[China Packaging Network News] Europe has widely applied IML technology to thermoforming products because IML technology is faster and more cost-effective than traditional labeling methods. On the other hand, European packaging companies place more emphasis on product differentiation through rich decorative patterns, which is why it is an important reason why more and more thermoforming products use IML technology.
A few days ago, RPC Bebo Plastik expanded its leading In-Mold Label Thermoforming (IML-T) technology and developed the concept of using in-mold labeling technology that adds decorative effects to its lid production.
Combining traditional lid molding equipment with existing lid molds and improving it for IML-T manufacturing, the introduction of this new technology has provided first-line brand food manufacturers with an opportunity to increase shelf impact and lead the fiercely competitive market. Cost-effective solution.
RPC Bebo Plastik introduced the IML-T barrel processing technology for the first time in 2014, bringing additional quality decoration opportunities to the thermoforming industry. The container uses the preprinted IML-T label during the thermoforming process, which means that complex and up to eight-color designs can be applied, resulting in higher finish and wider coverage than previously printed. In addition, compared with the traditional in-mold labeling technology, the IML-T technology applied to the lid is more accurate in label positioning using the IML-T technology, and covers of different weights can be produced using the same mold.
The thermoforming in-mold labeling technology applied to the lid provides a complete package solution, providing a perfect return on investment for achieving lightweight packaging, high-efficiency production lines, and reasonable mold cost.
Robert Steinmeijer, sales and marketing manager of PC Bebo explained: “This is a natural development process that reflects the success of our IML-T technology. Customers can establish effective product differentiation and branding through our convenient, consumer-friendly food packaging. Lean concept."
Typical application examples for IML-T packaging include spreadable products, salads and snack food packaging (including alternative containers for many metal cans and glass).