Construction comprising patterned adhesive deadener

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a linerless construction comprising a facestock having a first side and a second side, an adhesive layer covering 100% of the second side of the facestock, and an adhesive deadener applied to portions of the adhesive layer. The adhesive deadener covers between 1% and 80% of the adhesive layer. The adhesive deadener may be pigmented and may cover between 5% and 30% of the adhesive layer. The facestock may comprise thermal paper, which may be free of bisphenol components. The construction may further include timing marks located on the first side or the second side of the facestock. Methods of manufacturing the linerless construction and rolls of linerless labels incorporating the construction are also provided.

Description

CONSTRUCTION COMPRISING PATTERNED ADHESIVE DEADENERTECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present disclosure relates to adhesive laminates and coated facestocks, and more particularly to a direct thermal linerless construction with a fully coated adhesive and a patterned adhesive deadener.BACKGROUND

[0002] Adhesive laminates and coated facestocks are widely used in various industries for applications such as labels, packaging, graphics, and signage. These materials typically consist of multiple layers, including a facestock, an adhesive layer, and often a release liner. The adhesive layer allows the laminate to be applied to a substrate, while the release liner protects the adhesive until use.

[0003] Traditional adhesive laminates often face challenges related to manufacturing efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental concerns. For instance, the use of release liners, while protective, can generate waste and increase production costs. Additionally, conventional adhesive application methods may result in uneven coverage or excessive adhesive use.

[0004] In recent years, there has been a growing demand for linerless label constructions, which eliminate the need for a separate release liner. These constructions can offer advantages in terms of reduced material waste and potentially lower production costs. However, linerless constructions present their own set of challenges, such as ensuring proper release properties and preventing unwanted adhesion during storage and use.

[0005] The adhesive used in these laminates plays a crucial role in their performance. Pressuresensitive adhesives (PSAs) are commonly employed due to their ability to form a bond with light pressure. However, controlling the adhesive properties and preventing unwanted adhesion can be challenging, particularly in linerless constructions.

[0006] Various methods have been explored to modify adhesive properties or create patterns of adhesive on substrates. These approaches aim to address issues such as adhesive buildup on cutting tools, unwanted adhesion during storage, and the need for controlled release properties. However, many existing solutions may involve complex manufacturing processes or additional materials, potentially offsetting the benefits of linerless constructions.SUMMARY

[0007] This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form that are further described below in the detailed description. This summary is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used as an aid in determining the scope of the claimed subject matter.

[0008] There is an ongoing need in the industry for improved adhesive laminate constructions and manufacturing methods that can offer enhanced performance, cost-effectiveness, and environmental benefits. Innovations in this field could potentially address challenges related to adhesive application, release properties, and overall laminate functionality across a wide range of applications.

[0009] According to an aspect of the present disclosure, a linerless construction is provided. The linerless construction includes a facestock having a first side and a second side, an adhesive layer covering 100% of the second side of the facestock, and an adhesive deadener applied to portions of the adhesive layer, wherein the adhesive deadener covers between 1% and 80% of the adhesive layer.

[0010] According to other aspects of the present disclosure, the linerless construction may include one or more of the following features. The adhesive deadener may cover between 5% and 30% of the adhesive layer. The adhesive deadener may be pigmented. The facestock may comprise thermal paper. The thermal paper may be free of bisphenol components. The linerless construction may further comprise timing marks located on the first side or the second side of the facestock.

[0011] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, a method of manufacturing a linerless construction is provided. The method includes providing a facestock having a first side and a second side, applying an adhesive layer to 100% of the second side of the facestock, and depositing an adhesive deadener on portions of the adhesive layer, wherein the adhesive deadener covers between 1% and 80% of the adhesive layer.

[0012] According to other aspects of the present disclosure, the method may include one or more of the following features. Applying the adhesive layer may comprise covering 100% of the second side of the facestock with the adhesive layer. Depositing the adhesive deadener may comprise covering between 5% and 30% of the adhesive layer with the adhesive deadener. The adhesive deadener may be pigmented. The facestock may comprise thermal paper. The thermal paper may be free of bisphenol components. The method may further comprise applying timing marks to the first side or the second side of the facestock.

[0013] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, a roll of linerless labels is provided. The roll of linerless labels includes a plurality of labels, each label comprising a facestock having a first side and a second side, an adhesive layer covering 100% of the second side of the facestock, and an adhesive deadener applied to portions of the adhesive layer, wherein the adhesive deadener coversbetween 1% and 80% of the adhesive layer. The first side of the facestock includes a thermally sensitive coating.

[0014] According to other aspects of the present disclosure, the roll of linerless labels may include one or more of the following features. The adhesive layer may the second side of the facestock. The adhesive deadener may cover between 5% and 30% of the adhesive layer. The adhesive deadener may be pigmented. The roll of linerless labels may further comprise timing marks located on the first side or the second side of the facestock. The timing marks may be printed onto the adhesive layer prior to application of the adhesive deadener.

[0015] According to another yet aspect of the present disclosure, provided for is a construction, comprising: a facestock having a first side and a second side; an adhesive layer covering 100% of the second side of the facestock; and an adhesive deadener applied to portions of the adhesive layer, wherein the adhesive deadener covers between 1% and 80% of the adhesive layer and the adhesive deadener is UV curable. The adhesive deadener can contain at least one acrylate and benzophenone. Further, the adhesive deadener can contain an epoxy acrylate. Additionally, the adhesive deadener has a solids percentage of greater than 90% and have a viscosity greater than 150cps.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] Non-limiting and non-exhaustive examples are described with reference to the following figures.

[0017] Figure 1 (FIG. 1) illustrates a cross-sectional view of a layered structure for a linerless construction, according to aspects of the present disclosure.

[0018] Figure 2 (FIG. 2) depicts a simplified cross-sectional view of an exemplary linerless construction, in accordance with an embodiment.

[0019] Figure 3 (FIG. 3) depicts an additional simplified cross-sectional view of an exemplary linerless construction, in accordance with an embodiment.

[0020] Figure 4 (FIG. 4) shows a cross-sectional view of another exemplary linerless construction with timing marks, according to an aspect of the present disclosure.

[0021] Figure 5 (FIG. 5) illustrates a simplified representation of adhesive and deadener application patterns, in accordance with example embodiments.

[0022] Figure 6 (FIG. 6) depicts a bottom plan view of a layered material structure with timing marks, according to aspects of the present disclosure.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] In some embodiments, layers can be combined into representative constructions. Each layer within this construction serves a distinct purpose, contributing to the overall performance andfunctionality. These layers can include, but are by no means limited to an adhesive layer, a face stock layer, and an optional liner layer. These layers and other layers will be discussed herein in greater detail.

