Product labeling demands a wide range of characteristics – often several at once and in combination with specific functionalities. Key aspects include material durability, safety features, and visual properties. When it comes to functionalities, there are many innovative possibilities that go far beyond traditional information delivery and often require specific materials or material combinations. But how do you find the right material for an exceptional set of labeling requirements?
An ideal approach is a methodical one that considers both the specific requirements of the product and the environmental conditions. In the PDF, you will find an overview of labeling film materials and their properties.
The following steps help in choosing the right labeling material:
Define Requirements
This includes customer-specified resistances such as temperature, moisture, or solvent exposure, mechanical needs like flexibility or abrasion resistance, safety standards such as fire behavior and the absence of harmful substances, and optical properties like colorfastness, transparency, or reflectivity.
Diverse Material Options
Each material has specific properties, and ideally, the selected material will meet all the required label characteristics. Commonly used labeling materials include polyester, polyimide, vinyl, aluminum, and acrylic, often combined with specific adhesives.
Testing and Prototyping
During the sampling process, prototypes are created with selected materials and tested under real-world conditions to assess their suitability. If needed, these materials are further developed. This process helps identify potential issues early and ensures smooth production later.
Years of Experience with Specialty Materials
We have valuable insights into the latest material developments and deep knowledge of specific product properties. Our extensive experience with specialty materials and their combinations offers information that cannot be easily found in general data sheets.
Sustainability and Compliance in Labeling Products
When choosing the right labeling material, it’s important to consider the entire lifecycle of the end product, as this has a significant impact on environmental and compliance aspects. There may be alternative materials that offer advantages in recycling or are more environmentally friendly while still meeting legal requirements and product specifications. As an experienced label manufacturer, we are your trusted partner for these considerations.
Cost-Benefit Analysis
The cost of various material options should be compared based on their performance and compatibility with the required properties. A high-quality material may ultimately be more cost-effective due to its durability, lasting legibility, and strong adhesive properties compared to a cheaper alternative.
As a certified label manufacturer with years of experience, we are experts in legal regulations, standards, and compliance related to labeling materials. We can help you find the right material combination and the best manufacturing process for your application. Robos-labels has a versatile, modern machinery park with various printing and finishing techniques.
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