Labels for Labelling Machines

Guide for Machine-Led Labels on a Roll

Once you have placed your order you can upload your print ready artwork. When supplying artwork for Labels on a Roll, please supply 1 multi layered PDF, which contains the following:

• 3mm bleed on all sides

• CMYK PDF, preferably PDF/X4a

• Outline or embed fonts

• 300 dpi resolution

• Artwork layer named “Artwork” with CMYK artwork for print

• If you are ordering a circle, square or rectangle shaped label, no cutting shape or layer is required. We will apply this for you automatically.

• If you are ordering a custom shape, please supply a vector cutting guide with a thickness of 0.25pt set as a spot colour named “KissCutting” and set at 100% magenta. This should be setup as an overprint stroke on a layer named “KissCutting”

• If you are ordering a solid fill white underpin, no underpinning is necessary within the artwork document as we will add this for you to the whole of the design automatically.

• If you require a selective white underpin (on transparent / metallic / black pulp-dyed / gold paper materials) please ensure you have a spot colour named “White” (case sensitive) and set at 100% Cyan. Please make sure that this is set to overprint and is a vector not a bitmap image on a layer named “White”.

• For labels with foil or selective raised gloss finishes, please supply your artwork as a PDF, along with any “KissCutting” or “White” layers that are required, with any of the foil/ selective gloss artwork layers labelled 'finishing'. - Help Centre Article.

• Foil and selective gloss artwork must be supplied as vector shapes, any overlapping white elements knocked out of the foiling vectors. Our minimum foiling line weight is 1pt (0.34mm), minimum font size is 10pt (3.4mm) and the minimum gap between foiled or raised gloss elements is 1pt (0.34mm)

• Design Tip: To ensure your design is printed correctly we have a few design tips to consider. You can find them here How to set up your circle sticker design and Using line boarders around a circle sticker 

For a selection of artwork tips and help setting up your files please visit our help centre.

Label Materials

We offer a wide range of different materials which can be used for machine-led labels on a roll: 

Betulla Laid Paper - An off-white paper with varnish for shine and durability. This label is specially developed for glass containers and ideal for luxury products, such as wines and spirits, and artisan products, such as hand-crafted foods. Weight 90gsm.

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Black Pulp-Dyed Paper - A thick, high-quality, black adhesive paper with a fibrous texture. The adhesive has been specially designed for glass containers and is suitable for damp conditions and low temperatures. It also has excellent resistance to immersion in ice-cold water. Due to its rigidity, it is recommended for use on bottles and jars with a diameter of over 60mm. Weight 95gsm. 

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Coated paper (gloss) - A white, gloss, woodfree adhesive paper which is easily applied to curved surfaces and packaging materials, such as cardboard or plastic wraps. Recommended for indoor use, and suitable for temporary application to clothing. Perfect for full colour images requiring exceptional contrast and detail, such as event stickers. Weight 80gsm. 

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Coated removable paper (gloss) - A glossy, white-coated adhesive paper. This label is suitable for indoor use, on all surfaces, and is easily removed. Perfect for producing bright colours and for use as a poster at events, exhibitions, and trade shows. Weight 80gsm.

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Gold Paper - A glossy, laminated, metallic gold self-adhesive paper ideal for use on cosmetics, luxury goods or food packaging.

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Hay Paper - A coated adhesive paper made from grass fibres. The permanent, ultra-transparent acrylic adhesive is highly resistant to whitening and performs well at a wide range of temperatures. Use for anything that will be in cold, damp conditions (e.g. bottles that will be placed in ice buckets or fridges).

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Natural Greaseproof Paper - A high-quality, uncoated paper with a textured surface that produces a laid effect. It has a protective greaseproof coating therefore highly resistant to staining/absorption. Use for anything that requires resistance to oil/vegetable fats e.g. fast-food products.

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Polypropylene Deluxe Silver - Glossy and silver for a metallic effect, with a permanent acrylic adhesive that is tearproof. This label can be written on, is suitable for internal and external use, and can be applied to plastics. Perfect for use on flexible containers in the cosmetic, food and personal care sectors. Thickness 60µ.

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Polypropylene Deluxe Transparent - A glossy and transparent sticker with a permanent acrylic adhesive that is tearproof. This label is suitable for internal and external use and can be applied to plastics. Ideal for use as window stickers, or on shampoo and conditioner bottles. Thickness 50µ. 

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Polypropylene Deluxe White - Glossy and white tearproof substrate with permanent acrylic adhesive. This label is suitable for internal and external use and can be applied to plastics, making it ideal for use on wheelie bins and as warning stickers. Thickness - 50µ.

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Satin - A pearly-white embossed almost iridescent adhesive paper ideal for use in application bottles e.g. winemaking, luxury goods. Use solid colours in your design to really bring out the finish and texture of this paper. Weight 90gsm. 

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Standard white paper - A woodfree, white paper with a slight gloss and special adhesive designed for application in a broad temperature range. This versatile label is suitable for indoor use and is writable. Perfect for use as box labels and address labels. Weight 73gsm. 

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Transparent Refix Electrostatic Film (Static cling) - An ultra-transparent polyester film that is 100% recyclable and PVC-free. This label adheres electrostatically to any smooth surface such as glass and metal and is tearproof. This label can be attached and removed multiple times without leaving a residue and is suitable for indoor use only. Perfect for use as window stickers and posters on shop windows and at events and exhibitions. Thickness 125µm.

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Uncoated paper - A white, uncoated, natural paper with a special adhesive designed for application in a broad temperature range. This versatile label is writable and perfect for general all-purpose labelling. Weight 73gsm

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White Waterproof Hammered Paper  - A premium paper from the Fedrigoni collection "Martele", is extremely durable wet-strength paper designed for customising wine or beer bottles, or for jars kept in refrigerated environments. It is bright white and has a premium "hammered" texture.