Flooring Technologies Ltd.

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B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers 56
E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements 24
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1.

MEASURING METHOD FOR THE ONLINE DETERMINATION OF AN AMOUNT OF BINDER APPLIED TO WOOD PARTICLES IN A PRODUCTION FACILITY FOR PRODUCING WOOD-BASED MATERIAL BOARDS

      
Application Number EP2024073891
Publication Number 2025/045862
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-08-27
Publication Date 2025-03-06
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Zhang, Jinming
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The present invention relates to a nondestructive measuring method for the online determination of an amount of formaldehyde-free binder applied to wood particles in a production facility for producing wood-based material boards, comprising the following steps: applying in each case different quantitatively defined amounts of at least one formaldehyde-free binder to respective samples of wood particles as reference samples and sprinkling the reference samples onto a conveyor belt; recording at least one NIR spectrum of each of the reference samples sprinkled onto the conveyor belt, using at least one NIR measuring head in a wavelength range of between 1000 nm and 2500 nm, preferably between 1350 nm and 2500 nm; assigning the different quantitative amounts of formaldehyde-free binder of the reference samples sprinkled onto the conveyor belt to the recorded NIR spectra of said reference samples; and creating a calibration model for the relationship between the spectral data of the NIR spectra and the associated quantitative amounts of formaldehyde-free binder of the reference samples sprinkled onto the conveyor belt, by means of a multivariate data analysis; applying at least one formaldehyde-free binder to wood particles (as samples to be measured) and sprinkling the wood particles provided with the formaldehyde-free binder onto a conveyor belt, recording at least one NIR spectrum of the wood particles provided with the formaldehyde-free binder and sprinkled onto the conveyor belt, using the at least one NIR measuring head in a wavelength range of between 1000 and 2500 nm, preferably between 1350 nm and 2500 nm; and determining the quantitative amount of the formaldehyde-free binder applied to the wood particles sprinkled onto the conveyor belt, by comparing the NIR spectrum recorded for the wood particles provided with the binder with the created calibration model.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 33/46 - Wood
  • G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solidsPreparation of samples therefor
  • G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications

2.

Method for Determining a Colour Deviation of at Least One Print Decoration Applied to a Carrier Material From a Print Template

      
Application Number 18707982
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-11-03
First Publication Date 2025-01-30
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Zhang, Jinming

Abstract

Provided is a method for determining the colour deviation of at least one print decoration applied to at least one carrier material from a print template using only NIR spectroscopy including the steps of recording of at least one NIR spectrum of several reference samples with the print template using at least one NIR measuring head in a wavelength range between 700 nm and 2500 nm, applying the at least one printed decoration to the at least one carrier material by means of printing, recording at least one NIR spectrum of the carrier material printed with the print decoration using the at least one NIR measuring head in a wavelength range between 700 nm and 2500 nm, and determining the colour deviation of the print decor by comparing with the at least one NIR spectrum recorded for the print template.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B41J 2/21 - Ink jet for multi-colour printing
  • B41M 3/06 - Veined printingsFluorescent printingsStereoscopic imagesImitated patterns, e.g. tissues, textiles

3.

WOODEN COMPOSITE BOARD WITH AT LEAST ONE DEPRESSION IMPRINTED INTO THE UPPER SIDE

      
Application Number EP2024068364
Publication Number 2025/003470
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-06-28
Publication Date 2025-01-02
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Seidack, Georg

Abstract

The invention relates to a wooden composite board with a core (1), at least one decorative layer (2) which lies above the core (1) on an upper side (1.1) and below which at least one underlay (4) made of a paper coated with a resin is provided, at least one cover layer (3) which lies above the decorative layer (2), and at least one depression (5) which is imprinted into the upper side (1.1), which wooden composite board is characterized in that the resin is a mixed resin consisting of phenolic resin and melamine resin.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 3/30 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed
  • B32B 21/06 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B32B 29/00 - Layered products essentially comprising paper or cardboard

4.

HARD FLOORING PANEL FOR LAYING IN A FLOATING MANNER TO FORM A FLOORING PANEL COMPOSITE

      
Application Number EP2024065773
Publication Number 2024/256292
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-06-07
Publication Date 2024-12-19
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Zorn, Marcel

Abstract

Hard flooring panel (1) having a core made of a wood panel, a wood and plastic panel or a plastic panel, having a top side (2) and a bottom side (3) and having side edges (10, 20; 30, 40) with complementary tongue-and-groove profiles along the panel sides for floating installation to form a floor panel assembly with V-joints, wherein at least two floor panels are joined together in each case, wherein two opposite side edges of the at least two floor panels each have an (upper) section (A) and a (lower) section B relative to the thickness of the floor panel, wherein a tongue (11, 31) is provided in section B of the first side edge (10, 30, 50, 70), and a groove (21, 41) is provided in section B of the second, opposite side edge (20, 40), wherein a first bevel (16b, 36b) is provided in section A of the first side edge and a first joining surface (16, 36) is provided adjacent to the first bevel, and a second bevel (26b, 46b) is provided in section A of the second, opposite side edge (20, 40) and a second joining surface (26, 46) is provided adjacent to the second bevel, characterised in that the first bevel (16b, 36b) and the second bevel (26b, 46b) each have the same length, the first joining surface (16, 36) of the first side edge (10, 30) and the second joining surface (26, 46) of the second side edge are each inclined in the same direction away from the vertical line to the top side of the panel at an angle a, wherein the angle of inclination a is between 1 and 10°, preferably between 2 and 5°, particularly preferably between 2 and 3°.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements

5.

Method and Device for Applying a Decoration and a Surface Structure to a Carrier Material

      
Application Number 18682314
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-08-09
First Publication Date 2024-10-24
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Seidack, Georg
  • Kopp, Torsten

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for applying a decoration and a surface structure to a carrier material and to a device which is suitable for this. According to the method, a carrier material or at least one decorative paper is printed with a decoration and a file for the surface structure is created from the digital image data of the decoration. Furthermore, at least one layer of resin is applied to the printed carrier material or to at least one overlay. The distribution of the resin is predetermined by the file for the surface structure and is therefore dependent on the printed decoration. At least one resin layer is then pressed with the carrier material using a structured press plate, or at least one overlay, at least one decorative paper and a carrier material are pressed using a structured press plate. In both cases, the structure of the press plate is predetermined by the digital data in the file for the surface structure and is therefore also dependent on the printed decoration. Using the method according to the invention, a surface structure is formed on the carrier material that is synchronous with the applied decoration.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 1/24 - Pressing or stamping ornamental design on surfaces
  • B44C 3/02 - Superimposing layers
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers

6.

FLOOR COVERING CONSISTING OF IDENTICALLY CONSTRUCTED PANELS, AND PANEL

      
Application Number EP2024060006
Publication Number 2024/213721
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-04-12
Publication Date 2024-10-17
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Zorn, Marcel

Abstract

The invention relates to a floor covering consisting of a plurality of identically constructed panels (1) having two long side edges (1.1, 1.3) and two short side edges (1.2, 1.4), wherein each panel (1) is adhered to the substrate (10) and, in addition, the panels (1) that are adjacent to one another along their long side edges (1.1, 1.3) are mechanically connected to one another via a first guide rail (1.1.1) provided on only one long side edge (1.1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements
  • E04F 15/10 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements of other materials, e.g. fibrous or chipped materials, organic plastics, magnesite, hardboard

7.

METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A PRESS FOR PRESSING A SUBSTRATE MATERIAL HAVING AT LEAST ONE RESIN LAYER DISPOSED ON THE SUBSTRATE MATERIAL

      
Application Number EP2024055770
Publication Number 2024/188737
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-03-06
Publication Date 2024-09-19
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Hasch, Joachim
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for controlling a press for adjusting operating parameters of the press, wherein the press is suitable for pressing a substrate material having at least one resin layer disposed on the substrate material, wherein at least one NIR multi-measurement head is provided upstream of the press in the direction of travel of the substrate material to be pressed, and at least one NIR multi-measurement head is provided downstream of the press in the direction of travel of the substrate material to be pressed, wherein the NIR multi-measurement heads are connected to at least one control system for controlling the press, comprising at least one computer-controlled evaluation unit and a database for processing and, optionally, storing the recorded and evaluated NIR data, comprising the steps of: - determining the degree of cross-linking of the resin layer disposed on the substrate material as at least one first parameter, by recording at least one NIR spectrum of the resin layer applied to the substrate material, in a wavelength range between 500 nm and 2500 nm, preferably between 700 nm and 2000 nm, particularly preferably between 900 nm and 1700 nm and particularly advantageously between 1450 nm and 1550 nm, using the at least one NIR multi-measurement head disposed upstream of the press, and evaluating the recorded NIR spectrum in the evaluation unit by way of an automatic comparison of the recorded NIR spectrum with a calibration model created for the parameter of the resin layer; - determining the degree of curing of the resin layer disposed on the substrate material as at least one second parameter of the resin disposed on the substrate material, by recording at least one NIR spectrum of the resin layer applied to the substrate material in a wavelength range between 500 nm and 2500 nm, preferably between 700 nm and 2000 nm, particularly preferably between 900 nm and 1700 nm and particularly advantageously between 1450 nm and 1550 nm, using the at least one NIR multi-measurement head disposed downstream of the press, and evaluating the recorded NIR spectrum in the evaluation unit by way of an automatic comparison of the recorded NIR spectrum with a calibration model created for the degree of curing of the resin layer; - wherein the determined degree of cross-linking upstream of the press (actual value for the degree of cross-linking) is compared with a target value for the degree of cross-linking, and wherein the determined degree of curing downstream of the press (actual value for the degree of curing) is compared with a target value for the degree of curing, and wherein if the actual value for the degree of cross-linking and if the actual value for the degree of curing deviate from the respective target values, the operating parameters of the press are automatically adjusted by the control system, so that the target value of the degree of cross-linking and the target value of the degree of curing are achieved.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B30B 11/00 - Presses specially adapted for forming shaped articles from material in particulate or plastic state, e.g. briquetting presses or tabletting presses
  • B30B 15/00 - Details of, or accessories for, pressesAuxiliary measures in connection with pressing
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications

8.

WOOD MATERIAL PANEL WITH COATED AND SEALED SQUARE AND/OR BEVELLED EDGES

      
Application Number EP2024052492
Publication Number 2024/170287
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-02-01
Publication Date 2024-08-22
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Braun, Roger
  • Gier, Andreas
  • Hasch, Joachim
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The present invention relates to a composition for sealing and coating square and/or bevelled edges of wood material panels, comprising at least one swelling agent, and at least one additive composed of at least one compound of general formula (I) R1aaSiX1(4-a)(4-a) (I), wherein X1is alkoxy, aryloxy, acyloxy, and R1is an organic moiety selected from the group comprising alkyl, aryl, cycloalkyl, which can be interrupted by -O- or -NH-, and wherein R1comprises at least one functional group Q1, which is selected from a group containing an acryl group, an acryloxy group, a methacryl group, a methacryloxy group, a cyano group, an isocyano group and an epoxide group, and a is 0, 1, 2, 3, in particular is 0 or 1, at least one compound of general formula (II) R2bbSiX2(4-b)(4-b) (II), wherein X2is alkoxy, aryloxy, acyloxy, R2is a non-hydrolyzable organic moiety R2 selected from the group comprising alkyl and aryl, and b is 1, 2, 3, or 4, and at least one aqueous polymer dispersion, and at least one surfactant.

IPC Classes  ?

9.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A COMPOSITE MATERIAL THAT IS FREE OF MELAMINE-FORMALDEHYDE RESIN

      
Application Number EP2024053860
Publication Number 2024/170681
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-02-15
Publication Date 2024-08-22
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Hasch, Joachim
  • Braun, Roger

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for producing a composite material that is free of melamine-formaldehyde resin and comprises at least one carrier material, at least one polymer layer or lacquer layer provided on the top surface of the carrier material, and at least one resin-containing layer provided on the bottom surface of the carrier material, said method comprising the steps of: providing at least one carrier material; applying at least one layer of a urea-formaldehyde resin to the carrier material; applying at least one layer of a thermoplastic elastomer to the carrier material; applying at least one melamine-free resin-containing layer to the bottom side of the carrier material; and drying and compressing the layer structure. Instead of a thermoplastic elastomer, a lacquer can be applied after the compressing process.

IPC Classes  ?

  • D21H 17/57 - PolyureasPolyurethanes
  • D21H 19/26 - Aminoplasts
  • D21H 19/82 - Paper comprising more than one coating superposed
  • D21H 19/84 - Paper comprising more than one coating on both sides of the substrate
  • D21H 27/22 - Structures being applied on the surface by special manufacturing processes, e.g. in presses
  • D21H 27/24 - Structures being applied on the surface by special manufacturing processes, e.g. in presses characterised by the surface to be covered being phenolic-resin paper laminates, vulcan fibre or similar cellulosic fibreboards
  • D21H 27/26 - Structures being applied on the surface by special manufacturing processes, e.g. in presses characterised by the overlay sheet or the top layers of the structures

10.

Method for Determining Adhesive Penetration Into at Least One Porous Coating Material

      
Application Number 18287366
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-04-08
First Publication Date 2024-06-20
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

Provided is a method for determining the adhesive penetration into at least one porous coating material which is pressed with at least one carrier plate and at least one adhesive layer arranged on the carrier plate. The adhesive penetrates or rises into the at least one porous coating material during the pressing process.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solidsPreparation of samples therefor
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light

11.

COMPOSITION FOR SEALING AND COATING SQUARE AND/OR BEVELLED EDGES OF WOOD MATERIAL PANELS

      
Application Number EP2023083979
Publication Number 2024/121003
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-12-01
Publication Date 2024-06-13
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Hasch, Joachim
  • Gier, Andreas

Abstract

The present invention relates to a composition for sealing and coating square and/or bevelled edges of wood material panels, comprising a) at least one edge stain coating material and b) at least one additive composed of at least one compound of general formula (I) R1aaSiX1(4-a)(4-a), where X1is alkoxy, aryloxy, acyloxy, and R1is an organic moiety selected from the group comprising alkyl, aryl, cycloalkyl, which can be interrupted by -O- or -NH-, and where R111, which is selected from a group containing an acryl group, an acryloxy group, a methacryl group, a methacryloxy group, a cyano group, an isocyano group and an epoxide group, and a is 0, 1, 2, 3, in particular is 0 or 1, at least one compound of general formula (II) R2bbSiX2(4-b)(4-b), where X2is H or alkoxy, aryloxy, acyloxy, R2is a non-hydrolyzable organic moiety R2 selected from the group comprising alkyl and aryl, and b is 1, 2, 3, or 4, and at least one aqueous polymer dispersion, characterized by a viscosity (measured according to EN ISO 2431:2011, 21°C) with a flow time between 20 and 100 seconds, preferably between 30 and 80 seconds, particularly preferably between 35 and 60 seconds over a time period of at least 30 minutes, preferably at least 60 minutes, particularly preferably at least 120 minutes.

