Pad Printing Perth WA

Perth Pad Printing Specialists

What is Pad Printing?

Pad printing is a printing method that allows the transfer of a 2D image onto a 3D object. This technique is widely used in various industries to imprint designs and labels onto items such as toys, medical devices, automotive components, and electronics.

Pad printing is a highly adaptable and accurate printing method in modern manufacturing as it provides a flexible, economical, and efficient way to apply detailed, durable designs on products, significantly enhancing branding efforts.

It is suited for numerous applications where precision and adhesion on complex surfaces are needed.

How Does Pad Printing Work?

It’s an indirect offset printing process that involves an image being transferred from the printing plate through a silicone pad onto a substrate (the item to be printed). Pad printing is particularly useful for printing on irregularly shaped objects where other printing methods are not feasible.

Applications of Pad Printing

Pad printing allows for the precise application of intricate designs and fine details, essential for logos and branding on small objects:

Consumer electronics (eg. keyboards)
Automotive components
Sporting goods
Medical devices
Promotional Goods (eg. logos on pens, keychains)
Textile or clothing (eg. tags and labels)
Toys

Advantages of Pad Printing

High precision and capability to print on complex surfaces and materials
Durable inks are used that are suitable for various materials
Quick setup and high-speed printing capabilities
Cost-effective for both high-volume and small batch production, allowing businesses to apply branded elements without significant investment
Allows for detailed and intricate designs, which is particularly useful for small objects