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Flexible product packaging has become an increasingly popular method across many industries. Flexible packaging is perhaps most common in the food industry, as it allows the manufacturer to provide the highest possible volume of products per package. Flexible packaging can be created from a variety of materials, the most common being plastic, paper, and foil, and can take on a number of different forms, from bags to pouches to sleeves to wraps. Though the shape and size of flexible packaging may change from product to product, the practices used to develop such packaging often remain the same. Indeed, most manufacturing companies adhere to the same practices when developing flexible product packaging. This guide explores some of the best practices in flexible package development and the importance of adhering to such practices, regardless of industry. Read More »

Before a product hits the shelves, there are many marketing and design elements that need to be carefully considered. One such element is the design of the product label. Though the design of a product label may not seem to influence consumer purchasing patterns outright, it can indeed have a significant impact on the overall success of a product. As such, it’s crucial that companies carefully consider the design of their product labels when building a marketing strategy. Even seemingly small alterations in the design of a product label can have a large impact on the effectiveness of a marketing campaign. This guide explores how labels can impact your marketing efforts and the influence that a good product label can have on consumer purchasing behaviors. Read More »

Designing the label for a household cleaning product is extremely important, not only from a marketing standpoint but also from a safety standpoint. The label on such products should not only catch the eye of consumers but should also ensure they’re well aware of the materials and chemicals used to create the product. As such, there can be quite a fine line between style and substance when designing the label. Allow the following tips for designing labels for household cleaning products to serve as a guidebook to creating labels that are equally informative and eye-catching. Read More »

Many industries work with hazardous waste on a daily basis. Medical, waste, manufacturing, and many more industries produce different kinds of hazardous waste daily. All these industries are responsible for the safe and legal disposal of their hazardous waste. The disposal of hazardous waste is well-regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency, and not following those regulations can result in large fines. Improperly labeling waste can put anyone who encounters it in danger and can lead to larger consequences. Check out this guide with tips for properly labeling hazardous waste containers. Read More »

The CBD product business is booming right now. It’s an industry that’s new and exciting for business owners. The industry’s newness, however, presents one of the challenges of owning your own CBD product business. Within all new industries—CBD products especially—rules and regulations change often. The government is still learning how to best regulate these products and keep consumers well informed. Proper labeling is one way to keep consumers informed. Check out this guide on the most common mistakes made on CBD labels so you can avoid these pitfalls. Read More »

Many industries need ways to properly label their products that have higher exposures to moisture, such as frozen, refrigerated or chemical products. Oftentimes, these products require labeling, but any standard label material may still bleed or otherwise become ruined by water damage. Water contact is a common occurrence, but it shouldn’t have to ruin your labels. Learn about how to make your labels waterproof with this guide. Read More »

As consumers, we often don’t think much about the work that goes into making our favorite products. However, the process to perfect every aspect of a product is often quite intensive and requires a significant amount of planning on behalf of the manufacturing company. Designing and creating the label for a product is one such element that must be perfected by the company. Several popular methods are frequently used to label products. In order to choose the right printing method for their product labels, manufacturers must first familiarize themselves with how industrial label printers work. There are two main types of industrial label printers, thermal and non-thermal, each with their own set of advantages and applications. This guide offers a more in-depth look at the processes used by each type of label printer. Read More »

Technology is advancing quickly. Often, it can feel difficult to keep up with at times. Even technology that is built to last has an expiration date, and your label printer is no exception to this. There are some signs that it’s time to replace your label printer that you should look out for. Read More »

No matter what industry you’re in, chances are you need labels at least sometimes. If you sell a product, especially anything medical, food-related, or well-regulated, you need labels to not only meet regulatory requirements, but to inform your customers of what they’re getting from your product. Ordering labels can be a stressful task that requires a lot of upkeep and diligence. Outsourcing printed labels requires upfront costs such as setup charges and shipping costs. Printing your own labels is an option for your business that could save you time and stress while maintaining a great return on investment. Check out the main benefits of printing your own labels. Read More »

It’s easy to imagine that each ink type is fundamentally the same, but there are actually quite a few differences many people don’t yet know about. While there are many types of ink used in each individual label printer, two of the main types are pigment inks and dye inks. These essentially do the same job, but there are several key differences. Check out the main differences between pigment inks and dye inks in this helpful guide. Read More »