Labels are converted (manufactured) from large rolls of
material. This material, which is specified according to usage needs, is
fed thorough a web press where ink(s) and features may be applied.
In this photo, a press is applying ink and removing waste
material (strip-out).
This photo shows a close up of the waste material
(strip-out) being removed and wound for disposal.
The strip-out is the waste created as a result of the die cutting
process which creates the individual label.
Inks may be applied, perforations added and strip-out
removed all in one operation.
This photo shows a rewinder. This equipment may be used to
slit a large roll, after converted, into smaller rolls that will fit an
end user's need.
This equipment is creating fan folded finished product.