VINYL LABELS general guidelines
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VINYL LABELS
Fine Detail Achievablesmall text or detail
Variable Adhesion Levels AvailableAggressive Adhesive/Tack - for rough surfaces or extended time or useLow Adhesion/Tack - for temporary installations
Additional Protective Layer/Coating Availableextends life of label especially outdoors, can be UV safe
Clear Vinyl Availableused when smaller detail needs to be accomplished without a background color
PMS Color Match Availablematch image color based on Pantone Matching System (PMS)
Gradients & Infinite Number of Colors Achievable variations in color instead of solid colors,
Special Label Shape Available Screen Printed Labels - Additional charge for metal stamping die
Screen Printed Labels
Complex-Cut/Stacked Vinyl LabelsDigitally Printed Labels
Complex-Cut - No need for clear because there is no background
Digitally Printed - close but variations and banding may occur
Digitally Printed - white cannot be printed on clear
Complex-Cut - not offered in PMS, usually a close match is available
Complex-Cut - No need, already UV protected
Complex-Cut - 1 adhesion level, good adhesion but can be removed
Yes Not Necessary Stipulations/More Info. Blank - No/Not Suggested
general guidelines
VINYL LABELS
DESCRIPTION
PROS
CONS
Screen Printed Labels
Complex-Cut/Stacked Vinyl Labels
Digitally Printed Labels
PROS vs CONS
general guidelines
vinyl that is screen printed
perfect PMS color matchcrisp bright colorsmultiple colors can be printedsome fine detail can be capturedcan be done on white or clear vinyl
large setup cost (one screen per color) - not ideal for low quantitiesadditional charge for die cut to shapesolid colors only, no gradients
DESCRIPTION
PROS
CONS
made from colored rolls of vinyl cut on a plotter, weeded, then masked
crisp bright colors, excellent contrast between colors that are stackedmultiple colors can be layered/stackedlarge selection of colorscan be cut to any shapeminimal setup cost - small quantities okay
smaller images can either not print easily or not print at allnot qualified by PMS colors - close match usually availablerequires labor hours, especially with hand weeding and maskingscrap rate is based on the skill of the person making the labelssolid colors only, no gradientslabels with many colors are not recommended
DESCRIPTION
PROS
CONS
digital printer prints directly onto vinyl
an infinite amount of colors can be printedallows for the use of gradientsfine detail can be achievedcan be plotter cut to any shape without an additional chargecan be done on white or clear vinylminimal setup cost - small quantities okay
the color white cannot be digitally printed on clear vinylcolors are not always as bright as the other two types of labelsPMS colors can be slightly off, especially with a protective coatingpixels can be seenbanding may occur
VINYL LABELSVinyl Labels allow for a lot more flexibility when imprinting containers than other options (screen printing directly on a container, hot stamping, or pad printing). Labels offer a larger imprinting area, allow imprinting on rough surfaces or on odd-shaped or curvedobjects, and allows the opportunity for the use of gradients.
general guidelines
VINYL LABELS
MASKING
PLOTTER
WEEDING
SCREEN PRINTING
HOT STAMPING
PAD PRINTING
GRADIENT
PMS COLORS
DIE CUT
COMPLEX-CUT
DIGITAL PRINT
PIXEL
VINYL
BANDING
TACK
PROTECTIVE COAT
LABEL TERMSthe presence of unwanted striations when digitally printing
CARRIER SHEET the backing under the vinyl in a label
label is cut into a shape by a metal die that works like a cookie-cutter
method where colored rolls of vinyl are sent through a plotter, weeded by hand, then masked by hand
method of printing from a digital based image directly to vinyl, printing jobs from digital sources are printed using large format and/or high volume laser or inkjet printers
a fade/variation from one color into another, photos have gradients
a dry printing method in which a heated die and foil are used to applygraphics to a surface, limited size, generally a one color imprint
a low tack transparent/translucent material used to transfer a multi-partlabel from the carrier sheet to the product it is being applied to
printing process that involves an image being transferred with ink from the printing plate via a silicone pad onto the product
small squares or units of color, when viewed from afar pixels createinfinite color combinations and gradients in an image
a computer printing device for vector graphics, it cuts the shape out on digitally printed and complex-cut labels by using computer assigned paths
(Pantone Matching System) an internationally recognized system of identifying colors by a code number
a clear layer applied over a label to extend the lifetime especiallyoutdoors, can be UV safe
a method of forcing ink through mesh fabric to print an image
having an adhesive quality, high tack (aggressive adhesive) is more sticky
a thin flexible plastic with adhesive on the back used for making labels,comes in rolls, different colors, thicknesses, and adhesives available
the process of removing the extra vinyl from a complex cut label
Image size and location is approximatefor visual representation.
