Production Capabilities - In-Mould Labelling (IML)

In-Mould Labelling

In-Mould labelling (otherwise known as IML) is a cost effective way of decorating tubs, containers and lids. Supplied either off the reel or as a cut and stack label typically applied to injection and blow-moulded plastic packaging.

There are a variety of uses and benefits to this label type which include;

The benefits

• Low cost
• Reduce container weight
• High quality graphics. All sides can be decorated from one label.
• Resist humidity – ideal for refrigerated or frozen products.
• Fully recyclable – package and label produced from the same material.
• High print quality
• Gloss or mottled surface
  
• No adhesion issues

Capabilities 

Our off-line inmould label converters are capable of producing over 20 million square metres of material per annum. Housed in our Runcorn site in two specially conditioned rooms in-mould labels can be produced on a range of substrates with various ink and varnish combinations to achieve the desired finish.

A pre-supply visit is recommended to establish the process and application compatibility. To arrange an informal meeting or request further information please contact us