abstract |
The invention provides a label composite that includes a print receptive layer, an intermediate extensible layer, a structural layer, and a primary adhesive. The print receptive layer is adapted to withstand temperatures up to 1200° F. (649° C.) without loss of any of readability, cracking, peeling or edge lifting. The intermediate extensible adhesive layer is provided on one side of the print receptive layer, and the intermediate extensible adhesive layer is capable of surviving temperatures up to 1200° F. The structural layer is adhered on a first side of the structural layer to the intermediate extensible adhesive layer, and the structural layer is adapted to withstand temperatures up to 1200° F. The primary adhesive layer is capable of surviving temperatures up to 1200° F. and is adapted to form a bond between an elevated temperature material and the structural layer of the label composite. |