Art is to size, 6.7736” high by 7.739” wide. Dashed line is edge of clear decal. Overall size is 7.1885“ high by 8” wide
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Image size and location is approximatefor visual representation.
Reliant Park art will be 3.3976“ high by 18” wide.Waste Management art will be 4.2063” high by 12” wide.
Spacing between logos will be 4.25” from base of “p” to top of “WM” logo.(Shown proportional.)
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Instruction Sheet forReliant Park Glutton Can
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Flame Torch
1 Obtain Glutton can and lay on side with desired image area up.
Place Reliant Park Alignment Fixture tightly up under lip of can to give an idea of both Label Application Areas. Shown in Diagram 1.
Apply Isopropyl Rubbing Alcohol on a clean Rag/Cloth and wipe Label Application Areas.
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Flame treat Label Application Areas with hand Flame Torch.Apply flame to surface by holding torch 4-6 inches above surface and moving back and forth over area until entire label area has been treated once over.
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Once the Label is in place, hold it steady while you flip up the lower portion of the Alignment Fixture, hinged.
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Note: Should be wide side opposite of already applied graphics.
IsopropylRubbing Alcohol
Rag/Cloth
1” Masking Tape
Alignment Mark
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Label Application AreasLabel Application Preparation
5 Place Alignment Fixture tightly up under lip of can and fold down lower portion of Alignment Fixture.
6 Lift up edge of Alignment Fixture and place the Waste Management Label under Alignment Fixture
Line the top of the words “WASTE MANAGEMENT” with the bottom of the Alignment Fixture.
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Line up the top of the first “N” in management with the center mark on the Alignment Fixture. This will be your left to right alignment. Shown in Diagram 2 & 3.
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Note: Make sure Alignment Fixture is fitted tightly up under lip of can before applying Waste Management Label.
Placement of Waste Management Label
C010141Alignment Fixture
Parts:Tools Needed:
Lit # 0087 SM
Waste Management LabelSqueegee
Reliant Park Label
Diagram 1
Diagram 2
Diagram 3
Secure the Label by taping the left edge with 1” all purpose Masking Tape (keep at least 3/8” of tape over the Label edge), doing so will keep your Label secure and will create a “hinge” used in Steps 11-13.
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Once Label is in place, secure Label by taping the left edge with 1” all purpose Masking Tape (keep at least 3/8” of tape over the Label edge). This will keep your Label secure and will create a “hinge” later in Steps 21-23.
Holding the right side of the Label, fold the Label straight up at the tape hinge and peel off the backing.
While pulling slightly tight, lay the image flat down on can.1212
Using a Label Squeegee (included), start at the center of Label and squeegee with pressure to the right. Remove the Masking Tape on the left side and then squeegee with pressure from center to the left.
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While pulling slightly tight, lay the image flat down on can.
Using a Label Squeegee (included), start at the center of Label and squeegee with pressure to the right. Remove the Masking Tape on the left side and then squeegee with pressure from center to the left.
Once the tape is secure, remove the Alignment Fixture.
Holding the right side of the Label, fold the Label straight up at the tape hinge and peel off the backing.
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2020
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Placement of Waste Management Label Continued
Placement of Reliant Park Label
Final Can Shown In Diagram 6.
Line Label up with left mark to outside left of the L in Reliant and the right mark to the outside right of the K in Park. This will be your left to right alignment.
Line the top of the L in Reliant and the top of the K in Park with the bottom edge of Alignment Fixture. Shown in Diagram 4 & 5.
Note: The Alignment Fixture will also have line markings matching the outside of the L in Reliant and the outside of the K in Park.
Lit # 0087 SM
Diagram 4
Diagram 5
Diagram 6
Alignment Marks
Instruction Sheet forReliant Park Glutton Can
Carefully remove the masking (the top covering) from the labels.1414
Carefully Remove the masking (top covering) from the labels.
Note: Make sure Alignment Fixture is fitted tightly up under lip of can before applying the Reliant Park Label.
Lift up the bottom edge of the Alignment Fixture and place the Reliant Park Label under the Alignment Fixture.
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Ensure the lower portion of the Alignment Fixture is flipped up. 1515
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VINYL LABELS samples
Complex-Cut - white vinyl
RECYCLE ARROWS
Screen Printed - blue on clear vinyl, die-cut
SYNTHES
Complex-Cut - white vinyl on red vinyl
INFECTIOUS WASTE
Complex-Cut - green and yellow vinyl
WASTE MANAGEMENT
Complex-Cut - black vinyl “reliant park”Digitally Printed - pink, purple, blue, green, and yellow on white vinyl, plotter cut
RELIANT PARK
Screen Printed - yellow, black, blue, green, gray on white vinyl, with a protective coat, die-cut
PNC PARK
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