Print on 40+ Specialty Substrates for Any Application
Production on 40+ substrate options including magnetic sheets, vinyl decals, kraft paper, synthetic waterproof materials, metallic foils, and clear films. Each material is tested and matched to your specific application requirements — from outdoor durability to food-safe contact surfaces.
What Sets Our Specialty Materials Apart
40+ Substrate Library
Maintain an extensive substrate inventory including magnetic sheets, vinyl, kraft, synthetics, metallic foils, clear films, and specialty adhesives — all tested for print compatibility and durability.
Material Testing Lab
In-house testing for adhesion, UV resistance, waterproofing, temperature tolerance, and chemical resistance. Every substrate is validated for your specific use case before production.
Custom Material Sourcing
Can't find what you need in our standard library? Our sourcing team procures custom substrates from global suppliers, with full testing and qualification before production begins.
Application-Matched Adhesives
Permanent, removable, repositionable, static-cling, and freeze-grade adhesive options. We match adhesive performance to your surface type, environment, and removal requirements.
Pre-Production Material Samples
Receive physical material samples with your artwork printed on up to 3 substrate options before committing to a production run. No charge for standard sample requests.
Technical Specifications
Materials We Work With
- Magnetic Sheets (flexible, printable)
- Cast & Calendered Vinyl
- Kraft Paper (bleached & unbleached)
- Synthetic Polypropylene (BOPP)
- Polyester (PET) Film
- Metallic Foil Board
- Clear & Frosted Films
- Holographic & Reflective Films
Common Use Cases
- ■Refrigerator magnets & magnetic signs
- ■Outdoor vinyl decals & vehicle wraps
- ■Eco-friendly kraft packaging & labels
- ■Waterproof product labels
- ■Asset tags & equipment labels
- ■Window clings & static-cling decals
Pharmaceutical Company — Waterproof Compliance Labeling
Challenge
A pharmaceutical distributor needed tamper-evident, waterproof labels that could withstand cold-chain logistics (-30°C to +25°C) while maintaining barcode scanability and regulatory compliance text legibility.
Solution
We developed a custom label solution using polyester (PET) film with freeze-grade permanent adhesive. Laminated with a matte overcoat for glare-free scanning and tested through 50 freeze-thaw cycles in our material testing lab.
Result
Zero label failures across 500,000 units shipped through cold-chain distribution. Barcode scan rate maintained at 99.8% after freeze-thaw exposure, exceeding the client's 99% threshold requirement.
500,000
Units Shipped
0%
Label Failure Rate
99.8%
Scan Success Rate
-30°C to +25°C
Temperature Range Tested
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get material samples before placing a full order?
Yes. We provide free material samples with your artwork printed on up to 3 substrate options. This allows you to test adhesion, durability, and appearance in your actual application environment before committing to production.
What is the most durable material for outdoor applications?
For outdoor use, we recommend cast vinyl with UV-resistant lamination, rated for up to 5 years of outdoor exposure. For extreme conditions, polyester (PET) film with permanent adhesive offers superior chemical and temperature resistance.
Do you offer food-safe printing materials?
Yes. We carry FDA 21 CFR and EU 1935/2004 compliant substrates suitable for direct and indirect food contact. These include food-grade BOPP, specialized coated papers, and water-based adhesive options.
Can you source materials not in your standard inventory?
Absolutely. Our sourcing team regularly procures specialty substrates from global suppliers. Custom material sourcing typically adds 2–3 weeks to the initial order timeline for testing and qualification.
Explore More Capabilities
Custom Print Production
High-volume offset and on-demand digital production for packaging, labels, inserts, and marketing collateral. Our Heidelberg 6-color press technology delivers consistent color accuracy across production runs of any scale — from 500 to 5,000,000 units.
Learn more →Custom Shapes & Premium FinishesDie-Cut & Finishing
Precision die-cutting for custom shapes combined with premium finishing options including UV coating, hot foil stamping, embossing, debossing, spot varnish, and lamination. All finishing processes are executed in-house for quality control and faster turnaround.
Learn more →Branded Merchandise & KittingPromotional & DIY Goods
Full-service branded merchandise production including stickers, decals, temporary tattoos, magnets, badges, keychains, and custom kits. Assembly and kitting services available for turnkey fulfillment — from concept to individually packed, retail-ready product.
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Learn more →Ready to Get Started with Specialty Materials?
Tell us about your project requirements and get a custom quote within 24 hours. No minimums on digital production — start with a prototype and scale to millions.