Custom Label Services

Artwork (Setup)

InterWest Label generates all artwork in-house and accepts digital or camera-ready artwork for custom labels. If there is no artwork provided there may be a charge of $40 per hour for artwork creation. InterWest Label will not charge setup fees if artwork is provided, however the plate fees still apply.

Label Proofs

A signed proof must be on file with InterWest Label prior to production of any custom order. Color laser proofs are provided to help visualize the final print. The proof must be signed by the person authorized to pass on the work. Once a proof is accepted a custom label order number will be issued for future re-ordering.

Printing Plates

One time plate charge of $45 per color will apply on the first order, maximum of four colors. This includes all setup fees: typesetting, logo scans, one full color laser proof, plate and negative. All artwork will remain on file with InterWest Label. Backside timing marks are provided at no additional charge.

Existing Custom Labels

The standard setup fees do not apply to existing custom labels that Interwest Label is not currently producing. However a sample of the custom label must be provided to InterWest Label prior to production and an order of 5 cases or more must be placed.

Ink Colors

InterWest Label utilizes the Pantone Matching System. We have the capabilities to mix any color from the Pantone Color guide. There are no extra charges for standard custom colors on custom printed labels. The stock labels on this website are printed with the following ink colors:

  • PROCESS YELLOW
  • 467 BROWN
  • 199 RED
  • 469 BROWN
  • 032 PANTONE RED
  • 360 GREEN
  • RUBINE RED
  • 348 GREEN
  • REFLEX BLUE
  • 021 ORANGE
  • PROCESS BLUE
  • PROCESS BLACK
  • PANTONE PURPLE
  • 305 BLUE

Thermal Print Heads & Ink

It is recommended that the printable areas of the label be free from ink. Extra cleaning of the print heads will be required if ink is present in the thermal printer fields. InterWest Label can not guarantee label performance if customer specifies ink coverage in thermal printer fields. This is most important if a flood coating of ink is required over the entire paper surface.

Minimum Orders

The minimum order for a custom order label is five cases.

Over/Under Runs

Custom labels are subject to a 10% over/under run.

Combining Orders

Orders of custom labels and stock labels can be combined on the same order, however please allow for extra time to produce custom labels.

Notes

All labels on this website can be customized with any text, logo, format, or artwork: maximum of 4 colors. If you are interested in a label size not found in this catalog please contact customer service for information.