Patent ID: 6869496
Filing Date: 2005-03-22
Classification: B44C,C08L,C09J,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method of providing a graphic film with a design, the method comprising the following steps: a) providing a multi-layer sheet material comprising (i) a film of a polyester blend comprising a first and a second polyester, said polyesters being substantially amorphous, such that the film is capable of being softened at temperatures in the range of about 40° to about 80° C. and exhibits an E-modulus in the range of 70 to 1000 N/mm2 at room temperature, an elongation at break greater than 50% at room temperature and percent residual stress at 60° less than 40%, said film having a first major surface and a second major surface; (ii) an adhesive layer on a first major surface of the film and (iii) optionally, a release liner; and b) imaging the second major surface of film of the multi-layer sheet material with the design to form an imaged graphic film.