PAD Printing Services

 

Pad printing is quick, cost effective and ideal for achieving high quality, small prints. The decision between pad printing and hot stamped foil printing depends on the product's geometry, function and aesthetic goals. Pad printing is better suited to detailed images on irregular shapes, making it ideal for items with recesses, curves or textured surfaces.

SR Plastics performs pad printing on molded flexible products in accordance with customer’s requirements and specifications.

 

Core Services

 

Precision Pad Printing Equipment & Operation

- Specialized pad‑printing machines capable of single‑color or multi‑color printing.

- Ability to print on flat, curved, textured, or irregular surfaces.

- Controlled ink transfer for crisp, consistent graphics.

 

Custom Artwork & Plate (Cliché) Creation

- Development of custom etched plates that hold the artwork.

- Assistance with artwork preparation, sizing, and resolution.

- Multi‑plate setups for multi‑color or complex designs.

 

Surface Preparation & Quality Control

- Cleaning and prepping molded parts for optimal ink adhesion.

- Testing for adhesion, abrasion resistance, and color consistency.

- Inspection for defects like smudging, misalignment, or incomplete transfer.

 

Integration With Injection Molding Workflow

- Mold the part

- Print the graphics in‑house

-Deliver a fully finished, ready‑to‑use component

- This reduces lead time, cost, and handling.

 

Pad Printing Benefits

 

Ability to Print on Complex Shapes

- Pad printing excels where other methods struggle:

- Curved surfaces

- Recessed areas

- Textured plastics

- Small or detailed components

 

High‑Quality, Detailed Graphics

- Fine lines, small text, and intricate logos.

- Sharp, clean edges with excellent repeatability.

 

Cost‑Effective Decoration

- Lower tooling cost than hot stamping or in‑mold labeling.

- Fast setup for small or medium production runs.

 

SR Plastics pad printing provides a complete decorative and branding solution for molded plastic parts. It’s ideal for customers who need detailed, durable graphics applied to complex shapes—without the cost or limitations of other printing methods.