Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Manufacturer of Custom Pressure-Sensitive Labels
Print-O-Tape has been a leader in pressure-sensitive label manufacturing for nearly 70 years, serving global clients with high-quality, cost-effective solutions. Our vertically integrated operations allow us to control production from material creation to final label delivery, ensuring innovation, quality, and competitive pricing. We specialize in custom and stock labels, RFID labels, thermal transfer ribbons, and advanced graphic design services tailored to diverse industries. Our patented adhesive and silicone coating technologies enable us to produce materials that meet and exceed industry standards, giving us a unique edge in the market. With state-of-the-art facilities in Mundelein, Illinois, we combine cutting-edge technology with rigorous quality control to meet complex labeling needs across transportation, retail, pharmaceutical, and packaging sectors.Our services extend to pre-press design, vendor-managed inventory, and custom toll coating, adding value to long-term client relationships. We maintain a 10-color flexographic printing capability and a vast library of cutting dies to meet precise label specifications. Our teams expertise in material science and regulatory compliance ensures labels perform optimally in demanding environments. We prioritize rapid turnaround times for design projects and offer same-day shipping for in-stock products. Our commitment to continuous improvement through personnel and technological investments solidifies our position as an industry innovator and trusted partner for labeling solutions.
Services
Stock Labels
Custom Labels
RFID Labels
Graphic Design
Roll Stock Production
Thermal Transfer Ribbons
Toll Coating Services
Pre-Press Solutions
Vendor Managed Inventory
Barcode Labeling
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- We hold a U.S. Patent for tandem silicone and adhesive coating technology, enabling unique material production.
- Our vertically integrated operations reduce costs and enhance supply chain reliability.
- We support 10-color flexographic printing with substrates up to 20 wide for complex label requirements.
- Our thermal transfer ribbons are compatible with all common printers for secondary packaging applications.
- We provide rapid-turnaround graphic design and on-press technical support for label optimization.
Associations and certifications
- United States Patent Office
Services
Custom Labels
Custom labels are designed for primary packaging needs using 10-color flexographic and UV flexographic printing. Our capabilities include multi-sided printing, lamination, and die-cutting with substrates up to 20 wide. Clients receive tailored solutions for brand identification, shelf appeal, and application-specific durability.
RFID Labels
We produce high-volume RFID labels for transportation, retail, and pharmaceutical markets. Our RFID solutions utilize high-speed manufacturing equipment to ensure reliable performance in tracking and inventory management systems. These labels are engineered for durability in demanding environments.
Roll Stock Production
Our patented tandem coating process applies silicone and adhesive simultaneously to paper and synthetic substrates. This vertical integration ensures material quality control and cost efficiency. We offer slit-to-spec stock materials and custom-coated solutions for converters.
Graphic Design
Our full-service graphics team provides rapid design turnaround using updated software and regulatory expertise. We collaborate with client art departments to ensure compliance with industry standards while maintaining creative branding elements and printability.
Thermal Transfer Ribbons
We supply a comprehensive range of thermal transfer ribbons compatible with major printer brands. These ribbons are optimized for barcode clarity and durability in on-demand printing applications, ensuring scannable accuracy and long-term adhesion.
Questions
What label materials can Print-O-Tape produce?
We manufacture pressure-sensitive materials in paper, synthetic films, and specialty substrates using patented coating technology for custom applications.
Do you offer same-day shipping for stock labels?
Yes, in-stock thermal transfer and direct thermal label products are available for same-day shipping in roll or fan-folded formats.
Can Print-O-Tape handle large-scale RFID label orders?
Our high-speed RFID label manufacturing includes quality inspection systems to meet volume demands in transportation and pharmaceutical sectors.
What printing capabilities does Print-O-Tape have?
We support 4-20” web widths with up to 10-color flexographic printing, including UV flexo, lamination, and precision die-cutting options.
Do you offer toll coating services for other converters?
Yes, we custom coat adhesives and silicones up to 60” wide for label printers, providing stock and custom slit materials for their presses.
How does Print-O-Tape ensure label quality?
Our analytical lab monitors production steps, and we offer pre-press testing and on-press technical support to verify label performance.