IPC Classes  ?

12.

Hard Floor Panel for Floating Installation with the Formation of a Flooring Panel Network

      
Application Number 18442151
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-15
First Publication Date 2024-06-06
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Zorn, Marcel

Abstract

Provided is a hard floor panel having a top side and a bottom side and having side edges along the panel sides for floating installation to form a floor panel composite. At least two floor panels are joined together in each case, the opposite side edges being provided with tongue-and-groove profiles, a tongue and a joining surface is provided in a first side edge and a groove and a joining surface is provided in a second opposite side edge. The tongue of the first side edge has an upper side and a lower side. A projection with a contact surface is provided on the lower side of the tongue. The joining surface of the first side edge extends from the upper side of the floor panel towards the upper tongue side and the joining surface is beveled.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements
  • E04F 15/10 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements of other materials, e.g. fibrous or chipped materials, organic plastics, magnesite, hardboard

13.

METHOD OF RECYCLING MELAMINE-FORMALDEHYDE RESIN FROM WASTES THAT OCCUR DURING PRODUCTION AND PROCESSING OF WOODBASE MATERIAL BOARDS

      
Application Number EP2023081333
Publication Number 2024/104889
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-11-09
Publication Date 2024-05-23
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Seidack, Georg
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method of degrading melamine-formaldehyde resin from wastes that occur during production and processing of woodbase material boards, comprising the following steps: providing waste products that are obtained during production and processing of woodbase material boards and comprise polycondensed melamine-formaldehyde resin, optionally comminuting the melamine-formaldehyde resin-containing waste products, mixing the melamine-formaldehyde resin-containing waste products with water and adding at least one reducing sulfur compound selected from a disulfite, hydrogensulfite and/or dithionite, a sulfinate or sulfinate analogue, heating the aqueous mixture/slurry of melamine-formaldehyde resin-containing waste products and at least one reducing sulfur compound to temperatures between 60°C and 120°C, preferably between 80°C and 100°C, with control of the reaction until a clear solution is obtained, removing extraneous materials from the clear solution, optionally further heating the mixture of melamine-formaldehyde resin-containing waste products and at least one reducing sulfur compound that has been freed of extraneous materials at temperatures between 60°C and 120°C, preferably between 80°C and 110°C, with control of the reaction until no polycondensed melamine-formaldehyde resin is detectable (any longer) in the reaction mixture, and cooling the reaction mixture and removing the mixture of melamine derivatives obtained, especially removing melamine methylols and melamine sulfonate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08J 11/14 - Recovery or working-up of waste materials of polymers by chemically breaking down the molecular chains of polymers or breaking of crosslinks, e.g. devulcanisation by treatment with steam or water
  • C08J 11/16 - Recovery or working-up of waste materials of polymers by chemically breaking down the molecular chains of polymers or breaking of crosslinks, e.g. devulcanisation by treatment with inorganic material

14.

Method for adopting analogue templates in decor printing

      
Application Number 18530854
Grant Number 12267475
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-12-06
First Publication Date 2024-04-18
Grant Date 2025-04-01
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Dicke, Sebastian

Abstract

The invention provides a method and an apparatus for adopting analogue decor templates in decor printing, including the similarity comparison between at least one of 1 to n hyperspectral digital reference images of the analogue decor template and at least one of 1 to n hyperspectral digital actual images of a substrate with decor. A decor-specific profile target is adjusted such that the digital template of the analogue decor template can be output on a substrate by way of an output medium in such a way that the colour deviation between at least one of 1 to n reference images of the analogue decor template and at least one of 1 to n actual images of the substrate with decor is below a specified target value.

IPC Classes  ?

15.

Method for Determining Resin Penetration Into at Least One Porous Coating Material

      
Application Number 18278089
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-02-15
First Publication Date 2024-04-18
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Hasch, Joachim
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Zhang, Jinming

Abstract

Provided is a method for determining the resin penetration into at least one porous coating material which is pressed with at least one carrier board and at least one resin layer arranged on the carrier board. During the pressing process the resin penetrates or rises into the at least one porous coating material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solidsPreparation of samples therefor
  • G01N 33/44 - ResinsPlasticsRubberLeather

16.

METHOD FOR DETERMINING THE QUANTITY AND/OR THE COMPOSITION OF A PULVERULENT RESIN LAYER APPLIED ONTO A SUPPORT MATERIAL

      
Application Number EP2023066997
Publication Number 2024/008469
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-22
Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Zhang, Jinming

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for determining the quantity and/or the composition of at least one layer of at least one pulverulent resin of a resin mixture, said layer being applied onto at least one support material. The method has the steps of: applying at least one pulverulent resin or a pulverulent mixture of at least two resins in a defined mixture ratio onto a respective support material in respective different quantitatively defined quantities as reference samples; recording at least one NIR spectrum of each reference sample in a wavelength range of 700 nm to 2000 nm, preferably 900 nm to 1700 nm, in particular 1400 nm to 1600 nm, particularly advantageously 1450 nm to 1550 nm, using at least one NIR measuring head; assigning the different quantitative quantities of the pulverulent resin or the resin mixture of the reference samples to the recorded NIR spectra of the aforementioned reference samples; generating a calibration model for the relationship between the spectral data of the NIR spectra and the corresponding quantitative quantities of the pulverulent resin or the resin mixture of the reference samples using a multi-variant data analysis; applying at least one layer of at least one pulverulent resin or the resin mixture onto a support material; recording at least one NIR spectrum of the support material coated with the pulverulent resin or resin mixture in a wavelength range of 700 nm to 2000 nm, preferably 900 nm to 1700 nm, in particular 1400 nm to 1600 nm, particularly advantageously 1450 to 1550 nm, using the at least one NIR measuring head; and determining the quantitative quantity of the pulverulent resin or resin mixture applied onto the support material by comparing the NIR spectrum recorded for the coated support material with the generated calibration model.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/27 - ColourSpectral properties, i.e. comparison of effect of material on the light at two or more different wavelengths or wavelength bands using photo-electric detection
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications

17.

METHOD FOR DETERMINING THE QUANTITY OF AT LEAST ONE PULVERULENT BINDER IN A MIXTURE COMPRISING WOOD PARTICLES

      
Application Number EP2023066999
Publication Number 2024/008470
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-22
Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Zhang, Jinming

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for determining the quantity of at least one biodegradable pulverulent binder in a mixture comprising wood particles, wherein the at least one pulverulent binder is provided in a mixture comprising wood particles. The method has the steps of: providing mixtures of at least one pulverulent binder and wood particles as reference samples, wherein the at least one pulverulent binder and wood particles are provided in a respective quantitatively defined mixture ratio in the mixtures; recording at least one NIR spectrum of the reference samples in a wavelength range of 900 nm to 1700 nm using at least one NIR measuring head; providing a mixture to be measured of at least one pulverulent binder and wood particles; recording at least one NIR spectrum of the mixture of the at least one pulverulent binder and wood particles in a wavelength range of 900 nm to 1700 nm using the at least one NIR measuring head; and determining the quantitative proportion of pulverulent binder in the mixture of the pulverulent binder and wood particles by comparing with the NIR spectra recorded for the reference samples.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 33/46 - Wood
  • G01N 21/47 - Scattering, i.e. diffuse reflection

18.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VENEERED BOARD

      
Application Number 17794841
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-01-11
First Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Hasch, Joachim

Abstract

To provide a method which is intended for producing a veneered board with a simple structure that also makes it possible to improve the properties of the veneer in a simple manner, a method is proposed for producing a veneered board, wherein the veneered board comprises a veneer (4) having an upper face (6) and a lower face (5) and a carrier board (1) having an upper face (2) and a lower face (3), comprising the steps of providing a veneer (4), applying a binder (8) onto the upper face (2) of the carrier board (1) or the lower face (5) of the veneer (4), wherein a PU prepolymer is used as the binder, producing a stack of materials to be pressed comprising the carrier board (1) and the veneer (4) with the binder (8) arranged between the carrier board (1) and the veneer (4) and with the additive (7) arranged between the binder (8) and the veneer (4), pressing the stack of materials to be pressed in order to form a veneered board. The invention additionally relates to a veneered board.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27D 1/00 - Joining wood veneer with any materialForming articles therebyPreparatory processing of surfaces to be joined, e.g. scoring
  • B32B 21/08 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resinLayered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of fibre-reinforced resin
  • B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
  • B27D 3/00 - Veneer pressesPress platesPlywood presses

19.

METHOD FOR DETERMINING THE AMOUNT OF AT LEAST ONE SEALANT APPLIED TO A SIDE EDGE OF A COMPOSITE WOOD BOARD

      
Application Number EP2023051871
Publication Number 2023/156160
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-26
Publication Date 2023-08-24
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for determining the amount of at least one sealant applied to at least one side edge of a composite wood board, comprising the following steps: recording at least one NIR spectrum of a plurality of reference samples of at least one sealant applied to a side edge of a composite wood board, wherein the at least one sealant has been applied in a known amount to the one side edge of a composite wood board, using at least one NIR probe in a wavelength range between 700 nm and 2000 nm, preferably between 900 nm and 1700 nm, particularly preferably between 1100 nm and 1700 nm, even more preferably between 1200 nm and 1700 nm; assigning the amount applied of the at least one sealant of the reference samples to the recorded NIR spectra of the reference samples; and creating a calibration model for the correlation between the spectral data of the NIR spectra and the amounts applied of the impregnating agent of the reference samples by means of multivariate data analysis; recording at least one NIR spectrum of at least one sealant applied to a side edge, using the at least one NIR probe in a wavelength range between 700 nm and 2000 nm, preferably between 900 nm and 1700 nm, particularly preferably between 1100 nm and 1700 nm, even more preferably between 1200 nm and 1700 nm; and determining the amount applied of the at least one sealant by comparing the NIR spectrum recorded for the sealant with the created calibration model.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solidsPreparation of samples therefor
  • G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications

20.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A STABILIZED VENEER, AND STABILIZED VENEER

      
Application Number EP2023052336
Publication Number 2023/151988
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-31
Publication Date 2023-08-17
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Stiewe, Bernd
  • Hasch, Joachim
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing a stabilized veneer without a support panel, to a stabilized veneer, and to a veneered panel. The aim of the invention is to provide a method for producing a veneer and a veneer, wherein the veneer is particularly stable and has a particularly high degree of mechanical stability with respect to pressure loads in particular, can be easily and reliably processed as an intermediate product, has a particularly small veneer thickness and is thus particularly inexpensive to produce, and still has a good real wood appearance and haptics. This is achieved in that the method for producing a stabilized and/or rollable veneer without a support panel has, as steps, first the step of providing a stabilization layer, followed by the step of coating one face, in particular the upper face, of the stabilization layer with a condensation resin, and then a step of pressing the stabilization layer and the veneer layer in order to form a stabilization ply by means of the condensation resin, wherein the condensation resin is at least partly pressed out of the stabilization layer and into the veneer layer during the pressing process, leading to a solidification or mechanical stabilization of the veneer therein.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 38/08 - Impregnating
  • B32B 37/20 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of continuous webs only

21.

Method for producing a matt support material provided with an anti-fingerprint coating

      
Application Number 18170028
Grant Number 12083769
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-16
First Publication Date 2023-06-22
Grant Date 2024-09-10
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Hasch, Joachim
  • Stiewe, Bernd

Abstract

Provided is method for producing a support material provided with at least one anti-fingerprint coating including the steps of applying at least one layer of at least one powdered resin to at least one side of the support material; melting on the at least one applied layer of the one powdered resin; applying at least one acrylate-containing dispersion to the melted-on resin layer; and drying and curing the layered structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 21/04 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
  • B05D 1/06 - Applying particulate materials
  • B05D 3/02 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by baking
  • B05D 5/02 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces to obtain special surface effects, finishes or structures to obtain a matt or rough surface
  • B05D 7/00 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials
  • B05D 7/08 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials to wood using synthetic lacquers or varnishes
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers

22.

Composition for Matting and Reducing Anti-Fingerprint Effects of Surfaces on Carrier Materials

      
Application Number 17922297
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-04-27
First Publication Date 2023-06-08
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Gier, Andreas
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The present invention relates to a resin suspension based on a formaldehyde resin comprising a composition for matting and reducing anti-fingerprint effects of surfaces on carrier materials, in particular paper layers and wood-based panels, wherein the composition comprises silane compounds and at least one matting agent. The invention further relates to a process for the preparation thereof, the use of said composition, and support materials, such as paper layers or wood-based panels, with said composition.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 5/00 - Coating compositions, e.g. paints, varnishes or lacquers, characterised by their physical nature or the effects producedFilling pastes
  • C09D 7/42 - Gloss-reducing agents
  • C09D 7/62 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic modified by treatment with other compounds
  • C09D 7/65 - Additives macromolecular
  • C09D 161/28 - Condensation polymers of aldehydes or ketones with only compounds containing hydrogen attached to nitrogen of aldehydes with heterocyclic compounds with melamine
  • D21H 21/16 - Sizing or water-repelling agents
  • D21H 19/62 - Macromolecular organic compounds or oligomers thereof obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
  • D21H 19/40 - Coatings with pigments characterised by the pigments siliceous, e.g. clays

23.

Device for depositing veneers

      
Application Number 17920922
Grant Number 11992967
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-22
First Publication Date 2023-05-25
Grant Date 2024-05-28
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The invention relates to a device for depositing veneers on a carrier board. In order to create a device and a method by which veneers can be applied to a carrier board particularly easily, quickly and precisely, provided in the region of an upper end of a transporting device is a veneer magazine, with at least two compartments which are designed to store and supply veneer strips, and with means for transferring the veneer strips from the compartments to the transporting device, wherein the transporting device extends from an upper end obliquely downwards in the direction of a lower end in the region of a transporting plane for the carrier board and is designed to transport at least two individual adjacent veneer strips from the upper end to the lower end and to deposit them on the carrier board.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 41/00 - Arrangements for controlling or monitoring lamination processesSafety arrangements
  • B27D 1/04 - Joining wood veneer with any materialForming articles therebyPreparatory processing of surfaces to be joined, e.g. scoring to produce plywood or articles made therefromPlywood sheets
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • B32B 37/18 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of discrete sheets or panels only
  • B32B 38/18 - Handling of layers or the laminate
  • E04F 15/04 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements only of wood, e.g. with wooden connecting members

24.

