When it comes to your small pack proposition, there are a wealth of substrates, finishes and films that can make your branding pop and jump out from the bottle shop shelf and into the hands of the thirsty consumer.
The team at Label Apeel, the Leicestershire-based label printers, have launched beerlabel.co.uk. A new website aimed at brewers who are looking for flexibility and speed at a competitive price when it comes to printing labels.
Offering a short-run label service to the beer industry, customers can order exactly what they need for each beer, reducing waste and increasing efficiencies.
All the labels available via the new website will be printed digitally removing the origination costs and instead offering a quick set-up time that benefits orders from 250 up to 30,000 labels.
James Rowe, business development manager at Label Apeel, explained the thinking behind the new digital offering from the multi-award-winning label printers.
“We spotted the need for fast turnaround, low-cost labels for craft ales and beers and jumped on it. The service we’re offering from beerlabel.co.uk is a send-it-print-it policy. There is no need for quoting, as prices will be all provided upfront so breweries can identify what they need to order to hit price points to make it work for them and keep costs down.”
Customers of beerlabel.co.uk will benefit from the expert industry knowledge of the Label Apeel team garnered over 15 years working with brands including Everards Brewery, Freedom Brewery and Holdens Brewery.
“The trends we’re seeing amongst brewers is that they’re wanting to keep costs down and so are stepping away from foiling and expensive finishes and instead using digital print and strong imagery to showcase their brand’s messaging. They’re wanting to focus on the speed of delivery of the labels and the flexibility to order just what they need – which is exactly what beerlabel.co.uk offers,” finished Rowe.
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Sustainable digital print and finishing for self adhesive roll labels and films for food and beverage brands. Root Sustainable Labels is a second generation family business that has grown from its parent company KCS Print. Root offers its blend of expertise, experience and innovation to brands that pour their heart and soul into creating products and understand that the labelling is a key component to convey their story to their customers.
They use the latest press technology which they said not only keeps them at the top of their game but it also significantly reduces both setup waste and energy consumption and helps in controlling costs to their customers.
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CS Labels manufactures digital labels for delivery all over the UK and also ships worldwide. Operating from its purpose-built site in Wolverhampton, their production site is filled with the latest digital print and bespoke conversion technology to deliver award-winning label solutions. They manufacture Labels From the standard and functional, vibrant and eye-catching, to high end embellished labels (and everything in between), their labels aren’t just labels, they can be the best communication tools for your products, explained the company.
They champion the best in digital capabilities and provide solutions to your marketing requirements. They said that innovation is always at the top of their agenda and are constantly evolving their products and processes in a way that truly differentiates us from its competitors.
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PakTech is a designer and manufacturer of 100% recyclable injection molded handles made from 100% recycled HDPE for the food, beverage, and consumer goods industries. Founded in 1991, PakTech said it’s an industry leader in using recycled HDPE plastic to create 100% recyclable packaging handles and automated application equipment. Headquartered in Eugene, Oregon, The company is a full-service company that specializes in creating injection molded handles for multi-packing products. The makes it easy for consumers to grab, carry, and release multiple products using a simple, minimal, 100% recyclable handle.
They have has been serving established corporations to start-up food, beverage, and consumer goods manufacturers with recycled handles and equipment for over two decades. Products we multi-pack include: soft drinks, beer, wine, cider, kombucha, craft cocktails, coffee, juice, water, cleaning supplies, health and beauty products and their portfolio is growing every day. PakTech said it is here to help you with excellent service whether you want your product in bulk stores or you’re trying to get your craft beverage company off the ground.
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Mercian Labels is an “award-winning designer and manufacturer” of self adhesive labels since 1969. They said businesses choose them because we care about your goals, consistently delivering superb service in industry-beating lead times. Their technical specialities are in digital labelling, 8 colour UV flexo, screenprint, high volume variable data and barcode labels. They also manufacture and globally distribute Label Lock™, the premium brand of tamper proof security seals, and Gammatex, gamma irradiation indicator labels for sterilisation purposes.
Having your labels printed by them means peace of mind, said the company. A huge variety of shapes and sizes – whatever the container or temperature, they said they can help you. They understand friction, temperature, moisture and ink migration. They said they also know that quality labels make better sales. Films, metallics, antiques, whatever is available we can source and print on. Where moisture is a concern, we can use materials and laminates that repel condensation, oils and other substances that can spoil your design. Upgrading your labels can attract more customers. Tactile varnishes, foils, laminations – all kinds of finishes can help your product retains a premium aesthetic appeal on shelf, until your customer can appreciate what lies within.
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Citrus Print Solutions Ltd. said it is rapidly becoming the South West’s experts in labels and labelling. This has been built on providing reliable and trustworthy advice on the most suitable label types for your requirement. They work with the customer every step of the way to ensure their label works just the way you intended it to. Choosing the correct label for your application can be a minefield.