[0024] The present disclosure provides in some embodiments a direct thermal linerless construction that includes an adhesive, which is flood-coated, and an adhesive deadener that may be applied to portions of the adhesive. In some embodiments these portions of the construction can be applied in a single pass, simplifying the manufacturing process. The adhesive covers 100% of the side of the facestock to which it is applied, and the adhesive deadener may be greater than 1% applied to the adhesive. The adhesive deadener may be applied in any pattern to the flood-coated adhesive and in some embodiments could be pigmented.

[0025] The disclosure further provides a construction that may include at least one adhesive coated material, with one or more additional layers. These layers can serve distinct purposes, contributing to the overall performance and functionality of the construction. The layers may include, but are not limited to, an adhesive layer, a facestock layer, a discontinuous deadener layer, and an optional liner layer.Definitions

[0026] As used herein, the term "laminate" or "laminate structure" means, with respect to construction, at least one adhesive coated material, generally with one or more additional layers. Non-limiting examples of such layers to make up the multilayer include protective layers, spacing layers, adhesive layers, optical component-containing layers, metallic layers, barrier layers, release liners, tie coat layers, clear layers, color layers, white layers, reflective layers, fluid transfer layers, strength promoting layers, topcoats, print receptive layers, print containing layers, indicia layers, functional layers, and the like as well as combinations thereof. The resultant multilayer laminate construction described herein can be used for a variety of applications including, but not limited to, graphics applications, such as automobile and architectural wraps; reflective applications, such as road and traffic signs, trains and other commercial vehicles, etc.; and label and packaging applications.

[0027] As used herein, the term "gsm" means grams per square meter.Adhesives

[0028] The adhesive(s) used in the constructions can be a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA), a non-pressure sensitive adhesive, a hot-melt adhesive, or combinations thereof. The adhesive may be any useful adhesive which has the hardness and adhesive properties needed for the constructions described herein.

[0029] In some aspects, the constructions described herein may contain one or more adhesives. The adhesive(s) can be a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA), a non-pressure sensitive adhesive, a hot- melt adhesive, or combinations thereof. The selection of the adhesive type may depend on the specific requirements of the construction and its intended application.

[0030] In some cases, the adhesive is a PSA. The PSA may be any known PSA that is suitable for the intended application. In some embodiments, the PSA is a solvent type adhesive, an emulsion type adhesive, or non-emulsion type adhesive. The choice between a solvent type adhesive and an emulsion type adhesive may depend on factors such as the desired adhesive properties, the materials to be bonded, and environmental considerations.

[0031] In some embodiments, the PSA is an emulsion adhesive. Emulsion adhesives may offer advantages such as ease of application, low toxicity, and low cost. In other cases, the PSA is a solvent type adhesive, which may provide strong bonding strength and resistance to environmental conditions. Non-emulsion type adhesives may also be used in some embodiments, offering potential benefits such as high heat resistance and flexibility.

[0032] Hot melt PSAs may also be used in some cases. Hot melt PSAs are typically applied in a molten state and form a bond upon cooling. This type of adhesive may offer advantages such as fast setting times, good adhesion to a variety of substrates, and the ability to be applied without the use of solvents.

[0033] The adhesive may be acrylic or any other useful adhesive which has the hardness and adhesive properties needed for the laminates and / or adhesive coated facestocks. In certain embodiments, the adhesive should have a hardness sufficient to prevent the adhesive squeezing out of the laminate or article during processing.

[0034] In some embodiments, the coatweight of adhesives may be between 2 and 100 gsm. The specific coatweight may be selected based on factors such as the desired adhesive properties, the materials to be bonded, and the intended application of the laminate. In some cases, a lower coatweight may be used to reduce material costs and environmental impact, while in other cases, a higher coatweight may be used to achieve stronger bonding strength or to accommodate rough or porous substrates. The overall thickness of the adhesive may be between about 2 and about 20 pm.

[0035] In some aspects, the construction may include a layer or region of a secondary adhesive. This secondary adhesive may be utilized to adhere the construction to a layer of interest. The secondary adhesive may contain one or more adhesives which may be the same or different than the adhesive of the patterned or porous adhesive. In some embodiments, the secondary adhesive may be a PSA, a non-pressure sensitive adhesive, a hot-melt adhesive, or combinations thereof. The selectionof the secondary adhesive type may depend on the specific requirements of the construction and its intended application.

[0036] In some cases, the secondary adhesive may be coated onto the facestock, the primary adhesive may be coated onto the release liner, and the coated adhesive and release liner may be laminated together such that the primary and secondary adhesives are in direct contact with each other. Alternatively, or additionally, both the primary and secondary adhesive may be coated on the facestock or the release liner, then laminated together. It is contemplated that the layering of the primary and secondary adhesive relative to the facestock and the release liner may be either facestock, primary adhesive, secondary adhesive, and release liner or facestock, secondary adhesive, primary adhesive, release liner. Regardless of the order of primary and secondary adhesive, it is contemplated that at least one of the primary and secondary adhesive is patterned, taking into consideration that the other adhesive may be continuous.

[0037] In some embodiments, the secondary adhesive may be applied in a pattern or may be flood-coated onto the facestock layer. The specific pattern of the secondary adhesive may be determined based on the desired functionality of the construction. For instance, the pattern may be designed to facilitate certain adhesive properties, such as peel strength or shear resistance. In other cases, the pattern of the secondary adhesive may be random or irregular. The flexibility in the pattern application of the secondary adhesive allows for customization of the construction to suit a variety of end uses.

[0038] In some aspects, the secondary adhesive may have a coatweight that falls within a range of about 2 to 100 gsm. The specific coatweight may be selected based on factors such as the desired adhesive properties, the materials to be bonded, and the intended application of the construction. In some cases, a lower coatweight may be used to reduce material costs and environmental impact, while in other cases, a higher coatweight may be used to achieve stronger bonding strength or to accommodate rough or porous substrates.Release Liners

[0039] The constructions described herein may also include one or more release liner(s) that provide necessary support and release properties. The release liner may be made of, or from, a variety of materials including, but not limited to, paper or polymer film liners.

[0040] In some embodiments, the constructions described herein may include one or more release liner(s). The liner may have a first side, a second side opposed to the first side, a first edge, and a second edge opposed to the second edge. The liner may be any useful liner which provides necessary support and release properties. The liner may be made of, or from, a variety of materialsincluding, but not limited to, paper or polymer film liners. In some embodiments, the caliper of the paper is sufficient to die cut the resulting construction or article. For example, liner calipers can range from about 18 pm to 23 pm for PET liners. In some embodiments, the liner has lay flat properties. In some embodiments, the liner has a machine glaze or finish. In some embodiments, the liner has a silicone hold out layer. The hold out layer provides adhesion between the release coating and the release liner. The silicone holdout layer also prevents the silicone release coating from soaking into the liner.

