Removable two-part label
The two-part label addresses the versatility issue of sticky notes by allowing simultaneous use of highlighting and pointing functions, enhancing document handling efficiency and usability.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Utility models
- Current Assignee / Owner
- PRONOTI INT
- Filing Date
- 2026-02-12
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-21
AI Technical Summary
Conventional sticky notes lack versatility, requiring users to switch between different types for multiple functions, leading to confusion and inconvenience.
A removable two-part label with symmetrical half-labels, each having a distinct function, such as highlighting or pointing, connected via a continuous edge with a tearable separation line, allowing simultaneous use of multiple functions without confusion.
Enhances efficiency by enabling simultaneous highlighting and pointing functions, improving document handling and reducing the need for multiple sticky notes, with clear orientation and increased usability.
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Abstract
Description
[Technical field]
[0001] This invention relates to a self-adhesive label, in particular a symmetrical label, consisting of two half-labels, wherein the top side of this symmetrical label has a colored section, text, or a symbolic image. It is a removable two-part label that can be easily separated depending on its intended use. [State of the art]
[0002] Post-it notes, commonly found in office supplies and widely used, consist of several sheets of paper or film laminated together. Each note has a colored or patterned surface and a partial adhesive backing for temporary adhesion. This allows users to easily peel the note off and stick it to the surface or edge of documents, providing convenient labeling, marking, or quick reference.
[0003] However, such sticky notes typically only fulfill a single, fixed function, such as highlighting, labeling, or leaving notes, and users often need several sticky notes with different functions simultaneously. When used in multiple documents, sticky notes with highlighting effects are selected and placed along the margins of the relevant pages. To draw attention to or emphasize specific content within a document, a different type of label with a pointing function is selected and placed precisely where needed. Therefore, if multiple pages within a single document require both highlighting and pointing functions, users must repeatedly switch between different functional sticky notes. This not only risks confusion but also leads to significant inconvenience and frustration in the user experience.Therefore, conventional sticky notes still have considerable room for improvement.
[0004] Against this backdrop, the developer of this design proposed an improvement plan to further enhance the functionality of sticky notes and simplify their use. The result is a novel, removable, two-part label intended to overcome the functional limitations of conventional sticky notes and benefit a wider audience. [Content of the invention]
[0005] The main purpose of this invention is to provide a removable two-part label, wherein a symmetrical label can be separated into two half-labels depending on the intended use. This enables separate functions for highlighting important points or signatures and for marking documents for easy retrieval. Consequently, it improves the efficiency of signing documents or increases reading speed and comprehension when reviewing documents.
[0006] Another objective of this invention is to provide a removable two-part label which, by designing several label groups with a matching base or housing body, offers practical and convenient advantages for long-term and continuous use.
[0007] To achieve the aforementioned objectives, the present invention provides a removable two-part label, which essentially comprises the following: a label group formed from several layers of film material, in which several symmetrical labels of a specific thickness are arranged one above the other, each symmetrical label consisting of two half-labels having a mutually symmetrical geometric shape and each provided on the underside of the two half-labels with an adhesive layer provided in a partial area, characterized in that one of the ends of each of the two half-labels forms a straight edge, while the opposite end forms a continuous polygonal edge or a rounded edge.wherein the two half-labels are connected to each other via their respective continuous polygon edges, and in the area of this connection at least one broken dividing line is provided, wherein furthermore a colored section extending from the edge towards each other is formed at the straight edge ends of the two half-labels of the symmetrical label facing away from each other, and wherein a text is provided on the surface of one of the half-labels, and a symbolic image is arranged on the colored section.
[0008] In one embodiment, the two half-labels of the symmetrical label can have any geometric shape, for example a rectangular shape, an arrow shape or a trapezoidal shape.
[0009] In one embodiment, the coloring of the color section on the two half-labels of the symmetrical label can consist of any single color or a mixture of two or more colors.
[0010] In one example, the text can consist of functional or identifying terms that are common or used in everyday office life.
