SPECIALIZED FLEXIBLE PACKAGING SOLUTIONS
We design wrap-around labels by applying the same technical and print quality standards used in our flexible packaging portfolio to specialized application solutions.
Ultra-lightweight single-layer and double-layer wrap-around labels, pre-adhesive without hot melt
Technical support from the specification phase through production
Labels are applications that require flexible materials with specific technical requirements that go beyond those of conventional primary packaging. In these applications, precision in material specification is just as critical as in any other packaging: a label that peels off, loses adhesion, or fails to perform can directly affect the product’s presentation, identification, and the user experience.
Litoplas applies the same technical rigor from its flexible packaging portfolio to these specialized solutions, developing materials tailored to each application with a focus on performance, print quality, and production efficiency.
Each specialized solution has its own technical challenges that define the material requirements:
A wrap-around label must adhere evenly and permanently to the container, withstand moisture in the refrigerated section (if applicable), and be compatible with the labeling machine’s speed without causing stoppages or misalignments. The weight of the material directly affects the application speed and the logistics cost per labeled unit.
Labels serve as platforms for brand communication at the point of sale and at the moment of use. Color accuracy, print sharpness, and consistency across batches are factors that directly impact the perception of the brand’s quality.
Each specialized solution has different technical requirements. Here are the solutions that Litoplas develops for each one:
Litoplas wrap-around labels are designed for high-speed labeling machines that do not require hot melt, simplifying the labeling process and reducing the line’s energy consumption. The pre-glued material eliminates the need for hot melt on the labeling machine, which has a direct impact on equipment maintenance and line cleanup.
Single-layer wrap-around label:
– Ultra-low weight, high strength single-layer solution for high-speed labelers, with lower cost per labeled unit and higher yield per label roll.
– Pre-adhesive labels for non-hot-melt labelers, compatible with beverage, dairy, and personal care product lines.
Two-layer wrap-around label:
– Ultra-lightweight, high-strength two-layer solution for applications requiring greater label rigidity or larger printable areas with premium finishes.
– Pre-adhesive labels for non-hot-melt labelers with improved performance in refrigerated applications where humidity can affect the adhesion of conventional labels.
Specialized solutions offer specific opportunities to advance sustainability, which Litoplas is actively pursuing:
Lightweight Single-Layer LabelsUltra-lightweight single-layer wrap-around labels inherently reduce material consumption per labeled unit compared to conventional labels with a higher grammage. Less material per unit translates to a smaller plastic footprint per distributed product.
Eliminating Hot-Melt in LabelingPre-adhesive labels without hot melt eliminate the use of hot glue in the labeling machine, reducing the line’s energy consumption and eliminating an industrial waste product that, in conventional systems, requires specific cleaning and disposal procedures.
Pre-glued labels eliminate the need to apply hot glue on the production line, reducing maintenance and downtime associated with the hot-melt system. In addition, they ensure more consistent adhesion by applying the adhesive under controlled conditions.
Yes. Double-layer wrap-around labels can offer better performance on refrigerated products, where condensation and temperature fluctuations can affect adhesion.
The selection depends on the type of container, the surface, the temperature, the humidity, and the storage conditions. Adhesion, mechanical strength, and print quality must also be evaluated.
Adhesion depends on the adhesive, the label material, the surface of the container, and the application conditions. Temperature, humidity, and condensation can directly affect its performance.
Our technical team can assist you with material specification, compatibility validation, and the development of the right solution for your process and product.
