Printed item having an image with a high durability and/or resolution
US6981767B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 15, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jan 3, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB42D25/20
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A printed device is provided with an image printed thereon, having a relatively high durability and/or resolution. A printer and method are also provided to produce a high durability image by treating an item to be printed with plasma. In particular, a printer is provided that is configured to convey a plurality of individuated items through a plasma treatment stage to prepare the surfaces of the item for printing. More specifically such printer may use a non-continuous ink jet printing assembly such as a drop on demand printing assembly.
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