Sihl is presenting new solutions and innovations from the Label Facestock, ARTYSIO Flexible Packaging and Tags segments.

In the label Facestock area, Sihl is showing two new products: PICOFILM WO-80 matt ZM1 (8002) and PICOFILM WO-110 matt ZM1 (8003) for the first time. The ZM1 coating is a new matt, highly resistant coating for water-based inkjet printing.

It is also resistant to a wide range of chemicals and at the same time shows a high quality print image. This makes the products suitable for many demanding label applications, for example in home & personal care, pharmaceutical applications or in the oil and chemical industry.

When transporting goods by sea, long distances have to be covered, often in extreme weather conditions. Labels are used to reliably label goods of any class, e.g. also hazardous substances or toxic chemicals, according to GHS. The approval of the ZM1 coating on the Epson C6500 and C4000 printers in accordance with the globally recognised BS5609 Section 3 standard guarantees reliable, resistant labelling for such applications.

Labels on Demand
With the ENDURO and PICOFILM ranges, Sihl offers solutions for decentralized on-demand printing of tear-resistant labels for short runs. This makes it possible to flexibly design blank labels without pre-printing and at the same time fulfil customer requests for personalization.

Also introduces is a new application area for the ENDURO Premium 150 matt (6900) and ENDURO Effect 140 Water improved (6912) – wristbands for access control and identification. These material strips, which are worn around the wrist, facilitate, for example, the identification of guests at events, concerts, in water parks, etc. As the products are very hard-wearing and tear-resistant, they are ideal for this area of application and offer many advantages over other materials.

Sustainability plays a major role for the entire range and Sihl is constantly working on its products to make them more sustainable and conserve resources. For example, the ENDURO Classic 145 K (6946) now has a PCR content of 90%. It is also PVC-free and FSC-certified.

ARTYSIO Packaging
In the area of flexible packaging, Labelexpo visitoes can see the new “Pack&Print“ solution. Here, stand-up pouches are made from ARTYSIO film, which can then be individually printed using aqueous inkjet or laser processes and finally filled. This, Sihl says, sets new standards in the industry for small, highly flexible customer orders of up to 10,000 pieces. In addition, transport and storage costs are saved and the delivery time is shortened considerably.