[0041] In some embodiments, the release liner includes a liner having a release coating. The release coating of the release liner provides a releasable bond with the PSA or other adhesive. The release coating may be any composition which provides a desired releasable bond strength.

[0042] In some embodiments, the release coating is a silicone release coating. The release coating can be prepared by curing silicone polymers in the presence of a control release agent. In some embodiments, the control release agent is a copolymer of a monofunctional silicone unit of the formula R3SiOl / 2 and tetrafunctional silicone units SiO4 / 2 wherein R is an alkyl or alkenyl group. In some embodiments, the alkyl or alkenyl groups contain from about 1 to about 12, or from about 1 to about 6 carbon atoms. Non-limiting examples of alkyl and alkenyl groups include methyl, ethyl, propyl, butyl, hexyl, ethenyl, propenyl, butenyl and hexenyl groups.

[0043] The control release agent is typically reacted with a polysiloxane. The polysiloxane may be any polysiloxane which is useful in forming a release coating. Examples of useful polysiloxanes include, but are not limited to, vinyl terminated, hydroxy terminated and epoxy terminated polysiloxanes. In some embodiments, the polysiloxane is a functional polydialkyl siloxane, wherein the alkyl group contains from about 1 to about 6 carbon atoms. The alkyl groups independently include, but are not limited to, methyl, ethyl, propyl, butyl, pentyl, hexyl groups or mixtures thereof. In some embodiments, the alkyl or alkenyl group contains from 1 to about 12, or from 1 to about 6 carbon atoms. The polysiloxane typically has a viscosity average molecular weight of greater than 300,000 centipoise (cps). In other embodiments, the polysiloxane has a viscosity molecular weight from about 300,000 to about 1,000,000 or more. The polysiloxane may be represented by the formula (I):RO((Si(R)2O)x)-Si)-R (I) wherein each R is independently as defined above and x is an integer.

[0044] In some embodiments, the release coating is prepared with a cross linking agent. In some embodiments, the cross linking agent is a reactive polysiloxane, such as a polydialkyl or polyhydroalkyl siloxane. The alkyl groups are the same as those described above.

[0045] The release coating may be applied in a solvent, solvent-less or emulsion form. The release coating may be cured by any known curing process, e.g. thermal, radiation, etc., to form therelease coating. The curing may be catalyzed by silicone soluble complexed compounds of Group VIII transition metals, such as platinum.

[0046] Commercially available release agents include, but are not limited to, GE SS-4335, a silicone release agent in unreactive solvent. Commercially available polysiloxanes include, but are not limited to, GE SS-4331, a vinyl terminated polydimethyl siloxane. Commercially available linking agents include, but are not limited to, GE SS-4300C, a polymethyvinyl siloxane. Exemplary catalysts include, but are not limited to, SS-8010 catalyst in toluene. These materials are available commercially from General Electric Company's Silicone Products Division. Similar silicone products are available under the tradename Syl-off from Dow Corning Corporation.

[0047] It will be understood that the present subject matter is not limited to any of the noted release coatings or agents, and instead includes nearly any release coating or agent suitable for the intended end use application. Furthermore, although the present subject matter has been described in association with release liners, it will be appreciated that appropriately configured carrier films and other members could be used instead of release liners and rely on release coatings solely.Facestocks

[0048] The facestock used in the constructions can be selected from a variety of materials including synthetic papers, plastic films or sheets, paper, cardboard, and others. The facestock may be, or may include, a multilayer polymeric sheet. The facestock layer may be selected from a variety of materials including synthetic papers, plastic films or sheets, paper, cardboard, and others. The facestock layer may be, or may include, a multilayer polymeric sheet. In some embodiments, the facestock layer may include both co-extruded multi-layers and laminated multi-layers. The facestock layer may also exhibit certain visibility characteristics such as opaqueness, color, and / or brightness. In some cases, the facestock layer may include water or other liquid absorbency properties.

[0049] Suitable facestocks include, but are not limited to, synthetic papers such as polyolefin type and polystyrene type; various plastic films or sheets such as polyolefin, polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene terephthalate, polystyrene, polyurethane, polymethacrylate and polycarbonate. Additional examples of suitable facestocks include paper and cardboard. The facestock may be, or may include, a multilayer polymeric sheet. The multi-layers may be coextruded, or the multi-layers may be laminated together. In some embodiments, the facestock includes both co-extruded multilayers and laminated multi-layers. In addition, a white opaque film may be formed by adding a white pigment to one or more of the aforementioned synthetic resins and used as the facestock. In some embodiments, a foamed film is used as the facestock. The foamed film may be formed by a conventional foaming operation. In other embodiments, the facestock may be a laminated bodyformed by combining a plurality of single layered sheets composed of the above listed materials. Examples of such a laminated body may include the combination of cellulose fiber paper with synthetic paper, and a laminated body of combined cellulose fiber paper with a plastic film or sheet. In another suitable embodiment, the facestock includes coated and uncoated papers, metalized papers, aluminum foil, laminated paper and paper with a polymeric material extruded onto the surface of the paper. In certain versions, the facestock can be coated with a liquid absorbent material. The selected facestock may be porous or semi-porous. The facestock may exhibit certain visibility characteristics such as opaqueness, color, and / or brightness. The facestock may include water or other liquid absorbency properties. The facestock may be electrically conductive and / or include electrically conductive coatings or regions. A wide array of commercially available facestocks can be used such as for example those available under the designation TESLIN.

[0050] The thickness of the facestock is optionally determined with reference to application specific criteria. Such criteria may include the desired end use. In some embodiments, the sheet thickness is in a range of from about 10 pm to about 300 pm. In some additional embodiments, the sheet thickness is in a range of from about 20 pm to about 150 pm. In still some additional embodiments, the sheet thickness is in a range of from about 30 pm to about 100 pm. Optionally, a primer treatment or a corona discharging treatment or a plasma treatment may be used on the facestock to increase a bonding strength between the facestock and a dried topcoat composition to be formed on a surface of the facestock.

[0051] In certain embodiments described herein, the facestock exhibits one or more functions or functional characteristics. For example, the facestock may be selected to enable or promote an indication such as a visual indication of a liquid, outgassing such as directing or allowing flow of air or gas across a thickness of the facestock, water or liquid retention within the facestock, electrical discharge or conductivity of the facestock, chemical delivery across a thickness of the facestock, passage of sound across a thickness of the facestock, and / or combinations of these functions or characteristics.

