The secret of the custom printing process of tin cans

The secret of the custom printing process of tin cans

When browsing our website, many customers often notice that the tin cans on display have been printed with patterns. They curiously ask us if we have unprinted tin cans so that they can print their company's logo. Faced with such inquiries, our salesmen always patiently explain that the production process of tin cans is to print first, and then carry out subsequent processes such as cutting to finally form a complete tin can. This explanation often makes customers suddenly realize. So, what is the printing process of tin cans? Today, let us uncover this mystery together.

The operation process of tin can printing is quite complicated and involves multiple steps. First, customers need to provide design drawings, usually in AI or CorelDRAW format. These drawings are the basis of printing and determine the final appearance of the tin can. Next, the design drawings will be used to make film, which is an important part of the printing process.

After the film is made, the size of the tin box needs to be determined. This includes the size of the lid, bottom and can body to ensure that the printed pattern can accurately correspond to each part of the tin can. After the film is made, the next steps are duplication, processing, imposition, exposure, development and washing. These steps are all to prepare the printing plate and ensure the accuracy and clarity of the pattern during the printing process.

The printing process itself is carried out in the order of CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow, black). This four-color printing method can reproduce rich colors, making the pattern of the tin can more vivid and realistic. After printing, the tin can needs to be dried at high temperature to ensure the firm adhesion of the ink.

Finally, the tin can will be oiled, and you can choose varnish or matte oil. This step can not only protect the printed pattern, but also increase the gloss or matte effect of the tin can and enhance the overall texture of the product.

The printing process of the tin can is completed step by step. Each link requires precise operation and strict quality control to ensure the high quality and beauty of the final product. Through this process, customers can print their own LOGO or any other design on the tin can to achieve personalized customization of the product. This customized service not only meets the needs of customers, but also adds unique value to our products.