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A visual recognition and identification apparatus comprising a mounting means adapted for placement on an object wherein said mounting means incorporates one or a plurality of light emitting diodes adapted to provide a visual signal characterised in that said LED's are mounted in, on, or connected to a printed circuit board, wherein said printed circuit board is surface modified to provide a distinct angle of mounting for one or a plurality of LED's to provide a highly defined focused viewing angle for said apparatus, wherein said mounting angle results in the focusing of said LED's at a defined focal point.

An identification card holder, on the front side of which a replaceable identification card can be placed. A spring-loaded yo-yo is fastened and positioned on the reverse side of the holder, such that the yo-yo remains partially or completely invisible as the card, along with its holder, is viewed from the front side. As the yo-yo is integrated with the holder, the result will be a small-sized, readily portable, and easy-to-handle assembly, which can be distanced from a bearer to the proximity of a code reader for an electric lock without releasing the suspension.

A visual recognition and identification apparatus comprising a mounting means (2, 18) adapted for placement in a physical environment wherein the mounting means incorporates one or a plurality of light emitting diodes (1) adapted to provide a visual signal characterised in the light emitting diodes (1) are mounted and physically associated with the printed circuit circuit board (2, 18) wherein the printed circuit board (2, 18) has been modified to provide a distinct angle mounting for the light emitting diodes (1) to provide a defined viewing angle and wherein the printed circuit board (2, 18) is manufactured from the compliant material so as to allow the visual recognition and identification apparatus to be moulded and adapted to a number of environments including fixture to non flat surfaces, incorporation into clothing (19, 21), caps and badges by way of sewing or incorporation into a range of devices.

A process of making an improved sheet / card laminate for packaging, signage, displays, transaction cards, ID cards and the like. The process comprises registering flat sheets to a film and then laminating the film or transferring coating(s) from the film to the individual, generally flat sheets via an adhesive. The film or coating(s) may include layered security, functional and / or decorative features.

A process of making an improved sheet / card laminate for packaging, signage, displays, transaction cards, ID cards and the like. The process comprises registering flat sheets to a film and then laminating the film or transferring coating(s) from the film to the individual, generally flat sheets via an adhesive. The film or coating(s) may include layered security, functional and / or decorative features.

An identification badge holder includes a portable digital information device, which may be a USB flash drive secured directly or indirectly to the rear face thereof by any of a number of structures which would facilitate ready access, secure attachment and, in some instances, redundant securement employing two types of securement. A system for attaching a stand-alone identification badge to a card which has a USB flash drive secured or securable thereto.

A magnet-based frame mounting system comprises a frame plate that is magnetically attractive and a wall plate that is magnetically attractive. The frame plate has a first surface that mechanically mounts within a rear surface of a frame. Correspondingly, the wall plate has a first surface that mechanically mounts directly to a wall. When the frame plate is mounted to a corresponding frame, the wall plate is mounted to a corresponding wall, and the frame plate is magnetically coupled to the frame plate, the frame plate is concealed by the frame, the wall plate is concealed by the frame and the frame is repositionable in any direction parallel to the wall plate, without repositioning the wall plate, such that the frame stays at a set location based upon the magnetic coupling between the frame plate and the wall plate.

A magnet-based frame mounting system comprises a frame plate that is magnetically attractive and a wall plate that is magnetically attractive. The frame plate has a first surface that mechanically mounts within a rear surface of a frame. Correspondingly, the wall plate has a first surface that mechanically mounts directly to a wall. When the frame plate is mounted to a corresponding frame, the wall plate is mounted to a corresponding wall, and the frame plate is magnetically coupled to the frame plate, the frame plate is concealed by the frame, the wall plate is concealed by the frame and the frame is repositionable in any direction parallel to the wall plate, without repositioning the wall plate, such that the frame stays at a set location based upon the magnetic coupling between the frame plate and the wall plate.

