Labeltronix :: Quick Reference Guide

Label Process: Your Labeltronix Quick Reference Guide

>> By Robin K., Pre-Press Specialist

You can help us create the highest quality labels for your needs. To walk you through the process, we share these tips:

1. Measure
You’ll need to measure the container on which your label is going to be applied, so we can determine the size of the label required. Tip: To measure curved bottles, jars, etc., photocopy a ruler and wrap it around the container to determine label length.

2. Choose a Die
Once you’ve figured out the size of your label, you’ll need to choose a die to cut the shape of your label. Labeltronix has over 800 label dies in inventory (view die library by logging in), but if you’d like something unique, we can create a custom die.

3. Choose a Material
Selecting the right label material is essential. If the wrong material is chosen, your label may wrinkle, not adhere properly, or even come off. Here are a few basic questions that we use as guides to the best label material.

Will the label get wet?
Will the label be in direct sunlight?
Will the label be applied while your product is frozen?

4. Artwork
Label artwork sells your product. You’ve probably given your label design a lot of thought, and you may have your label artwork finalized. If your artwork is ready, upload your artwork onto our website (you will need to be logged in). Our Art Department will review your label artwork and make sure it’s ready for press. Please see our Artwork Guidelines. If you don’t have a label design just yet, we can gladly help or refer you to our outside graphic design team.

5. Approve & Print
After our Pre-Press Department has prepared your label art, we’ll send you a PDF proof. This is the last chance for review before your labels are printed, so you’ll need to thoroughly check your PDF proof for all errors. A brief general checklist includes:

Artwork Layout
Material
Finish
Roll Configuration

We want your label to be perfect! If something’s not right, don’t worry – Revisions can be made at this time. When your label is 100% correct, give us your approval and it’s off to the presses! Rest assured that the Labeltronix commitment to quality doesn’t end here. After your labels come off the press, our Press Team checks the color, size, and material are all correct. Once your labels have passed our thorough inspection, we’ll wind them to your specified number of labels per roll, package them up, and ship them to you!