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Resilient lithographic masters for direct printing

US4114535A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 7, 1977
Grant dateSep 19, 1978
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Expiry dateJan 7, 1997

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S428/909
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Lithographic masters for improved image quality in direct printing process are provided. The masters are formed with a relatively soft elastomeric or resilient layer on a suitable supporting master substrate. An image layer of up to 2.5 microns is supported by the resilient layer. A resilient blanket supports the printing master or receiver sheet.

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