PCL3 brochure Plain 2013

SRA3 Self Adhesive Sheets and Labels
Sheet: 451 x 320mm
PCL3-6233
10.5
Label: 62 x 33mm
Step across: 3 x 64mm
220.5
Step down: 8 x 35mm
Range of SRA3 / 320x450mm
Self Adhesive Labels
Page step 220mm
230.5
440.5
307
23.5
85.5 87.5
149.5 151.5
213.5
243.5
305.5 307.5
369.5 371.5
433.5
294
26
261
259
59
61
226
224
94
96
191
189
129
131
156
154
164
166
121
119
199
201
86
84
234
236
51
49
269
271
16
10
Materials
approved for
Indigo and hot
fusing toner
printing
Materials are tested and approved by major press
manufacturers in both flat sheet and die cut label form.
Further information concerning specific printers can be
found on the pcl web site www.pcllabels.com
A unique range of SRA3 sheets of plain self adhesive and
die cut labels developed specifically for the new generation
digital presses without compromising their use by traditional
printing methods.
Approved for Indigo commercial and industrial sheet fed
presses; the PCL3 range was the first in the world to be
accredited by Hewlett Packard. Similarly approved for
use on commercial hot fusing toner presses (e.g. Kodak
NexPress, Xerox Docucolor including the iGen, Konica
Minolta BizHub, Ricoh and Canon) this unique range
provides the solution to labelling requirements for both
digital and conventional printing. All approvals were
granted on materials pre-cut to labels to ensure that
all aspects of the products, including the quality of
die cutting, were taken into account.
†
Docucolor – Due to the feed system on the DC12
Xerox do not advise the use of pre-cut labels on
SRA3 sheets - please see the PCL (A4) range for
this particular machine.
Although the PCL3 range was developed
for commercial print use it is equally at home
in ‘in house’ print environments with further
approvals for printability, quality and reliability
from OKI and the other major printer suppliers who
service both of these markets.
This range of label sizes and materials is constantly being
updated, currently with over 40 sizes (squares, rectangles, circles, media
and special shapes) available in 26 approved base materials. Materials available
include coated white stocks in both permanent and removable adhesives, ‘block out’
adhesive, colours, fluorescents, high wet strength laid papers for bottle labelling, clear, white
and silver polyesters, matt white PE (Teslin®) with BS5609 approved adhesive for hazardous goods
labelling and a rayon satin cloth with clothing approved adhesive.
An extension of the patented PCL (A4) range the sheets are formatted with two panels of A4 PCL
layouts arranged on an SRA3 sheet. With extra grip edges all round and a wide centre gutter the sheet can be cut
to A4 (using the crop marks cut into the surface for positioning) for final presentation.
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PCLTM PATENT: GB2286176 © 2004, Label Connections Limited
The right to use this template is granted for the sole purpose to assist in the creation of artwork for the PCL™ range of labels.
It is not to be redistributed, sold or otherwise disposed of without the express permission of Label Connections Ltd. +44 (0)1480 211222
Pdf templates can be downloaded from the pcl web site at
www.pcllabels.com
Specifically designed for
maximum stability
and simplicity of use,
the PCL3 Digital format
is a modification of the
highly versatile, successful
(patented) PCL (A4)
format. Two A4 panels of
labels are positioned on
an SRA3 sheet with extra
grip edges all round. Crop
marks are cut into the
label surface to mark the
position of the A4 sheets
edges for ease of guillotining for final presentation.
Double the output - every click!
Quality
Only the highest quality materials meet the exacting
standards required of the PCL3 range. The PCL
Labels technical department involved only the most
advanced paper mills and coating specialists in their
development of the materials required to meet the
demands of a product designed for such diverse
printing specification requirements.
The five years of development produced a unique
range of the highest quality standards, and is ongoing!
Service
The requirements of digital printers are Immediate and
varied. The PCL3 range provides over 1000 labelling
options for a minimum one box order.
Manufacture and despatch are normally on the
same day as ordered with the option of same day
courier delivery for those really urgent jobs.
Reliability
Independently tested and approved by the world’s
leading digital press manufacturers.
For laser (digital) and litho printers
The PCL3 range of sheets and die cut labels is equally at home on digital and litho presses.
Hot fusing toner (laser) and litho printers can however use the full range of SRA3 materials available. See page 3.
The PCL (A4) range offers the litho and digital printer a further 4000 label size/material options and for simple linework, the Digital Office
(A4) range further extends the choice.
Full details can be found at www.pcllabels.com
© Label Connections Ltd 2013.
All rights reserved. PCL, PCL3, PCL3 Digital, Digital 3, Digital Office and Ultrajet are trademarks of Label Connections Ltd.
All information is given in good faith. However we cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions.
All trademarks and trading names are acknowledged.
PCL labels are patented GB2286176
Web Site: www.pcllabels.com
Labels
Choice
The PCL3 range provides printers with the choice of
print method to suit the job, combined with the ability
to cut time and finishing costs by using pre-cut labels.
Bespoke label sizes and shapes can be made to
your requirements using any of the approved standard
materials and we will do our utmost to develop new
products for your specific needs if required.
