available processes for applying images and designs to leather goods and the like. Specifically, the present invention introduces a system and method for cleaning an animal skin, like a piece of leather, with a lacquer thinner to ensure that the waxes used to preserve the animal skin are removed Once the animal skin is cleaned, it must be dried using the present invention to prepare it properly for the introduction of a paint such as PLASTIKOTETM, a pliable and elastic paint material manufactured by Plasti-kote Company, Inc , of Medina, Ohio, which, when applied to a targeted portion of the animal skin, will penetrate into the animal skin and form the base for the transfer of the image
  • a transfer medium usually a transfer paper having an image reproduced on it through the use of a laser copier or printer, is introduced over the targeted portion of the animal skin Once the transfer medium is in place, the present invention calls for the application of temperature (approximately 350°F) and pressure (approximately 20-35 p
  • FIG 1 is an illustration of a piece of leather material having been prepared by leather goods supplier to include one or more type of protective waxes
  • FIGs 2 A and 2B are illustrations of devices for stretching the leather piece and securing the edges of the leather piece to allow for the leather piece to be cleaned
  • FIG 2 A illustrates the use of ordinary thumb-tacks and
  • FIG 2B illustrates a clamp
  • FIG 3 is an illustration of a leather piece as it is being cleaned with a circular motion of a cloth material
  • FIG 4 is an illustration of a leather piece as it is being cleaned with a circular motion buffing machine
  • FIG 5 is an illustration of the application of a pliable paint material to the targeted area of the leather piece
  • FIG 6 is an illustration of the prepared leather piece mounted on a transfer platform and being readied for the transfer process using the press
  • FIG 7 is an illustration of an applied imaged undergoing a burnishing process
  • FIG 8 is an illustration of a piece of wax paper being applied on to the area of the leather with the image DETAILED DESCRIP
  • FIG 2A illustrates another version of a device for stretching which employs simple clamps 6 to secure the leather material
  • the number of clamps 6 to use depends upon the type of clamp, its size and how well it holds the leather piece 1
  • This device should also be constructed to allow for the stretching without itself leaving a mark or indentation on the leather piece 1
  • the securing of the edges, and thus the entire leather piece 1 ensures that the particular area on the leather piece 1 which needs to be treated can be so treated with more confidence
  • the device for stretching 2 the leather piece 1 should be arranged to extend the piece so
  • the cloth is dampened with a lacquer thinner solution 8, preferably a DTL 876 medium temperature, high gloss thinner.
  • a lacquer thinner solution 8 preferably a DTL 876 medium temperature, high gloss thinner.
  • Other thinners may be used, however it is noted that some thinner solutions, for example, a 100% mineral spirits thinner, will usually not be sufficient to properly clean the surface of the leather. Only the portion of the surface of the leather piece 1 which is targeted for the image is to be cleaned with the lacquer thinner. During the application of the thinner, it is best to maintain the ambient temperature and the thinner temperature at 65° to 85°F. It is desirable to clean the targeted area of the leather piece 1 completely of the waxes applied by the leather goods manufacturer. This ensures that the image will adhere well to the leather material.
  • the lacquer thinner solution 8 may be applied to the cloth material 7 before the cloth material makes contact with the leather piece 1, or the lacquer thinner solution may be applied directly to the leather piece 1.
  • a device which, in lieu of hand cleaning the leather piece, may be employed to produce the circular rubbing action required for this portion of the preparation.
  • a buffing apparatus or machine 9 may be employed such as found on variable speed car buffing tools or on commonly available attachments for hand held drills. Such tools may be used if equipped with a cloth cover and if care is taken to ensure a gentle rubbing action is applied to the leather piece.
  • the buffing machine 9 may be equipped with a mechanism to evenly apply the lacquer thinner 8 during the rubbing action.
  • the lacquer thinner 8 may even be applied using a spray device which distributes the thinner evenly over the targeted surface of the leather piece.
  • the spray device may be an ordinary spray bottle and nozzle, whereas if the cleaning step is performed in a more automated setting, this mechanism may take the form of standard injection nozzles connected to a pressurized source of the thinner material.
  • the amount of the thinner to apply will depend upon the amount of waxes present on the leather piece, the consistency of the leather piece and other factors.
  • the user should take care to closely inspect the leather material to determine whether the pores of the leather have been properly cleaned. For example, the user may employ a magnifying loop to inspect the leather at one or more points during the application of the thinner.
  • the process may provide for an optical inspection device to determine whether the leather piece 1 includes any dirt or other obstructions to the pores of the leather in the targeted area which is intended for the image.
  • an optical inspection device to determine whether the leather piece 1 includes any dirt or other obstructions to the pores of the leather in the targeted area which is intended for the image.
  • a dry cloth material is rubbed over the surface of the leather to remove residual thinner or other materials.
  • the lacquer thinner may form a thin film over the surface of the leather, and this must be removed with the dry cloth in order to properly apply the image.
  • this cloth material is cotton and preferably white in color.
