How does in mold labeling work?

In-mold labeling is a process in which manufacturers place a pre-printed polypropylene label in the mold of the packaging during the manufacturing process. Hence, when the mold gives shape to the plastic packaging, it also adds the labeling to the packaging.

What is in-Mould labels IML?

In-Mould Labels (IML) are plastic labels that are printed then applied to the product during the manufacturing of containers by blow moulding or injection moulding.

How are in mold labels made?

In-mould labelling is the use of paper or plastic labels during the manufacturing of containers by blow molding, injection molding, or thermoforming processes. The label serves as the integral part of the final product, which is then delivered as pre-decorated item.

What is IML system?

IML (In Mold Labeling) is the technical process of labelling the product during the injection cycle. The IML system is superior to the classical method in terms of design flexibility and productivity, which ensures multiple-colouring, effect, texture, time and saving benefits.

How are IML labels made?

The term “in mold labeling” (IML) is directly derived from the technique: a preprinted polypropylene (PP) label is placed in a mold that has the shape of the end product, e.g. the shape of a butter tub. Then the molten PP is added to the mold, fuses with the label and -while curing- takes the shape of the mold.

What is IML material?

What is IML? IML is short for in-mold labeling, the most premium decoration option in the rigid plastic packaging industry. HERE’S HOW IT WORKS. The graphics are pre-printed onto a thin layer of polypropylene, the same material as the container.

What is IML print?

Print. The term “in mold labeling” (IML) is directly derived from the technique: a preprinted polypropylene (PP) label is placed in a mold that has the shape of the end product, e.g. the shape of a butter tub. Then the molten PP is added to the mold, fuses with the label and -while curing- takes the shape of the mold.

How IML labels are made?

What is IML injection Moulding?

IML for injection molding means that the decoration of the product takes place in the mold. An IML label is inserted into the mold. During the injection process, the injected molten polymer fuses with the in mold label. The end result is a decorated packaging part, produced in one step.

What is a shrink sleeve?

Shrink sleeves are a specific type of product label that is essentially heat-wrapped around an entire product, such as a bottle or can. These labels completely and seamlessly conform to the shape of the product or container. Most often, shrink sleeve labels are made of a polyester or plastic film material.

Are IML containers recyclable?

At IML Containers, we take our commitment to the environment seriously. All of our containers, including the labeling, are 100% recyclable. IML Containers also has an internal ecosystem to reuse and recycle energy and production waste. To increase support for our sustainability programs, this is how we do it.

What are IML containers?

IML is an abbreviation for in-mold label. Therefore, IML packaging refers to packages that contains in-mold labels instead of plastic ones.