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Printing blanket construction and method of making

US8904931B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 10, 2004
Grant dateDec 9, 2014
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41N10/04
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An improved printing blanket construction is provided which includes at least a top ply, a bottom ply, and a non-extensible backing ply. The blanket includes leading and trailing edges which are secured directly to the backing ply, where at least a portion of the leading edge forms a contoured edge, a stair-stepped edge, a beveled edge, or a combination thereof. The printing blanket construction having such a shaped leading edge reduces printing gap, reduces the impact forces on the leading edge of the blanket, and protects the blanket from the penetration of ink, solvents, moisture and the like into the blanket plies during use.

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