COVERING SYSTEM FOR A FLOOR, A WALL AND/OR A CEILING

      
Application Number 17916335
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-04-08
First Publication Date 2023-05-18
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Dicke, Sebastian

Abstract

The disclosure relates to a covering system for a floor, a wall and/or a ceiling. The covering system includes a decorated side, a lower side opposite the decorated side and a plurality of interconnected covering elements. At least one conducting element is arranged between at least two of the covering elements in such a way that the at least one conducting element is at least partially visible on the decorated side. The at least one conducting element is configured to conduct a physical quantity, material or signals. The at least one conducting element includes an interface to a source or a consumer of the physical quantity, material or signals.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04F 13/072 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of specially adapted, structured or shaped covering or lining elements
  • B32B 3/06 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for securing layers togetherLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for attaching the product to another member, e.g. to a support
  • B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
  • B32B 27/18 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives
  • B32B 27/10 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
  • E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements
  • H02G 3/04 - Protective tubing or conduits, e.g. cable ladders or cable troughs

25.

Method for Simultaneously Determining Parameters of at Least One Resin Layer Applied to at Least One Carrier Material

      
Application Number 17914554
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-03-24
First Publication Date 2023-05-11
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

Provided is a method for the simultaneous determination of parameters, in particular of at least two, three or four parameters, of at least one resin layer applied to at least one carrier material by recording and evaluating at least one NIR spectrum in a wavelength range between 500 nm and 2500 nm, preferably between 700 nm and 2000 nm, more preferably between 900 nm and 1700 nm, and particularly advantageously between 1450 nm and 1550 nm, using at least one NIR measuring head, in particular at least one NIR multimeter head.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/27 - ColourSpectral properties, i.e. comparison of effect of material on the light at two or more different wavelengths or wavelength bands using photo-electric detection

26.

METHOD FOR DETERMINING A COLOR DEVIATION OF AT LEAST ONE PRINTED DECORATION, APPLIED TO A CARRIER MATERIAL, FROM A PRINT TEMPLATE

      
Application Number EP2022080724
Publication Number 2023/079026
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-11-03
Publication Date 2023-05-11
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Zhang, Jinming

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for determining the color deviation of at least one printed decoration, applied to at least one carrier material, from a print template, comprising the following steps: measuring at least one NIR spectrum of a plurality of reference samples having the print template using at least one NIR measuring head in a wavelength range between 700 nm and 2500 nm; applying the at least one printed decoration to the at least one carrier material by means of printing, measuring at least one NIR spectrum of the carrier material printed with the printed decoration using the at least one NIR measuring head in a wavelength range between 700 nm and 2500 nm; and determining the color deviation of the printed decoration by comparison with the at least one NIR spectrum measured for the print template.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B41F 33/00 - Indicating, counting, warning, control or safety devices
  • B41M 3/00 - Printing processes to produce particular kinds of printed work, e.g. patterns

27.

Method for producing at least one carrier material provided with a printed decoration

      
Application Number 17798575
Grant Number 12194757
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-02-02
First Publication Date 2023-04-20
Grant Date 2025-01-14
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Dicke, Sebastian

Abstract

Provided is a method for producing at least one carrier material provided with a print decoration. The print decoration is applied to the at least one carrier material by means of digital printing. The water-soluble CRYK ink used for the digital printing has the following composition: Colour component C: at least one cyan pigment; Colour component K: at least one black carbon pigment; Colour component Y: at least one yellow pigment; or a mixture of at least two different yellow pigments or a mixture of at least one yellow pigment and at least one red pigment; and Colour component R: at least one red pigment, or a mixture of at least two different red pigments or a mixture of at least one red pigment and at least one yellow pigment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 11/40 - Ink-sets specially adapted for multi-colour inkjet printing
  • B41J 2/21 - Ink jet for multi-colour printing
  • B41M 5/00 - Duplicating or marking methodsSheet materials for use therein
  • C09D 11/322 - Pigment inks
  • B41M 3/06 - Veined printingsFluorescent printingsStereoscopic imagesImitated patterns, e.g. tissues, textiles

28.

Method for adopting analogue templates in decor printing

      
Application Number 17800953
Grant Number 11876946
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-02-22
First Publication Date 2023-03-16
Grant Date 2024-01-16
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Dicke, Sebastian

Abstract

The invention provides a method and an apparatus for adopting analogue decor templates in decor printing, including a similarity comparison between at least one of (1) to n hyperspectral digital reference images of the analogue decor template and at least one of (1) to n hyperspectral digital actual images of a substrate with decor. A decor-specific profile target is adjusted such that the digital template of the analogue decor template can be output on a substrate by way of an output medium in such a way that the colour deviation between at least one of (1) to n reference images of the analogue decor template and at least one of (1) to n actual images of the substrate with decor is below a specified target value.

IPC Classes  ?

29.

Method and Device for Providing Laminate Panels Provided with Individualized Decorations

      
Application Number 17792307
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-01-08
First Publication Date 2023-02-23
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

Provided is a method for making laminate panels having individualized decors, in particular wood-based laminate panels, for a party B, in particular an end user, including the steps of providing at least one formatted laminate panel blank by a party A, in particular a laminate manufacturer, wherein the laminate panel blank includes a carrier plate pressed with a coating as a print base coat and at least one backing and connecting elements inserted into the panel edges, printing of at least one decor individually selected by the party B, in particular the end user, on the laminate panel blank by digital printing; and pressing at least one thermoplastic film onto the printed decoration as a wear layer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B41M 5/00 - Duplicating or marking methodsSheet materials for use therein

30.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR APPLYING A DECORATION AND A SURFACE STRUCTURE TO A CARRIER MATERIAL

      
Application Number EP2022072329
Publication Number 2023/017024
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-09
Publication Date 2023-02-16
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Dr. Kalwa, Norbert
  • Seidack, Georg
  • Kopp, Torsten

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for applying a decoration and a surface structure to a carrier material and to a device which is suitable for this. According to the method, a carrier material (10) or at least one decorative paper is printed with a decoration and a file for the surface structure is created from the digital image data of the decoration. Furthermore, at least one layer of resin (20) is applied to the printed carrier material or to at least one overlay (40), wherein the distribution of the resin is predetermined by the file for the surface structure and is therefore dependent on the printed decoration. The at least one resin layer is then pressed with the carrier material using a structured press plate (30), or the at least one overlay, the at least one decorative paper and a carrier material are pressed using a structured press plate. In both cases, the structure (31) of the press plate is predetermined by the digital data in the file for the surface structure and is therefore also dependent on the printed decoration. Using the method according to the invention, a surface structure is formed on the carrier material that is synchronous with the applied decoration.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 1/24 - Pressing or stamping ornamental design on surfaces
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B44C 3/02 - Superimposing layers

31.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VENEERED BOARD

      
Application Number 17776323
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-11-05
First Publication Date 2022-12-22
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Hasch, Joachim

Abstract

A method for producing a veneered board having a veneer and a carrier board, to provide a veneered board having improved use properties. The method includes: providing a veneer having an upper face and a lower face, applying an additive onto the lower face of the veneer, applying a binder onto the lower face of the veneer, heating the binder, producing a stack of materials to be pressed, having a carrier board and a veneer provided with an additive and a binder on its lower face, wherein the lower face of the veneer lies on the carrier board, pressing the stack of materials to be pressed in order to form a veneered board.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27D 3/00 - Veneer pressesPress platesPlywood presses
  • B32B 21/13 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board all layers being exclusively wood
  • B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
  • B32B 37/06 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the heating method
  • B32B 37/10 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the pressing technique, e.g. using direct action of vacuum or fluid pressure
  • B27D 1/04 - Joining wood veneer with any materialForming articles therebyPreparatory processing of surfaces to be joined, e.g. scoring to produce plywood or articles made therefromPlywood sheets

32.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VENEERED BOARD

      
Application Number 17776252
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-11-05
First Publication Date 2022-12-08
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Siems, Jens

Abstract

A method for producing a veneered board having a veneer and a carrier board having improved use properties includes the steps of providing a veneer and a carrier board, providing a sheet of paper impregnated with binder, the sheet of paper being arranged in a stack of materials to be pressed between an upper face of the carrier board and a lower face of the veneer, and pressing the stack of materials to be pressed. The sheet of paper is impregnated with a binder, the sheet of paper impregnated with binder is pre-dried so that it is still sticky, at least one additive is applied onto the pre-dried, still sticky binder, and the sheet of paper which is impregnated with binder and provided with an additive is dried to a residual moisture content of up to 8%.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27D 1/04 - Joining wood veneer with any materialForming articles therebyPreparatory processing of surfaces to be joined, e.g. scoring to produce plywood or articles made therefromPlywood sheets
  • E04C 2/12 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products of solid wood
  • E04C 2/24 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products laminated and composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , ,

33.

Abrasion-resistant wood board

      
Application Number 17816754
Grant Number 11872837
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-02
First Publication Date 2022-11-17
Grant Date 2024-01-16
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Schumacher, Christoph
  • Zick, Stefan

Abstract

An abrasion-resistant wood-based panel having a top side and a bottom side, with at least one decorative layer arranged on the top side, in particular with a structure synchronous with the decoration, is disclosed herein.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B05D 7/00 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials

34.

Method for the Production of at Least One Carrier Material Provided With a Print Decoration

      
Application Number 17621516
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-06-12
First Publication Date 2022-11-17
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Oldorff, Frank

Abstract

Provided is a method for the production of at least one carrier material provided with a print decoration. The print decoration is applied to the at least one carrier material by means of digital printing. The ink used for digital printing is a water-soluble CRYK ink containing at least one cyan pigment, at least one red pigment from the group of quinacridone pigments, the yellow pigment PY181, and at least one black carbon pigment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 11/40 - Ink-sets specially adapted for multi-colour inkjet printing
  • C09D 11/324 - Pigment inks containing carbon black

35.

METHOD OF DETERMINING THE QUANTITATIVE RATIO OF MELAMINE-FORMALDEHYDE RESIN AND UREA-FORMALDEHYDE RESIN IN AT LEAST ONE PAPER PLY IMPREGNATED WITH A MIXTURE OF THESE RESINS

      
Application Number EP2022060334
Publication Number 2022/223568
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-20
Publication Date 2022-10-27
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Zhang, Jinming
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method of determining the quantitative ratio of melamine-formaldehyde resin and urea-formaldehyde resin in at least one paper ply impregnated with a mixture of these resins, wherein the impregnation is conducted in a system for impregnation of at least one paper ply running through the system, comprising the steps of impregnating multiple paper plies with resin mixtures each with different quantitatively defined ratios of melamine-formaldehyde resin and urea-formaldehyde resin as reference samples; recording at least one NIR spectrum of each of the reference samples using at least one NIR measurement head in a wavelength range between 500 nm and 2500 nm, preferably between 700 nm and 2000 nm, especially preferably between 900 nm and 1700 nm, and particularly advantageously between 1450 nm and 1550 nm; assigning the different quantitative ratios of melamine-formaldehyde resin and urea-formaldehyde resin in the reference samples to the recorded NIR spectra of the reference samples mentioned; and creating a calibration model for the correlation between the spectral data of the NIR spectra and the corresponding quantitative ratios of melamine-formaldehyde resin and urea-formaldehyde resin of the reference samples by means of a multivariate data analysis; impregnating at least one paper ply with a resin mixture of melamine-formaldehyde resin and urea-formaldehyde resin; recording at least one NIR spectrum of the impregnated paper ply using the at least one NIR measurement head in a wavelength range between 500 nm and 2500 nm, preferably between 700 nm and 2000 nm, especially preferably between 900 nm and 1700 nm and particularly advantageously between 1450 nm and 1550 nm; and determining the quantitative ratio of melamine-formaldehyde resin and urea-formaldehyde resin in the impregnated paper ply by comparing the NIR spectrum recorded for the impregnated paper ply with the calibration model created.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solidsPreparation of samples therefor
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/86 - Investigating moving sheets
  • G01N 33/34 - Paper
  • G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications
  • G01N 21/27 - ColourSpectral properties, i.e. comparison of effect of material on the light at two or more different wavelengths or wavelength bands using photo-electric detection

36.

METHOD FOR DETERMINING ADHESIVE PENETRATION INTO WOOD BY MEANS OF NEAR INFRARED SPECTROSCOPY

      
Application Number EP2022059463
Publication Number 2022/223324
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-08
Publication Date 2022-10-27
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for determining adhesive penetration into at least one porous coating material which is pressure-bonded with at least one base board and at least one layer of adhesive arranged on the base board, wherein the adhesive penetrates or rises into the at least one porous coating material during the pressure-bonding process, said method comprising the following steps: recording at least one NIR spectrum of a plurality of reference samples, each one having a different value for adhesive penetration into a porous coating material, using at least one NIR measuring head in a wavelength range of between 500 nm and 2500 nm, preferably between 700 nm and 2000 nm, more particularly preferably between 900 nm and 1700 nm, and particularly advantageously between 1000 nm and 1550 nm; determining the adhesive penetration into the porous coating material of said reference samples by mechanically removing the porous material surface; assigning the adhesive penetration determined by mechanical removal to the recorded NIR spectra of said reference samples; and creating a calibration model for the correlation between the spectral data of the NIR spectra and the associated adhesive penetrations of the reference samples by means of a multivariate data analysis; pressure-bonding at least one porous coating material with at least one base board and at least one adhesive layer arranged on the base board; recording at least one NIR spectrum of the porous coating material pressure-bonded with the base board and the adhesive layer using the at least one NIR measuring head in a wavelength range of between 500 nm and 2500 nm, preferably between 700 nm and 2000 nm, more particularly preferably between 900 nm and 1700 nm, and particularly advantageously between 1000 nm and 1300 nm and/or between 1400 nm and 1550 nm; and determining the adhesive penetration into the at least one porous coating material by comparing the NIR spectrum recorded for the porous coating material with the calibration model created.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solidsPreparation of samples therefor
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 33/46 - Wood
  • G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications
  • G01N 33/00 - Investigating or analysing materials by specific methods not covered by groups
  • G01N 21/27 - ColourSpectral properties, i.e. comparison of effect of material on the light at two or more different wavelengths or wavelength bands using photo-electric detection

37.

