Transfer metallizing

A 0.02 micron (0.05 gsm) layer of aluminium is vacuum deposited onto a coated film, which is adhesive laminated to the chosen substrate of paper board or film.

Following a controlled cure cycle the carrier film is removed leaving the print primed metallic surface on the substrate. The print primer which is VA, is corona treated to ensure subsequent print performance.

The coating, which adds only 6 gsm to the base weight, is available in brilliant silver, gold and holographic finishes on a wide variety of coated and uncoated substrates.

Benefits

Reduced pack weight

The transfer metallizing process only adds 6 gsm to the base weight of the chosen substrate. Whereas laminated alternatives can add up to 20 gsm, Giving a significant weight reduction for environmentally conscious end users.

Recycling

Valvac being a coated product is considered to be a mono structure which can be recycled using conventional techniques, enhancing the environmental character of the product. Valvac allows all parties to show their commitment to the environment, whilst maintaining the high aesthetic quality of the finished product.

Processing

Due to the mono structure of Valvac, improved folding, die cutting and embossing characteristics will be noted. Combining these benefits with low swarf and the improvement in guillotine and die cutter life over current alternatives puts Valvac in a class of its own.

No film

As Valvac transfer metallised materials have no film laminated to their surface, there is no film delamination risk during printing and post conversion. Valvac also gives added process advantages in converting where folding and gluing are necessary.

Fibre tear

The Valvac VA primed grade is the ideal base to manufacture blister cards giving full fibre tear which is essential for security but unachievable using alternative laminated grades.

Marketing

Valvac transfer metallized products let your brands do the talking on the shelf. The use of transfer metallized packaging has been shown to have measurable economic value through increased sales, market share and, most importantly, profits.