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Adhering graphic films on irregular substrates

US8778122B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 5, 2007
Grant dateJul 15, 2014
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Expiry dateJan 12, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T156/1089
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods of adhering graphic film on an irregular substrate are disclosed. The methods includes providing a polymer film composite having two or more layers with at least one layer having a glass transition temperature of at least about 40° C., the polymer film composite having a first side and a second side, and an adhesive layer disposed on the second side. Then the method includes, positioning the adhesive layer against the irregular substrate, heating the polymer film composite, and pressing the heated polymer film against the irregular substrate.

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