Method for manufacturing clothing that can be fitted with a fan or a fan mounting part

Abstract

To provide a method for attaining a fan fitting part having sufficient durability and strength in a garment with a fan.SOLUTION: In a garment 100 with a fan, an annular printed matter 220 is formed around an attaching hole 10A on the front side of a fabric 10. The printed matter 220 is formed of annular patterns 220A and 220B having different diameters and is concentrically (coaxially) formed on the front side 10F of the fabric. An annular reinforcement material 240 having such a size as to fit the space between the annular patterns 220A and 220B is disposed. The printed matter 220 is printed by screen printing. In a printer, after the whole screen 152 is filled with an ink B, a squeegee 156 is moved in a state where the squeegee is pushed against (rubbed against) the screen 152. As a result, the ink B is pushed out onto a garment body 100' to form a print pattern 20'.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 7

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to fan-equipped clothing (also called EF wear) that sends outside air into the clothing, thereby suppressing temperature increases inside the clothing and the wearer's sweating and body temperature increases, and to a method for manufacturing the same. [Background technology]

[0002] In fan-equipped clothing, the fan's plastic casing must be stably attached to the elastic clothing fabric. To achieve this, a fan-sized opening is formed in the clothing fabric or base sheet, and a strong reinforcing material that is less elastic than the fabric is attached to the periphery of the opening. The clothing fabric is then sandwiched and fixed between the fan's attachment (such as a rotating ring) and the casing.

[0003] A common method of attaching a reinforcing material to clothing fabric is by sewing, in which openings are formed so as to cover both sides of a ring-shaped reinforcing material, and the reinforcing material and clothing fabric are sewn together (see, for example, Patent Documents 1 and 2). Also known are methods of attaching the reinforcing material to clothing fabric by heat fusion using an adhesive sheet or the like (see Patent Document 3), and methods of attaching using hook-and-loop fasteners (see Patent Document 4). [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Patent No. 6108327 [Patent Document 2] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2019-52396 [Patent Document 3] Patent No. 6857409 [Patent Document 4] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2017-57547 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] Fan-mounted clothing comes in a wide variety of materials and shapes to suit users' preferences for functionality and design, and the fan mounting area must be configured appropriately to accommodate these.

[0006] Therefore, there is a need to be able to attach fans to clothing fabrics while maintaining sufficient durability and strength using methods other than the reinforcing material coverings and heat sealing that have been used in conventional fan-equipped clothing. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] One aspect of the present invention is a fan-attachable garment, which comprises: a garment fabric having a fan mounting hole; a printed matter formed around the mounting hole; The reinforcing material has an opening corresponding to the size of the mounting hole. The reinforcing material can be made of a material that is more durable and stronger than the clothing fabric, for example. The printed matter is formed on the front side of the garment fabric, The reinforcing material is fixed to the garment fabric at or around the location where the printed matter is formed. By attaching a fan to such garment, it is possible to provide a garment with a fan. The configuration of the fan attachment part based on the printed matter and the reinforcing material can improve both design and functionality.

[0008] The term "printed matter" as used herein can be formed by a variety of printing methods, including those in which ink or the like is formed as a pattern on clothing fabric by transfer without heat (non-thermal transfer). For example, the printed matter can be formed by screen printing. The reinforcing material can be attached to the clothing fabric by a variety of methods. When the printed matter is formed on the front side of the clothing fabric, the reinforcing material can be fixed to the area where the printed matter is formed on the front side of the clothing fabric, or around that area, or to a location corresponding to the area where the printed matter is formed from the back side of the clothing fabric (hereinafter, this is considered to be included in the aspect corresponding to the area where the printed matter is formed). Furthermore, the reinforcing material can be fixed on the front side of the clothing fabric around the area where the printed matter is formed or in the gaps therebetween.

[0009] For example, the reinforcing material is fixed to the front side of the garment fabric so as to overlap the printed matter.The reinforcing material can be fixed integrally so that it cannot be removed by the user, or it can be fixed so that it can be removed. The reinforcing material can also be fixed to the clothing fabric using a fixing device. For example, the reinforcing material can be fixed to the clothing fabric using metal fittings such as caulking, rivets, or grommets.

