Advantages of In Mold Decoration and Labelling

IMD and IML technologies offer several design and productivity benefits over traditional post-molding labeling and decorating methods. These include:  

• High-quality graphics that are visually striking
• Flexibility to use flat, curved, or 3D-formed labels and graphics
• Elimination of secondary labeling and decorating operations, reducing costs
• No need for adhesives, as labels and graphics can be applied directly onto plastic in a single step
• Labels and graphics can be applied to plastic parts and containers’ sides and bottoms in a single step
• Reduced label inventory
• High abrasion and chemical resistance achieved through special hard coatings
• Design variations can be easily achieved by changing labeling film or graphic inserts, even during the same part run
• High positioning tolerances enable continuous image transfers
• The technology offers a wide selection of colors, effects, textures, and graphic options, providing greater design flexibility.