Printing our products
All materials and label sizes in the PCL3 range can be
printed by conventional methods (e.g. Offset litho, silk
screen) and digitally by HP Indigo and hot fusing laser
technology. They can be printed by multiple processes
e.g. pre-print fixed information by offset litho and
overprint variable data by digital methods (SRA3 or cut
back to A4 for desk top printing).
PCL3 label formats allow an image bleed by all
print methods plus the ability to flood colour over the
entire sheet and once guillotined back to A4 leave no
plain unprinted areas.
Offset Litho: Use formulated low tack inks and a
hard blanket when printing pre-cut labels. Polyesters
require fully oxidising inks and delivery systems free of
oil based inks and varnishes.
Digital: PCL3 materials should be run as paper heavyweight media (170 - 200gsm).
Please visit www.pcllabels.com for more specific
printing information.
PCL3 Digital and other labels from the PCL
Family (PCL [A4], Digital Office and A4+) are
available from:
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Full product specification sheets, label template files
to download for setting up label layouts, hints and tips
for printing labels, machine trials and stockists can all
be found on our website: www.pcllabels.com
Or phone the Label Helpline +44(0)1480 211222,
where the highly experienced PCL Customer Service
Team is ready to answer your questions about
anything to do with labels and labelling.
ENVIRONMENT
It is the policy of Label Connections Ltd not to harm
the environment with its products or by its activities.
All paper based grades are sourced from
environmentally accredited forestry, no harmful
chemicals are used and the adhesives are water
based emulsions. The company encourages woodland
regeneration and actively supports The Woodland
Trust in its UK woodland renewal programme.
Trees used in papermaking are grown as a
renewable crop – no tropical hardwoods are used.
PCL3 Digital was the first
label range in the world to be
accredited by Hewlett Packard
for use on Indigo Presses
Label Sizes
Label Materials
SHEET SIZE: SRA3 100 SHEETS PER BOX
SHEET SIZE: SRA3 100 SHEETS PER BOX
All layouts allow full image bleed* on digital and conventional presses
Reference
PCL3
IDP = Indigo Printable
Label Size (mm)
No/sheet
Labels/box
320 x 450
1
100
Rectangles
PCL3-15125 PCL3-199 PCL3-2259 PCL3-2551 PCL3-2576 PCL3-3050 PCL3-3540
PCL3-3776 PCL3-4020 PCL3-6233 PCL3-6388 PCL3-75110 PCL3-7651 PCL3-8045 PCL3-9130 PCL3-94140 PCL3-9645 PCL3-9651 PCL3-9668 PCL3-9692 PCL3-190275 PCL3-195139 15 x 125 19 x 9 22 x 59 25 x 51 25 x 76 30 x 50 35 x 40 37 x 76 40 x 20 62 x 33 63 x 88 75 x 110 76 x 51 80 x 45 91 x 30 94 x 140 96 x 45 96 x 51 96 x 68 96 x 92 190 x 275 195 x 139 44 336 64 70 42 60 60 30 96 48 18 8
20 24 32 8
24 20 16 12 2
4
4400
33600
6400
7000
4200
6000
6000
3000
9600
4800
1800
800
2000
2400
3200
800
2400
2000
1600
1200
200
400
Squares
PCL3-2525 PCL3-3737 PCL3-4545 PCL3-5151 PCL3-6060 PCL3-8080 25 x 25 37 x 37 45 x 45 51 x 51 60 x 60 80 x 80 140 70 48 30 24 12 14000
7000
4800
3000
2400
1200
Circles
PCL3-19 PCL3-25 PCL3-30 PCL3-37 PCL3-40 PCL3-45 PCL3-51 PCL3-64 PCL3-76 PCL3-88 PCL3-100 PCL3-190 19 25 30 37 40 45 51 64 76 88 100 190 diam + 85 x 85 234 140 96 70 48 48 30 24 12 12 8
6
23400
14000
9600
7000
4800
4800
3000
2400
1200
1200
800
600
116DVD (17mm hole) 116CD (41mm hole) 6
6
600
600
Media
PCL3-116DVD PCL3-116CD * Image bleed – an image flowing over the edges of the labels to give a clean final appearance.
Printing Information
PCL3 die cut labels and flat sheets can be printed conventionally e.g. offset litho and digitally e.g. HP Indigo and hot fusing toner.
Offset Litho: Use formulated low tack inks (not just ‘reduced’) and a hard blanket when printing pre die cut labels in order to reduce the ‘suction’ effect. Synthetic grades require
fully oxidising inks specifically for ‘synthetics’ and delivery systems free of oil based inks and varnishes. Matt White PE (Teslin®) can however be printed with conventional (low
tack) inks.
For more information on inks suitable for pre cut labels and synthetic grades please contact your normal ink supplier or PJF Printing Inks – Paul Freemantle +44 (0)1933 271201.
Digital: The total laminate weight and thickness are shown in the materials table. Trials with media type settings are recommended depending on the image to be printed as
every digital press handles Gloss/ Matt/ Filmic in slightly different ways. All materials however can be printed as media type ‘paper’ with the appropriate weight/thickness selected.
