Patent ID: 7833380
Filing Date: 2010-11-16
Classification: B29C,B29K,B29L,B32B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method for forming a laminate system, comprising: providing a thermoformable polymeric support film comprised of a material having a tensile strength greater than 0.5 pli at 300° F.; providing a paint or color-containing film system, wherein the paint or color-containing film system includes a clear coat layer disposed on a surface thereof; providing a polymeric substrate, wherein the polymeric substrate is translucent or opaque, wherein the paint or color-containing film system is disposed between the support film and the polymeric substrate, wherein the polymeric substrate is comprised of a material selected from the group consisting of a thermoplastic polyolefin, ABS, and combinations thereof; and subjecting the support film, paint or color-containing film system, and polymeric substrate to a vacuum thermoforming process; wherein the support film is releasably adhered to the paint or color-containing film system during the vacuum thermoforming process; wherein the support film supports the polymeric substrate during the vacuum thermoforming process; wherein the clear coat layer is disposed on the surface of the paint or color-containing film system prior to the vacuum thermoforming process.