Pad-printing bottles
This technique makes it possible to transfer a decoration that is too delicate for screen printing. A stamp is dipped in ink and applied to the surface. A machine applies pressure to the support so that the ink filters through the clichรฉ to reveal the text or design.
Questions & Answers
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In what cases is pad printing preferable to screen printing ?
Pad printing is suitable for surfaces that are impossible to screen-print or hot-stamp. Examples are the bottom of a bottle, or a bottle in a complex shape.
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Is pad printing available in any colour ?
Yes, both opaque and translucent, except for gold and silver shades.
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What are the limitations of pad printing ?
The choice of the bottle itself determines the surface that may be decorated. There is also a minimum line thickness to observe.
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Is pad printing suitable for any fragrance ?
No, a test is first performed to guarantee its full compatibility.
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What resistance tests are conducted on pad-printed surfaces ?
A dry friction test, an adhesive test, and a water test.
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