Durable washable label having a visible diffraction grating pattern

Abstract

This invention provides an improved and novel thin and pliable holographic fabric label that possesses durability, high intensity of holographic diffraction, laundering resistance, minimal alteration and degradation to the fabric and the label through extended use, and the ability to be cost-effectively mass produced is described. High bond is formed at multiple inter polymer interfaces and reflective diffractive layer is protected within the construction, superior durability to repetitious laundering, dry clean cycle and mechanical wear with long lasting diffracting effect and visual authentication property is realized.

Description

technical field The present invention generally relates to labels having a visible diffraction grating pattern exhibiting diffractive effects. Background of the invention The present invention relates to improvements in holographic labels used for authentication, decoration, brand identity, and adding value to apparel and personal clothing and other items of belongings. For example, trademark licensors often require retailers to display identifying placards or labels that assure consumers that a product is "officially licensed." These trademarks can be the names and logos of sports teams, famous designers, musicians, and more. Thus the perceived value of a branded item is higher than that of an otherwise identical non-branded item. Higher perceived value will support higher retail prices, thus creating a counterfeit market. To ensure the authenticity of "officially licensed" products, trademark holders can insist on introducing anti-counterfeiting barriers in their goods....

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Problems solved by technology

Thirdly, the construction is unsightly and the dimensions are ineffective for mass production

Three disadvantages of this construction are: it is complex, expensive and it is very visible on outerwear

While holographic fabric labels can be produced using this configuration, durability is questionable and the first fabric layer visibly interferes with the underlying holographic layer, which is undesirable in most label applications where clarity and legibility are important

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