[0052] In some cases, the facestock layer may be treated with a primer treatment, a corona discharging treatment, or a plasma treatment. These treatments may enhance the bonding strength between the facestock layer and the adhesive layer, improve the printability of the facestock layer, or provide other functional benefits. The choice of treatment may depend on factors such as the materials used in the facestock layer and adhesive layer, the desired properties of the construction, and the intended application of the construction.

[0053] In some embodiments, the facestock layer may be thermal paper. Thermal paper is a type of paper that is coated with a material that changes color when exposed to heat. This property makesthermal paper suitable for use in applications such as receipt printing, where the heat from a thermal printer can be used to create printed indicia on the facestock layer. The use of thermal paper as the facestock layer may provide advantages such as ease of printing, high print quality, and the ability to create printed indicia without the need for ink.

[0054] In other cases, the facestock layer may be receipt paper. Receipt paper is a type of paper that is commonly used for printing receipts in retail and other commercial settings. Receipt paper may be chosen as the facestock layer due to its availability, low cost, and suitability for printing applications. In some aspects, the receipt paper may be coated with a material that enhances its printability, durability, or other properties.

[0055] In some embodiments, the receipt paper used as the facestock layer may be free of bisphenol components. Bisphenols, such as bisphenol A (BPA) and bisphenol S (BPS), are chemicals that are often used in the production of thermal paper. However, these chemicals have been associated with potential health risks, leading to a demand for bisphenol-free alternatives. By using receipt paper that is free of bisphenol components as the facestock layer, the constructions described herein may be suitable for use in applications where exposure to bisphenols is a concern.

[0056] In some embodiments, the facestock can include a plurality of timing marks. Timing marks are small, regularly spaced marks printed on the back side of the thermal paper roll. They are not visible on the front of the facestock where in some embodiments the transaction information is printed. Timing marks help ensure that the receipt is cut accurately at the end of the transaction. The cutter in the receipt printer uses these marks to align the blade and make a clean cut, preventing jagged edges or wasted paper. In some cases, timing marks can also be used for image registration. This means they assist in aligning the printed image correctly on the paper, ensuring that the text and any graphics appear in the intended position. Frequently a receipt printer has a sensor that detects these timing marks as the paper rolls through. This sensor sends a signal to the cutter mechanism, triggering it to cut the paper at the precise location of the mark. The appearance may be black bars or lines, small holes or perforations. These timing marks could be invisible to the naked eye and may instead only be able to be imaged by the receipt printer. In such embodiment the timing mark may be made with near IR (NIR) ink or other optically invisible inks under normal visible light conditions.Optional Layers

[0057] In some aspects, the construction may include one or more additional layers or components. These additional layers can serve various functions and can include, but are not limited to, protective layers, tie coat layers, clear layers, color layers, white layers, reflective layers, fluidtransfer layers, strength promoting layers, topcoats, print receptive layers, print containing layers, indicia layers, functional layers, and combinations thereof.

[0058] For instance, a protective layer may be included in the construction to provide a barrier against physical damage or environmental factors. This layer may be made of a durable material, such as a tough polymer or a metal foil. In some cases, a tie coat layer may be included to promote adhesion between other layers within the construction. This layer may be made of an adhesive or a primer that enhances the bonding strength between adjacent layers.

[0059] In some embodiments, the construction may include a clear layer that provides a transparent or translucent surface. This layer may be made of a clear polymer or glass, and may be used to protect underlying layers while allowing visual inspection of those layers. In other cases, the construction may include a color layer or a white layer to provide a colored or white surface. These layers may be made of a colored or white material, and may be used to enhance the appearance of the construction or to provide a background for printed indicia.

[0060] In some aspects, the construction may include a reflective layer that reflects light. This layer may be made of a reflective material, such as a metal foil or a reflective polymer, and may be used in applications where high visibility is required, such as road signs or safety markings. In other cases, the construction may include a fluid transfer layer that allows for the movement of a fluid, such as a liquid or a gas, through at least a portion of the construction. This layer may be made of a porous material, and may be used in applications where fluid transfer is required, such as in moisture management or filtration applications.

[0061] In some embodiments, the construction may include a strength promoting layer that enhances the mechanical strength or durability of the construction. This layer may be made of a strong material, such as a fiber-reinforced polymer or a metal mesh. In other cases, the construction may include a topcoat that provides a protective or decorative surface finish to the construction. This layer may be made of a durable and aesthetically pleasing material, such as a high-gloss polymer or a metallic coating.

[0062] In some aspects, the construction may include a print receptive layer that is designed to receive printed indicia. This layer may be made of a material that readily accepts ink or other printing materials, and may be used to provide a surface for printing text, graphics, or other indicia. In other cases, the construction may include a print containing layer that already includes printed indicia. This layer may be made of a printed material, and may be used to provide pre-printed text, graphics, or other indicia.

[0063] In some embodiments, the construction may include an indicia layer that provides information or identification on the construction. This layer may be made of a material that can bemarked or engraved, and may be used to provide labels, barcodes, or other identification marks. In other cases, the construction may include a functional layer that provides a specific function, such as electrical conductivity, thermal insulation, or antimicrobial activity. This layer may be made of a functional material, such as a conductive polymer, an insulating material, or an antimicrobial agent.

[0064] These additional layers may enhance the functionality and versatility of the construction, allowing it to be customized for a wide range of end uses. The specific composition and arrangement of these additional layers may be selected based on the desired properties of the construction, the materials used in the adhesive layer and facestock, and the intended application of the construction.

[0065] In some aspects, the construction structure may include a protective layer that provides a barrier against physical damage or environmental factors. In other cases, the construction structure may include a spacing layer that provides a gap or distance between other layers within the construction. The construction structure may also include an adhesive layer that facilitates the bonding of the construction to a substrate or another layer within the construction.

[0066] In some cases, the laminate structure may include a barrier layer that prevents or reduces the passage of certain substances, such as gases, liquids, or solids, through the laminate. Release liners may be included in the laminate structure to provide a surface from which the adhesive can be easily removed.Construction Properties

[0067] In some aspects, the constructions described herein may exhibit specific functional properties. For instance, the constructions may serve as liquid indicators. In such cases, the speed or rate of the indicator color change may be linked to the properties of the facestock, such as its absorbency of liquid, and the porosity of the pattern adhesive in the Z-direction. The indication is typically irreversible and can be measured by color change or by a simple visual comparison. The discoloration of a face or region of the construction can be measured and quantified by optical change, such as by CIE Lab or by a simple visual comparison. The discoloration can be permanent or nonpermanent. In some embodiments, the discoloration can also be temporary and revert to an initial state after passage of a period of time.

