Press for transferring video prints to ceramic mugs and other surfaces and methods
CA 1338373 C · Owner: Berghauser, Sally H. · Inventors: Berghauser, Donald C.; Berghauser, Sally H.
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A device and method that employs prints produced by video color system thermal printers as transfers for creating personalized ceramic mugs, tiles or the like articles. The method comprises creating a mirror image print by means of a color video system with printer, applying that print to the surface of the mug or the like which has been treated with a sublimable dye absorbing compound, and applying heat (200 to 400°F) and pressure exerted by a force of 200 to 400 pounds for period of time of about three to ix minutes, to sublimate the limited dye in the print whereby it is absorbed by the coated surface of the mug or the like. The device for applying the heat and pressure is a heated press …
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- Granted June 11, 1996. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended June 11, 2013.
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