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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Sep. 20, 2011
Filed:
Dec. 02, 2005
Ralf G. Oertel, Neuss, DE;
Ralf G. Oertel, Neuss, DE;
3M Innovative Properties Company, St. Paul, MN (US);
Abstract
The invention provides a patch of a male fastening means, in particular, a hook patch with decreased bending resistance. The patch according to the invention comprises a backing bearing a plurality of male fastening elements, in particular hook elements. The patch is integral and comprises a plurality of incisions. Said incisions do not extend across the whole width of the patch but preferably leave at least one intact bridge across the cross-direction of the patch. Furthermore, a fastening tape tab having a manufacturer's and user's end is provided, the fastening tape tab comprising a support layer bearing on its major surface of the user's end at least one fastening patch according to the invention. Furthermore, a strip is provided from which a patch according to the invention is cut.