Durable Goods: Blank Emission Decals & Thermal Ribbons
An emission label/decal is an important product component that allows U.S. Customs Inspectors and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) to verify that a product meets all necessary regulatory requirements. This label is used to describe the emissions that are created as a by-product of manufacturing, transporting, or disposing of a consumer product. Not only are […]
Implementing G.H.S.
The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals is an international standard for identifying hazards. Using common pictograms, signal words, and hazard statements; governments and companies are anticipating GHS will increase the well being of human health and the environment while reducing unnecessary testing and regulatory development for countries without systems. In […]
Personal Care Labels & Packaging Made Simple
Most purchasing decisions are made within 10-20 seconds. With an ever-growing selection of goods in the personal care aisle, what are you doing to ensure your product is the one purchased? Follow the Leader The latest trends in personal care revolve around simplicity. A focus on minimally designed labels and environmentally friendly packaging materials are […]
Shrink Sleeve Trends
Shrink continues to grow! Use of Shrink-sleeve labeling is poised to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2% until 2025.* It’s a cost-effective way to decorate complex shaped packaging, and utilizes the full 360° of the container. Shrink sleeves add a lot of shelf impact to brand packaging. So what are the […]
Sustainable Packaging: Why Is It Important?
Whether you’re walking the floor at an industry trade show, or sitting face-to-face with a high-level decision maker from a large retailer, the topic of sustainable packaging will be discussed as the “go-green” initiative is gaining momentum. With mounting pressure from consumers, and the fear of future government regulations or outright bans of certain packaging, […]
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Can Label Design: Communicating Product & Package Sustainability
Aluminum cans have become a container of choice among beverage producers, especially canned wine, craft beer, and ready-to-drink cocktails. Aluminum cans have a long, unique life cycle that’s relatively sustainable, but there’s a lot to think about when creating can labels to make sure this remains true. Aluminum Can Recycling is Good for the Environment […]
Forget the Flat: Take Your Label Designs into 3D
When we talk about labels, the way they look is the first thing that springs to mind. We need our labels to stand out, pop, attract as many eyeballs as possible—in short, complement our packaging and support our sales. However, there is more than just how a label looks. Tactile feel also plays an important […]
What Influences Custom Label Costs & How to Budget Appropriately
As a producer of packaged goods, you’re definitely familiar with calculating the cost of everything that goes into manufacturing and selling your product. There are often dozens of tiny costs that add up, from labor and materials of manufacturing the product itself to packaging, labeling, and marketing. Out of these, let’s talk about the cost […]