METHOD FOR DETERMINING THE RESIN PENETRATION IN WOOD BY MEANS OF NEAR INFRARED SPECTROSCOPY

      
Application Number EP2022053620
Publication Number 2022/179883
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-15
Publication Date 2022-09-01
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Hasch, Joachim
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Zhang, Jinming

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for determining the resin penetration into at least one porous coating material which is pressed with at least one support panel and at least one resin layer arranged on the support panel, the resin penetrating or rising into the at least one porous coating material during the pressing process, comprising the steps of recording at least one NIR spectrum of a plurality of reference samples, each having different values for the resin penetration into a porous coating material, using at least one NIR measuring head in a wavelength range of between 500 nm and 2500 nm, preferably between 700 nm and 2000 nm, more particularly preferably between 900 nm and 1700 nm, and particularly advantageously between 1450 nm and 1550 nm; determining the resin penetration into the porous coating material of said reference samples by means of mechanical ablation of the coating surface; assigning the resin penetration determined by means of mechanical ablation to the recorded NIR spectra of said reference samples; and creating a calibration model for the relationship between the spectral data of the NIR spectra and the associated resin penetrations of the reference samples by means of a multivariate data analysis; pressing at least one porous coating material with at least one support panel and at least one resin layer arranged on the support panel, recording at least one NIR spectrum of the porous coating material pressed with the support panel and the resin layer using the at least one NIR measuring head in a wavelength range of between 500 nm and 2500 nm, preferably between 700 nm and 2000 nm, more particularly preferably between 900 nm and 1700 nm, and particularly advantageously between 1450 nm and 1550 nm; and determining the resin penetration into the at least one porous coating material by comparing the NIR spectrum recorded for the porous coating material with the calibration model created.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solidsPreparation of samples therefor
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications
  • G01N 33/46 - Wood

38.

Method for producing a matt support material provided with an anti-fingerprint coating

      
Application Number 17610872
Grant Number 11612911
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-06
First Publication Date 2022-07-07
Grant Date 2023-03-28
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Hasch, Joachim
  • Stiewe, Bernd

Abstract

It is provided a method for producing a support material provided with at least one anti-fingerprint coating including the steps of: applying at least one layer of at least one powdered resin to at least one side of the support material; melting on the at least one applied layer of the one powdered resin; applying at least one acrylate-containing dispersion to the melted-on resin layer; and drying and curing the layered structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05D 5/02 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces to obtain special surface effects, finishes or structures to obtain a matt or rough surface
  • B05D 1/06 - Applying particulate materials
  • B05D 3/02 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by baking
  • B05D 7/08 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials to wood using synthetic lacquers or varnishes
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B05D 1/30 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by gravity only, i.e. flow coating
  • B05D 3/12 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by mechanical means
  • B05D 7/00 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials

39.

Hard floor panel for floating installation with the formation of a flooring panel network

      
Application Number 17436133
Grant Number 11976470
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-02-24
First Publication Date 2022-06-30
Grant Date 2024-05-07
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Zorn, Marcel

Abstract

Provided is a hard floor panel having a top side and a bottom side and having side edges along the panel sides for floating installation to form a floor panel composite. At least two floor panels are joined together in each case, the opposite side edges being provided with tongue-and-groove profiles, a tongue and a joining surface is provided in a first side edge and a groove and a joining surface is provided in a second opposite side edge. The tongue of the first side edge has an upper side and a lower side. A projection with a contact surface is provided on the lower side of the tongue. The joining surface of the first side edge extends from the upper side of the floor panel towards the upper tongue side and the joining surface is beveled.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04F 15/00 - Flooring
  • E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements
  • E04F 15/10 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements of other materials, e.g. fibrous or chipped materials, organic plastics, magnesite, hardboard

40.

Method for Producing a Multiplayer, Surface-Structured Panel, and a Panel Produced by this Method

      
Application Number 17433633
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-02-20
First Publication Date 2022-06-16
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Oldorff, Frank

Abstract

Provided is a method for producing a multilayer, surface-structured panel, in particular a multilayer, surface-structured flooring panel. The method includes the steps of: providing at least one plastic carrier panel, in particular in the form of a continuous strand; introducing surface structures on at least one side of the plastic carrier panel by means of embossing; applying at least one primer to the structured surface of the plastic carrier panel; printing the plastic carrier panel by direct printing to form a decorative layer; applying an anti-wear layer containing abrasion-resistant particles; applying at least one lacquer layer; and curing the layer structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B29C 48/21 - Articles comprising two or more components, e.g. co-extruded layers the components being layers the layers being joined at their surfaces
  • B29C 48/00 - Extrusion moulding, i.e. expressing the moulding material through a die or nozzle which imparts the desired formApparatus therefor
  • B29C 48/07 - Flat, e.g. panels

41.

Impregnate with antistatic properties

      
Application Number 17675451
Grant Number 11623995
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-18
First Publication Date 2022-06-09
Grant Date 2023-04-11
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Gier, Andreas
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

3 is a non-hydrolyzable organic radical selected from the group including C1-C10 alky, C6-10 aryl, wherein C is 1, 2, or 3, and the inorganic particles have a size between 2 nm and 400 nm.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 5/24 - Electrically-conducting paints
  • H01B 1/24 - Conductive material dispersed in non-conductive organic material the conductive material comprising carbon-silicon compounds, carbon, or silicon
  • B27K 3/00 - Impregnating wood, e.g. for protection
  • B32B 21/00 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board
  • C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
  • B27K 3/52 - Impregnating agents containing mixtures of inorganic and organic compounds
  • B32B 21/08 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resinLayered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of fibre-reinforced resin
  • B32B 27/10 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins
  • B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
  • B32B 27/40 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyurethanes
  • B32B 29/00 - Layered products essentially comprising paper or cardboard
  • B32B 29/06 - Layered products essentially comprising paper or cardboard specially treated, e.g. surfaced, parchmentised
  • C09D 161/28 - Condensation polymers of aldehydes or ketones with only compounds containing hydrogen attached to nitrogen of aldehydes with heterocyclic compounds with melamine
  • D21H 19/12 - Coatings without pigments applied as a solution using water as the only solvent, e.g. in the presence of acid or alkaline compounds
  • D21H 21/14 - Non-fibrous material added to the pulp, characterised by its function, form or propertiesPaper impregnating or coating material, characterised by its function, form or properties characterised by function or properties in or on the paper

42.

PROCESS FOR CREATING AND FOR COMPARING COLOUR PROFILES

      
Application Number EP2021082501
Publication Number 2022/112173
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-22
Publication Date 2022-06-02
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Dicke, Sebastian

Abstract

The present invention relates to a process for comparing a reference colour profile or the colour space value of the reference colour profile of an analogue reference pattern with a decorative-element-specific colour profile or the colour space value of the decorative-element-specific colour profile of a digital or analogue decorative element. In the course of the process, a reference colour profile is created by reading in and storing measurement data of at least one portion of an analogue reference pattern by means of a hyperspectral area measuring device. According to the invention, a decorative-element-specific colour profile is created either from the digital data of a digital decorative element or using hyperspectral area measurement of at least one portion of an analogue decorative element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 1/60 - Colour correction or control
  • G01J 3/46 - Measurement of colourColour measuring devices, e.g. colorimeters
  • G06T 7/90 - Determination of colour characteristics

43.

Method for Producing an Abrasion- and Water-Resistant Multilayer Panel and a Panel Which is Produced Using Said Method

      
Application Number 17425103
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-01-09
First Publication Date 2022-04-07
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Lehnhoff, Ingo
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Oldorff, Frank

Abstract

It is provided a method for producing an abrasion- and water-resistant multilayer panel, in particular an abrasion- and water-resistant flooring panel, including the steps: providing at least one plastic carrier plate, in particular a PVC carrier plate; applying at least one base coat to the surface of the plastic carrier plate; printing the plastic carrier plate by direct printing to form a decorative layer; applying at least one first cover layer to the printed decorative layer; uniformly scattering abrasion-resistant particles onto the at least one cover layer applied to the decorative layer; applying at least one second covering layer to the layer of scattered abrasion-resistant particles; optionally, introducing a structure into the at least second cover layer, applying at least one lacquer layer, and curing the layer structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05D 1/36 - Successively applying liquids or other fluent materials, e.g. without intermediate treatment
  • B05D 1/28 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by transfer from the surfaces of elements carrying the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. brushes, pads, rollers
  • B05D 5/00 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces to obtain special surface effects, finishes or structures
  • B05D 3/12 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by mechanical means
  • B05D 7/00 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials

44.

Method for producing an abrasion-resistant wood board

      
Application Number 17424696
Grant Number 11440341
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-01-08
First Publication Date 2022-03-31
Grant Date 2022-09-13
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Schumacher, Christoph
  • Zick, Stefan

Abstract

A method for producing an abrasion-resistant wood-based panel having a top side and a bottom side, with at least one decorative layer arranged on the top side, in particular with a structure synchronous with the decoration, is disclosed herein.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B05D 7/00 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials

45.

Method for producing an abrasion-resistant wood material panel and production line therefor

      
Application Number 17525088
Grant Number 11884097
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-12
First Publication Date 2022-03-10
Grant Date 2024-01-30
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Lehnhoff, Ingo

Abstract

A production line for producing an abrasion-resistant wood-composite panel that has a decorative layer, the production line including a first application device for applying a resin layer to an upper and/or lower side of a core board, a scattering device for scattering abrasion-resistant particles controlled by a light barrier and arranged downstream of the first application device in a direction of processing, a first resin drying device arranged downstream of the first application device and scattering device, a second resin application device for applying a second resin layer to an upper and/or lower side of the core board arranged downstream of the first resin drying device, a second resin drying device arranged downstream of the second application device, and at least one short-cycle press.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers

46.

Press platen for creating deep structures

      
Application Number 17311060
Grant Number 12257802
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-12-09
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Grant Date 2025-03-25
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Kopp, Torsten

Abstract

The disclosure relates to a press plate for creating deep structures in panel-like products, for example in wood-based boards or laminates made of resin-coated papers, composed of a metallic base body, in which strip-shaped and/or frame-like webs, which have a higher thermal conductivity than the base body, are inserted in depressions provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44B 5/00 - Machines or apparatus for embossing decorations or marks, e.g. embossing coins
  • B30B 15/06 - Platens or press rams
  • B44B 5/02 - DiesAccessories
  • B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing

47.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VENEERED WOODEN MATERIAL AND WOODEN MATERIAL COMPRISING A SUPPORTING PLATE AND AT LEAST TWO VENEERS

      
Application Number 17297683
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-12-18
First Publication Date 2022-01-20
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing a wooden material having a supporting plate and at least one first, non-external veneer and a second veneer on a first surface of the supporting plate, wherein the supporting plate, the first and the at least second veneer are connected to one another by synthetic resin. In order to create a cost-effective wooden material board with a veneered surface, a liquid synthetic resin is applied, in excess, in relation to the quantity required for gluing purposes, to the supporting plate and/or to the first veneer and/or the at least second veneer, the synthetic resin applied in excess is dried but not cured, a stack of material to be pressed comprising the supporting plate, the first, non-external veneer and the at least second veneer is assembled, and the stack of material to be pressed is compressed in a high-pressure press to form a wooden material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
  • B32B 21/02 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board in the form of fibres, chips, or particles
  • C08L 61/28 - Condensation polymers of aldehydes or ketones with only compounds containing hydrogen attached to nitrogen of aldehydes with heterocyclic compounds with melamine
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 37/10 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the pressing technique, e.g. using direct action of vacuum or fluid pressure
  • B32B 38/06 - Embossing
  • B32B 38/00 - Ancillary operations in connection with laminating processes

48.

COMPOSITION FOR MATTING AND REDUCING ANTI-FINGERPRINT EFFECTS ON SURFACES OF SUBSTRATE MATERIALS

      
Application Number EP2021060988
Publication Number 2021/219640
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-27
Publication Date 2021-11-04
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Gier, Andreas
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The invention relates to a resin suspension based on a formaldehyde resin comprising a composition for matting and reducing anti-fingerprint effects on surfaces of substrate materials, in particular paper layers and wood boards, wherein the composition has silane compounds and at least one matting agent. The invention additionally relates to a method for producing same, to the use of said composition, and to substrate materials, such as paper layers or wood boards, comprising said composition.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 5/00 - Coating compositions, e.g. paints, varnishes or lacquers, characterised by their physical nature or the effects producedFilling pastes
  • C09D 5/06 - Artists' paints
  • C09D 7/00 - Features of coating compositions, not provided for in group Processes for incorporating ingredients in coating compositions

49.

DEVICE FOR DEPOSITING VENEERS

      
Document Number 03179160
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-22
Open to Public Date 2021-10-28
Grant Date 2024-05-21
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The invention relates to an apparatus for depositing veneers on a carrier panel. In order to create an apparatus and a method by which veneers can be applied to a carrier panel particularly easily, quickly and precisely, provided in the region of an upper end of a transporting apparatus is a veneer magazine, with at least two compartments, which are designed to store and supply veneer strips, and with means for transferring the veneer strips from the compartments to the transporting apparatus, wherein the transporting apparatus extends from an upper end obliquely downwards in the direction of a lower end in the region of a transporting plane for the carrier panel and is designed to transport at least two individual adjacent veneer strips from the upper end to the lower end and to deposit them on the carrier panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27D 1/00 - Joining wood veneer with any materialForming articles therebyPreparatory processing of surfaces to be joined, e.g. scoring
  • B32B 3/14 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by a face layer formed of separate pieces of material
  • B32B 38/18 - Handling of layers or the laminate
  • B32B 41/00 - Arrangements for controlling or monitoring lamination processesSafety arrangements
  • E04F 15/10 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements of other materials, e.g. fibrous or chipped materials, organic plastics, magnesite, hardboard

50.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DEPOSITING VENEERS

      
Application Number EP2021060560
Publication Number 2021/214241
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-22
Publication Date 2021-10-28
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The invention relates to an apparatus for depositing veneers on a carrier panel. In order to create an apparatus and a method by which veneers can be applied to a carrier panel particularly easily, quickly and precisely, provided in the region of an upper end of a transporting apparatus is a veneer magazine, with at least two compartments, which are designed to store and supply veneer strips, and with means for transferring the veneer strips from the compartments to the transporting apparatus, wherein the transporting apparatus extends from an upper end obliquely downwards in the direction of a lower end in the region of a transporting plane for the carrier panel and is designed to transport at least two individual adjacent veneer strips from the upper end to the lower end and to deposit them on the carrier panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 38/18 - Handling of layers or the laminate
  • B32B 41/00 - Arrangements for controlling or monitoring lamination processesSafety arrangements
  • B27D 1/00 - Joining wood veneer with any materialForming articles therebyPreparatory processing of surfaces to be joined, e.g. scoring
  • B32B 3/14 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by a face layer formed of separate pieces of material
  • E04F 15/10 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements of other materials, e.g. fibrous or chipped materials, organic plastics, magnesite, hardboard

51.

