Localized shaping for container decoration
US8795579B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 27, 2012 |
| Grant date | Aug 5, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 8, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2203/12
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A process for producing containers includes the steps of providing a container having a shaping region, the shaping region comprising a thermoplastic material; applying an ink to the shaping region; discretely heating the shaping region to a shaping temperature; and discretely shaping the shaping region to take a desired three dimensional shape. A system for producing containers having three dimensional decorations, and containers having three dimensional decorations, are also disclosed.
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