[0011] In one embodiment, the label group is combined with a base, wherein the base consists of an inclined plate and a base plate which are connected to each other and form an angular structure in side view, wherein several label groups are arranged next to each other on the surface of the inclined plate and are fixed in place by means of the adhesive layers provided on the underside of the lowest half-labels, wherein a recess is formed on the side edge of the inclined plate facing away from the connection with the base plate.
[0012] In one embodiment, the base can be made of transparent, semi-transparent or opaque hard plastic or have different colored coatings on its surface.
[0013] In one embodiment, several symmetrical labels are stacked on top of each other in an offset arrangement to form a label group that allows continuous removal for use.
[0014] In one embodiment, the label group is connected to a housing body, the housing body being essentially formed in one piece and having upwardly curved plates on two opposite sides to form a receiving space. Within this receiving space, several label groups are arranged side by side and fixed in place by means of adhesive layers provided on the underside of the two lowest half-labels. The free end portion of a half-label of the uppermost symmetrical label of the separable label group is folded outwards and exposed on the curved plate.
[0015] Regarding the structural composition, technical methods and effectiveness of this invention, further specific explanations are given below in conjunction with the accompanying diagrams: [Brief description of the characters] Fig. Figure 1 (A)(B) shows the front and back of a single label of a preferred embodiment of this invention. Fig. Figure 2 shows an exploded view of a single label group of a preferred embodiment of this invention. Fig. Figure 3 shows a schematic representation of the connection of a label group with a base according to a preferred embodiment of this invention. Fig. Figure 4 shows a schematic representation of the state of use of the label group in conjunction with the base according to a preferred embodiment of this invention. Fig. Figure 5 shows a schematic representation of an embodiment of a removable two-part label according to a preferred embodiment of this invention. Fig. Figure 6 shows a schematic representation of the separate use of a single label according to a preferred embodiment of this invention. Fig. Figure 7 (A)(B) shows the front and back of a single label of another preferred embodiment of this invention. Fig. Figure 8 shows an exploded view of a single label group of another preferred embodiment of this invention. Fig. Figure 9 shows a schematic representation of the connection of a label group with a housing body according to a further preferred embodiment of this invention. Fig. Figure 10 shows a schematic representation of the state of use of the label group in conjunction with the housing body according to a preferred embodiment of this invention. [Versions]
[0016] With reference to the Fig. 1(A), Fig. 1(B) and Fig. 2. The present invention relates to a removable two-part label comprising at least one label group (1), wherein each label group (1) consists of several symmetrical labels (10) made of film material, stacked on top of each other to a predetermined thickness. Each symmetrical label (10) is formed from two half-labels (11) having a mutually symmetrical geometric shape, such as a rectangular shape, arrow shape, or trapezoidal shape, as well as other geometric shapes. An adhesive layer (101) is provided at least partially on the underside of each half-label (11). In the present embodiment, the symmetrical label (10) is described using a rectangular shape as an example. One end of each of the two half-labels forms a straight edge (111), while the opposite end forms a continuous polygonal edge (112) or a rounded edge.The two half-labels (11) are connected to each other via the continuous polygon edge (112), with at least one easily tearable separating line (113) provided at this connection point.
[0017] On the opposite straight edges (111) of the two half-labels (11) of the symmetrical label (10), a colored section (114) is provided, extending from the edge towards the opposite edge. In practical application, the color of the colored section (114) can be selected from various strong and vibrant colors and can consist of either a single color or a mixture of several colors to provide a highly visible marking as well as an identification or classification function. Furthermore, a text (115) is provided on the surface of one of the half-labels (11), while a symbolic image (116) is arranged on the colored section (114). The text (115) can consist of functional or informational phrases commonly used in everyday office life and is not limited to a specific language, for example, the Chinese phrase "Qing Qianming" ( ) or in English “SIGN Please”. The symbol image (116) may include simple, commonly used symbols or representations, such as arrowhead representations in different shapes or blank writing fields of any shape.
