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Europe: Decorating lids with IML-T

RPC Bebo Plastik extends its In-Mold Label Thermoforming (IML-T) technology and developed a concept that produces lids with enhanced quality decoration.

RPC Bebo Plastik first introduced IML-T tubs in 2014, bringing additional quality decoration opportunities to the thermoforming sector.

IML-T applies pre-printed labels to a container during the thermoforming process, meaning intricate, multi-colored designs in up to eight colors can be incorporated to achieve a better level of finish and greater coverage than with direct printing.

In addition, IML-T for lids allows a more precise label positioning than conventional off-mold labeling, and different lid weights can be produced from the same tooling.

The extension of this technology to lids now delivers a complete pack solution, with lightweight containers, high output lines and competitive tool costs offering an excellent return on investment.

Typical applications for IML-T packs have included spreadable products, salads and snacks, including a number of replacement projects for cans and glass.

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