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Protective member and print protection method using the same

US4756963A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 8, 1986
Grant dateJul 12, 1988
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Expiry dateSep 8, 2006

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/2848
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A protective member is provided which comprises a substrate and a transfer layer provided releasably thereon, the transfer layer comprising at least a fluorescent whitening agent, an ultraviolet light absorber, and a light stabilizer. A method for protecting a print having an image formed from a dye is also provided. The method comprises a step of laminating and contact-bonding said protecting member on a surface of a side of the image of the print, and step of releasing the above-mentioned substrate from the laminated picture.

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