Kaufman Container continues to expand its decorating capabilities based on customer demand. Its Special Services decorating division, particularly its heat-shrink labeling exemplifies the trend. Nearly 15 years ago Kaufman introduced its first heat-shrink line due to large demand from a lip balm customer. Once the capability was added to Kaufman’s range of decorating options, its heat-shrink business quickly expanded.

About five years ago, the Cleveland, OH-based company added a new piece of equipment to work with larger containers—expanding the size range from 1oz. to one liter. Most recently, Kaufman added a steam tunnel option to the hot-air means of labeling it currently produces; this allows more diversity and another alternative to its heat shrink capabilities.

According to Kaufman, the advantages of using heat-shrink labeling include the ability to label over compound curves, to decorate very unique shaped bottles, and to offer 360-degree display area with graphic interest. Almost any material can now be labeled—including plastic, glass, and metal—and the product can be filled or unfilled on the line. For more information on how to “shrink” your product for maximum shelf appeal, contact Kaufman at (800) 824-4119.

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