Custom Printed Roll Stock for Automated Packaging Lines
Roll stock is printed flexible film supplied on a roll for conversion into packages on automated equipment. A useful quote requires more technical details than a finished pouch, including machine type, web width, repeat, unwind direction, core, maximum roll diameter and sealant requirements.
Build the specification around the product
Use these common decision points to prepare a more complete request.
Form-fill-seal film
Film for vertical or horizontal forming, filling and sealing equipment.
Sachet packaging
Single-use and portion-control formats for powders, liquids or small products.
Flow wrap
Printed webs for bars, snacks and other horizontal wrapping applications.
Machine compatibility
Specifications organized around equipment and operating conditions.
Custom barriers
Structures selected around moisture, oxygen, aroma, grease or light needs.
Multi-SKU graphics
Coordinate multiple artworks that share a common material and web setup.
What is roll stock packaging?
Roll stock—also called rollstock—is a continuous web of flexible packaging film. It is printed, laminated where required and wound to a defined specification. Your packaging machine then forms and seals the web around the product.
Technical information needed for roll stock
The most important quote details are the package drawing or web specification, film width, repeat length, unwind direction, core size, maximum outer diameter, splice requirements, eye mark details and sealing conditions. If these are unknown, include the machine make and model plus a photo of the current roll label.
Sachet packaging and single-use formats
Sachet packaging is commonly used for samples, powders, condiments, supplements, personal care and other portion-controlled products. The product type, dose, tear requirement, seal integrity and filling speed all affect the film recommendation.
Roll stock barrier and sealant layers
The outer layer supports print and handling, intermediate layers may add barrier or stiffness, and the inner sealant layer must match the product and equipment. Product chemistry, fill temperature, sealing window and target shelf life should be disclosed during quoting.
Have a roll stock specification or machine details?
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Roll Stock FAQ
What information is required for a roll stock quote?
Provide web width, repeat, unwind direction, core size, maximum outer diameter, material structure if known, machine type, product, quantity and number of SKUs.
What is unwind direction?
Unwind direction describes how the printed web feeds off the roll and into the packaging machine. It affects artwork orientation and machine compatibility.
Can roll stock be used for sachet packaging?
Yes. Sachets are commonly formed from roll stock on automated packaging equipment.
Can you match an existing roll stock film?
An existing specification, roll label, sample and machine details can help evaluate a match. Performance should be validated for the actual product and equipment.
How is roll stock quantity measured?
It may be quoted by impressions, linear length, roll count or weight depending on the project and production method.
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