Forming resin substrates using dye sublimation and substrates formed using the same

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8283290
APP PUB NO 20100129621A1
SERIAL NO

12596131

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Implementations of the present invention relate generally to methods, systems, and apparatus for manufacturing aesthetically pleasing, resin-based sheets including color and/or multi-decorated images. In particular, at least one implementation includes subjecting at least one surface of a polymer sheet to uniform heat and pressure in order to sublimate a dye into the surface, and ensure that that polymer sheet is not warped or otherwise damaged during processing. Additional implementations include decorative architectural resin panels including a resin sheet having a dye sublimated into one or more surfaces in order to create an effect of depth or other aesthetic.

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  • 3FORM, LLC;HUNTER DOUGLAS INDUSTRIES SWITZERLAND GMBH

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Burningham, Brent M Kaysville, US 2 28
Langan, Wendy E K Harrisburg, US 4 11
Willham, John E C Sandy, US 22 62

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