A combination ID / tag holder is disclosed. The holder comprises (i) a holder body, (ii) a first pouch for holding a traditional ID card, (iii) a second pouch for holding a tag container, (iv) a tag container, for placement in the second pouch, and (v) a tag, such as a RFID tag, for placement in the tag container. The present invention can be used in conjunction with an automated attendance monitoring system to monitor attendance of students or other individuals whose whereabouts need to be tracked.

A fine jewelry chain made of precious metal, base metal, or metal alloy, which may be used by day as an ID card holder in the form of a necklace, bracelet, belt, or watch-type chain, and by night as a piece of decorative jewelry in the form of a necklace, bracelet, belt, or watch-type chain. The chain includes a looped metal clasp which may be used to hold an ID card, transparent ID card holder, pendant, or charm, or to secure the necklace to itself, thus creating a double-stranded “choker” style of necklace. The chain may also be worn in the lapel, draped through belt-loops, or otherwise strung around a portion of clothing or of the body. Decorative charms may also be purchased and the chain threaded through said charms to create a more unique or individual piece of jewelry. The ID cards and charms strung from the chain may also incorporate embedded chip technology, which would allow for the download and storage of personal security information.

The retractable ID badge holder kit provides removable and replaceable indicia on a retractable reel housing to celebrate a promotional event, special occasion or holiday. The kit contains a retractable reel supporting an ID badge holder at the end of the retractable cord or tether, a ferromagnetic plate to be glued to one side of the reel housing, an assortment of promotional pictures symbolic of special events, special occasions and holidays, and a rubberized sheet magnet attached or attachable to the rear surface of the pictures.

A device for holding a badge and an identification card includes a first strip of material constructed of leather. The first strip of material is shaped to include first and second generally oval-shaped portions which are connected through a neck. The first portion is shaped to include a pair of openings through which the badge can be pinned. A second strip of material constructed of leather is sewn onto the first strip of material along three sides so as to define a generally rectangular-shaped pocket for receiving the identification card, the first strip of material being shaped to include a centered window to display the identification card when disposed within the pocket. The first strip of material can be folded about the neck to form a closed loop. A pair of complementary fasteners are mounted onto the first strip of material to retain the device in its closed loop configuration.

The invention relates to the technology of laser holography anti-counterfeiting hot stamping, in particular to a preparation method for laser hot stamping foil of a metal coin and prepared laser hot stamping foil by using the method, and provides a preparation method for laser hot stamping foil of a metal coin and prepared laser hot stamping foil by using the method, which can adapt to gold stamping on the surface of the metal coin, enrich patterns on the surface of the metal coin, has an anti-counterfeiting function and is suitable for printing after stamping. The preparation method comprises the steps that a metallic nickel plate is manufactured, and a release layer, an imaging layer, a mold pressing layer, an aluminum coated layer and an adhesive layer are coated on a basement membrane strip, so that the metal coin has a brand-new effect, the operation process is simple and rapid, reproducibility of texts is good, large-scale production and durability are realized, the cost is reduced, the adhesion of the laser hot stamping foil is high, after being fastened on the surface of a metal product, the hot stamping foil does not easily fall off and has a smooth surface, through changing the formula of the adhesive layer and coating the adhesive layer for multiple times, a multi-layer bonding layer is formed, so that texts are firmly adhered on the surface of the metal, and wear resistance and weather fastness are realized.

An identification badge is shown and includes a washable worker identification badge including a photograph of a worker using the garment, wherein an image from the photograph is sublimated or printed on the badge. In one embodiment the badge includes a security device providing radio frequency identification capabilities. According to another embodiment, a garment with a washable worker identification badge is provided. In still other embodiments, a security system and procedure is provided using the badges or garments.