[0010] Another aspect of the present invention is a method for manufacturing a fan-mountable garment or a fan mounting portion, which is made by: front side A step of screen printing on a printing target area, and a step of forming a fan mounting hole in the clothing fabric, the fan mounting hole being surrounded by the printed matter formed on the clothing fabric. , take A process of attaching a reinforcing material having an opening corresponding to the size of the hole to the garment fabric at or around the print formation area. include . [Effects of the Invention]

[0011] According to the present invention, in fan-equipped clothing, the fan can be attached to the clothing fabric with sufficient durability and strength. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0012] [Figure 1] 1 is a diagram showing a fan-equipped garment according to a first embodiment. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a schematic plan view of the fan mounting portion as seen from the front side. [Figure 3] FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view schematically showing a part of a fan mounting portion. [Figure 4] FIG. [Figure 5] 1 is a diagram showing the manufacturing process of a fan-equipped garment. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing the configuration of a fan mounting portion in a second embodiment. [Figure 7] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing the configuration of a fan mounting portion according to a third embodiment. [Figure 8]FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view schematically showing a part of a fan mounting portion according to a third embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0013] Hereinafter, the fan-equipped garment of this embodiment will be described with reference to the drawings.

[0014] Figure 1 shows a fan-equipped garment according to a first embodiment. Fan-equipped garment 100 is a vest-type garment worn around the upper body, and is made from a stretchy fabric 10 such as cotton or synthetic fiber. The back of garment 100 is provided with fan mounting sections 100A and 100B, each with mounting holes 10A and 10B for mounting two fans.

[0015] Two clothing fans (not shown here) are attached to fan attachment portions 100A and 100B. The clothing fans are composed of a flanged casing that houses a propeller and an attachment member such as a ring. The casing is passed through attachment holes 10A and 10B from the front side of the fabric, and the fan body is placed on the back side of the garment 100. The attachment members such as rings are attached to the attachment holes 10A and 10B of the garment 100 from the back side. The clothing fans are attached to the fabric 10 by sandwiching the fabric 10 between the flange of the casing on the front side of the garment 100 and the attachment member.

[0016] Fig. 2 is a schematic plan view of the fan mounting portion 100A as seen from the front side. Fig. 3 is a cross-sectional view showing a schematic view of a part of the fan mounting portion 100A (near the metal fittings). Fig. 4 is a plan view showing the reinforcing material. The structure of the fan mounting portion 100A will be described with reference to Figs. 2 to 4. The fan mounting portion 100B is also configured in the same way.

[0017] The opening 10A formed in the fabric 10 is formed in a substantially circular shape to match the shape of the fan, and its size also corresponds to the size of the fan casing. A pattern (hereinafter referred to as a printed matter) 20 transferred by screen printing, which will be described later, is formed on the front surface 10F of the fabric 10 around the opening 10A.

[0018] The printed matter 20 here is formed in an annular shape, and the size (inner diameter) of the inner circumferential circle 20U is substantially equal to the size of the mounting hole 10A of the fabric 10, and has a radial width B to the outer circumferential circle 20V. The printed matter 20 only needs to be more durable and elastic than the fabric 10, and here contains a rubber resin.

[0019] Meanwhile, a reinforcing material 40 is attached to the back side (lining) 10B of the fabric 10 (see FIG. 3). The reinforcing material 40 is formed in a ring shape to fit the shape of the printed matter 20 (see FIG. 4), and the size of the inner diameter is substantially equal to the size of the mounting hole 10A. The reinforcing material 40 is elastic and less stretchable than the fabric 10, yet is made of a strong and durable material. For example, the reinforcing material 40 is made of a synthetic resin such as silicone resin.

[0020] A surface 40F of the reinforcing material 40 facing the fabric 10 is in contact with the lining 10B of the fabric 10 in alignment with the position of the printed matter 20, and is fixed to the fabric 10 by a plurality of metal fittings 31 to 35. Specifically, the metal fittings 31, 32, 33, 34, and 35 are arranged at predetermined intervals (here, equidistant intervals) from one another along the circumferential direction of the printed matter 20 (reinforcing material 40), penetrate the formation locations of the reinforcing material 40 and the printed matter 20, and sandwich the fabric 10 and reinforcing material 40 together.

[0021] Here, metal fittings 31-35 are configured by rivets consisting of a pair of parts: head (female) 31A and foot (male) 31B. Head 31B is located on the front side (outer fabric) 10F side of fabric 10, and foot 31B is located on the lining 10B side, and metal fittings 31 are attached by pressing so as to sandwich fabric 10 and reinforcing material 40. Note that the surfaces of metal fittings 31-35 can be smoothed and their thickness reduced so that the contact areas between metal fittings 31-35 (feet 31B-35B) and the fan attachment member and the contact areas between metal fittings 31-35 (heads 31A-35A) and the flange of the fan casing are as smooth as possible.

