Flexographic printing
Direct printing on board for logos, text and clear graphic elements.
Your brand on packaging
Printing on cardboard and boxes with your logo
Printing allows packaging to provide information and communicate a brand in addition to protecting the product. A logo, product information, markings or graphic elements can be applied to corrugated board. The suitable method depends on board type, construction, number of colours, artwork detail, run and required image quality. Files, colours, position on the construction and technical limitations are agreed before production.
Print and constructionEvaluated as one packaging project
- ✓Flexographic and laminated offset printing
- ✓Logos, text and markings
- ✓Artwork aligned with the box dieline
Printing options
Selected by artwork, board and run
One project may need an economical logo print, another a more detailed colour presentation. The method follows technical review.
Laminated offset printing
A printed sheet is laminated to corrugated board when a more detailed graphic image is required.
Boxes with a logo
Logo position and size are coordinated with folds, joints and cutting lines.
Technical artwork preparation
Scale, fonts, colours, bleed and placement on the box dieline are checked.
Method comparison
When flexographic or offset printing is evaluated
Final selection depends on the artwork, board, run and production technology.
| Criterion | Flexographic | Laminated offset |
|---|---|---|
| Image | Clear logos and text | More detailed graphics and colour options |
| Substrate | Printed directly on board | Printed sheet joined to corrugated board |
| Preparation | Printing plates and colour separation | Offset artwork and lamination specification |
| Suitability | Evaluated by run and design | Evaluated by image quality and construction |
Workflow
From artwork to finished box
Printing is planned with the construction so important elements do not cross folds or joints.
- 01
Brief
Provide logo, text, colours and the desired result.
- 02
Dieline
Graphics are positioned on the specific box construction.
- 03
Review
Files, colours and technical printing conditions are agreed.
- 04
Production
Printing follows the approved artwork and order specification.
File preparation
Logo files must be suitable for production
A small JPG intended for screens is often unsuitable for clean printing. A vector logo and defined brand colours are preferable.
- ✓Vector PDF, AI or EPS file
- ✓Fonts outlined or included
- ✓Colours and print position specified
- ✓Artwork not based on an inaccurate screenshot
Technical enquiry
Send the project details
Provide the information available. If some details are not yet known, we will clarify them before preparing the quotation.
Frequently asked questions
What to know before sending an enquiry
These answers help prepare a more accurate specification and production quotation.
Can only a logo be printed?
Yes. Logo size, colours and position are aligned with the box construction and printing technology.
Which artwork format is required?
Vector PDF, AI or EPS files are usually preferred. Exact requirements depend on the printing method.
How many colours can be used?
Colour options depend on the method, board and project and are confirmed during technical review.
Can micro-flute board be printed?
Yes, but the method depends on surface quality, artwork detail and required image quality.
Will the artwork be approved before production?
The print position and technical artwork for the specific construction must be approved before production.