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Printing Norms for Flexible Packaging

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The lifeline of the food & beverages industry, flexible packaging is the reason behind the remarkable shelf life & storage ease. From stand-up/lay-down to sealable zip-lock pouches, the various forms of packaging are nothing less than a milestone innovation. This packaging solution, where one side has a recyclable nature, also tremendously reduces the chances of food spoilage. Apart from the unbeatable functional values, it has an equal capability to offer an aesthetic look too packed products. Cosmo Films understand that while competing in a customer-centric market, packaging demands a lot more in the shape of user-friendliness, quality, brand identification, and more. Thus it's not only about the right packaging material but the right printing process.      Scroll down to know about those printing techniques in the next segment of the article. Printing Tactics   Flexography The widely used printing technology utilizes flexible relief plates rather t...

In Mould Label Films : Definition, Benefits and Applications

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In-mould label (IML) term is directly taken from the technique of preparing labels for product moulds or containers. These films are pre-printed polypropylene labels that take the shape of the container after injecting it to mould.  It can perform mould labelling used for plastic or paper during manufacturing product containers and via three processes. Blow moulding  Inject moulding  Thermoforming  In this article, we will discuss Inject moulding , as it is a widely used one.  Inject Moulding IML As the name suggests itself, the heated molten plastic is injected into the mould, which takes the shape of the container after cooling. In simple words, the outer decoration of the product takes place itself, plus the plastic polymers fuse with mould and are part of the product container. In-moulding labeling is a phenomenal technology that has design flexibility and productivity advantages over traditional post-labeling methods. Distinct textures, designs, colors, an...

COSMO SYNTHETIC PAPER : PRINTING GUIDANCE FOR BEST RESULTS

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To create the best replacement for pulp-based paper, Cosmo Films’ experts have come up with Cosmo Synthetic paper . Its exceptional printability, non-tearablility and moisture & chemical resistance make it the foremost business choice today. CSP is best suited for diverse printing technologies such as UV Offset, Thermal Transfer, Screen, Conventional Offset, Water-based Flexo printing, UV Flexo printing,   HP Indigo,   Letterpress, UV Inkjet & HP Latex printing and selective Laser Print technologies.  Here are the printing recommendations for CSP:  Printing Recommendations*  1. Off-set Printing   While using Offset printing for CSP, some extra care is required than wood-pulp paper. With normal paper, the ink dries by oxidation and absorption, but when it comes to CSP, it can only dry through surface oxidation. Furthermore, the process can take a little longer or users could face ink set-off issues if it does not dry properly. Precautions to avoid ...

Cosmo Films Packaging Collection: Meet the Leading BOPP Films Manufacturer

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  The food packaging industry is growing largely and steadily under the influence of urbanization, demographic changes, and healthcare necessities. This is also due to the rise in the demand for packed food for commercial as well as household use. In such a scenario, compared to other packaging, consumers have shown a bent towards plastic packaging, especially flexible packaging which is lightweight & handy. From big to small manufacturers, both find its format and budget to be a fit solution in Packaging Films . Moreover, the everyday innovations in the packaging industry, such as better barrier properties, recyclable enhancement, lighter packaging, less environmental threats, have boosted it to a hefty growth. The plastic packaging market is favoring flexible solutions rather than rigid plastic materials. And the reason behind it is the various advantages such as cost-effectiveness, convenience, greater visual appeal, handiness, and easy disposal. At Cosmo Films, we are the g...

Cosmo Synthetic Paper - A Durable Eco-Friendly Solution

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   From population explosion to deforestation, we are traveling to a world full of unimaginable climate changes, diseases, starvation, and pollution. For example, the massive use of paper causing deforestation has increased carbon dioxide concentration and everything that was voiced beforehand. In such wise, as a Global Leader of  Flexible Packaging Films , we have engineered Cosmo Synthetic Paper ( CSP ) to fix up the ecological balance.  Our Synthetic Paper is a perfect solution for environmental issues such as deforestation for the production of conventional paper and serves as a durable substitute. Cosmo Films believes that merely imposing a ban is not a solution, but finding a relevant replacement is. This eco-friendly replacement of paper is a co-extruded, white opaque, polypropylene-based film that involves zero cutting down of trees.    Let us now see some of its features   Made from synthetic resin it does not tear.  Excellent foldin...