[0068] In other embodiments, the constructions may serve as outgassing layers. In such cases, the constructions may allow for the passage, transfer, and / or migration of a medium or agent from one side of an adhesive region of a construction, to another side of the adhesive region. This phenomenon enables passage, transfer, and / or migration of a medium or agent from one side of an adhesive region of a construction, to another side of the adhesive region. Although medium penetration or transport is noted as being in the Z-direction, it will be understood that the presentsubject matter is not limited to such and may also include penetration / transport in the X-direction and / or Y-direction.

[0069] In some cases, the constructions may exhibit electrical conductivity. This property may be useful in applications where electrical current needs to be transferred across or through the construction. The electrical conductivity of the construction may be achieved by incorporating conductive materials into one or more layers of the construction, such as the facestock layer, the adhesive layer, or an additional functional layer. The specific materials and methods used to achieve electrical conductivity may depend on the desired level of conductivity, the materials used in the other layers of the construction, and the intended application of the construction. The constructions described herein may have specific and useful properties or functionalities. For example, the constructions may enable formation in which transfer, propagation, and / or migration of liquid, gas, sound waves, electrical current, and / or other agents or elements can occur and is controlled across or through the construction in a Z-direction.

[0070] In some embodiments, the constructions may exhibit other functional properties, such as water absorption or sound channeling. For instance, the constructions may be designed to absorb water or other liquids, which could be useful in applications such as moisture management or filtration. Alternatively, the constructions may be designed to channel sound waves across or through the construction, which could be useful in applications such as acoustic insulation or soundproofing. The specific design and materials used to achieve these functional properties may depend on the desired properties of the construction, the materials used in the other layers of the construction, and the intended application of the construction.

[0071] In some embodiments, the construction may be designed for use in applications that require thermal responsiveness, such as temperature indicators or thermal printers. For these applications, the construction may include a thermally responsive layer that changes color or other properties in response to changes in temperature. This layer may be made of a thermochromic material, such as a liquid crystal or a leuco dye. In some cases, the construction may also include a protective layer that provides a barrier against physical damage or environmental factors.

[0072] In some embodiments, the construction structure may include an optical componentcontaining layer that alters or enhances the optical properties of the construction. This could include layers that reflect, refract, or absorb light in specific ways. Metallic layers may also be included in the laminate structure, providing properties such as electrical conductivity or thermal conductivity.Top Coat Formulation and Application

[0073] In some aspects, the constructions described herein may include a top coat. The top coat may serve various functions such as providing a protective or decorative surface finish to the construction, enhancing the printability of the construction, or altering the surface properties of the construction. The top coat may be made of a variety of materials, including but not limited to, polymers, resins, pigments, fillers, and other additives. The specific composition of the top coat may be selected based on the desired properties of the construction, the materials used in the other layers of the construction, and the intended application of the construction.

[0074] In some embodiments, the top coat may be deposited on a layer of the construction by any suitable method. Non-limiting examples of suitable methods include bath coating, spray coating, slot coating, spin coating, curtain coating, gravure coating, reverse gravure print coating, reverse roll coating, knife over roll coating, metering rod coating, air knife coating, or combinations thereof. The choice of coating method may depend on factors such as the viscosity of the top coat formulation, the desired thickness of the top coat, the materials used in the other layers of the construction, and the intended application of the construction.

[0075] In some cases, the top coat may be deposited by bath coating. Bath coating involves immersing the construction in a bath of the top coat formulation, allowing the top coat to adhere to the surface of the construction. This method may be suitable for applications where a uniform coating of the top coat is desired.

[0076] In other embodiments, the top coat may be deposited by spray coating. Spray coating involves spraying the top coat formulation onto the surface of the construction, allowing for a controlled and uniform application of the top coat. This method may be suitable for applications where a precise control over the thickness and distribution of the top coat is required.

[0077] In some aspects, the top coat may be deposited by slot coating. Slot coating involves extruding the top coat formulation through a slot onto the surface of the construction. This method may be suitable for applications where a high coating speed and a uniform coating thickness are desired.

[0078] In other cases, the top coat may be deposited by spin coating. Spin coating involves applying the top coat formulation onto the surface of the construction and then spinning the construction to spread the top coat evenly over the surface. This method may be suitable for applications where a thin and uniform coating of the top coat is required.

[0079] In some embodiments, the top coat may be deposited by curtain coating. Curtain coating involves pouring the top coat formulation over the surface of the construction in a continuous curtain, allowing for a uniform and continuous coating of the top coat. This method may be suitable for applications where a high coating speed and a uniform coating thickness are desired.

[0080] In other aspects, the top coat may be deposited by gravure coating or reverse gravure print coating. These methods involve transferring the top coat formulation onto the surface of the construction using a gravure cylinder, allowing for a precise control over the thickness and distribution of the top coat. These methods may be suitable for applications where a high resolution and a precise control over the thickness and distribution of the top coat are required.

[0081] In some cases, the top coat may be deposited by reverse roll coating. Reverse roll coating involves transferring the top coat formulation onto the surface of the construction using a series of rolls, allowing for a uniform and continuous coating of the top coat. This method may be suitable for applications where a high coating speed and a uniform coating thickness are desired.

[0082] In other embodiments, the top coat may be deposited by knife over roll coating. Knife over roll coating involves applying the top coat formulation onto the surface of the construction and then spreading the top coat evenly over the surface using a knife. This method may be suitable for applications where a thin and uniform coating of the top coat is required.

[0083] In some aspects, the top coat may be deposited by metering rod coating. Metering rod coating involves applying the top coat formulation onto the surface of the construction and then spreading the top coat evenly over the surface using a metering rod. This method may be suitable for applications where a precise control over the thickness and distribution of the top coat is required.

[0084] In other cases, the top coat may be deposited by air knife coating. Air knife coating involves applying the top coat formulation onto the surface of the construction and then spreading the top coat evenly over the surface using an air knife. This method may be suitable for applications where a thin and uniform coating of the top coat is required.

[0085] In some embodiments, combinations of these coating methods may be used to deposit the top coat. The choice of coating method or combination of methods may depend on factors such as the desired properties of the top coat, the materials used in the other layers of the construction, and the intended application of the construction.Adhesive Deadener

[0086] Exemplary embodiments include an adhesive deadener. The adhesive deadener, when applied, may be in an amount greater than 1% over the flood coated adhesive layer. This percentage may vary depending on the specific requirements of the application. In some aspects, the direct thermal linerless construction may include an adhesive deadener that can be pigmented. The pigmentation of the adhesive deadener may provide visual cues or other functional benefits. In some cases, the adhesive deadener may be colorless or transparent. The use of timing marks may also be incorporated to assist in dispensing the linerless construction to the end user using a printer. Thesetiming marks may be located on either side of the facestock or printed onto the adhesive prior to the application of the release coating.