[0022] In this embodiment, instead of using techniques such as sewing, heat sealing, hook-and-loop fasteners, or piping that are used in conventional fan-equipped clothing, reinforcing material 40 is attached to the back of the fabric at a location corresponding to the location where printed material 20 is formed (hereinafter also referred to as the printed material formation location).This creates a structure in which reinforcing material 40 and printed material 20 face each other with fabric 10 in between, improving durability and strength around the periphery of mounting hole 10A.The use of a printing technique that is non-sewn and does not use heat, such as heat sealing, prevents fraying or tearing of fabric 10 around the periphery of mounting hole 10A and prevents deterioration of fan mounting portion 100A as a fabric during repeated attachment and detachment of the fan.

[0023] Furthermore, by clamping and securing the reinforcing material 40 and the fabric 10 with the metal fittings 31, the reinforcing material 40 can be securely secured to the fabric 10. This further improves durability around the mounting holes 10. In particular, by having the metal fittings 31 contact the fan casing flange and ring, it is possible to prevent frictional deterioration of the printed matter 20.

[0024] The shape of the reinforcing material 40 may be other than annular, and the outer periphery may be rectangular, for example. The printed matter 20 is also not limited to annular, and may have a rectangular outer periphery. Furthermore, if the shape of the mounting hole is determined to match the shape of the fan casing, the shapes of the inner periphery of the reinforcing material 40 and the printed matter 20 may also be adjusted to match this. The size and shape (including the radial width) of the reinforcing material 40 may also be different from those of the printed matter 20.

[0025] For the metal fittings 31, rivets such as hollow rivets may be used instead of caulking, and the reinforcing material 40 may be fixed by pressing. Furthermore, the reinforcing material 40 may be fixed to the fabric 10 by using a fixing tool made of a material other than metal. In this case, parts that sandwich the reinforcing material 40 and the fabric 10 may also be used.

[0026] 5 shows an example of the manufacturing process for the fan mounting portions of fan-equipped garment 100. Here, the manufacturing process will be described after a garment body without fan mounting portions 100A, 100B has been manufactured using a conventionally known manufacturing method.

[0027] First, screen printing is performed according to the target areas for forming the fan mounting portions 100A, 100B (see FIG. 5(A)). Screen printing is performed using a printing device 150 in which a screen 152 made of a film such as chemical fiber is fixed in a frame 154. A plate is formed in advance on the screen 152 using a photograph or the like, with the screen holes (holes) other than the printing pattern (here, a circular pattern) blocked.

[0028] In the printing device 150, after the entire screen 152 is filled with ink B, a squeegee 156 is placed on the screen 152 and moved while pressing (rubbing) it against the screen 152. This causes ink B to be pushed onto the garment body 100', forming the print pattern 20'. In this case, ink B, which contains pigments and dyes, contains rubber resin.

[0029] The printed pattern 20' formed on the fabric 10 is a circular pattern corresponding to the shape of the printed matter 20, but its radial width is larger than the radial width B of the printed matter 20 shown in Figure 2. Also, marking patterns (hole patterns) R1 to R5 are formed to indicate the attachment positions of the metal fittings 31.

[0030] After the annular print pattern 20' is formed on the garment main body 100', a portion of the garment main body 100' is cut out in accordance with the size of the attachment hole 10A. Here, a circular portion of the fabric is cut out along the line R of the print pattern 20' by laser irradiation or die cutting, forming the attachment hole 10A (see FIG. 5(B)). At this time, laser irradiation or the like is performed on the portion of the fabric 10 where the printed matter 20 is to be formed, thereby preventing fraying of the thread. Note that if the print pattern 20' is formed as a rectangle, it is sufficient to cut out a circular portion of the fabric, including the printed portion.

[0031] After forming the mounting holes 10A and 10B, the reinforcing material 40 is fixed to the fabric 10 using metal fittings 31-35 made of rivets (see FIG. 5(C)). At this time, the metal fittings 31-35 are pressed to align with the positions of the marking patterns R1-R5. After the reinforcing material 40 is fixed, the fan casing (fan body) 210 is inserted into the mounting hole 10A from the front side of the fabric 10, and the ring 220, which serves as the fan attachment member, is attached to the fan casing 210 from the back side of the fabric 10 (using a screwdriver, etc.), thereby attaching the fan to the clothing (see FIG. 5(D)).

