What is label stock and what is it used for?
Label stock and facestock can also be used to describe rolls of blank labels with a PSA and liner, which are used by printers. Please Contact Us to find out more about using Dunmore label stock or facestock for your applications.
What is the difference between label stock and facestock?
In the label industry the term facestock and label stock are used interchangeably. Dunmore provides the base film material used in the production of labels. Label stock and facestock can also be used to describe rolls of blank labels with a PSA and liner, which are used by printers.
What are the different types of paper stock for labels and stickers?
We offer several types of paper stock for labels and stickers, each with their own distinct characteristics and practical applications. White BOPP label is a gloss laminated white polypropylene self-adhesive label. This paper stock is perfect for products that are usually exposed to water, oil, moisture or refrigeration.
What is Teslin label stock?
PPG TESLIN® label stock combines the inherent durability and security of Teslin substrate with high-quality adhesives and liner materials to meet a wide variety of application needs.
What is label material?
Label materials are blank film, paper or other backing used for the display of printing, lithographing, embossing, hot stamping, stickers, seals, or other written, printed or graphic matter.
What kind of paper is label paper?
A label paper is a type of paper (usually coated) that can be printed using offset and flexographic printing techniques. As its name suggests, label paper is used to print labels.
What is label paper made of?
Clear or White Polypropylene It's usually available in clear or white with a gloss or matte finish.
What is PET label material?
Polyester Labels Also known as PET (polyethylene terephthalate) and Mylar. Polyester is light weight, semi-rigid with excellent moisture barrier properties and comes in a wide range of adhesives. A great material when durability and a long life matters.
What is label sheet?
Sheet labels are the label version of printer paper. They're intended for use with inkjet and laser printers. Sheet labels come in the traditional 8.5" x 11" paper size, as well as in large format configurations: 8.5" x 14", 11" x 17", and 12" x 18".
How many types of labels are there?
There are four distinct forms of labelling.
What are labels used for?
Labels may be used for any combination of identification, information, warning, instructions for use, environmental advice or advertising. They may be stickers, permanent or temporary labels or printed packaging.
What is white BOPP stock?
White BOPP labels are made with polypropylene material and have a permanent adhesive. It is impervious to water and oils, and is particularly suitable for bath and body products, as well as food and beverage products.
How are labels produced?
The thermal transfer process creates labels by running a wax or resin-based ribbon through a printer and using heat to melt this “ink” ribbon onto a medium such as paper or vinyl tape in a specific pattern in order to produce an image.
Is PE and PET the same?
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is often used for water and gas barrier and mechanical strength, while polyethylene (PE) is often used because of its excellent sealing properties, water barrier properties and low-temperature performance.
Is Bopp same as PET?
What is the difference between polypropylene (BOPP) and polyester (PET)? BOPP is biaxially oriented polypropylene and PET is polyester. Self-wound BOPP is generally used to provide label protection for the ink and substrate and enhance the look with a gloss or matte appearance.
What is PVC label?
PVC labels are the special tags for clothing; they are usually sewn on the clothing, hats, shoes, canvas covers, bags and sweatshirts to promote the brand image. PVC label is made of soft PVC rubber, is very valuable for clothes.
What is label stock?
Dunmore provides the base film material used in the production of labels. Label stock and facestock can also be used to describe rolls of blank labels with a PSA and liner, which are used by printers.
What is Dunmore label film?
Dunmore label films have become the standard for high-end prime labeling applications when commodity films just won’t do. Dunmore's value-added capabilities enhance raw facestock films to give them better printability, shelf appeal and performance.
What is a metallic label?
It is made with polypropylene self-adhesive label with a silver metallic look. It is suitable for products exposed to water, oil, moisture, or refrigeration. It comes with gloss or matte protective lamination.
What is a BOPP label?
White BOPP label is a gloss laminated white polypropylene self-adhesive label. This paper stock is perfect for products that are usually exposed to water, oil, moisture or refrigeration. The material has a subtle pearly white finish and is tear-proof, waterproof, and resistant to oil. Unfortunately, it’s not ideal for writing on.
What type of paper is used for no label?
For a transparent, “no label” look, you should use our Clear BOPP Label paper stock. It is made with gloss laminated clear polypropylene that is ideal for products exposed to water, oil, moisture or refrigeration. White ink may be applied underneath all areas for a solid opaque color. Similarly, this label is not ideal for writing on.
What is white vinyl?
White Vinyl (Outdoor/Indoor) White Vinyl is our thickest and most durable sticker material highly recommended for products that require outdoor exposure. It’s made of UV-resistant gloss laminated vinyl self-adhesive label. It’s not ideal for writing on though, so consider that when choosing this material.
What is label face stock?
A label face stock, also known as the label substrate, is the front side of the label where the inks are placed. Label face stocks fall into two main categories: paper labels and film labels.
What is a film label?
Film labels are made from plastic or synthetic material. Through our partnership with UPM Raflatac, Hub Labels is also able to offer a clear film made of wood. Film Labels are best suited in the food industry, health and beauty, beverage market or for any surface that risks moisture exposure.
What is a label liner?
Label liner is an important part of a pressure sensitive label. Also known as backing paper, the label liner is what carries the label to the product applicator and protects the label prior to application. For different types of products and application methods, we will recommend a liner best suited for your label application process.
What is FDA compliant label?
FDA food compliant labels are face stocks that come in contact with food and meet FDA regulations. See our FDA guide available for download. We must know if your label comes in direct contact with food so we can properly advise you on your label options.
What is a magnetic label?
Magnet labels are made with paper or film and have a flexible magnet on the bottom layer of the label. Magnetic labels are very thick and can produce more waste than a typical label run.
What is static cling?
Static cling labels are made of PVC vinyl film face stock and are perfect for smooth surfaces, such as glass. These unique labels do not have an adhesive and are usually quite thick at 6 mil thickness. They typically use a heavy liner and are considered a premium piece in the direct mail space because of the soft touch feel of the material. Due to static cling’s properties, it is not considered environmentally friendly. In response to this, Hub Labels has identified a lite-tack window cling BOPP material that is 2 mil thick, clear with an ultra-removable adhesive and a thinner liner.
What are tag labels made of?
Tag labels. Tag labels are made out of paper and are most commonly used in the retail industry or in an unsupported market that does not see a huge demand. Tag labels are usually quite thick at 70mm.
