Wall plaque with decorative graphic and methods of making the same
US8869440B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 8, 2012 |
| Grant date | Oct 28, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 9, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB32B2590/00
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Implementations of the present invention provide systems, apparatus, and methods for precisely placing a graphic in a desired position between a face panel and a rear panel. In particular, implementations of the present invention comprise wall plaques having graphics that are printed directly to the back surface of face panels. Printing a graphic directly to the back surface of a face panel may help to ensure that the graphic is flat on the back surface of the face panel and is not misaligned. In addition, printing a graphic directly to the back surface of a face panel may help to eliminate the possibility that the graphic will be wrinkled, torn, or otherwise damaged prior to being laminated on the back surface of a face panel. Implementations of the present invention may also make the manufacturing process more efficient both in terms of cost and time.
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