[0032] Screen printing allows for a high degree of freedom in the design of the printed matter 20, making it possible to form a variety of printed patterns. For example, it is possible to form a printed pattern that includes a company name, product name, etc. In addition, additional printed matter can be formed in the same printing process on the outer periphery of the annular printed matter 20 that conforms to the flange shape of the fan, in order to improve durability, strength, visibility, etc.

[0033] Furthermore, since the above-described marking patterns R1 to R5 can be formed during printing, it is possible to fix the attachment positions of the metal fittings 131 to 135 in accurate locations. The attachment positions of the metal fittings 131 to 135 can also be freely changed by changing the pattern of the spots formed on the screen 152.

[0034] Screen printing can be done manually or automatically. Furthermore, since the mounting holes 10A and 10B are located at approximately symmetrical positions on the back side of the garment body 100', it is possible to form the print pattern 20' on both fan mounting portions 100A and 100B at the same time.

[0035] The manufacturing process described above includes the fan attachment process, but it can also be applied to the process of manufacturing garments before the fan is attached. It is also possible to manufacture garments with a fan by manufacturing a base sheet made of fabric for the fan attachment portion only and attaching it to existing garments.

[0036] In the screen printing process, printing can be performed multiple times to form a printed pattern by overlapping the same area. Also, screen printing can be performed multiple times using different ink colors or types. Different screens can also be used selectively.

[0037] Next, a fan-equipped garment according to a second embodiment will be described with reference to Figure 6. In the second embodiment, a reinforcing member is detachably fixed to the fabric.

[0038] 6 is a diagram showing the configuration of a fan mounting part 100A in the second embodiment. The fan mounting part 100B is configured in the same manner as the fan mounting part 100A.

[0039] As in the first embodiment, a circular printed matter 120 is formed on the front surface 10F of the fabric 10. In addition, arc-shaped printed matters 120' are arranged discretely around the periphery of the printed matter 120 and are formed concentrically with the circular printed matter 120. For example, it is possible to form a printed matter 120' that has light reflective properties. It is also possible to form the printed matter 120' on the first embodiment. Here, the metal fittings 131 to 135 are formed by the heads of rivets (tacks), and are press-fixed to the fabric 10 at predetermined intervals along the circumferential direction of the printed matter 120.

[0040] The annular reinforcing member 140 is not fixed integrally to the fabric 10 as in the first embodiment, but is detachably attached to the metal fittings 131-135 attached to the area of the printed matter 120. Specifically, recesses 141-145 corresponding to the protrusions of the metal fittings 131-135 are formed on one surface 140B of the reinforcing member 140, and the reinforcing member 140 is configured to fit into the metal fittings 131-135. Note that the reinforcing member 140 may also be detachably attached by a configuration other than fitting, such as engagement, gripping, or clamping.

[0041] In the second embodiment, after the reinforcing material 140 is attached, the fan casing 210 is passed through the attachment hole 10A from the front surface 10F of the fabric 10, and the fan ring 220 is attached by contacting it with the back side of the fabric 10. In this way, the fan is attached to the garment 100.

[0042] The reinforcing material 140 contacts the flange of the fan casing 210 over the entire circumferential direction, while the metal fittings 131-135 do not directly contact the fan casing 210. Therefore, the fan can be attached by tightly sandwiching the reinforcing material 140 and the fabric 10. Furthermore, the reinforcing material 140 is removable by the user and functions like a washer. This allows various reinforcing materials with different materials, strengths, and durability to be prepared and used selectively.

[0043] In the second embodiment, as in the first embodiment, a fan-equipped garment or a fan mounting portion can be manufactured by the processes of screen printing on the front side of the fabric, forming mounting holes, attaching metal fittings, and attaching a fan. Alternatively, the printed matter 120 may be formed on the back side of the fabric 10, and the reinforcing material 140 may be configured to be detachably fitted from the back side of the fabric to metal fittings attached to the location where the printed matter 120 is formed. In this case, the fan ring contacts the reinforcing material 140. It is also possible for the reinforcing material 140 to double as an attachment member such as a fan ring. In other words, the attachment member such as the fan ring can be configured to have the same material and performance as the reinforcing material 140.

[0044] Next, a fan-equipped garment according to a third embodiment will be described with reference to Figures 7 and 8. In the third embodiment, a reinforcing material is fixed around the printed matter on the front side of the fabric.

