Label Connections Ltd. Technical information

March 2007

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of self-adhesive labels

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Technical information to ensure the best from our labels The information behind our label ranges. The colours and specification of the face material, the adhesives, and the backing that goes behind our label stock. Combine this with printing information from traditional to modern digital presses, and hints and tips on how to print and use, will ensure a successful project. Materials With over 30 standard materials to choose from; white coated and uncoated papers, colours, fluorescents, gold, silver, polyesters and various adhesive types you can mix and match most materials and formats to give over 5000 label options. Individual product specification sheets. These contain a full description of the face material, backing and adhesives available. they also include full printing information and list the availability in our range of products. Material Guide page links to the individual product specifications Material Guide (PDF 46kb)		PDF Templates From each label range listing are links to individual PDF format templates. These can be imported into graphics based programmes and provide both the visual and dimensional information to ensure accurate placement of artwork. Import the pdf into the graphics programme and save it as a dedicated layer. Perform all artwork on new layers. Check the register between artwork and label position by proof printing all layers. Then turn off the print option for the template layer for final output. Word label setup (PDF guide 665kb) Primarily for the PCL™ and Digital Office ranges a straightforward guide covering all the steps necessary to quickly and effectivly setup a template for Microsoft Word. Printing Guidelines Covering the main printing methods from traditional litho through to modern high-speed digital. Specialist printing advice for example - ink recommendations for litho printing polyesters, optimum machine settings and specific printing press information. A selection includes: Kodak NexPress (PDF 112kb) Canon (PDF 114kb) Xerox (PDF 85kb) HP Indigo (PDF 464kb) Konica Minolta (PDF 31kb) Litho (PDF 80kb) Laser & Copier (PDF 215kb) Multiple process printing (PDF 420kb) How to ... A growing range of focussed practical ways to improve your experience when using our labels. If you have an experience you wish to share with us or need some more information about using labels please contact us. See HOW TO ...* below for three examples*

HOW TO ...

An increasing PDF library of hints and tips to improve your label experience.
If you have a contribution contact us.

'Knocking-up' self adhesive labels (1192kb)

Do NOT overbend the sheets as this may loosen labels.

Guillotining self adhesive sheets (23kb)

Cut less that 100 sheets per stack ensuring the blade is clean and sharp.

Polyester Flip (PDF 1112kb)

The easiest way to get air into a stack of polyester sheets is to do the Polyester Flip!

TIPS

White Material

Ensure the correct 'white' is chosen for your single or multiple printing requirements.

White (Uncoated)

Machine Coated (Gloss & Silk)

Opaque White

Gloss White (Cast Coated)

NEWS

PCL3-4545 45 x 45mm

Now available in full sheets or die cut labels in our PCL™, Digital Office and PCL3 Digital® ranges this excellent synthetic material can be printed by litho, laser or HP Indigo processes. The marine grade adhesive is approved under BS5609 specification for hazardous drum labelling and makes the material a natural choice for harsh environments where durability and waterproofness are required.

Silver Polyester

Available as full sheets or die cut labels in our PCL™, Digital Office and SRA3 ranges. Printable by litho (using fully oxidising inks) laser and copier the excellent permanent adhesive makes the product ideal for harsh environments.

For more information on these products or any of our other materials please contact us or your local stockist merchant.

PCL, PCL3 Digital, PCL3, Digital3, Digital Office, UltraJet and UltraLaser are trademarks of Label Connections Ltd. All other trademarks and trading names are recognised and do not infer recommendation or authorisation of Label Connections Ltd or its products by any third party. PCL labels are patented GB2286176.
All information on this site is given in good faith, however we cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Template files for label layouts are provided for use with PCL, PCL3 Digital, A4+ and Digital Office Label ranges manufactured by Label Connections Ltd.

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