Peel and reveal (a.k.a. two-sided or extended layers of content) labels are ideal for getting far more out of your printed products. They're also a cheaper and more environmentally-friendly way to print more information onto smaller boxes, bottles, and sleeves.
For many years, it was safe to say that ‘a printing press is a printing press’. While technology has always evolved in the printing sector, it has usually done so in a way that is predictable and manageable for most businesses. Digital and hybrid printing technology has changed this to an extent, so staying informed about the latest trends has become an important task for business owners and print operators. However, one of the biggest areas of change in the sector is in finishing equipment, rather than the presses themselves. Advancements in finishing equipment offer businesses some of the biggest opportunities to boost efficiency, improve quality, and enhance sustainability. As we move towards the end of 2025, it’s a good time to revisit the landscape of label finishing.
2025 is panning out to be an exciting year for the digital label printing sector, with a range of Press, software and hardware innovations that are giving print businesses greater flexibility to respond to market changes and consumer demands. In this article, we’ll look at some of the main trends shaping label printing and the opportunities they could provide your business.
A good platemaking system is the key to achieving outstanding print-quality through flexographic printing. Investing in an advanced platemaking system will give you greater precision, accuracy, and versatility in your print runs, helping you to meet the expectations of today’s customers. So, what are the main features to consider when evaluating a platemaking system for your business?
Label printing presses are designed and engineered to last, which is one of the reasons they deliver such an impressive lifetime ROI. For high-volume textile label printing businesses, therefore, it’s tempting to stick with the assets you have. If the equipment is working as intended, then why outlay the large upfront cost for a new press?
Label printing machinery requires a large capital investment, with new flexographic and digital presses costing upwards of £200,000 to £900,000 or more in asset purchase, implementation, setup and training costs. In an uncertain economic landscape, therefore, there is a compelling argument for sitting tight with the assets you have. However, the market isn’t just uncertain, but is also changing rapidly, and with these changes come opportunities.