[0018] With reference to the in Fig. The embodiment shown in Figure 3 further comprises the label group (1) described above and a base (2), thus forming a stationery item containing one or more label groups (1). The base (2) can be made of transparent, semi-transparent, or opaque rigid plastic or have different colored coatings on its surface. The base (2) has an inclined plate (21) and a base plate (22) that are connected to each other and form an angular structure in side view, with the base in this embodiment being arranged in an upright position. Several label groups (1) can be arranged side by side on the surface of the inclined plate (21) and adhered to it by means of the adhesive layers (101) provided on the underside of the lowest half-labels (11).
[0019] Please also refer to the information in the Fig. 4, Fig. 5 to Fig. 6 illustrated embodiments. When the removable two-part label is actually used on a document, after removing the single symmetrical label (10), the user removes the half-label (11) of the symmetrical label, which is provided with text (115) and a symbol image (116), and applies it as a marker to any side of the area to be signed on the surface of the document (first step). The user then presses down the already affixed half-label (11) with one hand, detaches the other half-label (11) with the other hand, and adheres it to a side edge of the document (second step) so that the colored section (114) is clearly visible.In this way, after receiving the document, another user can quickly locate the marked document page by simply visually inspecting the half-label (11) attached to the side edge of the document with the conspicuous color section (114), and after opening this document page, quickly find the marked spot using the clear marking of the other half-label (11) and make the signature, thereby increasing work efficiency.
[0020] The removable two-part label of the present invention is essentially made of film material, wherein each symmetrical label (10) comprises two interconnected, symmetrical half-labels (11). In particular, the connection area is designed with a narrower width than the label width, and at least one perforated separation line (113) is provided in this connection area, thereby preventing the film material from being difficult to separate, so that the label has both high durability and can be easily separated without the need for additional cutting tools.
[0021] With reference to the in the Fig. The embodiments shown in Figures 7(A)(B) and 8 to 10 represent a further preferred embodiment of the removable two-part label group according to the invention, wherein the label group (1) also consists of several symmetrical labels (10) made of film material, which are stacked on top of each other to a specific thickness. The structure of each symmetrical label (10) also consists of two half-labels (11), wherein an adhesive layer (101) is provided in a partial area on the underside of each half-label (11). A colored section (114) is formed at the opposite ends of the two half-labels (11) of the symmetrical label (10), wherein a text (115) is provided on the surface of one of the half-labels (11) and a symbolic image (116) is arranged on the colored section (114).
[0022] With reference to the in Fig. In the embodiment shown in Figure 8, when stacking several symmetrical labels (10) on top of each other to form the label group (1), the symmetrical labels (10) are stacked in an offset arrangement, wherein, for example, in a first layer the symmetrical label (10) with upright oriented text (115) is arranged, while the second symmetrical label (10) with reversed oriented text is placed in the opposite direction on the first symmetrical label (10), the third symmetrical label (10) is again placed on the second symmetrical label (10) with text (115) oriented in the same direction as the first symmetrical label (10), and so on, so that in this way a label group (1) with a function for continuous removal for use is formed.
[0023] With reference to the in Fig.In the embodiment shown in Figure 9, the label group (1) of the second embodiment further comprises a housing body (3), wherein the housing body (3) is essentially formed in one piece and has upwardly curved plates (31) on two opposite sides to form a receiving space (32). Within this receiving space (32), one or more label groups (1) are arranged side by side and are adhesively fixed by means of the adhesive layers (101) provided on the underside of the two lowest half-labels (11), wherein the free end area of a half-label (11) of the uppermost symmetrical label (10) of the separable label group (1) is folded outwards and is exposed on the curved plate (31) to facilitate the removal of the symmetrical label (10) by the user.When used, when one end of the uppermost single symmetrical label (10) is lifted, the underlying symmetrical label (10) is also lifted due to the effect of the adhesive layer (101), so that an end area of this carried symmetrical label (10) is exposed on the curved plate (31) of the housing body (3) and is thus ready for the next removal, thereby enabling continuous removal.
[0024] In practice, both the base (2) and the housing body (3) can be configured with multiple label groups (1) simultaneously. This not only leads to longer operating benefits but, more importantly, allows each label group (1) to apply different colors to the color area (114) of the half-label (11) on the symmetrical label (10) within each label group (1). This provides users with a wider range of options that they can utilize with a single application, according to their classification requirements.
