Recording element printing and treating system and method
US7025450B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 9, 2003 |
| Grant date | Apr 11, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 9, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J11/00242
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A recording element printing and treating system and method are provided. The system includes a printhead for dispensing a liquid comprising a carrier onto a recording element. A carrier removal station positioned downstream from the printhead removes a predetermined percentage of carrier present in the recording element. A converting station positioned downstream from the carrier removal station increases a durability characteristic of the recording element. In one embodiment, printing, carrier removal, and converting are accomplished in a single unit. In an alternative embodiment, printing is accomplished in a stand alone unit while carrier removal and converting are accomplished in a second stand alone unit. In this alternative embodiment, transfer of the recording element can be accomplished automatically using a mechanical device or manually by a system user.
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