Composition for coating and sealing the edges of wood fibre boards

      
Application Number 17260589
Grant Number 12258486
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-07-15
First Publication Date 2021-10-21
Grant Date 2025-03-25
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Gier, Andreas

Abstract

2 is a non-hydrolyzable organic radical selected from alkyl, aryl, alkenyl, alkynyl, cycloalkyl, and cycloalkenyl, and b=1, 2, 3, or 4. The composition also includes at least one aqueous polymer dispersion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 175/04 - Polyurethanes
  • B05D 7/06 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials to wood
  • C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
  • C09D 7/63 - Additives non-macromolecular organic

52.

Method for finishing a large-size supplied building panel

      
Application Number 16972837
Grant Number 11220130
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-07
First Publication Date 2021-10-21
Grant Date 2022-01-11
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Braun, Roger
  • Oldorff, Frank
  • Lehnhoff, Ingo
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Klupsch, Rüdiger

Abstract

3, and an aqueous melamine resin is applied to the upper side as a tempering agent before or after embossing.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B44C 1/24 - Pressing or stamping ornamental design on surfaces
  • B32B 21/06 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
  • E04F 13/10 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements of wood
  • B32B 21/02 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board in the form of fibres, chips, or particles

53.

COVERING SYSTEM FOR A FLOOR, A WALL AND/OR A CEILING

      
Application Number EP2021059216
Publication Number 2021/204963
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-08
Publication Date 2021-10-14
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Dicke, Sebastian

Abstract

The invention relates to a covering system for a floor, a wall and/or a ceiling, the covering system comprising • - a visible side (20), • - a lower side opposite the visible side and • - a plurality of interconnected covering elements (4), wherein: at least one line element (6) is located between at least two of the covering elements such that the at least one line element can be at least partially seen on the visible side; the at least one line element is designed to conduct a physical quantity, a material or signals; and at least one line element comprises an interface with a source or with a consumer of the physical quantity, the material or the signals.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements
  • E04F 15/10 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements of other materials, e.g. fibrous or chipped materials, organic plastics, magnesite, hardboard
  • F24D 3/12 - Tube and panel arrangements for ceiling, wall, or underfloor heating
  • F24D 13/02 - Electric heating systems solely using resistance heating, e.g. underfloor heating
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04F 13/074 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of specially adapted, structured or shaped covering or lining elements for accommodating service installations or utility lines, e.g. heating conduits, electrical lines, lighting devices or service outlets
  • E04F 13/077 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of specially adapted, structured or shaped covering or lining elements composed of several layers, e.g. sandwich panels
  • E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements

54.

METHOD FOR SIMULTANEOUSLY DETERMINING PARAMETERS OF AT LEAST ONE RESIN LAYER APPLIED TO AT LEAST ONE CARRIER MATERIAL

      
Application Number EP2021057533
Publication Number 2021/191254
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-03-24
Publication Date 2021-09-30
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for simultaneously determining parameters, in particular at least two, three or four parameters, of at least one resin layer applied to at least one carrier material by recording and evaluating at least one NIR spectrum in a wavelength range between 500 nm and 2500 nm, preferably between 700 nm and 2000 nm, especially preferably between 900 nm and 1700 nm, and particularly advantageously between 1450 nm and 1550 nm, using at least one NIR measuring head, in particular at least one NIR multi-measuring head.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/3554 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for determining moisture content
  • G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solidsPreparation of samples therefor
  • G01N 21/89 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination in moving material, e.g. paper, textiles
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light

55.

METHOD FOR ADOPTING ANALOGUE TEMPLATES IN DECOR PRINTING

      
Application Number EP2021054340
Publication Number 2021/165539
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-02-22
Publication Date 2021-08-26
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Dicke, Sebastian

Abstract

The invention provides a method and an apparatus for adopting analogue decor templates in decor printing, comprising the similarity comparison between at least one of (1) to n hyperspectral digital reference images of the analogue decor template and at least one of (1) to n hyperspectral digital actual images of a substrate with decor, wherein a decor-specific profile target is adjusted such that the digital template of the analogue decor template can be output on a substrate by way of an output medium in such a way that the colour deviation between at least one of (1) to n reference images of the analogue decor template and at least one of (1) to n actual images of the substrate with decor is below a specified target value.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B41F 33/00 - Indicating, counting, warning, control or safety devices
  • G01J 3/46 - Measurement of colourColour measuring devices, e.g. colorimeters
  • H04N 1/00 - Scanning, transmission or reproduction of documents or the like, e.g. facsimile transmissionDetails thereof
  • H04N 1/60 - Colour correction or control

56.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING AT LEAST ONE SUBSTRATE MATERIAL PROVIDED WITH A PRINTED PATTERN

      
Application Number EP2021052396
Publication Number 2021/160469
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-02-02
Publication Date 2021-08-19
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Dicke, Sebastian

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for producing at least one substrate material provided with a printed pattern, the printed pattern being applied to the at least one substrate material by digital printing, the water-soluble CMYK ink used for the digital printing having the following composition: C colour component: at least one cyan pigment; K colour component: at least one black carbon pigment; Y colour component: at least one yellow pigment, or a mixture of at least two different yellow pigments or a mixture of at least one yellow pigment and at least one magenta pigment; M colour component: at least one magenta pigment, or a mixture of at least two different magenta pigments or a mixture of at least one magenta pigment and at least one yellow pigment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B41M 5/00 - Duplicating or marking methodsSheet materials for use therein
  • B41M 3/06 - Veined printingsFluorescent printingsStereoscopic imagesImitated patterns, e.g. tissues, textiles

57.

Method for the online quality control of decorative prints on substrate materials

      
Application Number 16972140
Grant Number 11548274
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-06
First Publication Date 2021-08-12
Grant Date 2023-01-10
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Lehnhoff, Ingo

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for online quality control of decorative prints on substrate materials, including similarity comparisons of actual and target images and adjusting decorative prints if deviations of color values are detected. The method may include the steps of: a) producing a hyperspectral digital image of a print decoration; b) calibrating the print decoration via a hyperspectral digital image; c) producing and storing a digital target image of the print decoration; d) creating a first print decoration on a first substrate material; e) producing and storing a digital actual image of the printed decoration on the first substrate material; f) determining color deviations between the digital target image and the digital actual image via a computer program; and g) printing on at least one side of substrate materials so as to form a decorative layer. The invention also relates to a device for carrying out the method.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06T 3/40 - Scaling of whole images or parts thereof, e.g. expanding or contracting
  • H04N 5/345 - Extracting pixel data from an image sensor by controlling scanning circuits, e.g. by modifying the number of pixels having been sampled or to be sampled by partially reading an SSIS array
  • B41F 33/00 - Indicating, counting, warning, control or safety devices
  • G01J 3/46 - Measurement of colourColour measuring devices, e.g. colorimeters
  • G01J 3/28 - Investigating the spectrum

58.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VENEERED BOARD

      
Document Number 03167395
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-01-11
Open to Public Date 2021-07-29
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Hasch, Joachim

Abstract

To provide a method which is intended for producing a veneered panel of a simple construction and also makes it possible to improve the properties of the veneer in an easy way, a method is proposed for producing a veneered panel, wherein the veneered panel comprises a veneer (4) with an upper side (6) and with an underside (5) and comprises a supporting board (1) with an upper side (2) and with an underside (3), having the following steps: - providing a veneer (4), - applying a binder (8) to the upper side (2) of the supporting board (1) or the underside (5) of the veneer (4), wherein a PU prepolymer is used as the binder, - producing a pressed material stack comprising the supporting board (1) and the veneer (4) with the binder (8) arranged between the supporting board (1) and the veneer (4) and with the additive (7) arranged between the binder (8) and the veneer (4), and - pressing the pressed material stack to form a veneered panel. The invention also relates to a veneered panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27N 3/18 - Auxiliary operations, e.g. preheating, humidifying, cutting-off
  • B27N 7/00 - After-treatment, e.g. reducing swelling or shrinkage, surfacingProtecting the edges of boards against access of humidity
  • B27N 9/00 - Arrangements for fireproofing
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
  • B32B 27/04 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as impregnant, bonding, or embedding substance
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • B32B 38/08 - Impregnating

59.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VENEERED PANEL

      
Application Number EP2021050403
Publication Number 2021/148271
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-11
Publication Date 2021-07-29
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Hasch, Joachim

Abstract

To provide a method which is intended for producing a veneered panel of a simple construction and also makes it possible to improve the properties of the veneer in an easy way, a method is proposed for producing a veneered panel, wherein the veneered panel comprises a veneer (4) with an upper side (6) and with an underside (5) and comprises a supporting board (1) with an upper side (2) and with an underside (3), having the following steps: - providing a veneer (4), - applying a binder (8) to the upper side (2) of the supporting board (1) or the underside (5) of the veneer (4), wherein a PU prepolymer is used as the binder, - producing a pressed material stack comprising the supporting board (1) and the veneer (4) with the binder (8) arranged between the supporting board (1) and the veneer (4) and with the additive (7) arranged between the binder (8) and the veneer (4), and - pressing the pressed material stack to form a veneered panel. The invention also relates to a veneered panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27N 7/00 - After-treatment, e.g. reducing swelling or shrinkage, surfacingProtecting the edges of boards against access of humidity
  • B27N 3/18 - Auxiliary operations, e.g. preheating, humidifying, cutting-off
  • B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
  • B32B 27/20 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives using fillers, pigments, thixotroping agents
  • B32B 3/06 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for securing layers togetherLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for attaching the product to another member, e.g. to a support
  • B32B 7/022 - Mechanical properties
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 21/02 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board in the form of fibres, chips, or particles
  • B32B 21/04 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
  • B32B 21/06 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B32B 21/13 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board all layers being exclusively wood
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • B32B 37/18 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of discrete sheets or panels only
  • B32B 38/08 - Impregnating
  • B27N 9/00 - Arrangements for fireproofing

60.

Method for finishing a supplied building panel

      
Application Number 16972430
Grant Number 11156004
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-02
First Publication Date 2021-07-29
Grant Date 2021-10-26
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD (Malta)
Inventor
  • Oldorff, Frank
  • Lehnhoff, Ingo
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Klupsch, Rüdiger
  • Lehmann, Thomas

Abstract

The disclosure relates to a method for finishing a supplied building panel made of a wood material, in particular MDF or HDF, with an upper side and a lower side, wherein, in a first embossing step, a relief is embossed at least into the upper side as first strip-shaped depressions with two opposing side walls, a bottom wall connecting said side walls and a depth (T), and subsequently a decorative pattern (3) is printed on the embossed upper side of the building panel, and the decorative pattern is then sealed by applying an abrasion-resistant layer (4). According to the invention, additional depressions extending at an angle (α) transversely to the first depressions are embossed, and the large-format supplied building panel is divided into individual panels by carrying out a saw cut in and along each of the depressions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 3/10 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material
  • E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements
  • E04F 15/10 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements of other materials, e.g. fibrous or chipped materials, organic plastics, magnesite, hardboard
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B44C 1/24 - Pressing or stamping ornamental design on surfaces

61.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR PROVIDING LAMINATE PANELS PROVIDED WITH INDIVIDUALISED DECORATIONS

      
Application Number EP2021050269
Publication Number 2021/144201
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-08
Publication Date 2021-07-22
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for providing laminate panels, in particular wood laminate panels, provided with individualised decorations for a party B, in particular an end consumer, comprising the steps of: providing at least one formatted laminate panel blank by a party A, in particular a laminate manufacturer, the laminate panel blank comprising a carrier plate compressed with a coating as print primer and at least one counterpart and connection elements inserted into the panel edges; printing at least one decoration selected individually by the end consumer onto the laminate panel blank by means of digital printing; and pressing at least one thermoplastic film as wear layer onto the printed decoration. The decoration is printed on and the film pressed on at the point-of-sale (POS).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements

62.

Method for finishing a wood board

      
Application Number 17206818
Grant Number 11745217
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-03-19
First Publication Date 2021-07-08
Grant Date 2023-09-05
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD (Malta)
Inventor Oldorff, Frank

Abstract

The disclosure relates to a method for finishing a wood board with an upper face and a lower face, having the following steps: a) applying a undercoat made of a liquid melamine resin onto the upper face, the melamine resin at least partly penetrating into the upper edge layer of the wood board, b) drying the undercoat into an undercoat layer, c) applying a base color onto the undercoat layer, d) drying the base color into a base color layer, e) applying a base color onto the base color layer in order to produce a decorative element, f) drying the decorative element into a decorative layer, g) applying a liquid melamine resin onto the dried decorative layer, h) drying the melamine resin into a melamine resin layer, and i) applying a liquid medium with a proportion of isocyanate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05D 5/06 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces to obtain special surface effects, finishes or structures to obtain multicolour or other optical effects
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B05D 1/02 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by spraying
  • B05D 1/26 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by applying the liquid or other fluent material from an outlet device in contact with, or almost in contact with, the surface
  • B05D 3/02 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by baking
  • B05D 3/12 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by mechanical means
  • B05D 7/08 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials to wood using synthetic lacquers or varnishes
  • B05D 7/00 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials

63.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VENEERED BOARD

      
Document Number 03161333
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-11-05
Open to Public Date 2021-05-20
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Hasch, Joachim

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing a veneered panel having a veneer and a carrier panel. The aim of the invention is to provide a veneered panel with improved use properties. This is achieved by carrying out a method with the steps of: - providing a veneer with an upper face and a lower face, - applying an additive onto the lower face of the veneer, - applying a binder onto the lower face of the veneer, - heating the binder, - producing a stack of materials to be pressed, having a carrier panel and a veneer provided with an additive and a binder on the lower face of the carrier panel, wherein the lower face of the veneer lies on the carrier panel, and - pressing the stack of materials to be pressed in order to form a veneered panel. The invention additionally relates to a veneered panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27D 1/00 - Joining wood veneer with any materialForming articles therebyPreparatory processing of surfaces to be joined, e.g. scoring
  • B27N 1/00 - Pretreatment of moulding material
  • B27N 1/02 - Mixing the material with binding agent
  • B27N 3/18 - Auxiliary operations, e.g. preheating, humidifying, cutting-off
  • B27N 7/00 - After-treatment, e.g. reducing swelling or shrinkage, surfacingProtecting the edges of boards against access of humidity
  • B27N 9/00 - Arrangements for fireproofing
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
  • B32B 37/10 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the pressing technique, e.g. using direct action of vacuum or fluid pressure
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives

64.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VENEERED BOARD

      
Document Number 03161332
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-11-05
Open to Public Date 2021-05-20
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Siems, Jens

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing a veneered panel having a veneer and a carrier panel. The aim of the invention is to provide a veneered panel with improved use properties. This is achieved by carrying out a method with the steps of: providing a veneer and a carrier panel, providing a paper impregnated with a binder, said paper being arranged in a stack of materials to be pressed between the upper face of the carrier panel and the lower face of the veneer, and pressing the stack of materials to be pressed. The invention is characterized in that the paper is impregnated with a binder, the paper impregnated with binder is pre-dried so that the binder is still adhesive, at least one additive is applied onto the pre-dried, still adhesive binder, and the paper which is impregnated with binder and provided with an additive is dried to a residual moisture content of up to 8%. The invention additionally relates to a veneered panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27D 1/00 - Joining wood veneer with any materialForming articles therebyPreparatory processing of surfaces to be joined, e.g. scoring
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 21/06 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
  • B32B 37/10 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the pressing technique, e.g. using direct action of vacuum or fluid pressure
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • E04C 2/10 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products
  • E04F 15/10 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements of other materials, e.g. fibrous or chipped materials, organic plastics, magnesite, hardboard

65.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VENEERED PANEL

      
Application Number EP2020081194
Publication Number 2021/094198
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-11-05
Publication Date 2021-05-20
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Siems, Jens

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing a veneered panel having a veneer and a carrier panel. The aim of the invention is to provide a veneered panel with improved use properties. This is achieved by carrying out a method with the steps of: providing a veneer and a carrier panel, providing a paper impregnated with a binder, said paper being arranged in a stack of materials to be pressed between the upper face of the carrier panel and the lower face of the veneer, and pressing the stack of materials to be pressed. The invention is characterized in that the paper is impregnated with a binder, the paper impregnated with binder is pre-dried so that the binder is still adhesive, at least one additive is applied onto the pre-dried, still adhesive binder, and the paper which is impregnated with binder and provided with an additive is dried to a residual moisture content of up to 8%. The invention additionally relates to a veneered panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 21/06 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
  • B27D 1/00 - Joining wood veneer with any materialForming articles therebyPreparatory processing of surfaces to be joined, e.g. scoring
  • B32B 37/10 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the pressing technique, e.g. using direct action of vacuum or fluid pressure
  • B32B 37/16 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating
  • E04C 2/10 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products
  • E04F 15/10 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements of other materials, e.g. fibrous or chipped materials, organic plastics, magnesite, hardboard

66.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VENEERED PANEL

      
Application Number EP2020081195
Publication Number 2021/094199
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-11-05
Publication Date 2021-05-20
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Dr. Norbert
  • Hasch, Joachim

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing a veneered panel having a veneer and a carrier panel. The aim of the invention is to provide a veneered panel with improved use properties. This is achieved by carrying out a method with the steps of: - providing a veneer with an upper face and a lower face, - applying an additive onto the lower face of the veneer, - applying a binder onto the lower face of the veneer, - heating the binder, - producing a stack of materials to be pressed, having a carrier panel and a veneer provided with an additive and a binder on the lower face of the carrier panel, wherein the lower face of the veneer lies on the carrier panel, and - pressing the stack of materials to be pressed in order to form a veneered panel. The invention additionally relates to a veneered panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27N 1/00 - Pretreatment of moulding material
  • B27D 1/00 - Joining wood veneer with any materialForming articles therebyPreparatory processing of surfaces to be joined, e.g. scoring
  • B27N 3/18 - Auxiliary operations, e.g. preheating, humidifying, cutting-off
  • B27N 7/00 - After-treatment, e.g. reducing swelling or shrinkage, surfacingProtecting the edges of boards against access of humidity
  • B32B 21/02 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board in the form of fibres, chips, or particles
  • B32B 21/04 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
  • B27N 9/00 - Arrangements for fireproofing

67.

Process and device for the production of layered materials with synchronous-pore effect

      
Application Number 17072167
Grant Number 11351769
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-10-16
First Publication Date 2021-02-11
Grant Date 2022-06-07
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Hasch, Joachim
  • Stiewe, Bernd

Abstract

Disclosed is a process for the production of synchronous-pore layered materials. Also disclosed is a device for the conduct of the process. In further aspects, the invention relates to layered materials which can be produced by the process, and also to wood-composite boards equipped with the layered materials produced by the process of the invention.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 41/00 - Arrangements for controlling or monitoring lamination processesSafety arrangements
  • B44C 1/24 - Pressing or stamping ornamental design on surfaces
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B41M 5/00 - Duplicating or marking methodsSheet materials for use therein
  • B32B 21/06 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B41F 1/26 - Platen presses, i.e. presses in which printing is effected by at least one essentially-flat pressure-applying member co-operating with a flat type-bed Details
  • B44C 5/06 - Natural ornamentsImitations thereof
  • B44F 9/02 - Designs imitating natural patterns wood grain effects

68.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING AT LEAST ONE SUBSTRATE MATERIAL PROVIDED WITH A PRINTED PATTERN

      
Application Number EP2020066390
Publication Number 2020/260044
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-06-12
Publication Date 2020-12-30
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Oldorff, Frank

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for producing at least one substrate material provided with a printed pattern, wherein the printed pattern is applied to the at least one substrate material by a digital printing process, wherein the ink used for the digital printing process is a water-soluble CRYK ink which contains at least one cyan pigment, at least one red pigment from the group of quinacridone pigments, the yellow pigment PY181 and at least one black carbon pigment.

IPC Classes  ?

69.

Method for producing an abrasion-resistant wood composite board and production line therefor

      
Application Number 16761937
Grant Number 11198319
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-05
First Publication Date 2020-12-03
Grant Date 2021-12-14
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Denk, Andre
  • George, Maika
  • Pfeiffer, Sabrina
  • Burgmann, Björn

Abstract

A method for producing an abrasion-resistant wood-based panel with a top side and a bottom side, wherein at least one decorative layer, in particular as a printed decoration, is provided on the top side, includes applying at least one first resin layer to the at least one decorative layer on the top side of the wood-based panel, uniformly scattering abrasion-resistant particles onto the first resin layer on the top side of the wood-based panel; wherein the first resin layer on the top side of the wood-based panel provided with the abrasion-resistant particles is not dried after application, and applying at least one second resin layer to the first, moist resin layer provided with the abrasion-resistant particles on the top side of the wood-based panel, then drying the assembly of first resin layer and second resin layer on the top side of the wood-based panel in at least one drying apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05D 7/00 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials
  • B05D 7/08 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials to wood using synthetic lacquers or varnishes
  • B05C 9/02 - Apparatus or plant for applying liquid or other fluent material to surfaces by means not covered by groups , or in which the means of applying the liquid or other fluent material is not important for applying liquid or other fluent material to surfaces by single means not covered by groups , whether or not also using other means
  • B05C 9/04 - Apparatus or plant for applying liquid or other fluent material to surfaces by means not covered by groups , or in which the means of applying the liquid or other fluent material is not important for applying liquid or other fluent material to opposite sides of the work
  • B05C 9/06 - Apparatus or plant for applying liquid or other fluent material to surfaces by means not covered by groups , or in which the means of applying the liquid or other fluent material is not important for applying two different liquids or other fluent materials, or the same liquid or other fluent material twice, to the same side of the work
  • B05C 19/00 - Apparatus specially adapted for applying particulate materials to surfaces
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B32B 21/02 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board in the form of fibres, chips, or particles

70.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A MATT SUBSTRATE MATERIAL PROVIDED WITH AN ANTI-FINGERPRINT COATING

      
Application Number EP2020062603
Publication Number 2020/229267
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-06
Publication Date 2020-11-19
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Hasch, Joachim
  • Stiewe, Bernd

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for producing a substrate material which is provided with an anti-fingerprint coating, the method comprising the following steps: applying at least one layer from at least one powdered resin to at least one face of the substrate material; locally melting the at least one powdered resin layer that has been applied; applying at least one acrylate-containing dispersion to the locally melted resin layer; and drying and hardening the layer structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05D 5/02 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces to obtain special surface effects, finishes or structures to obtain a matt or rough surface

71.

METHOD FOR COATING A PLANAR WORKPIECE

      
Application Number EP2020050452
Publication Number 2020/211989
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-01-09
Publication Date 2020-10-22
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Braun, Roger
  • Hasch, Joachim
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for coating a planar workpiece. In order to provide a planar workpiece, which is produced from a workpiece having lignocellulosic fibers and a proportion of more than 50 wt.% bonding agent and optional filler, with improved performance characteristics, the method according to the invention comprises the following steps: - providing the planar workpiece, which has an upper face and a lower face and a lateral surface, - applying a coating, - applying a decoration, - optionally structuring the coating, at least on a portion of an upper face, a lower face or a lateral surface, in each case, and - optionally curing the coating.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27N 3/18 - Auxiliary operations, e.g. preheating, humidifying, cutting-off
  • B27N 7/00 - After-treatment, e.g. reducing swelling or shrinkage, surfacingProtecting the edges of boards against access of humidity
  • B05D 7/06 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials to wood
  • B27N 3/04 - Manufacture of substantially flat articles, e.g. boards, from particles or fibres from fibres
  • B32B 21/02 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board in the form of fibres, chips, or particles
  • B32B 21/06 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B32B 27/06 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance

72.

Impregnate with antistatic properties

      
Application Number 16835788
Grant Number 11292926
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-03-31
First Publication Date 2020-10-08
Grant Date 2022-04-05
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Gier, Andreas
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

2 is a non-hydrolyzable organic moiety selected from the group including alkyl, aryl, alkenyl, alkynyl, cycloalkyl, cycloalkenyl; a is 0, 1, 2, or 3, and b is 1, 2, 3, or 4.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01B 1/24 - Conductive material dispersed in non-conductive organic material the conductive material comprising carbon-silicon compounds, carbon, or silicon
  • C09D 5/24 - Electrically-conducting paints
  • B32B 27/00 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin
  • C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
  • B27K 3/52 - Impregnating agents containing mixtures of inorganic and organic compounds
  • B32B 21/08 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resinLayered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of fibre-reinforced resin
  • B32B 27/10 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins
  • B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
  • B32B 27/40 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyurethanes
  • B32B 29/00 - Layered products essentially comprising paper or cardboard
  • B32B 29/06 - Layered products essentially comprising paper or cardboard specially treated, e.g. surfaced, parchmentised
  • C09D 161/28 - Condensation polymers of aldehydes or ketones with only compounds containing hydrogen attached to nitrogen of aldehydes with heterocyclic compounds with melamine
  • D21H 19/12 - Coatings without pigments applied as a solution using water as the only solvent, e.g. in the presence of acid or alkaline compounds
  • D21H 21/14 - Non-fibrous material added to the pulp, characterised by its function, form or propertiesPaper impregnating or coating material, characterised by its function, form or properties characterised by function or properties in or on the paper

73.

Wooden composite board with antistatic properties

      
Application Number 16835736
Grant Number 11597188
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-03-31
First Publication Date 2020-10-08
Grant Date 2023-03-07
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Gier, Andreas
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

2 is a non-hydrolyzable organic moiety selected from the group including alkyl, aryl, alkenyl, alkynyl, cycloalkyl, and cycloalkenyl; A is 0, 1, 2, or 3. B is 1, 2, 3, or 4.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
  • B32B 21/08 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resinLayered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of fibre-reinforced resin
  • B32B 27/14 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a particulate layer
  • B32B 27/18 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives
  • B32B 27/28 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising copolymers of synthetic resins not wholly covered by any one of the following subgroups
  • B32B 27/30 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising vinyl resinLayered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising acrylic resin
  • B32B 21/06 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties

74.

HARD FLOORING PANEL FOR LAYING IN A FLOATING MANNER TO FORM A FLOORING PANEL COMPOSITE

      
Application Number EP2020054767
Publication Number 2020/182453
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-02-24
Publication Date 2020-09-17
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Zorn, Marcel

Abstract

The present invention relates to a hard flooring panel (1) with a top side (2) and a bottom side (3) and side edges (10, 20) along the panel sides, for laying in a floating manner to form a flooring panel composite, at least two flooring panels being joined together in each case, the opposing side edges (10, 20) being provided with tongue-and-groove profiles, a tongue (11) and a joining face (16) being provided in a first side edge (10), and a groove (21) and a joining face (26) being provided in a second, opposite side edge (20), the tongue (11) of the first side edge (10) having an upper side (12) and a lower side (13); wherein a protrusion (14) having a contact face (15) is provided on the lower side (13) of the tongue; wherein the joining face (16) of the first side edge (10) runs from the top side (2) of the flooring panel towards the upper tongue side (12), and the joining face (16) is chamfered; wherein the groove (21) in the second side edge (20) has a top side and a bottom side, the top side of the groove (21) being delimited by an upper lip (22), and the bottom side of the groove being delimited by a lower lip (23); wherein a cut-out (24) having a contact face (25) is provided in the lower lip (23) of the groove; wherein the joining face (26) of the second side edge (20) runs from the top side of the flooring panel along the upper lip (22), and the joining face (26) is chamfered; wherein, when at least two flooring panels are joined together, the protrusion (14) of the tongue (10) engages in the cut-out (24) in the lower lip (23) of the groove so that the contact faces (15, 25) of the protrusion (14) of the tongue and of the cut-out (24) in the lower lip of the groove exert a clamping force on each other; and wherein, when the chamfered joining faces (16) of the first side edge (10) of the tongue profile and the chamfered joining face (26) of the second side edge (20) of the groove profile bear against each other in the joined-together state of at least two flooring panels, a linear pressure is produced along the chamfered joining faces (16, 26) of the side edges of the tongue profile and of the groove profile.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04F 15/10 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements of other materials, e.g. fibrous or chipped materials, organic plastics, magnesite, hardboard
  • E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements

75.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A MULTILAYER, SURFACE-STRUCTURED PANEL, AND A PANEL PRODUCED BY THIS METHOD

      
Application Number EP2020054498
Publication Number 2020/178037
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-02-20
Publication Date 2020-09-10
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Oldorff, Frank

