Method of printing onto an article
US9301576B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 23, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 2, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41M5/0076
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of printing onto an article includes placing an article on a holding assembly, flattening a portion of the article and printing onto the flattened portion of the article. Flattening can be accomplished using a flattening plate and by controlling the shape of a surface of the holding assembly using a vacuum.
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