Method for printing a high durability and/or resolution item
US7770519B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 16, 2005 |
| Grant date | Aug 10, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 6, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41M5/0064
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A printer, method and printed item are provided where the printer and method print an image having a relatively high durability and/or resolution. In particular, the printer and method include a plasma treatment stage or step for treating the surface of an item prior to printing. A printer is provided that is configured to convey an item or a plurality of individuated items through a plasma treatment stage to prepare the surfaces of the item for printing. Such printer may use a non-continuous ink jet printing assembly such as a drop on demand printing assembly.
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