Today, we will break down the types of lamination used in our packaging to help you better understand the importance of lamination to packaging. How does lamination empower your brand?
What is lamination?
Lamination is a process that creates a transparent protective film by laminating a plastic film to printed materials. This not only protects the packaging but also enhances its quality. If you are an eco-friendly brand, we may use an oil-based process instead of lamination, or use biodegradable and eco-friendly film materials such as PLA and PBAT, balancing protection and sustainability.
The role of coating
Basic protective function: It can effectively prevent the edges of paper from cracking and protect the packaging pattern from being scratched. It also has waterproof and anti-fouling effects, extending the service life of paper packaging. It is especially suitable for packaging that needs to be frequently transported or displayed for a long time.
Visual and tactile upgrade: Different types of laminations can give the packaging different textures, directly improving the product grade. For example, glossy film makes the color more vivid, matte film makes the texture more low-key, and tactile film can simulate the velvet texture, making the packaging more high-end.
Lamination and process sequence
The order of lamination and subsequent processing needs to be adjusted according to process requirements and is not a fixed pattern. The reasons are as follows:
Lamination before processing: Suitable for processes such as UV printing and embossing. If lamination is done before processing, the glossy effect of the local UV or the texture of the embossed surface will be covered, affecting the presentation of the process.
Processing before lamination: Suitable for hot stamping, embossing , CMYK and other processes. Ensure that these processes are in direct contact with the paper.
Types of coating and applicable scenarios
We offer a variety of lamination options that can be flexibly matched to brand needs and product characteristics:
Lamination type | Core Features | Applicable Scenarios |
Bright film | High gloss, enhanced color vividness | Brightly colored gift boxes |
Matt film | Low gloss, low-key texture, not easy to leave fingerprints | Packaging that needs to highlight texture and avoid fingerprint residue |
touch film | It feels velvety smooth and delicate, making the packaging look high-quality | Pursuing high-end tactile experience packaging and luxury gift boxes |
Pearlescent film | Shows soft pearlescent feeling under different light | High-end gift packaging, holiday gift boxes, jewelry boxes |
Laser film
| Gorgeous and colorful, with beautiful colorful light under the light | requires anti-counterfeiting, pursues colorful effects , and fast fashion gift boxes |
Anti-scratch film | Can block daily friction and prevent the gift box from being scratched | Black gift box, high-end texture gift box |
The above are common types of lamination, which can be selected according to needs; special attention should be paid: lamination will cover the texture and texture of the specialty paper itself, so lamination is generally not recommended for specialty paper packaging.
Laminated gift box case
This folding box is for the clothing industry. Our American customer uses a bright film to make his box more prominent and eye-catching. This customer has been working with us for over 5 years and has placed two return orders every year . The customer has always recognized our quality and service. If you have any packaging needs, please contact JS Packaging.
highlights the cigar brand’s understated elegance and prevents fingerprints, ensuring the box maintains a clean, refined appearance . This customer has been with us for over four years, placing regular orders annually and consistently praising our quality control and attentive service. If you require custom packaging solutions, please contact JS Packaging!
How to customize the film packaging?
At JS Packaging , we pay attention to every detail. Whether you need to use lamination technology to add protection to your packaging or use FSC materials to implement environmental protection concepts, we can match the most suitable packaging solution for you.
Don’t hesitate, contact JS Packaging and you will enjoy the highest level of customized packaging services.
