01 / Material selection
Water-based inkjet
Print-receptive paper and film for water-based inks. Compare the face coating, adhesive and liner.
- Ink-receptive surface
- Dye or pigment ink
- Label roll format
Print compatibility
Label materials for your printing process
Choose your print route, then compare the labelstock surface, adhesive and liner.
02 / Material selection
UV inkjet
UV inkjet labelstock for process-specific trials. Review ink anchorage, curing and the finished label.
- Printable surface
- Ink and curing system
- Finishing requirements
03 / Material selection
Laser / dry toner
Paper and film labelstock selected for the press, heat exposure and feed path.
- Press and toner system
- Full construction
- Sheet or roll format
04 / Material selection
HP Indigo
Start with the exact press and the material’s surface treatment. Confirm the selected construction in a print trial.
- Press model
- Surface / primer
- Adhesive and liner
05 / Material selection
Flexographic & conventional
Choose the paper or film together with the ink system, adhesive, liner and converting requirements.
- Face and ink system
- Adhesive and liner
- Die-cutting and finishing
Before a print trial
Check the printed label, not just the film.
Record the press, ink system, curing or drying settings, and any varnish or lamination. Use a representative label and application surface when comparing samples.
Material enquiry
Let’s talk about your label requirements.
Material family or current constructionApplication surface and service conditionsPrint and converting requirements, if relevantSample, quotation or technical advice