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Overwraps Flexibles specializes in printing, laminating, and converting flexible film for packaging needs.
In order to become a customer, please contact us here. We will need the following: Credit application/ Tax form, project scope/ specifications.
For standard new orders, lead times are four to six weeks after artwork is approved, and for repeat orders, lead times are three to four weeks. Raw material supply may add to these time frames. If you are under tight deadlines, let us know and we'll do our best to meet your needs.
Overwraps does not have a minimum order quantity. Our printing capabilities become very efficient at 10 million square inches or more. We do run many orders with small print quantities.
We need artwork (web width and repeat/ cutoff; number of colors, ink %), film structure, order quantity, unwind (if roll-stock), outside diameter of customer rolls, and ship-to location.
We do flexographic printing
Pre-press/ Print Spec sheet
Yes, we do all prepress in-house utilizing Kodak Flexcel high definition flexographic insight systems.
Yes, we have a state of the art photopolymer plate making system in-house in Dallas, Texas.
Standard line screen is 150. We have the capability to produce printed film up to 200 line screen.
FTP site (Hyperlink) or use your favorite file transfer site (ie. Dropbox)
You should receive a PDF/ die-line within 3-5 working days.
Yes, we provide color accurate proofs for all jobs containing process images. We require a signed and approved color proof prior to printing.
Yes, we welcome press approvals on all new jobs. We typically schedule press approvals for day shift, mid-week.
We use both solvent and water based ink systems - including extended gamut.
Preface
Extrusion lamination is a good manufacturing method and is widely and appropriately used in the snack food industry. However, there are considerations for and situations in which Adhesive Lamination is a superior choice. Definitions
Extrusion – melted PE (polyethylene) used as the binder between layers of packaging film. Adhesive – 100% solids Solvent-less Adhesive Laminations (SAL), using a 2 part epoxy glue to bond layers of packaging film. We use SAL vs. solvent or water based Adhesive processes. 1. Adhesive Laminations Perform Better with Hydroscopic products like Popcorn
Hydroscopic products (Ex. Popcorn, Puffed Snacks, Pork Rinds, Corn Products, Sugar/Splenda) will readily absorb odors.
Melted PE from Extrusion Laminations could be absorbed and produce a plastic odor for consumers. 2. Adhesive Laminations have Improved Machinability at Packaging Facilities
Because Extrusion Laminations can have a relatively uneven distribution on PE extrudate, there are occasional occurrences of roll confirmation issues, such as gauge bands, hard edges and curled edges.
Since the Adhesive is applied more evenly, the rolls are perfectly flat and easier to process in your plant with minimal tracking issues. 3. Adhesive Laminations are More Sustainable and have a Smaller Carbon Footprint
OPP/Adh/OPP is a more recyclable product that a OPP/PE Ext./OPP structure. There is a higher value for OPP/Adh/OPP on the secondary/recycle market.
It takes considerably less energy to produce Adhesive Laminations compared to melting PE resin pellets.
The Extrusion Process emits a great deal of pollutants into the environment in the form of airborne burned PE and black PE tar in the chimney and on the roof. Adhesive Laminations have no VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds).
No, we do not fill packaging. We do make film that can be filled on a VFFS or HFFS machine.
Yes, we will work with you to develop the best structure with the proper MVTR, OVTR and light transmission properties best suited for your application.
We are happy to send you already printed samples of work we have done both in roll-stock and/ or pre-made bags.
We do not supply mock-ups/ proto-types of bag-making in house. However, we do work with industry partners that can provide small quantity mock ups (as little as 1) so that you can view your product before committing to a large quantity order.