[0087] The adhesive deadener may be applied in any pattern to the flood-coated adhesive. This pattern may be determined based on the desired functionality of the linerless construction. For instance, the pattern may be designed to facilitate certain adhesive properties, such as peel strength or shear resistance. In other cases, the pattern of the adhesive deadener may be random or irregular. The flexibility in the pattern application of the adhesive deadener allows for customization of the linerless construction to suit a variety of end uses.

[0088] The adhesive deadener could be applied at sufficiently the same time as the adhesive, or in a second pass. The adhesive deadener is applied at a coatweight between about 0.5-1.5gsm. Alternatively, the adhesive and adhesive deadener is applied at a coatweight ratio of between 32:1 to about 8:3, respectively. The thickness of the coatweight of deadener is less than about 5 pm. The adhesive deadener is aqueous based with no silicone components used. One non-limiting example of the deadening agent can include but is not limited to Super Adhesive Deadener WLL009275, which is effective with both acrylic and rubber adhesive systems, and is available from ACTEGA North America, Inc., Lincolnton, NC.

[0089] In another embodiment, the adhesive deadener could be a UV cured acrylate-based system. In this embodiment, the adhesive deadener could be an epoxy acrylate at 30-60 wt%, a diacrylate at 20-50 wt%, at least one phenone at 6-15% and a polyurethane resin at less than 1%. In this embodiment the diacrylate can be chosen from oxybis(methyl-2,l-ethanediyl) diacrylate, (1- methyl-l,2-ethanediyl)bis[oxy(methyl-2,l-ethanediyl)] diacrylate, and mixtures thereof. In one such embodiment the oxybis(methyl-2,l-ethanediyl) diacrylate is between 10 and 30 wt%, and the (1- methyl-l,2-ethanediyl)bis[oxy(methyl-2,l-ethanediyl)] diacrylate is between 10 and 20 wt%. In some embodiments the phenone can be chosen from benzophenone and 2-hydroxy-2- methylpropiophenone, and mixtures thereof. In some embodiments the phenone is a mixture of 5 to 10 wt% of benzophenone and 1 to 5 wt% of 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropiophenone. Additionally, the adhesive deadener has a solids percentage of greater than 90%, greater than 93%, greater than 96%, greater than 98%, greater than 99%, or is 100% solids. Additionally, the viscosity of the adhesive deadener is greater than 150cps, greater than 200cps, greater than 250cps, greater than 300cps, greater than 325cps, less than 500cps, less than 450cps, and less than 400cps, and less than 375cps. One such non-limiting example can include, but is not limited to, the GLOSS RVG001355 ADHESIVE DEADNER product available from ACTEGA North America, Inc., Lincolnton, NC.

[0090] The deadener can be applied at various patterns. Examples of these patterns can include but are by no means limited to vertical stripes, horizontal stripes, diamonds, diagonal stripes, zigzags,checkerboard, and hexagonal. A diamond shape would be characterized by a repeating series of rhombus shapes, often tilted at a 45-degree angle. Variations within the diamond pattern include differing sizes, colors, and orientations of the diamonds, as well as the incorporation of other shapes or lines within the pattern. The diagonal stripes can be characterized by parallel lines running at an angle, typically 45 degrees, but could be other angles depending on the desired implementation. Variations include altering the width, spacing, and color of the stripes, as well as introducing multiple sets of stripes intersecting at different angles. Zigzags, also known as herringbone patterns, consist of a series of V-shaped lines that connect to form a continuous pattern. Variations include altering the angle and length of the zigzags, as well as incorporating different colors or patterns within the V- shaped sections. Checkerboard features alternating squares of two contrasting colors or materials, in the instance of color this is typically black and white. Variations include using different color combinations, altering the size of the squares, or introducing additional shapes or patterns within the squares. A hexagonal pattern comprises a repeating series of six-sided polygons, creating a honeycomb-like effect. Variations include altering the size and color of the hexagons, as well as incorporating other shapes or patterns within the hexagonal structure. In some embodiments the adhesive deadener covers between 1% and 80% of the adhesive layer. In some other embodiments, the adhesive deadener covers between 5% and 50% of the adhesive layer. In yet some other embodiments, the adhesive deadener covers between and 10% 40% of the adhesive layer.

[0091] The amount of adhesive deadener coated to the adhesive reduces the effectiveness of the adhesive strength including but not limited to tack, peel adhesion, shear strength, and creep resistance, of the adhesive in a near linear manner. Thus, if 50% of the adhesive layer is covered in adhesive deadener, the resultant properties would be decreased by approximately 50%.Exemplary Constructions

[0092] Referring specifically to FIG. 1, an exemplary cross-sectional view of a layered structure for a linerless construction 100 in accordance with an embodiment is shown. In this construction, a facestock 102 can be seen with a first side 102A and a second side 102B. Below the facestock 102 a flood coated adhesive 104 can be seen with a first side 104A and a second side 104B. The first side 104A of the adhesive 104 is interfaced with the second side 102B of the facestock 102. Further, an adhesive deadener 106 is applied to a portion of the adhesive 104 at the second side 104B of the adhesive 104.

[0093] Referring specifically to FIG. 2, an exemplary cross-sectional view of a layered structure for a linerless construction 200 in accordance with an embodiment is shown. This embodiment issufficiently similar to the one in FIG.1, with the exception that there is now the presence of timing marks 108 printed on the second side 102B of the facestock 102.

[0094] Referring specifically to FIG. 3, an exemplary cross-sectional view of an exemplary linerless construction 300, in accordance with an embodiment is shown. This embodiment is sufficiently similar to the ones in FIG.l and FIG.2, with the exception that there is now the adhesive deadener 106 is now pigmented.

[0095] Referring specifically to FIG. 4, an exemplary cross-sectional view of another exemplary linerless construction 400 with timing marks, according to an aspect of the present disclosure is shown. This embodiment is sufficiently similar to the ones in FIG.l, with the exception that there is now the adhesive deadener 106 has timing marks 108.

[0096] Referring specifically to FIG. 5, a simplified representation of adhesive and deadener application patterns, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment 500 is shown. This pattern may be repeated along the length of a facestock 102. This can allow a cutter to solely cut on adhesive deadener 108 where it is pigmented.