  • this drying step may employ the use of a hand held hair dryer operating at a temperature range of 80° to 90°F and held at a position which is approximately 5 inches from the surface of the leather piece for a period of approximately 5 minutes
  • An automated process may used similar arrangements for the introduction of forced warm air
  • the pliable paint material 10 such as PLASTIKOTE ® which is a paint useful for application to, for example, vinyl materials
  • PLASTIKOTE ® is a paint useful for application to, for example, vinyl materials
  • a stencil may be used to prevent the application of the pliable paint material 10 to specific portions of the leather piece 1, or to form a pattern of pliable paint material 10 on the leather piece 1
  • the application of the pliable paint material may be conducted while the leather piece is still attached to the device for stretching (see FIGs 2A and 2B),
  • the application of the pliable paint may also be performed using conventional spray painting methods, if care is taken to ensure the application of even coats of the material If the pliable paint is applied too thinly, it may not cover the targeted area completely. If the pliable paint is applied with too thick a coating, it may not dry sufficiently and in a timely fashion, and it may tend to result in cracking
  • the preferred thickness for the pliable paint material is equivalent to the thickness of well known cellophane tape
  • the pliable paint must then be dried using the same process described above for the lacquer thinner, except that the drying step in this instance will take less time and will conducted using a slightly cooler flow of air
  • the preferred range for drying the pliable paint material is the range of 60° to 70°F This temperature range will prevent the formation of bubbles during the drying stage of the process
  • the drying step using the hand held hair dryer usually takes approximately 3 minutes
  • a second coat of pliable paint is then applied to the first coat using the same procedure as
  • FIG. 6 there is an illustration of the prepared leather piece 1 mounted on a transfer platform 20 and held in place to prevent shifting during the transfer process.
  • the transfer paper 21 is then positioned on top of the prepared leather piece 1 such that the mirror image on the transfer paper 21 is over the area which was cleaned and to which the pliable paint was applied.
  • the invention calls for the application of heat and pressure to provide for the complete transfer of the image 22 on the transfer paper 21 to the prepared leather piece 1.
  • a flat heater 23 is preferred for the application of heat and pressure. This heater 23 is pressed downward onto the transfer paper 21 for approximately 20 to 25 seconds at a temperature of approximately 350°F. It is recommended that the user apply approximately 20-35 pounds per square inch of pressure to ensure an effective transfer of the image 22.
  • Too much heat or too long of an exposure to the heat/pressure combination will tend to burn the image 22 and leather 1.
  • the transfer paper 21 is maintained on the leather piece and the piece is then ready for further treatment.
  • a dampened sponge may be used to apply some water to the transfer paper 21 to accelerate the cooling process.
  • Another sponge, or the reverse side of the dampened sponge used to cool the transfer paper 21 may be used to soak up the residual water from the transfer paper 21
  • the image is best treated by a burnishing process. This process ensures that the image is securely embedded into the leather and that any residual air bubbles from the transfer process are removed.
  • the burnishing step may be a two step procedure.
  • the first step of the burnishing process may include the use of a blackboard eraser 24 or similar material to stroke the transfer paper 21 over the applied image in short sweeps or rubbing motion, while applying some pressure to the transfer paper.
  • a blackboard eraser 24 or similar material to stroke the transfer paper 21 over the applied image in short sweeps or rubbing motion, while applying some pressure to the transfer paper.
  • a firmer material such as a rubber or wooden roller.
  • the rubbing or rolling motion provides for good contact and penetration of the image into the leather 1.
  • additional exposure to the application of heat and pressure as detailed above ensures the application of the image to the leather.
  • Each application of the heat and pressure will require the cooling and burnishing steps described herein.
  • the user may maintain the leather piece 1 on the heater 23 and apply a piece of wax paper 25 on to the leather with the image, as depicted in FIG. 8.
  • the wax paper 25 is the same paper which is available in grocery stores. If we assume that the user desires to have a flower design embossed into the imaged leather, he may create a template 26 of a flower using for example, a plastic or wire material formed in the shape of a flower and apply the template 26 to the wax paper 25.
  • the user When the template 26 and wax paper 25 are in position over the image 22, the user then applies another round of heat and temperature, as described above for the transfer step. This process then creates an embossed effect of the flower design into the image 22 and leather 1. Moreover, is the user desires to induce a "worn" effect to the surface of the image on the leather, he can apply the wax paper 25 after wrinkling the paper and performing all of the other steps outlined above. Each of the steps described above is directly translatable into a fully automated process for the treatment and preparation of leather materials and the application of images to such material.

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Ce procédé et cet appareil servent à préparer des peaux d'animaux, par exemple du cuir, pour recevoir une image reproduite, y compris une image photographique. La peau (1) de l'animal est nettoyée (7) au moyen d'un diluant de peinture (8) de façon à enlever toutes cires, la peau (1) de l'animal est séchée, puis un matériau de peinture pliable (11) est appliqué pour servir de support (10) pour le transfert de l'image. Ce procédé et ce système comprennent également l'utilisation d'un milieu de transfert (21), tel qu'un papier de transfert, auquel l'image reproduite (22) adhère jusqu'à s'en détacher lorsque l'on applique de la chaleur et de la pression sur le matériau de peinture pliable. Afin d'assurer un transfert intégral de l'image à la partie ciblée de la peau de l'animal, le système comprend, outre les étapes de chauffage et d'application d'une pression, une étape de polissage (9).
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