The production process of tag coated paper mainly includes the following steps:
1. Design phase
Tag design: According to the product characteristics and brand style, the tag design. Design content usually includes information such as brand LOGO, product name, specifications, ingredients, bar codes, prices, and possible decorative elements such as patterns, textures, etc.
2. Preparation
Material selection: Select the coated paper suitable for tag production. Coated paper is widely used in tag making because of its good printing effect and paper texture.
Plate making: The design of the tag pattern is converted into a printed plate through plate making technology, so that it can be used in the printing process.
3. Printing stage
Machine printing: The use of professional printing equipment, the design of the pattern and text printed on the coated paper. In the printing process, it is necessary to control the uniformity of ink and the accuracy of color to ensure that the printing effect meets the design requirements.
Hot gold and silver (optional) : In order to increase the visual effect and grade of the tag, you can be hot gold or hot silver treatment after printing. This is done by stamping the metal foil onto the tag with a special gold or silver stamping machine, creating a bright gold or silver effect.
4. Post-processing stage
Laminating: In order to protect the surface of the printed matter and improve wear resistance and water resistance, it is usually laminating after printing. The coating material can be light film or matte film, according to the need to choose.
Die cutting: Using a die cutting machine, according to the design shape and size, the film will be cut into the final shape of the tag. It is necessary to ensure the accuracy of the cutting and the smoothness of the edge during the die cutting process.
Punch and thread: Punch holes in the appropriate position on the tag and thread a sling or hook to secure the tag to the product.
5. Quality inspection and packaging
Quality inspection: The quality inspection of the completed tag is carried out to ensure that the printing effect, size and shape meet the design requirements. Rework or dispose of non-conforming products.
Packing: The qualified tags will be packed for transportation and storage. The packaging method can be selected according to the needs, such as single packaging, batch packaging, etc.
It should be noted that the above process may vary depending on the manufacturer's equipment, technical level and other factors. However, in general, the production process of tag coated paper is a comprehensive process, which requires close coordination and fine operation of all links to produce high-quality tag products.