Image forming device and image forming method
US12064991B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 25, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41M3/008
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An image forming device comprises: a receiving part that receives image data containing first image data relating to a black and white image and second image data relating to a foil image; a carrying path along which a recording medium is carried in a predetermined direction; an inkjet printing part, arranged on the carrying path, injects an ink based on the first image data to the recording medium, and forms the black and white image or the color image on the recording medium; a toner image printing part, arranged on the carrying path, forms the toner image for adhesion based on the second image data, and transfers the toner image to the recording medium; and a foil image forming part, arranged on the carrying path, enables the toner image transferred to the recording medium to melt and attaches the foil to the melted toner image to form the foil image.
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