摘要 |
Apparatus for transferring a layer of a decorative material from a foil, onto a work piece surface. Said apparatus includes means for accurately metering the necessary degree of heat to the work piece, to achieve the transfer. The heating means include a thermal belt that is sequentially heated and applied to the work piece surface. The temperature of the thermal belt is accurately modulated through at least a pair of rotatable guide rollers which retain and position the belt. The method includes the steps of contacting the work piece and/or the transfer material, with the thermal belt for a sufficient time period to achieve the desired level of heating at the work piece surface.
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