Automated simultaneous multiple article sublimation printing process and apparatus
US10065442B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 9, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 4, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41M5/38221
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A process and apparatus for sublimating images onto two or more products substantially simultaneously are disclosed. Software components are configured to receive input of a desired number of products to sublimate, and then determine a spatial arrangement of the printed images to sublimate the desired number of products substantially simultaneously. The apparatus is configured to print the images according to the spatial arrangement. The apparatus is configured, using a control, to sublimate multiple products substantially simultaneously in a single thermal cycle.
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