Follow the guidelines below for the easiest, fastest, and most cost-effective production with our team.
Our Art department currently uses Adobe Creative Cloud.
Preferred File Formats: Illustrator EPS, AI, or PDF
Minimum resolution for photos and images: 300 dpi
8 station maximum. Can be 4 color process, PMS, or a combination of both.
Maximum Label Size: 13 x 23.875
Minimum Type Size (Positive): 3
Minimum Type Size (Reverse): 4
Text must be outlined or the font must be sent with the artwork file.
Choosing the right font is an important part of any design, and it is also crucial to pick the right font and size that will print the best as well.
We recommend font sizes no less than 5pt and even then, check to make sure your font is not too thin; otherwise, it could be hard to read or completely ineligible. If you require small text we recommend using a font that is easy to read and using 100% black.
If you require white or light-colored text to print we recommend using a 6pt to 7pt instead.
Please check all artwork for spelling or typing mistakes before submission.
Shadows and gradients will print darker than they appear. They cannot fade to 0 and should be removed or extended.
Process and PMS colors with bleed butting up against each other can cause an overlap of darkened area.
Yellow has a tendency to mix with nearby colors.
4 Color Process can appear differently on every screen, printer, and press. We recommend brand colors be provided as PMS colors for matching.
Only select PMS colors can be converted to CYMK – ie: bright orange cannot be made up of CYMK.
Barcodes will not scan if printed in red, orange, or yellow colors.
Pantone Purple & Rhodamine will bleed under laminate and need special coating.