Labeling
We Got a New Toy—And It Prints Labels Like Nobody’s Business!
By Al the Label Guy Hot off the press, literally! We’ve added a new powerhouse to our printing press lineup—the HP Indigo 8K Digital Press. And trust us, this isn’t just an upgrade for us—it’s a game-changer for your brand. So, you might ask, what’s the big deal about the HP Indigo 8K? Well, I’m…
Read MorePrint Big or Go Home: Bulk Label Printing With Gamse
By Al the Label Guy We know getting a product on the shelf takes a lot of work. But how about some good news: Gamse is here to take at least one thing off your plate—labels. Specifically, printing them in bulk. Why? Because it’s smarter, cheaper, and just downright better. Why Bulk Labels? Because Math.…
Read MoreIs 2025 Your Year of Growth? It’s Time to Up Your Business’s Label Strategy Game
By Al the Label Guy Is greater growth and success at the top of your business’s New Year’s Resolution list for 2025? Of course it is! As we finish this chapter called 2024 and turn the page to 2025, now is the time to put those product development wish lists into action. Are you going…
Read MoreHoliday Spices and Cranberry Slices (or Sauces): Seasonal Product Labeling Strategy
By Al the Label Guy This is the moment cranberries and spices live for all year long—the holiday seasons! In fact, 85 percent of canned cranberries are sold during Thanksgiving and Christmas. That seasonal tradition starts as soon as the cans are packed, wrapped, shipped, shelved, purchased, and finally plated for all of us to…
Read MoreJarred Fruits, the Unsung Hero of the Food Groups! Let’s Make ‘Em Sing with a New Label
By Al the Label Guy Whoever said “fresh is best” when it comes to fruits has obviously never cracked open a jar of sweet and thick applesauce made from the juiciest apples this side of Aunt Mary’s orchard. And they have probably also not known the pleasure of smearing the thickest, ripest blackberry jam—directly from…
Read MoreProduct Labels that Make Life Easy for Lawn & Garden Enthusiasts
By Al the Label Guy Did you know that the average American spends over 70 hours on lawn and garden care every year? I mean, who doesn’t want flawless green grass, prize-winning flower gardens, and perfect straight hedges? Believe it or not, it won’t be long before those lawn loyalists put away their spring and…
Read MoreThanksgiving in August? It was Almost a Thing. But it’s Still Time to Think About Holiday Labels
I know, I know, the summer isn’t even over and we’re already talking about Thanksgiving. But, if Abraham Lincoln, our 16th president had had his way, Thanksgiving would have been in August. Yep, that’s true. Back in 1863, Abe issued the original Thanksgiving Proclamation, recommending that the national holiday be on August 6. Whew, can…
Read MoreFinding YOUR Summer
By Al the Label Guy Flip flops. Homemade ice cream. Swimming pools. Fresh fruits and veggies. Forgive us for waxing nostalgic for a moment, but summertime just does that to us, doesn’t it? It seems to bring on a sense of boundless possibilities and freedom. Plus this year, we have the added excitement of the…
Read MoreAre Your Labels Ready for Summer?
By Al the Label Guy What’s a pool party without a refreshing cold beverage? What’s a backyard BBQ without ketchup? What’s a family get-together without Aunt Lucy’s famous black bean salad? And what would Taco Tuesday be this summer without the right seasonings? No fun is the right answer! So, if you have great products…
Read MoreRound Two: Getting Even More Flexible with Flexo Printing
By Al the Label Guy When we started our conversation about flexographic labels last month, we realized we couldn’t get enough. It just might be our favorite label printing process (but we like them all). So, we’re back for more! What is it about flexo printing that makes it a superior choice over other processes?…
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