Question 1

Do you provide a labeling service for individuals / small businesses as well?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! We aim to serve ALL sectors of the Namibian market — from industrial manufacturers and retailers to the smallest home-based business.

Question 2

What types of labels do you supply or print?

Accepted Answer

We carry stock of various sizes ranging from numerous types of material. These items can be bought as is, or you can request a one colour overprint on these blank labels. The minimum quantity that applies is based on a roll of 1000 labels. We also offer various sizes of "thermal" labels which are used mostly on scales for the butchery and fresh produce sector. Many of our clients frequently request customised labels, in terms of size, shape, quantity, colour as well as material options.

Question 3

What does a custom label cost?

Accepted Answer

This is probably the most difficult question to answer as it all depends on size, quantity, colours, and type of material & finish. The most important factor is the size of the label and, obviously, the quantity required. The bigger the quantity, the less expensive the unit price becomes.

Question 4

Is digital printing not the future of printing methods?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no! Digital printing has become more economical over the last few years, but will basically never compete with flexo- and litho-printing costs. There is, and always will be, a need for both methods. Digital is more economical for small volumes and origination changes, while flexo is still the preferred and most economical printing method for higher volumes.

Question 5

Is there a minimum order quantity?

Accepted Answer

In short: no! However, we would rather like to refer to it as an "economical" quantity — especially if new printing plates and cutting dyes or other tooling is required. A low quantity will not be economical at all. As a benchmark, an economical quantity will be approximately 150 square meters.

Question 6

What are the steps & lead time for label printing?

Accepted Answer

Supply artwork or request artwork from our designing department. Indicate the size and shape required, and disclose information about your product or packaging so we can advise the best adhesive and material. Inform us if the label will be hand- or machine-applied and indicate your required quantity. We will then submit an official quote including options on various quantities as well as additional once-off charges such as printing plate, cutting dye, or other tooling costs. Once the artwork is approved, it takes approximately 1 week for the printing plates to arrive. Once we have the printing plates, delivery should not take longer than 48 hours depending on quantity, and repeat orders are processed within 48 hours.

Question 7

Do we print barcodes and where does one obtain them?

Accepted Answer

Barcodes can be purchased from GS1 Namibia. Once you supply us with your barcode number, we will be able to print it.

Question 8

Do we support the latest 2D barcodes?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we can generate a barcode for you once you have supplied us with your GTIN (Global Trade Item Number).

Question 9

Are payment terms available?

Accepted Answer

We do offer 30-day terms based on your credit rating. Contact us to request our credit application form.

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