Images Magazine Digital Edition August 2018

www.images-magazine.com AUGUST 2018 images 25 IS BRAND PROFILE [Above] Swing tickets: Paper and card are the most popular choices for swing tickets, whether they are coated, uncoated, recycled, textured or plastic-like (plike). They can also be made in fabric such as canvas, cotton, felt, metal, plastic, wood or faux leather. They can be die cut to any shape, and processes such as foil blocking, distressing and stitching are also available. The wide choice of strings and cords stretches from thick rope string to satin ribbon [Above] Metal decals: These can be stitched on or attached with a press machine, depending on the style. The version pictured has flexible rear prongs that can be pushed through the material and then splayed out, ideal for handbags and purses [Above] Printed labels: Whether it‘s soft, natural cotton, polyester satin or TPU, UKP Accessories can make it. Designs can be Pantone-matched, and full colour photographic designs printed in CMYK are also possible. A variety of styles are available, from mitre folds to centre folds [Above] Woven labels: Damask woven labels are the most popular choice thanks to the clarity they bring to fine designs and details text. Satin woven labels offer a less detailed yet smooth and shiny appearance, while those looking for a lower cost option can plump for taffeta. Special woven effects are available, such as denim look, die cutting and padding. They come in a variety of folded styles, and need to be sewn on INVEST FOR SUCCESS For those willing to invest in a press machine, there are more options open to them for in-house application, such as jeans rivets, snap fasteners, jeans buttons, decals and metal eyelets – UKP Accessories will supply a die-set with these products to fit your press machine. [Above] TPU labels: TPU is versatile and environmentally friendly with good elasticity and a resistance to grease and abrasion. Flat TPU labels are popular in childrenswear, while moulded TPU provides a lightweight option for outer branding of garments. Flat TPU labels are generally stitched into the seam; moulded TPU labels can also be stitched, or they can be combined with a base material that has a heat-seal backing [Above] Zipper pulls: Die-cast metal zipper pulls, which are durable and strong, can be engraved or embossed then finished in a range of metal-plated, enamel or rubber-coated colours. Another version is injection-mould PVC, which allows full colour designs that can either be embossed, debossed or printed. Finally, there are real or imitation leather zip pullers, and woven polyester, an economical choice that can be added to an existing, unbranded metal puller [Above] The Loot cord end: This uses a brass material with a rubber finish and laser logo. The cord is usually glued into the end and it can be crimped at the opening to make more secure [Left] Leather labels: Real leather and imitation leather labels are available, with the latter being less prone to shrinkage and loss of colour. Logos can be hot stamped, embossed, printed or laser engraved, and cracked effect, suede and horsehair finishes are options. UKP can add a hot stamped stitch groove or stitch holes if the labels are to be sewn on, or they can be supplied with a heat-applied backing