[0097] Referring specifically to FIG. 6, a bottom plan view of a layered material structure with timing marks, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment 600 is shown. This pattern may be repeated along the length of a facestock 102. This can allow a cutter to solely cut on adhesive deadener 106 where it has a timing mark 108.

[0098] Further, in some embodiments, a roll of linerless labels with repeating patterns of any of the embodiments from FIG.1-6 (100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600) can be produced.

[0099] In some aspects, the construction may be designed for use in label and packaging applications. For these applications, the construction may include a facestock layer made of a material that readily accepts ink or other printing materials, such as paper or a synthetic paper. The facestock layer may be coated with a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) that allows the construction to be easily applied to a variety of packaging materials. In some cases, the construction may also include a barrier layer that prevents or reduces the passage of certain substances, such as gases or moisture, through the construction, thereby protecting the contents of the package.

[0100] These examples illustrate the versatility of the construction described herein, which can be customized for a wide range of end uses by selecting appropriate materials and layers based on the desired properties of the construction and the intended application.

[0101] In some aspects, the manufacturing process for the constructions and adhesive coated facestocks described herein may involve a series of steps. Initially, the facestock layer may be prepared. This could involve selecting the appropriate material for the facestock layer based on the desired properties of the construction and the intended application. The facestock layer may then becut or shaped to the desired dimensions. In some cases, the facestock layer may undergo a treatment process, such as a primer treatment, a corona discharging treatment, or a plasma treatment, to enhance its properties.

[0102] Following the preparation of the facestock layer, the adhesive layer may be applied. This could involve selecting the appropriate adhesive based on the desired properties of the construction and the intended application. The adhesive may then be applied to the facestock layer in a flood- coated manner onto the facestock layer. The application method can be dictated by the thickness or properties of the adhesive which may be determined or informed based on the desired functionality of the construction. In some cases, the adhesive may be applied using a coating method, such as bath coating, spray coating, slot coating, spin coating, curtain coating, gravure coating, reverse gravure print coating, reverse roll coating, knife over roll coating, metering rod coating, air knife coating, or combinations thereof. In some embodiments, the adhesive may be applied using a press.

[0103] In some embodiments, an adhesive deadener may be applied to portions of the adhesive. This could involve selecting the appropriate adhesive deadener based on the desired properties of the construction and the intended application. The adhesive deadener may then be applied in any pattern to the flood-coated adhesive. The specific pattern of the adhesive deadener may be determined based on the desired functionality of the construction.

[0104] In some cases, the construction may include one or more additional layers or components. These additional layers can be applied to the adhesive coated facestock using a variety of methods, such as lamination, extrusion, coating, or printing. The specific method used to apply these additional layers may depend on the nature of the layers and the desired properties of the construction.

[0105] In some embodiments, the construction may undergo a curing process to ensure proper adhesion between the layers and to enhance the properties of the construction. This could involve exposing the construction to heat, radiation, or other curing methods.

[0106] In some cases, the construction may be cut or shaped to the desired dimensions. This could involve using cutting tools, dies, or other shaping methods. The specific method used to cut or shape the construction may depend on the dimensions of the construction and the intended application.

[0107] In other embodiments, the construction may undergo a quality control process to ensure that it meets the desired specifications and standards. This could involve visual inspection, testing, or other quality control methods.

[0108] It is important that the construction may be graspable by a worker when the construction is about to be applied. Many instances, this occurs during food service applications where theconstruction is dispensed with variable information printed on the construction and applied to a bag or vessel to hold a takeout order. This means that the construction must be grasped with a gloved hand or a bare hand and not cause unnecessary smearing or otherwise destruction of the layers.

[0109] Further, as in one embodiment the construction is meant to be torn or ripped on a receipt printer, the deadening layer may further be functionalized to help to clean the blades. This may be done by adding an additive to the deadened layer, or applying a secondary coating to the deadened layer to facilitate this cleaning.

[0110] Specifically, in one embodiment a method of manufacturing is provided. Specifically, the method involves providing a facestock having a first side and a second side, applying a continuous adhesive layer to the second side of the facestock; and depositing an adhesive deadener on portions of the adhesive layer, wherein the adhesive deadener covers between 1% and 80% of the adhesive layer. In some embodiments the method may further comprise applying timing marks to the first side or the second side of the facestock. In some alternative embodiments, the method may further comprise applying timing marks to the adhesive deadener.

[0111] In some embodiments, the adhesive deadener is pigmented. In some other embodiments, the adhesive deadener may be pigmented with a pigment that is applied to the deadener after it is deposited. In some embodiments the provided facestock comprises thermal paper. In yet some other embodiments, the provided facestock is thermal paper and is free of bisphenol components.

[0112] This method could be carried out using a roll-to-roll printer. In such instances it is possible no further processing steps are required as all were done in a single roll-to-roll printer and a closed printing action. This greatly reduces processing times as well as processing steps. This, combined with the high speeds of operation separate this method from those of the prior art.

[0113] These manufacturing steps may be performed in a different order, repeated, omitted, or combined, depending on the specific requirements of the construction and its intended application. The flexibility in the manufacturing process allows for customization of the construction to suit a variety of end uses.

[0114] All definitions, as defined and used herein, should be understood to control over dictionary definitions, definitions in documents incorporated by reference, and / or ordinary meanings of the defined terms.

[0115] The articles "a" and "an," as used herein in the specification and in the claims, unless clearly indicated to the contrary, should be understood to mean "at least one." The phrase "and / or," as used herein in the specification and in the claims (if at all), should be understood to mean "either or both" of the elements so conjoined, i.e., elements that are conjunctively present in some cases anddisjunctively present in other cases. Multiple elements listed with "and / or" should be construed in the same fashion, i.e., "one or more" of the elements so conjoined. Other elements may optionally be present other than the elements specifically identified by the "and / or" clause, whether related or unrelated to those elements specifically identified. Thus, as a non-limiting example, a reference to "A and / or B", when used in conjunction with open-ended language such as "comprising" can refer, in some embodiments, to A only (optionally including elements other than B); in other embodiments, to B only (optionally including elements other than A); in yet other embodiments, to both A and B (optionally including other elements); etc. As used herein in the specification and in the claims, "or" should be understood to have the same meaning as "and / or" as defined above. For example, when separating items in a list, "or" or "and / or" shall be interpreted as being inclusive, i.e., the inclusion of at least one, but also including more than one, of a number or list of elements, and, optionally, additional unlisted items. Only terms clearly indicated to the contrary, such as "only one of" or "exactly one of," or, when used in the claims, "consisting of," will refer to the inclusion of exactly one element of a number or list of elements. In general, the term "or" as used herein shall only be interpreted as indicating exclusive alternatives (i.e. "one or the other but not both") when preceded by terms of exclusivity, such as "either," "one of," "only one of," or "exactly one of." "Consisting essentially of," when used in the claims, shall have its ordinary meaning as used in the field of patent law.

