Process	In-mould labeling
	Inmould labeling enables injection moulding and 3D decoration in one working step. A printed foil is placed in an injection mould and injection of a molten plastic is carried out. Decoration is transferred only to the areas in contact with the molten plastic as the foil melts together with the plastic. The process is widely used for decoration in different industries such as automotive, electronics, cosmetic, computer, etc.
Danish Name	In-mould labeling
Category	Surface treatments, printing and painting
Materials	Most thermoplastics e.g.: ABS PC PP PS
Typical products	Lid for food container Photo frame Shaver front panel Vacuum cleaner front panel
References	Bolta-Werke GmbH Ikadan
Price notes	The elimination of further costly decoration steps makes inmould printing a low cost solution.
Photo	Tomas Benzon
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