At Citrus they said they will guide you through all the variables without any complex jargon, asking simple questions to ensure you have the correct face stock, adhesive, finish or overprint method. With over 15 years’ experience in labelling, print and design they said they will help your ideas come to life. If you bring a full design or just a sketch we will make it happen. Their eye for design, extensive knowledge and understanding of the market will help your finished product stand out on the shelf. Citrus Print Solutions Ltd offer more.
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Some would say that we at Challenge Boxes & packaging obsessed with boxes & packaging. They said they agree but prefer to call themselves packaging experts… and they want to make your experience of working with us as easy and as pleasurable as possible. Due of their wide range of experience dealing with national brands and logistics companies through to independent businesses and start-ups, they know we can offer you the level of service and expertise that will deliver the correct product at the right time and, crucially, on budget.
Whether it is a perishable food being shipped to a supermarket or a single bottle of fine wine being delivered to a connoisseur, they work widely across the food and beverages sector. Their “vast knowledge of the industry” linked with a wide range of packaging solutions means that we understand exactly what is required to gain customer satisfaction. They also have close links to the large retail chains, understanding how they like to receive perishable and glassware products.
They said this means that they have already researched the sector, allowing us to move quickly and within your time scales. As your packaging partner, they said they ask you to use their knowledge to help make your planning and logistics more efficient and, ultimately, deliver your produce in the perfect form your customer desires.
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B S Labels is a privately owned company, established for over 40 years and operating to BRC Global standard Grade A. They supply quality, decorative self-adhesive labels for the food, drinks, toiletries and personal care market, as well as any other industrial market requirements. Small enough to care but large enough to meet any volume needs on any paper or synthetic materials for your application. They offer cost, quality and service second to none.
The have full in-house studio, repro and platemaking, Xeikon 3500 wide web digital (including CMYK, white and spot colours), Combination Digicon finishing with 2 additional spot colours, hot foil, cold foil, embossing, tactile screen, braille, numbering, 8 flexo/letterpress combination presses, up to 500mm web width and 10 colours plus varnish (including hot foil, cold foil, embossing, tactile screen, braille, reverse print and leaflet feeder), Additional facilities to manufacture Peel n Read and leaflet/booklet labels, 6 Omega converting and finishing machines.
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In Bristol, they “do things proper”. And that their service is no different. At Bristol Labels, they said they know there’s only one way to work: no excuses and certainly no worries – just you and them working together to produce an exceptional solution for your brand. They call this approach ‘Proper Printing’ – and it’s at the heart of everything that they do. They said they are specialists in beverage label printing. Films, metallics, and high end textured papers – whatever you need they said they can source and print on it. Where moisture is a concern, they can use materials and laminates that repel condensation and other substances that can spoil your design. Tactile varnishes, foils, laminations – all kinds of finishes can help your product retain a premium appeal on shelf. Why choose Bristol Labels?. They said they have specialist label finishes and textures available, their expert can and bottle label printing service and excellent customer service from design to delivery.
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Since its conception the vision at Belmont Labels is to be associated with service and quality. With over 30 years purchasing and supply chain experience we understand the importance of supplier management, to identify the right product, at the right cost delivered at the right time. At Belmont Labels, the team said that you are guaranteed a truly personal and professional service.
They are described as a premium label supplier to all industries from food and beverage to logistics. They promise to: help you supply the right label solution for your brand, accommodate your production capability, supply plain and custom printed self adhesive labels, in your choice from a wide range of materials, finishes and effects, give you full customer support throughout the process, taking your idea from the initial enquiry through to delivery and offer a full artwork design service if required.
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Atlas Packaging are a UK cardboard box company making a wide range of corrugated cardboard packaging from their base in Devon. They pride ourselves on delivering competitive prices, clear quotations and excellent service.
To do this they have in house award-winning structural and graphic design teams and state of the art production equipment. Corrugated cardboard boxes are a great solution for ecommerce or home delivery packaging as they are a sustainable choice for the planet, are durable enough to cope in transit and are printed for an amazing brand experience.
The business has been the “sustainable choice for cardboard packaging for almost 40 years”. They have achieved ISO 14001:2015 accreditation which demonstrates their commitment to the environment and we’re business associate members of their regional plastic free organisation as well as the UN recognised North Devon Biosphere.
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Vale Labels print high quality labels for leading brands across the UK. They use the latest print technology to help these customers stand out and work closely with their teams to ensure they get the best value and finish on every order.
The company’s team use leading Hewlett Packard digital print technology to manufacture labels at competitive prices. They said they also offer luxury finishes to enhance the look and feel of your labels, including foiling, embossing and silver inks. These unique finishes can be applied to their range of materials which work in industrial, retail and domestic conditions. Whatever the finish, “you can rest assured you’ll get a high quality label that will help your business to grow”.
The best printers don’t just create great labels; they give their customers advice and support to help them get the best results for their business, said the company.