[0045] FIG. 7 is a diagram showing the configuration of a fan mounting portion according to the third embodiment. FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view showing a schematic view of a portion of the fan mounting portion according to the third embodiment. The printed matter 220 is composed of annular patterns 220A and 220B of different diameters, and is formed concentrically (coaxially) on the front side 10F of the fabric. The reinforcing material 240 is formed in an annular shape so as to have a size that fits into the gap between the annular patterns 220A and 220B. Note that an annular pattern 200B may also be formed as in the second embodiment.

[0046] The overall width B1 of the annular patterns 220A and 220B of the printed material 220 is determined based on the flange width of the fan casing. Therefore, the annular patterns 220A and 220B contact the inside and outside of the flange, respectively, and the reinforcing material 240 contacts primarily the center portion of the flange. By attaching the reinforcing material 240 between the annular patterns 220A and 220B, design freedom is enhanced. By arranging the reinforcing material 240 and the printed material 220 on the same fabric surface, the size of the reinforcing material 240 can be made smaller than the size of the attachment member (e.g., radial width), while maintaining functionality such as durability and strength. Furthermore, because there are no attachment elements or processed portions on the lining 10B side of the fabric 10 and only attachment elements are provided on the front side 10F, deterioration of durability on the back side of the garment 10 can be suppressed.

[0047] The thickness D and radial width L of the reinforcing material 240 may be determined according to the radial width, spacing M, thickness N, etc. of the annular patterns 220A and 220B of the printed matter 220. The printed matter 220 may be configured with three or more annular patterns with the reinforcing material 240 interposed between them, or the annular reinforcing material may partially overlap the printed matter. It is also possible to attach a reinforcing material around a single annular pattern having width B1, as in the first embodiment, or to attach the reinforcing material 240 by overlapping it on top of an annular pattern having width B1. The reinforcing material 240 may be attached using a fastening tool such as the metal fittings shown in the first and second embodiments, or by other methods such as stitching or heat fusion.

[0048] The thickness, shape, elasticity, stretchability, etc. of the reinforcing material can be determined as appropriate based on the size, shape, weight, etc. of the fan, as well as the properties of the material, including the stretchability, of fabric 10. For example, resins other than silicone resin, such as polyethylene, can be used. Furthermore, the ink forming printed matter 20 and the material and type of the reinforcing material are not limited to rubber resin, and viscoelastic materials and pigments that improve durability and strength can be selected as appropriate depending on the durability, etc., of the reinforcing material.

[0049] In particular, by adjusting the components of ink B in the printed material, it is possible to create a configuration that does not require metal fittings 131-135 and reinforcing material 40. In other words, by using screen printing, which involves forming a thick printed material, and the process of forming the mounting holes, it is possible to provide fan-equipped clothing in which the fan is securely attached to the fabric without any reduction in durability, such as fraying of the threads in the fan mounting area. Printing methods other than screen printing (such as other stencil printing) may also be used. The printed material can also be formed on the back of the fabric.

[0050] Conversely, it is also possible to stably attach a fan to fabric by attaching and fixing a reinforcing material to the fabric using fixing devices such as metal fittings without using screen printing. That is, it is possible to provide a garment or a garment-attached fan that can be attached to a garment fan, which includes clothing fabric with a fan mounting hole and a reinforcing material with an opening corresponding to the size of the mounting hole, and the reinforcing material is fixed around the mounting hole in the clothing fabric with a fixing device. It is also possible to provide a method for manufacturing a garment or a fan-attached part that can be attached to a fan, which includes the steps of forming a fan mounting hole in the clothing fabric and attaching the reinforcing material with an opening corresponding to the size of the mounting hole around the mounting hole in the clothing fabric using a fixing device. [Explanation of symbols]

[0051] 10 Fabric (clothing fabric) 10A, 10B mounting holes 20 Printed matter 31 Metal fittings 40 Reinforcement 100 Fan-equipped Clothing

Claims

[Claim 1] A step of screen printing on a printing target area on the front side of the garment fabric; and forming a fan mounting hole in the clothing fabric, the fan mounting hole being surrounded by a printed matter formed on the front side of the clothing fabric, The method for manufacturing a garment or a fan mounting part on which a fan can be attached is characterized in that the screen printing process includes a process of forming a plate on the screen that blocks screen holes other than those of the printing pattern, and filling the entire screen with ink.

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