Please visit www.pcllabels.com for more printing information.
DESCRIPTION
TOTAL TOTAL AVAILABILITY
MICRON GSM
DESCRIPTION
TOTAL TOTAL AVAILABILITY
MICRON GSM
PAPERS
SYNTHETICS
Machine Coated Gloss (IDP) 172 190 Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
White woodfree coated ‘gloss’
Permanent - scored back
finish for everday labelling
Removable - solid back & die cut labels
requirements
Removable - scored back
Machine Coated Matt (IDP) 172 190 Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
White woodfree coated satin Permanent - scored back
matt finish for everyday
labelling requirements
Matt White Polyester (IDP) Stabilised matt white polyester
with polyester release liner for
optimum dimensional stability.
145
200 Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
Matt Silver Polyester (IDP) Stabilised matt silver opaque
polyester film. Waterproof, tear
resistant - use for critical
surfaces and where durability
is required. Material UL
approved (MH26322)
190 200 Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
Rayon Satin Fabric (IDP) White, supple, soft acetate silk
with a satin finish for labelling
flexible substrates e.g. clothing,
textiles, carpets, mattresses, etc.
Adhesive remains removable/
repositionable for several days.
210 230 Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
Matt White PE (Teslin®) (IDP) Filled, stabilised, polyethelene
specifically produced for HP
Indigo, hot fusing laser, ink jet
and litho printing. Labels for
harsh environments - BS5609
Part 2 approved.
290 260 Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
Cast Coated (IDP) White woodfree high gloss
cast coated for ‘top end’
labelling e.g. cosmetics
160 180 Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
Cast Coated Opaque (IDP) White woodfree high gloss
cast coated with an opaque
‘correction’ adhesive
160 180 Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
Antique White Laid (IDP) Natural pure cellulose paper,
antique white laid finish.
Excellent wet strength for
bottle labelling.
185 180 Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
(IDP) Colours - Red, Blue, Yellow and Green
Coated coloured stock for
distinctive labelling.
185 180 Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
Pearlescent Gold (IDP)
Coated gold (without metallic
inks) for labels of distinction.
190 190 Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
(IDP) Fluorescent Colours - Red, Orange, Yellow,
Green, Pink
Bright colours for eye catching
labelling applications.
185 ADHESIVE TYPES
Please ensure that the correct adhesive type is chosen for your particular end use
- samples for testing are available and recommended.
180 Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
Paper substrates - permanent
A good all round aqueous based acrylic adhesive forming a permanent
bond to most substrates.
Paper substrates - removable
A general purpose aqueous based acrylic removable adhesive.
Test results for removability are measured against glass.
SYNTHETICS
Gloss Clear Polyester (IDP) 145 200 Stabilised gloss clear polyester
with polyester release liner for
optimum dimensional stability.
Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
Cling’ adhesive - solid back & die cut labels
Translucent Matt Polyester (IDP) Stabilised matt translucent
(contact clear) polyester
with polyester release liner for
optimum dimensional stability.
Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
145 200 Gloss White Polyester (IDP) 145 200 Stabilised gloss white polyester
with polyester release liner for
optimum dimensional stability.
Permanent - solid back & die cut labels
Cling’ adhesive - solid back & die cut labels
Synthetic substrates (Polyesters) - permanent
Combined with the permanence of polyester films this aqueous acrylic
based permanent adhesive provides a water resistant bond in tough labelling environments.
Synthetic substrates (Polyesters) - cling adhesive
Designed for clean removal from flat non porous surfaces e.g. glass, metal : this
aqueous based acrylic ‘cling’ adhesive is ideal for window graphics, point of sale,
washroom labels etc.
BS5609 adhesive
In combination with Matt White PE (Teslin®) this heavy duty construction is
approved for hazardous goods labelling (BS5609 #2). The flexibility of the
Teslin also makes it an ideal choice for tight radius label applications (e.g. test tubes).
Additional SRA3 and A3 Materials for Litho and Laser Printing
In addition to the PCL3 Digital
materials the following grades
can be converted using the
PCL3 label formats.
These materials are
NOT suitable for
HP Indigo printing.
They are suitable for (and have
been tested on) hot fusing laser
digital and conventional litho or
screen printing.
White Permanent
This PCL standard white
permanent material is available
as flat sheet SRA3 and A3. It
can also be die cut to one of
the PCL3 label sizes.
Reference when ordering:
SRA3 - label size.
A3 - label size.
White Removable
This PCL standard white
removable material is available
as flat sheet SRA3 and A3. It
can also be die cut to one of
the PCL3 label sizes.
Reference when ordering:
SRA3 - label size - REM.
A3 - label size - REM.
Satin Gold and Silver
Primarily used for litho printing
- these sheets are also suitable
(with care) for hot fusing laser
digital presses.
Supplied in SRA3 or A3 flat
sheet or die cut labels.
Reference when ordering:
SRA3 - label size - SG (or SS).
A3 - label size - SG (or SS).
Please check our website: www.pcllabels.com for up to date information.