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Label printing, in plain words.
Practical guides on materials, finishes, compliance and how to brief a label project right.
Industries29 Sept 2026 · 8 min read
Warranty and service labels for car workshops
Oil, degreaser, engine bay heat and gloved hands. Which stock and adhesive keep a label legible after a year in the workshop.
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Operations17 Sept 2026 · 8 min read
Labels for an online shop: barcodes and returns
In an online shop the label keeps stock clean, packaging coherent and returns under control. How to tie all three without expensive software.
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Industries08 Sept 2026 · 8 min read
Cosmetics labels: what the law asks and what the shelf asks
A massage oil or a cream sells through its label and gets blocked at inspection through it too. How to fit mandatory copy into a design that works.
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Technical06 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
Freezer-resistant labels: what survives -25 °C
Freezer, fridge or condensation? The adhesive decides, not the face stock. Practical guide on application temperature, humidity and common mistakes.
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Prepress06 Aug 2026 · 5 min read
Bleed and safe area on labels: the 2 mm that saves a run
What bleed means, how much to leave and how to check the safe area before sending.
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Technical06 Aug 2026 · 5 min read
Roll labels vs sheet labels: how to choose
The difference isn't cost, it's application speed and storage. A guide by volume, application method and multi-SKU needs.
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Industries06 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
Labels for handmade soap and candles
Essential oils, warm wax, bathroom humidity. Three environments that destroy an ordinary label. Which stock and finish hold up.
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Finishes29 Jul 2026 · 5 min read
Matte vs gloss lamination: how to choose
Matte for premium feel and legibility, gloss for vivid colour and bright shelves. The real differences in protection, look and foil compatibility.
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Technical22 Jul 2026 · 5 min read
Winding direction for automatic label applicators
The wrong winding direction stops the bottling line. The eight standard options, core size, max diameter and what to tell us in the brief.
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Artwork prep15 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
Print-ready label artwork: the complete checklist
Bleed, safe zone, CMYK, outlined fonts, die line. The checklist that shortens the path from file to print approval.
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Technical08 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
QR code labels and batch traceability
QR codes that actually scan, variable batch data and unique numbering. What to prepare in the file and what we handle in production.
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Technical25 Jun 2026 · 4 min read
How big a roll label can be
Label format is set to your spec. Practical guide for large, wrap-around and combined labels.
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Compliance20 Jun 2026 · 5 min read
FDA food-contact certified toner for food labels: what it actually means
Few RO print houses run FDA food-contact certified toner. We explain what it means, when it matters, and why it's relevant for EU export.
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Materials15 Jun 2026 · 6 min read
What material to choose for wine labels that go in the ice bucket
Textured paper fails under condensation, PP looks industrial without good finishing. A practical guide with combos that survive the ice bucket.
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Cosmetic labels: how to get water, oil and friction resistance
Materials, laminations and adhesives that hold on shower bottles, perfumes and oils. EU compliance and tailored technical guidance.
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Technology22 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
Digital LED vs offset printing for labels: when to pick which
Honest comparison between the two technologies: colour quality, delivery speed, consistency and design flexibility.
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Materials18 Apr 2026 · 8 min read
PP vs PE vs paper: the complete label material guide
Three material families, three different behaviours under water, friction, freezer and UV. Comparison table and recommendations by industry.
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Materials12 Apr 2026 · 7 min read
How to choose the right material for a wine label
Textured paper, clear PP or premium felt? A practical guide by budget, wine style and compatible finishes.
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