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for producing a multilayer, surface-structured panel, in particular a multilayer, surface-structured floor panel, comprising the following steps: providing at least one plastic carrier plate composed of at least two layers, in particular in the form of an endless strand, wherein the at least two-layer plastic carrier plate is produced from at least two mutually different plastics by means of coextrusion, wherein one of the layers is formed from a hard plastic and the other layer from a plastically deformable, structurable plastic; incorporating surface structures on at least one side of the plastic carrier plate by means of embossing; applying at least one primer to the structured surface of the plastic carrier plate; printing the plastic carrier plate by direct printing so as to form a decorative layer; applying a wear protection layer containing abrasion-resistant particles; applying at least one varnish layer; and curing the layered structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44B 5/00 - Machines or apparatus for embossing decorations or marks, e.g. embossing coins
  • B44C 1/24 - Pressing or stamping ornamental design on surfaces
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B29C 59/02 - Surface shaping, e.g. embossingApparatus therefor by mechanical means, e.g. pressing
  • B29C 59/04 - Surface shaping, e.g. embossingApparatus therefor by mechanical means, e.g. pressing using rollers or endless belts
  • B29C 70/58 - Shaping composites, i.e. plastics material comprising reinforcements, fillers or preformed parts, e.g. inserts comprising fillers only
  • B29C 48/00 - Extrusion moulding, i.e. expressing the moulding material through a die or nozzle which imparts the desired formApparatus therefor
  • B29C 48/07 - Flat, e.g. panels
  • B29C 48/21 - Articles comprising two or more components, e.g. co-extruded layers the components being layers the layers being joined at their surfaces

76.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ABRASION- AND WATER-RESISTANT MULTILAYER PANEL AND A PANEL WHICH IS PRODUCED USING SAID METHOD

      
Application Number EP2020050436
Publication Number 2020/151956
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-01-09
Publication Date 2020-07-30
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Lehnhoff, Ingo
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Oldorff, Frank

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing an abrasion- and water-resistant multilayer panel, in particular an abrasion- and water-resistant floor panel, having the steps of: providing at least one plastic support panel, in particular a PVC support panel; applying at least one primer onto the surface of the plastic support panel; printing the plastic support panel in a direct printing process, thereby forming a decorative layer; applying at least one first cover layer onto the printed decorative layer, uniformly scattering abrasion-resistant particles onto the at least one cover layer applied onto the decorative layer; applying at least one second cover layer onto the layer of scattered abrasion-resistant particles; and optionally introducing a structure into the at least second cover layer, applying at least one paint layer, and curing the layer structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers

77.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ABRASION-RESISTANT WOOD BOARD

      
Document Number 03127265
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-01-08
Open to Public Date 2020-07-30
Grant Date 2023-02-14
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Schumacher, Christoph
  • Zick, Stefan

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing an abrasion-resistant wood board with an upper face and a lower face and with at least one decorative layer which is arranged on the upper face, in particular a synchronous structure for decorative purposes. At least six resin layers are applied onto the decorative layer. Abrasion-resistant particles are scattered onto the first moist resin layer, and the second resin layer is then applied without an intermediate drying of the first resin layer. The additional resin layers are each applied after drying the previous resin layer. Each of the third, fourth, and fifth resin layers contain glass spheres.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers

78.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ABRASION- AND WATER-RESISTANT MULTILAYER PANEL AND A PANEL WHICH IS PRODUCED USING SAID METHOD

      
Application Number EP2020050299
Publication Number 2020/151948
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-01-08
Publication Date 2020-07-30
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Dr. Kalwa, Norbert
  • Kopp, Torsten

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing an abrasion- and water-resistant multilayer panel, in particular an abrasion- and water-resistant floor panel, having the steps of: providing at least one plastic support panel, in particular a PVC support panel; applying at least one decorative layer onto the at least one plastic support panel; applying at least one primer layer onto the at least one decorative layer; uniformly scattering abrasion-resistant particles onto the at least one primer layer applied onto the decorative layer; and applying at least one cover layer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 33/00 - Layered products characterised by particular properties or particular surface features, e.g. particular surface coatingsLayered products designed for particular purposes not covered by another single class
  • B32B 9/00 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups
  • E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements
  • B29C 48/07 - Flat, e.g. panels

79.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ABRASION-RESISTANT WOOD BOARD

      
Application Number EP2020050300
Publication Number 2020/151949
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-01-08
Publication Date 2020-07-30
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Schumacher, Christoph
  • Zick, Stefan

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing an abrasion-resistant wood board with an upper face and a lower face and with at least one decorative layer which is arranged on the upper face, in particular a synchronous structure for decorative purposes. At least six resin layers are applied onto the decorative layer. Abrasion-resistant particles are scattered onto the first moist resin layer, and the second resin layer is then applied without an intermediate drying of the first resin layer. The additional resin layers are each applied after drying the previous resin layer. Each of the third, fourth, and fifth resin layers contain glass spheres.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers

80.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VENEERED WOODEN MATERIAL AND WOODEN MATERIAL COMPRISING A SUPPORTING PLATE AND AT LEAST TWO VENEERS

      
Document Number 03118515
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-12-18
Open to Public Date 2020-06-25
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing a woodbased panel having a carrier panel and at least one first, non-exterior veneer and a second veneer on a first surface of the carrier panel, wherein the carrier panel, the first veneer and the at least second veneer are connected to one another by synthetic resin. In order to create a cost-effective woodbased panel with a veneered surface, - a liquid synthetic resin is applied in excess, in relation to the quantity required for gluing purposes, to the carrier panel and/or to the first veneer and/or to the at least second veneer, - the synthetic resin applied in excess is dried, but not cured, - a stack of material to be pressed comprising the carrier panel, the first, non-exterior veneer and the at least second veneer is assembled, and - the stack of material to be pressed is compressed in a high-pressure press to form a woodbased panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 21/02 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board in the form of fibres, chips, or particles
  • B32B 21/04 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
  • B32B 21/13 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board all layers being exclusively wood
  • B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • B32B 38/06 - Embossing
  • B32B 38/08 - Impregnating
  • B32B 38/14 - Printing or colouring

81.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VENEERED WOODBASED PANEL, AND WOODBASED PANEL MADE FROM A CARRIER PANEL AND AT LEAST TWO VENEERS

      
Application Number EP2019086055
Publication Number 2020/127556
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-12-18
Publication Date 2020-06-25
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing a woodbased panel having a carrier panel and at least one first, non-exterior veneer and a second veneer on a first surface of the carrier panel, wherein the carrier panel, the first veneer and the at least second veneer are connected to one another by synthetic resin. In order to create a cost-effective woodbased panel with a veneered surface, - a liquid synthetic resin is applied in excess, in relation to the quantity required for gluing purposes, to the carrier panel and/or to the first veneer and/or to the at least second veneer, - the synthetic resin applied in excess is dried, but not cured, - a stack of material to be pressed comprising the carrier panel, the first, non-exterior veneer and the at least second veneer is assembled, and - the stack of material to be pressed is compressed in a high-pressure press to form a woodbased panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 21/02 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board in the form of fibres, chips, or particles
  • B32B 21/04 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
  • B32B 21/13 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board all layers being exclusively wood
  • B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • B32B 38/06 - Embossing
  • B32B 38/08 - Impregnating
  • B32B 38/14 - Printing or colouring

82.

PRESS PLATEN FOR CREATING DEEP STRUCTURES

      
Application Number EP2019084284
Publication Number 2020/120417
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-12-09
Publication Date 2020-06-18
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Kopp, Torsten

Abstract

The invention relates to a press platen for creating deep structures in panel-type products, in particular wooden boards or laminates consisting of resin-coated papers, said press platen consisting of a metal main body (1), in depressions of which strip-type and/or frame-type ribs (2, 3), which have a higher thermal conductivity than the main body (1), are inserted.

IPC Classes  ?

83.

COMPOSITION FOR COATING AND SEALING EDGES OF WOOD FIBERBOARDS

      
Application Number EP2019068998
Publication Number 2020/016176
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-07-15
Publication Date 2020-01-23
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Gier, Andreas

Abstract

The invention relates to a composition for coating and/or sealing edges of wood fiberboards, producible from: at least one compound of the general formula (I): R1(4-a)(4-a), and/or the hydrolysis products thereof, wherein X is H, OH or a hydrolyzable radical selected from the group comprising alkoxyaryloxy, acyloxy, and R1is an organic radical selected from the group comprising alkyl, aryl, cycloalkyl, which may be interrupted by -O- or -NH-, and wherein R111 which is selected from a group containing a hydroxyl, amino, monoalkylamino, carboxy, mercapto, alkoxy, aldehyde, acrylic, acryloxy, methacrylic, methacryloxy, cyano, isocyano and epoxide group, and a = 0, 1, 2, 3, in particular 0 or 1; at least one compound of the general formula (II): R2(4-b)(4-b), and/or the hydrolysis products thereof, wherein X has the above meaning, R2is a non-hydrolyzable organic radical, and R2 is selected from the group comprising alkyl, aryl, alkenyl, alkinyl, cycloalkyl, cycloalkenyl, and b = 1, 2, 3 or 4; and at least one polymer dispersion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 5/00 - Coating compositions, e.g. paints, varnishes or lacquers, characterised by their physical nature or the effects producedFilling pastes

84.

METHOD FOR FINISHING A SUPPLIED BUILDING PANEL

      
Application Number EP2019058287
Publication Number 2019/233652
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-02
Publication Date 2019-12-12
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Oldorff, Frank
  • Lehnhoff, Ingo
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Klupsch, Rüdiger
  • Lehmann, Thomas

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for finishing a supplied building panel (1) made of a wood material, in particular MDF or HDF, having an upper side (2) and a lower side (9), wherein, in a first embossing step, a relief is embossed at least into the upper side (2) as first strip-shaped depressions (5) having two opposing side walls (5.1, 5.2), a bottom wall (5.3) connecting said side walls, and a depth (T), and subsequently a decorative pattern (3) is printed onto the embossed upper side (2) of the building panel (1), and the decorative pattern (3) is then sealed by applying an abrasion-resistant layer (4). According to the invention, additional depressions (6) extending at an angle (α) transversely to the first depressions (5) are embossed, and the large-size supplied building panel (1) is divided into individual panels by carrying out a saw cut in and along each of the depressions (5, 6).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B44C 1/24 - Pressing or stamping ornamental design on surfaces
  • E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements

85.

METHOD FOR THE ONLINE QUALITY CONTROL OF DECORATIVE PRINTS ON SUBSTRATE MATERIALS

      
Application Number EP2019064777
Publication Number 2019/234147
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-06
Publication Date 2019-12-12
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Lehnhoff, Ingo

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for the online quality control of decorative prints on substrate materials, comprising the similarity comparison of an actual image and a target image of the print decorations and the adjusting of the decorative print if deviations of the color values of the actual image from the color values of the target image are detected during the production of a batch of substrate materials with a decorative layer, wherein a) at least one hyperspectral digital image of a print decoration is produced; b) the print decoration is calibrated by means of the at least one hyperspectral digital image; characterized in that the method also comprises the steps: c) producing and storing a digital target image of the print decoration with a resolution in the range of 4 to 36 megapixels, more particularly in the form of a digital photograph; d) creating at least one first print decoration on at least one first substrate material; e) producing and storing at least one digital actual image of the printed decoration on the at least one first substrate material with a resolution in the range of 4 to 36 megapixels, more particularly in the form of a digital photograph; f) determining color deviations between the digital target image and the digital actual image by means of a computer program; g) printing on at least one side of further substrate materials so as to form a decorative layer, in such a way that color deviations between the digital target image and digital actual images of the printed decorations on the further substrate materials occur only below a predefined target value or within a predefined tolerance range. The invention also relates to a device for carrying out the method for the online quality control of decorative prints on substrate materials.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01J 3/46 - Measurement of colourColour measuring devices, e.g. colorimeters
  • B41F 33/00 - Indicating, counting, warning, control or safety devices
  • G01J 3/28 - Investigating the spectrum
  • H04N 1/00 - Scanning, transmission or reproduction of documents or the like, e.g. facsimile transmissionDetails thereof

86.

METHOD FOR FINISHING A LARGE-SIZE SUPPLIED BUILDING PANEL

      
Application Number EP2019065013
Publication Number 2019/234239
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-07
Publication Date 2019-12-12
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Braun, Roger
  • Oldorff, Frank
  • Lehnhoff, Ingo
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Klupsch, Rüdiger

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for finishing a large-size building panel (1) made of HDF and having an upper side (2) and a lower side (9), said method having the following steps: • a) in a first embossing step, a relief is embossed at least into the upper side (2) in the form of at least one strip-type depression (5) having a depth (T), • b) a decorative paper (3) is applied to the upper side (2), • c) an overlay paper (4) is applied to the decorative paper (3) as an abrasion-resistant layer, • d) the lower side (9) is provided with a backing layer (8), • e) the thus-prepared structure is fed to a press and pressed at a high pressure and high temperature, and • f) during the pressing operation, a strip-type depression (5) is again embossed in a second embossing step without changing the depth (T). According to the invention, • g) the upper side (2) is still provided with a surface film which has a thickness of 0.3 to 0.5 mm, • h) the bulk density of the building panel (1) in the cover layer forming the upper side (2) is between 950 and 1000 kg/m3, and • i) an aqueous melamine resin is applied to the upper side (2) as a modifying agent before or immediately after embossing, and • j) the press is a short-cycle press (30).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 1/24 - Pressing or stamping ornamental design on surfaces
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements

87.

Wooden material panel, in particular in the form of a wood-plastic composite material, and a method for producing the same

      
Application Number 16452031
Grant Number 11072087
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-25
First Publication Date 2019-10-17
Grant Date 2021-07-27
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Siems, Jens
  • Lehnhoff, Ingo

Abstract

The present invention relates to a wooden material panel, in particular a wood-plastic composite material, including particles of wood and at least one plastic that is functionalized with at least one organic compound. At least one decorative layer is provided on at least one side of the wooden material panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27N 3/04 - Manufacture of substantially flat articles, e.g. boards, from particles or fibres from fibres
  • B27N 3/00 - Manufacture of substantially flat articles, e.g. boards, from particles or fibres
  • B27N 3/02 - Manufacture of substantially flat articles, e.g. boards, from particles or fibres from particles
  • B27N 3/18 - Auxiliary operations, e.g. preheating, humidifying, cutting-off
  • B27N 3/24 - Moulding or pressing characterised by using continuously acting presses having endless belts or chains moved within the compression zone
  • B27N 7/00 - After-treatment, e.g. reducing swelling or shrinkage, surfacingProtecting the edges of boards against access of humidity
  • B27N 3/06 - Making particle boards or fibreboards, with preformed covering layers, the particles or fibres being compressed with the layers to a board in one single pressing operation
  • B27N 1/02 - Mixing the material with binding agent
  • B27N 1/00 - Pretreatment of moulding material

88.