[0025] From the exemplary embodiments described above, it is evident that the present "removable two-part label" has the following features: (1) It is made of an adhesive film, is highly durable, and is also reusable. (2) Each half-label is provided with a conspicuous, bright colored section as well as with purpose- and function-related text or a symbolic image, enabling the user to quickly locate the marked document page and process it further according to the instructions given by the text or symbolic image. (3) By removing a label and using it section by section, marking and informational functions can be implemented simultaneously, thereby avoiding the time spent repeatedly removing or replacing labels with different uses, resulting in particularly convenient and practical handling.
[0026] In summary, the removable two-part label of this invention utilizes a two-stage release mechanism. This not only provides clear orientation for important sections or areas requiring signatures but also creates conspicuous markings along the page margins. This allows users to quickly locate pages requiring immediate attention or a signature upon receiving the document. This significantly increases efficiency and represents an innovative and superior invention with genuine industrial applicability and practical value. Accordingly, an application is hereby filed in accordance with the legal provisions.
[0027] The foregoing detailed description concerns specific explanations of feasible embodiments of the present invention. However, these embodiments are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. All equivalent embodiments or modifications that do not depart from the technical scope of the present invention are also covered by the scope of protection of this application. [List of reference symbols] 1 label group 101 Adhesive layer 111 straight edge 113 Dividing line 115 Text 2 base plates 22 Base plate 31 curved plates 10 symmetrical labels 11 Half-label 112 continuous polygon edge 114 Color section 116 Symbolic image 21 inclined plate 3 Housing bodies 32 Recording room
Claims
A removable two-part label comprising: a label group formed from several symmetrical labels made of film material, which are layered on top of each other to a specific thickness, wherein each symmetrical label consists of two half-labels having a mutually symmetrical geometric shape and each being provided on the underside of the two half-labels with an adhesive layer provided in a partial area, characterized in that one of the ends of the two half-labels forms a straight edge, while the opposite end forms a continuous polygon edge or a rounded edge, wherein the two half-labels are connected to each other via the respective continuous polygon edge facing each other and at least one broken dividing line is provided in the area of this connection,Furthermore, at the opposite straight edge ends of the two half-labels of the symmetrical label, a colored section extending from the edge towards each other is formed, wherein a text is provided on the surface of one of the half-labels and a symbolic image is arranged on the colored section. A removable two-part label according to claim 1, characterized in that the two half-labels of the symmetrical label have any geometric shape, in particular a rectangular shape, an arrow shape or a trapezoidal shape. A removable two-part label according to claim 1, characterized in that the color sections on the two half-labels of the symmetrical label are optionally formed from a single color or from a mixture of two or more colors. A removable two-part label according to claim 1, characterized in that the text consists of functional or identification formulations commonly used in everyday office life. A removable two-part label according to claim 1, characterized in that the label group is connected to a base, wherein the base has an inclined plate formed at an angle in side view, which is connected to a base plate, and wherein the base is arranged in an upright position in this embodiment, wherein several label groups are arranged side by side on the surface of the inclined plate and are fixed in an adhesive manner by means of the adhesive layer provided on the underside of the respective lowest half-label, and wherein a recess is formed on the side edge of the inclined plate facing away from the connection with the base plate. A removable two-part label according to claim 5, characterized in that the base may be made of a transparent, semi-transparent or opaque hard plastic structure or its surface may be coated with various colored decorations. A removable two-part label according to claim 1, characterized in that a plurality of symmetrical labels are stacked one above the other in an offset arrangement with a distance between them to form a label group which enables a continuous, successive removal of the labels. A removable two-part label according to claim 7, characterized in that the label group is connected to a housing body, wherein the housing body is essentially formed in one piece and two opposing side edges are formed upwards to form curved plates, so that a receiving space is formed, wherein one or more label groups are arranged side by side within the receiving space and are fixed in an adhesive manner by means of the adhesive layer provided on the underside of the respective bottom two half-labels, and wherein the free end section of one of the half-labels of the uppermost symmetrical label of the removable label group is folded outwards over the curved plate and is visibly exposed.