- Labeling Fundamentals
- Label Construction
- Label Characteristics
- Dimensions & Tooling
- Label Application
- Slitting & Cutting
- Finishing Formats
- Barcodes & Variable Data
- Material & Descriptions
- Label Terminology
- Resource Guide PDF
A typical label consists of a topcoat, facestock, adhesive, and a liner
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Topcoat
A physical surface coating, applied to promote or increase ink adhesion with conventional and digital print technologies, or to modify gloss.
Graphic Layered Ink
Ink is laid down between the topcoat and the facestock.
Facestock
Film or other specialty paper, fabric, membrane to which the topcoat and adhesive are anchored. Carries graphics to the application surface. Functions as a protective laminate. Provides a barrier to moisture or vapor. Functions as a spacer material in a layered construction.
Adhesive
Pressure – sensitive or heat activated coating used to bond the film to the application surface.
Liner
Supports the product through manufacturing and life of use. A Liner protects adhesive until it is applied to the end use surface.