[0116] As used herein in the specification and in the claims, the phrase "at least one," in reference to a list of one or more elements, should be understood to mean at least one element selected from any one or more of the elements in the list of elements, but not necessarily including at least one of each and every element specifically listed within the list of elements and not excluding any combinations of elements in the list of elements. This definition also allows that elements may optionally be present other than the elements specifically identified within the list of elements to which the phrase "at least one" refers, whether related or unrelated to those elements specifically identified. Thus, as a non-limiting example, "at least one of A and B" (or, equivalently, "at least one of A or B," or, equivalently "at least one of A and / or B") can refer, in some embodiments, to at least one, optionally including more than one, A, with no B present (and optionally including elements other than B); in other embodiments, to at least one, optionally including more than one, B, with no A present (and optionally including elements other than A); in yet other embodiments, to at least one, optionally including more than one, A, and at least one, optionally including more than one, B (and optionally including other elements); etc.

[0117] An embodiment is an implementation or example of the present disclosure. Reference in the specification to "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "one particular embodiment," or "other embodiments," or the like, means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described inconnection with the embodiments is included in at least some embodiments, but not necessarily all embodiments, of the invention. The various appearances "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "one particular embodiment," or "other embodiments," or the like, are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiments.

[0118] If this specification states a component, feature, structure, or characteristic "may", "might", or "could" be included, that particular component, feature, structure, or characteristic is not required to be included. If the specification or claim refers to "a" or "an" element, that does not mean there is only one of the element. If the specification or claims refer to "an additional" element, that does not preclude there being more than one of the additional element.

[0119] As used herein in the specification and claims, including as used in the examples and unless otherwise expressly specified, all numbers may be read as if prefaced by the word "about" or "approximately," even if the term does not expressly appear. The phrase "about" or "approximately" may be used when describing magnitude and / or position to indicate that the value and / or position described is within a reasonable expected range of values and / or positions. For example, a numeric value may have a value that is + / -0. % of the stated value (or range of values), + / -1% of the stated value (or range of values), + / -2% of the stated value (or range of values), + / -5% of the stated value (or range of values), + / _10% of the stated value (or range of values), etc. Any numerical range recited herein is intended to include all sub-ranges subsumed therein.

[0120] Additionally, any method of performing the present disclosure may occur in a sequence different than those described herein. Accordingly, no sequence of the method should be read as a limitation unless explicitly stated. It is recognizable that performing some of the steps of the method in a different order could achieve a similar result.

[0121] In the claims, as well as in the specification above, all transitional phrases such as "comprising," "including," "carrying," "having," "containing," "involving," "holding," "composed of," and the like are to be understood to be open-ended, i.e., to mean including but not limited to. Only the transitional phrases "consisting of" and "consisting essentially of" shall be closed or semi-closed transitional phrases, respectively, as set forth in the United States Patent Office Manual of Patent Examining Procedures.

[0122] In the foregoing description, certain terms have been used for brevity, clarity, and understanding. No unnecessary limitations are to be implied therefrom beyond the requirement of the prior art because such terms are used for descriptive purposes and are intended to be broadly construed.

[0123] Moreover, the description and illustration of various embodiments of the disclosure are examples and the disclosure is not limited to the exact details shown or described.

Claims

We claim:CLAIMS1. A construction, comprising: a facestock having a first side and a second side; an adhesive layer covering 100% of the second side of the facestock; and an adhesive deadener applied to portions of the adhesive layer, wherein the adhesive deadener covers between 1% and 80% of the adhesive layer.

2. The construction of claim 1, wherein the adhesive deadener covers between 5% and 50% of the adhesive layer.

3. The construction of claim 1, wherein the adhesive deadener covers between 10% and 40% of the adhesive layer.

4. The construction of claim 1, wherein the adhesive deadener is pigmented.

5. The construction of claim 1, wherein the facestock comprises thermal paper.

6. The construction of claim 5, wherein the thermal paper is free of bisphenol components.

7. The construction of claim 1, further comprising timing marks located on the first side or the second side of the facestock.

8. A method of manufacturing, comprising: providing a facestock having a first side and a second side; applying a continuous adhesive layer to the second side of the facestock; and depositing an adhesive deadener on portions of the adhesive layer, wherein the adhesive deadener covers between 1% and 80% of the adhesive layer.

9. The method of claim 8, wherein depositing the adhesive deadener comprises covering between 5% and 30% of the adhesive layer with the adhesive deadener.

10. The method of claim 8, wherein depositing the adhesive deadener comprises covering between 10% and 40% of the adhesive layer with the adhesive deadener.

11. The method of claim 8, wherein the adhesive deadener is pigmented.

12. The method of claim 8, wherein the facestock comprises thermal paper.

13. The method of claim 12, wherein the thermal paper is free of bisphenol components.

14. The method of claim 8, further comprising: applying timing marks to the first side or the second side of the facestock.

15. A roll of linerless labels, comprising: a plurality of labels, each label comprising: a facestock having a first side and a second side, wherein the first side of the facestock includes a thermally sensitive coating; an adhesive layer covering 100% of the second side of the facestock; and an adhesive deadener applied to portions of the adhesive layer, wherein the adhesive deadener covers between 1% and 80% of the adhesive layer.

16. The roll of linerless labels of claim 15, wherein the adhesive deadener covers between 5% and 45% of the adhesive layer.

17. The roll of linerless labels of claim 15, wherein the adhesive deadener covers between 10% and 40% of the adhesive layer.

18. The roll of linerless labels of claim 15, wherein the adhesive deadener is pigmented.

19. The roll of linerless labels of claim 15, further comprising: timing marks located on the first side or the second side of the facestock.

20. The roll of linerless labels of claim 15, wherein the facestock comprises thermal paper.

21. A construction, comprising: a facestock having a first side and a second side; an adhesive layer covering 100% of the second side of the facestock; andan adhesive deadener applied to portions of the adhesive layer, wherein the adhesive deadener covers between 1% and 80% of the adhesive layer and the adhesive deadener is UV curable.

22. The construction of claim 21, wherein the adhesive deadener contains at least one acrylate and benzophenone.

23. The adhesive deadener of claim 22, wherein the adhesive deadener contains an epoxy acrylate.

24. The adhesive deadener of claim 23, wherein the adhesive deadener has a solids percentage of greater than 90%.

25. The adhesive deadener of claim 24, wherein the adhesive deadener has a viscosity greater than 150cps.

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