Process and device for the production of layered materials with synchronous-pore effect

      
Application Number 16210251
Grant Number 10899167
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-12-05
First Publication Date 2019-06-13
Grant Date 2021-01-26
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Hasch, Joachim
  • Stiewe, Bernd

Abstract

Disclosed is a process for the production of synchronous-pore layered materials. Also disclosed is a device for the conduct of the process. In further aspects, the invention relates to layered materials which can be produced by the process, and also to wood-composite boards equipped with the layered materials produced by the process of the invention.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B44C 1/24 - Pressing or stamping ornamental design on surfaces
  • B41M 5/00 - Duplicating or marking methodsSheet materials for use therein
  • B32B 21/06 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B41F 1/26 - Platen presses, i.e. presses in which printing is effected by at least one essentially-flat pressure-applying member co-operating with a flat type-bed Details
  • B44C 5/06 - Natural ornamentsImitations thereof
  • B44F 9/02 - Designs imitating natural patterns wood grain effects

89.

Method for producing an abrasion-resistant wood material panel and production line therefor

      
Application Number 16099547
Grant Number 11192398
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-05-04
First Publication Date 2019-05-30
Grant Date 2021-12-07
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Lehnhoff, Ingo

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing an abrasion-resistant wood material panel that has a decorative layer, including the following steps: applying one first resin layer to the decorative layer on the top and bottom sides of the wood material panel, scattering abrasion-resistant particles onto the resin layer on the top side of the panel; drying the resin layer provided with abrasion-resistant particles onto the first resin layers on the top and bottom sides of the panel in a drying device; applying another resin layer to the dried resin layers on both sides of the panel; drying the second resin layers on both sides of the panel in the drying device; and pressing the layer structure. The invention further relates to a production line for carrying out the method and to a wood material panel that can be produced by means of the method.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers

90.

Apparatus for the refinement of a panel

      
Application Number 16239196
Grant Number 11472224
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-01-03
First Publication Date 2019-05-09
Grant Date 2022-10-18
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Braun, Roger

Abstract

A method for the refinement of a panel and an apparatus for the refinement of a panel according to a method of this type. The method for the refinement of a panel includes: unpacking of a panel having a core made from wood material from a transport-safe packaging, a grounding in the form of at least one synthetic resin layer pressed together with the core and, if appropriate, a primer being arranged on a top side of the core, and a coating being arranged on a core underside lying opposite the top side of the core, and connection and locking means being attached to at least two mutually opposite side faces; application of a decorative layer having a decoration to the grounding or primer; and application of at least one wear layer to the decorative layer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements
  • E04F 15/04 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements only of wood, e.g. with wooden connecting members
  • E04F 15/10 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements of other materials, e.g. fibrous or chipped materials, organic plastics, magnesite, hardboard
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B41M 5/00 - Duplicating or marking methodsSheet materials for use therein
  • B44C 1/17 - Dry transfer

91.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ABRASION-RESISTANT WOOD COMPOSITE BOARD, AND PRODUCTION LINE THEREFOR

      
Application Number EP2018080152
Publication Number 2019/086660
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-05
Publication Date 2019-05-09
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Denk, Andre
  • George, Maika
  • Pfeiffer, Sabrina
  • Burgmann, Björn

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for producing an abrasion-resistant wood composite board having an upper side and an underside, wherein at least one decorative layer, in particular in the form of a printed decoration, and a protective layer made from a not yet fully set resin are provided on the upper side, the method comprising the following steps: (i) applying at least one first resin layer to the upper side of the wood composite board provided with the decorative layer and the protective layer, wherein the wood composite board provided with the protective layer and decorative layer is not heated in a dryer prior to the first resin layer being applied, (ii) uniform scattering of abrasion-resistant particles onto the first resin layer on the upper side of the wood composite board; wherein the first resin layer provided with the abrasion-resistant particles on the upper side of the wood composite board is not dried following the application, and (iii) applying at least one second resin layer to the first, moist resin layer provided with the abrasion-resistant particles on the upper side of the wood composite board, (iv) subsequent drying of the construction made from the first resin layer and second resin layer on the upper side of the wood composite board in at least one drying apparatus. The present invention likewise relates to a production line for implementing said method.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B05D 1/36 - Successively applying liquids or other fluent materials, e.g. without intermediate treatment

92.

Method for finishing a wood board

      
Application Number 15966620
Grant Number 10328602
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-04-30
First Publication Date 2018-08-30
Grant Date 2019-06-25
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Lehnhoff, Ingo
  • Oldorff, Frank

Abstract

The disclosure relates to a method for finishing a wood board with an upper face and a lower face. A layer of liquid synthetic resin is first applied at least onto the upper face or the lower face, and at least one paper ply soaked with a synthetic resin is then applied. The structure is then pressed in a press under high pressure and at a high temperature, wherein the synthetic resin melts and is connected to the upper face or the lower face of the wood board. The invention is characterized in that the upper face and/or the lower face is provided while still having a press skin and in an ungrounded state, and the layer is applied so thinly that the liquid synthetic resin is completely drawn into the press skin, the layer is not actively dried, and the paper ply is positioned on the press skin.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 21/06 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B27N 7/00 - After-treatment, e.g. reducing swelling or shrinkage, surfacingProtecting the edges of boards against access of humidity
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B32B 21/02 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board in the form of fibres, chips, or particles

93.

Method for producing a laminate consisting of a backing sheet and decorative paper

      
Application Number 15741561
Grant Number 10981370
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-21
First Publication Date 2018-07-12
Grant Date 2021-04-20
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for producing a laminate having a backing sheet and a decorative paper arranged on the backing sheet, including the steps of: a) providing the backing sheet, b) scattering at least one layer of at least one powdered resin onto at least one side of the backing sheet, the surface of the side of the backing sheet that is to be scattered with the powdered resin being unsmoothed, c) placing at least one decorative paper onto the side of the backing sheet that is provided with the powdered resin, and d) pressing the layered structure including the backing sheet, the powdered resin and the decorative paper. The present invention likewise relates to a laminate that can be produced by this method.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B29C 65/00 - Joining of preformed partsApparatus therefor
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • B32B 37/24 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with at least one layer not being coherent before laminating, e.g. made up from granular material sprinkled onto a substrate
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B27N 7/00 - After-treatment, e.g. reducing swelling or shrinkage, surfacingProtecting the edges of boards against access of humidity
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 21/02 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board in the form of fibres, chips, or particles
  • B32B 21/06 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B29C 65/48 - Joining of preformed partsApparatus therefor using adhesives
  • B29C 65/64 - Joining a non-plastics element to a plastics element, e.g. by force
  • B29C 65/52 - Applying the adhesive

94.

Method and device for specifically influencing the technological properties of individual regions of a sheet-like material, a pre-compacted material nonwoven or a material fibre cake

      
Application Number 15860169
Grant Number 10889022
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-01-02
First Publication Date 2018-05-10
Grant Date 2021-01-12
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Stahl, Gerhard

Abstract

A device and a method for specifically influencing the technological properties of individual regions of a sheet-like material are provided, including the following steps: a) fixing the sheet-like material or a pre-compacted material nonwoven or a material fibre cake on a workbench, b) placing at least one applicator on the upper side and/or the underside of the sheet-like material, the material nonwoven or the material fibre cake, c) specifically moving the at least one applicator on the upper side and/or the underside and pressing an improving medium into partial regions of the sheet-like material, the material nonwoven or the material fibre cake in a predetermined amount and under a predetermined pressure, d) optionally, subsequently pressing the pre-compacted material nonwoven or the material fibre cake to form a sheet of the desired thickness.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27N 3/06 - Making particle boards or fibreboards, with preformed covering layers, the particles or fibres being compressed with the layers to a board in one single pressing operation
  • B27N 3/18 - Auxiliary operations, e.g. preheating, humidifying, cutting-off
  • B27K 3/02 - ProcessesApparatus
  • B27K 3/08 - Impregnating by pressure
  • B27K 3/10 - Apparatus
  • E04C 2/16 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products of fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the like
  • B29D 7/01 - Films or sheets
  • B27K 5/06 - Softening or hardening wood
  • B27N 1/00 - Pretreatment of moulding material

95.

Method for determining the abrasion resistance of at least one wear layer arranged on a carrier plate

      
Application Number 15564594
Grant Number 09958382
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-03-21
First Publication Date 2018-03-22
Grant Date 2018-05-01
Owner Flooring Technologies Ltd. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Denk, Andre
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

A method for determining the abrasion resistance of at least one wear layer arranged on a carrier plate, including: capturing at least one NIR spectrum of the wear layer arranged on the at least one carrier plate using at least one NIR detector and determining the abrasion resistance of the at least one wear layer by comparing the NIR spectrum for the abrasion resistance that is to be determined with at least one NIR spectrum ascertained for at least one reference sample by multivariant data analysis (MDA).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/35 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 3/56 - Investigating resistance to wear or abrasion
  • G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications

96.

Method for finishing a wood board

      
Application Number 15527216
Grant Number 09993940
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-10-09
First Publication Date 2017-11-23
Grant Date 2018-06-12
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD (Malta)
Inventor
  • Lehnhoff, Ingo
  • Oldorff, Frank

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for finishing a wood board with an upper face and a lower face. A layer of liquid synthetic resin is first applied at least onto the upper face or the lower face, and at least one paper ply soaked with a synthetic resin is then applied. The structure is then pressed in a press under high pressure and at a high temperature, wherein the synthetic resin melts and is connected to the upper face or the lower face of the wood board. The invention is characterized in that the upper face and/or the lower face is provided while still having a press skin and in an ungrounded state, and the layer is applied so thinly that the liquid synthetic resin is completely drawn into the press skin, the layer is not actively dried, and the paper ply is positioned on the press skin.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27N 7/00 - After-treatment, e.g. reducing swelling or shrinkage, surfacingProtecting the edges of boards against access of humidity
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B32B 21/06 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B32B 21/02 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board in the form of fibres, chips, or particles

97.

Method for the production of grounded panels and panel

      
Application Number 15656583
Grant Number 11292291
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-07-21
First Publication Date 2017-11-23
Grant Date 2022-04-05
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD (Malta)
Inventor
  • Braun, Roger
  • Kalwa, Norbert

Abstract

A method for the production of grounded panels and to a panel having a core made from a wood material board. The method includes provision of a wood material board, application of a grounding in the form of a synthetic resin layer to at least one topside of the wood material board, application of a coating to an underside, lying opposite the topside of the wood material board, of the wood material board, pressing of the layer build-up consisting of the wood material board, grounding and coating under the influence of pressure and, if appropriate, temperature, division of the grounded and coated wood material board into individual panels, cutting machining of side faces of the panels for the incorporation of connection and locking means, and transport-safe packaging of the grounded panels.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 21/08 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resinLayered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of fibre-reinforced resin
  • B32B 27/10 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B05D 3/12 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by mechanical means
  • B05D 7/06 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials to wood
  • B32B 3/06 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for securing layers togetherLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for attaching the product to another member, e.g. to a support
  • B32B 3/30 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed
  • E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
  • E04F 15/02 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements

98.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ABRASION-RESISTANT WOOD MATERIAL PANEL AND PRODUCTION LINE THEREFOR

      
Application Number EP2017060710
Publication Number 2017/198474
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-05-04
Publication Date 2017-11-23
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor
  • Kalwa, Norbert
  • Lehnhoff, Ingo

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing an abrasion-resistant wood material panel that has at least one decorative layer, in particular as printed decoration, on the top side, comprising the following steps: applying at least one first resin layer to the at least one decorative layer on the top side and on the bottom side of the wood material panel, uniformly scattering abrasion-resistant particles onto the first resin layer on the top side of the wood material panel; drying the first resin layer provided with the abrasion-resistant particles on the top side and the first resin layer on the bottom side of the wood material panel in at least one drying device; applying at least one second resin layer to the dried first resin layer provided with the abrasion-resistant particles on the top side and the dried first resin layer on the bottom side of the wood material panel; drying the second resin layers on the top side and the bottom side of the wood material panel in at least one drying device; and pressing the layer structure. The invention further relates to a production line for carrying out the method and to a wood material panel that can be produced by means of the method.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers

99.

Method for producing decorated wooden composite boards and panel produced from the wooden composite board, in particular floor panel, and use of a wooden composite board produced according to the method

      
Application Number 15302809
Grant Number 10059030
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-05-08
First Publication Date 2017-05-04
Grant Date 2018-08-28
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Oldorff, Frank

Abstract

A method for producing an impregnated article comprising a cellulose layer which is impregnated with a melamine resin in order for a core impregnation to be formed is characterized in that a layer of a liquid medium having a moiety of isocyanate groups is applied to the top face and/or the bottom face of the core-impregnated cellulose layer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B27N 7/00 - After-treatment, e.g. reducing swelling or shrinkage, surfacingProtecting the edges of boards against access of humidity
  • B27N 3/02 - Manufacture of substantially flat articles, e.g. boards, from particles or fibres from particles
  • B27N 3/04 - Manufacture of substantially flat articles, e.g. boards, from particles or fibres from fibres
  • B27N 3/08 - Moulding or pressing

100.

Method for finishing a wood-based board

      
Application Number 15302818
Grant Number 11059071
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-06-17
First Publication Date 2017-04-06
Grant Date 2021-07-13
Owner FLOORING TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (Malta)
Inventor Oldorff, Frank

Abstract

The disclosure relates to a method for finishing a wood-based board with an upper face and a lower face, having the following steps: a) applying a undercoat made of a liquid melamine resin onto the upper face, the melamine resin at least partly penetrating into the upper edge layer of the wood board, b) drying the undercoat into an undercoat layer, c) applying a base color onto the undercoat layer, d) drying the base color into a base color layer, e) applying a base color onto the base color layer in order to produce a decorative element, f) drying the decorative element into a decorative layer, g) applying a liquid melamine resin onto the dried decorative layer, h) drying the melamine resin into a melamine resin layer, and i) applying a liquid medium with a proportion of isocyanate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05D 5/06 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces to obtain special surface effects, finishes or structures to obtain multicolour or other optical effects
  • B44C 5/04 - Ornamental plaques, e.g. decorative panels, decorative veneers
  • B05D 1/02 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by spraying
  • B05D 1/26 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by applying the liquid or other fluent material from an outlet device in contact with, or almost in contact with, the surface
  • B05D 3/02 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by baking
  • B05D 3/12 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by mechanical means
  • B05D 7/08 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials to wood using synthetic lacquers or varnishes
  • B05D 7/00 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials
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