DIGITAL IMAGING PROCESS FOR FLOORING MATERIAL

摘要

A method is provided for imaging fibrous polyamide flooring material. Images are formed on fibrous polyamide flooring material having vivid color and color saturations by piezoelectric digital means without going through washing process or discharging hazardous chemicals. The energy-saving and environmentally friendly method can produce high resolution product with durability and longevity.

主权项

1. A method for imaging flooring material, the method comprising:
receiving the flooring material; pre-treating the flooring material using aqueous pre-treatment agent; providing a digital printing station, and printing an image to at least a portion of the flooring material using an ink with aid of a piezoelectric printhead of the digital printing station; curing the flooring material, with aid of a steamer, by steaming the flooring material and applying an elution liquid to the flooring material allowing colorant in the ink to penetrate through piles of the flooring material; and drying the flooring material, thereby yielding a finished imaged flooring material.