That’s why their team will help you to select appropriate materials for your product, carry out rigorous quality checks throughout the label printing process and make sure that your order always arrives at the right place, at the right time. According to Vale Labels, this approach has helped them to establish ourselves as one of the UK’s leading label printing companies and create long-lasting partnerships with some exciting brands.
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Founded in 1986, their comprehensive and modern manufacturing facility allows Saxon Packaging to have a flexible method in producing a wide range of bespoke and standard cardboard packaging, boxes and other corrugated products. From boxes and cartons, to luxury gift items and mail-order delivery packaging they are able to produce extraordinary sustainable packaging solutions to your exacting requirements. Saxon said it is one of East Anglia’s Leading designers and manufacturers of quality corrugated packaging. In 2016 we were acquired by the Smurfit Kappa Group, a world leading producer of paper based packaging which has enabled them to expand further their products and services to their customers.
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Peroni red label, the intricately designed Budweiser label, the eye-catching green Heineken label – some beer bottle labels are immediately recognisable and work hard to convey the brand message at first glance. Why can’t your craft beer labels do the same?
No matter what craft beer label design you’re looking for, Abbey Labels said it can help. Whatever information, size, shape, colour or finish you’d like on your beer label design, they have an expert team who can help.
They have worked with a variety of beer crafters and breweries in the past and are confident they can help you no matter if it’s a large order or a small one. The business has a super-high capacity and a consistently fast turnaround time to help you stay on track and keep your orders shipping out. Choose from their high-quality flexographic printing for bulk jobs or their digital printing services for shorter runs. Add their range of professional finishing options and you can be sure you’ll receive whatever beer label design you need.
The company can produce whatever design you have in mind – from runs of 500 to 1million+, sized big or small, full colour or monotone. Their outstanding machines can “create your customised label to the highest quality and make your brand stand out on the shelf”.
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Whether you’re putting a new brand of beer out to the mass market, or want to make your craft-brewed ale look highly professional, the beer labels here at Fast Labels will “tick every box for some of the UK’s lowest prices”. Your custom beer bottle labels will be printed on matt or gloss material using their class-leading 1200dpi Xeikon printers and FDA-approved toner (with more finishes available upon request).
The result is a label with razor sharp detail and vibrant colour for a true ‘supermarket shelf-quality’ look. With Fast Labels, there are two materials available to choose from. There’s polypropylene, which is waterproof and tear-resistant for any use. There’s also more cost-effective paper, which is completely food-safe even for direct contact with the beer inside.
You can also enter in your own custom shape and size measurements for labels which fit perfectly on your bottle of choice. All of this ensures that you receive labels which are very affordable, but also fit for anything from a budget beer right up to a premium craft ale where exuding quality is a must.
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The OKI Pro 1050 is an offering from OKI suitable for breweries. It’s The first LED printer designed specifically for label printing. All laser and LED label printers before this were modified paper printers whereas the Pro 1050 was made to print labels. It can cope with many different label types & materials without the huge waste previously associated with laser printing.
The key feature of the OKI Pro 1050 is that it prints white. So as well as the usual CMYK it has an additional white toner. Perhaps you wish to print white only on clear or foil material or you need a clear parts on your label but the bulk sat on white. These are all things we can do in seconds now thanks to the Pro 1050.
The OKI Pro Series uses LED technology so no inks are involved. It has a print width of up to 125.76mm and can print on continuous, gap or black mark media.
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Vigo offer an extensive range of beer bottle labelling equipment suitable for independent and craft breweries, from automatic and semi-automatic bottle labellers to an entry-level manual bottle label applicator. Whether starting from scratch or expanding an existing setup, the company said its bottle labelling machines will assist in speeding up your beer production line.
One such machine is The VL1 semi automatic labeller VL1. Described as very simple to use, robust, good quality labelling machine with a good range of optional extras. Labels are applied under a pressure of 14kg to reduce the risk of bubbling and wrinkles caused by uneven bottle surfaces.
Elsewhere, the S1LR1 AVV is manufactured by STS, who have over 20 years’ experience designing and manufacturing automatic labelling machines for the food, drink and pharmaceutical sectors. STS labelling machines are renowned for their functionality. The S1 LR1 AVV is a fast machine, which can label up to 4,000 bottles per hour.
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The range of automatic and semi automatic labelling machines from KBW Packaging are said suitable for many applications, such as cylindrical known as wrap round, conical, rectangular, oval, irregular and onto unstable containers. Also for special labelling promotions, for security, recyclable labels for industries, such as food and drink, and not forgetting ‘top labelling’ for containers, bottles and boxes.
An intuitive and easy-to-use labelling system, the Basic Total 300 is described as “perfect” for businesses in the food and beverage industry that are looking for a quick and easy way to label their products.
With its simple control panel, the Basic Total 300 makes it easy to change settings and adjust speeds, while its accurate and precise label placement system ensures labels are placed correctly every time. The Basic Total 300 is also durably constructed to withstand the rigours of everyday use, making it a reliable and cost-effective solution for your business, said the company.
