Use this spec list to make sure that all your artwork is ready for use.

 

Specifications

RONPAK Flexographic Printing uses PMS or Spot colors only.
Print Capabilities: Bags4 PMS colors; Wraps6 PMS colors.
We do not print 4-color process (CMYK or RGB).

  • Provide a 100% laser proof and color breakdown.
  • Include original source and application files, including linked graphics – Do not embed graphics in your document.
  • File format used (for images only) EPS/TIFF
  • All fonts both screen and printer should be included (if not outlined).
  • Make sure your artwork is built using spot colors and in vector based application (Illus.)
  • Do not include files that are not used in your document.
  • Do not compress your file.
  • Unsupported Software: Corel Draw – Microsoft (NO).

 

Software

  • Supported software: Illustrator 10/CS2, Photoshop 6/CS2, InDesignCS in Mac format.
  • Supported Media: Zip100, CD-Rom.

 

Art and Creative

  • Artwork preferred at 100% of finished size and created in Illustrator 10, CS2 or InDesign CS (Mac) – specify percentage if other than 100%.
  • Produce all color plates including white backup if included in design.
  • Provide a full size color match print proof, indicate PMS color(s) on proof or on separations.
  • Indicate Keyline with art in position

 

Screens

  • 55 line (3%-85%) for flexographic printing.
  • Screens cannot overlap screens.
  • Screens can overprint a single PMS or Spot Color to create another color.

 

Registration

  • Horizontal and vertical 1 pt x 3/8 ‘’ center line rules (No Targets).
  • Avoid tight fitting areas that will cause difficult registration.

 

Types and Trapping

  • 1/32 " minimum for Ronpak flexo printing.
  • Fine line 1 pt. Pos; 3 pt. Rev.
  • Type size 7 pt. Pos; 8 pt. bold Rev. (variable not less than 8 pt.)

 

Position of Art

  • All Ronpak templates will have shaded area indicates - no print (glue seams).