Nippon Paper Industries has filed a patent for a method to produce linerless non-top coated thermal printable material. The process involves applying heat-resistant and heat-sensitive materials on a base printable material, then subjecting it to a supercalendering operation for a smooth finish. GlobalData’s report on Nippon Paper Industries gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Nippon Paper Industries, Sustainable packaging paper coating was a key innovation area identified from patents. Nippon Paper Industries's grant share as of January 2024 was 25%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Method for producing linerless thermal printable material

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Nippon Paper Industries Co Ltd

A patent application (Publication Number: US20240034046A1) describes a method for producing a linerless non-top coated thermal printable material. The method involves preparing a thermal printable material by applying a heat-resistant material and a heat-sensitive material on a base printable material. The thermal printable material is then subjected to a supercalendering operation to achieve a smooth surface finish. The supercalendering operation includes passing the material through at least two calender rolls at specific temperature, speed, and pressure ranges. Additional features include applying a barrier layer, adhesive layer, and release layer to enhance the properties of the linerless non-top coated thermal printable material.

The patent application further details the composition and characteristics of the linerless non-top coated thermal printable material, including basis weight, thickness, smoothness, porosity, surface roughness, water absorbability, oil absorbability, and brightness. The material is designed to have specific properties within defined ranges to ensure optimal performance. The presence of an adhesive layer with pressure-sensitive adhesive and a release layer adds functionality to the material. Additionally, a barrier layer can be applied under the material for further protection and enhancement. Overall, the method and resulting product aim to provide a high-quality linerless non-top coated thermal printable material suitable for various applications.

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