When you’re planning your customer’s garment label printing requirements, one of the most important decisions to make is which type of fabric to use.

In an increasingly green world, everyone wants to reduce the impact their lives and work have on our shared environment. The label printing industry is no exception. As a fast turnover printing sector that uses high volumes of inks, pulps, and adhesives, product labelling and packaging is of particular interest to environmentalists. Disposable packaging for expendable products has increasingly come under fire for being an unsustainable, irresponsible waste of resources.

Demands from print buyers are changing. Not only must a label meet strict performance & durability tests. It may need to go through a series of product devices, be highly printable & colourful, tolerate a heat & cold, whilst offering environmental advantages, and be affordable.

Sustainability is becoming increasingly prominent within the media and in the public’s consciousness. Due to the commodities involved in printing, it’s even more important to demonstrate green credentials and a commitment to the environment. With pressure mounting to meet environmental standards and government regulations, positive steps to source your printing materials responsibly are the best way to demonstrate your commitment to sustainability:

Going green is probably the most common phrase you will hear today from companies working towards greater environmental sustainability. One of the common measures used by the label printing industry towards the conservation of the environment is increased investment in biodegradable materials. What does this involve?