Why is offset printing preferred in the packaging industry?

Whether you sell a product in a plastic package or a plastic bottle; the one thing that is sure to be there on the packet or the bottle is the information about the product. The detailed information of the product can be written on the package using offset printing machine. 

Listed below are the reasons that explain why offset printing is preferred over other methods of printing for packaging:

•  In order to print on round containers, offset printing is the best possible option available. Applying graphics to a round container is a very difficult task but with the help of offset printing machine; this can be done easily.

• In offset printing the ink is transported to an intermediate rubber blanket first and then to the container to print the image. By transporting the ink from the plate to the blanket, and then to the container, you can get a more comprehensive transfer of ink.

• Compared to other printing techniques the plates used for offset printing are inexpensive and can be made easily. This can be an added advantage for those who are looking for saving a lot of money.

•  Offset printing works perfectly for flexible packaging of items such as candy, snacks, coffee beans, etc.

• This type of printing is ideal for applying multiple colors, consecutively in a single pass via the press. It is possible to print photographic quality images that can result in outstanding graphics on packaging.

• In offset printing, the level of printing is excellent especially when it comes to fine lines and small letters.

• As the professional color matching systems are present, you can get exactly the color you want. Offset printing can create large areas of single colors, in addition to gradient and halftone effects of multiple colors at very high resolution.

With so many benefits to offer, offset printing has certainly become an integral part of the packaging industry.

A number of offset printers like the Komori Printing Machine are widely available in the market these days. These machines are known to offer world class facilities at very affordable cost. Owing to the popularity of these machines most press owners prefer using them for their regular printing work. Also, companies who cannot afford to buy the new machines can contact the suppliers who sell the second hand printing machines to the clients after thoroughly testing them to make sure that the printing machines are of excellent quality and functionality. 

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