A memento and a process for manufacturing mementos is disclosed wherein a rectangular laminated sheet is created by face-mounting a color graphic print to an acrylic sheet with an optically-clear adhesive. Then, the laminated sheet is precision-divided into a plurality of discrete mementos with full-bleed imagery conforming to the size and shape of the sub-images comprising said graphic print. Also disclosed are: (i) methods for customizing such mementos with company logos, individual names, or other information; (ii) a first embodiment in the form of a name badge with a removable film backing and finding that permits the user to easily detach the finding from the back of the badge and utilize the remainder as a personalized key fob or luggage tag; and (iii) other embodiments in the form of golf bag tags, name tags, award plaques, photo frames, and mounting boards for physical totems and memorabilia.

A name plate assembly for use on a garment including a name plate and a connector which are magnetically attracted to each other, and which are disposed on opposite sides of a piece of clothing during use such that the clothing is sandwiched therebetween is provided. The name plate assembly is removed from the garment by the user pressing the connector through the fabric, or by otherwise engaging and applying a force to the connector such as by grasping and pulling on the connector. The connector acts as a lever when engaged in order to break the magnetic connection between the name plate and the connector, so that the name plate assembly may be easily removed from engagement with the article of clothing without excessive force.In one embodiment, the connector is preferably V-shaped and includes an indentation on either end of the legs of the "V" in order to receive a magnet therein. The name plate preferably includes a face plate for displaying indicia, such as a user's name, and a back plate which is adapted to engage the garment and which is placed in a facing relationship to the magnets of the connector. The back plate is made of a magnetically conductive material such that the magnets of the connector are attracted to the back plate in order to hold the name plate assembly to the clothing. In one embodiment, the back plate includes a set of protrusions in order to limit movement of the connector and name plate relative to each other. The protrusions may also provide a guide for proper placement of the connector.

A clip that utilizes a magnet to attach identification cards to clothing. The clip includes a clasp, a hinged metal bendable strap, and a magnetic connector which together allow identification cards to be displayed anywhere on a garment without penetrating, clamping or biting the fabric. The invention is connected to an identification card by passing the card attachment clasp through a slotted hole cut in the card and snapping it closed. The clasp is attached to a bendable strap that ties the card to the magnetic connector. The hinged metal bendable strap can bend and flex allowing the position of displayed card to adjust to the movement of the person wearing it. The magnetic connector consists of two parts. The first part is a ferrous metal plate which is fixed to the back of the bendable strap. The second part is an extra strong magnet which is placed behind clothing fabric when attaching the invention to a person's clothing. Using magnetic attraction, the two pieces of the connector hold together and sandwich clothing fabric between them. This attaches the invention and an identification card to the blank face of a garment without penetrating, clamping, or biting the fabric.

An identification badge is shown and includes a washable worker identification badge including a photograph of a worker using the garment, wherein an image from the photograph is sublimated or printed on the badge. In one embodiment the badge includes a security device providing radio frequency identification capabilities. According to another embodiment, a garment with a washable worker identification badge is provided. In still other embodiments, a security system and procedure is provided using the badges or garments.

Transactional presentation instrument systems having one or more chambers, and method of using and constructing such systems are provided. Systems can include a presentation instrument, an information storage medium configured to store a unique identifier, and a chamber having a fluid component and an object component. The object component can include a plurality of items that float in or disperse throughout the fluid component.

A new jewelry component alloy and articles of jewelry formed therefrom wherein the components and articles include precious metal alloys of platinum and cobalt that have magnetic properties and high hardnesses so that the various forms of fine jewelry that possess new and unusual visual and functional properties. When these alloys are formed into jewelry articles or components, the magnetic properties enable the components to either be attracted to or repelled by other components of different or like polarities. The jewelry designer is thus able to create pieces with levitating or suspended components, or to make magnetically connected components. The high hardness imparts exceptional durability to these components.

A wearable assembly is disclosed including a decorative ornament having a coupling surface substantially opposite a decorative surface thereof; and a coupling member coupled to the coupling surface. The coupling member is adapted to selectively, removeably couple to a wearable item such that the decorative surface is visible in an assembled configuration of the wearable assembly.