Method and apparatus for transferring images onto a cup-shaped structure
US5802969A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 10, 1997 |
| Grant date | Sep 8, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 10, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41M5/0358
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus for imprinting a sublimation transfer onto a generally cup-shaped structure. The apparatus comprises a support structure for holding the cup-shaped structure and a cover mounted to the apparatus for movement between an open position and a closed position. The cover when in the closed position forms a heating chamber wherein the cup-shaped structure is positioned for heating. A heating tower is provided on the support structure and has a shape such that the cup-shaped structure can be placed in the inverted position over the tower without touching the tower. The heating tower includes an electrical heating wire that is wrapped about a support structure and is capable of heating the cup-shaped structure.
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