As an important part of any garment, hang tags provide consumers with critical data regarding materials and sizing. Furthermore, the design and execution of these tags serve as a direct reflection of a brand’s identity. The following is a detailed introduction to the production process of clothing tags:
Design hang tags
Determine the size and shape: According to the style of the clothing and brand requirements, determine the size and shape of the tag, which is the basic framework of the tag.
Design appearance: Use professional design software such as Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop to integrate key information such as brand logo and product description into the tag design to ensure that the design sense is consistent with the brand image.
Choose materials: Use durable and textured paper or cardboard as the material of the tag, and consider adding special coatings to enhance the durability of the tag.
Plate making and proofing
Output: After the layout design is completed, the layout is printed on PC film through equipment. This film is called film. Film is the negative film for tag printing and is an indispensable step in printing.design hang tags
Proofing: Before batch printing, make samples of the product for confirmation. Proofing methods include proofing by proofing machine, simple proofing, and digital proofing. The samples must be confirmed by the customer to ensure that the results meet the customer’s requirements.
Printing stage
Plate: Because hang tags come in various sizes, the plating process arranges different tags on a single sheet of paper. This strategic layout significantly reduces material waste and saves costs.
Plate exposure: Photocopying the image and text onto the screen coated with photosensitive materials, this is the exposure process.
Printing on the machine: Once all preliminary preparations are complete, you must fix the exposed PS plate into position. After securing the plate, adjust the ink levels and begin the printing process.
Post-printing processing
Cutting: Use specialized cutting tools to trim the printed hang tag into its required shape. Afterward, add the necessary holes or custom die-cuts to allow for easy hanging on the clothing.
Special process: According to brand requirements, special processes such as hot stamping, silk screen, embossing, UV, etc. can be added to the hangtag to enhance the grade and visual effect of the hangtag.
Rope threading: Equip the hangtag with ropes, hanging ropes and other accessories to facilitate fixing on clothing.
Quality inspection and packaging
Quality inspection: Carefully check the quality of each hangtag to ensure that there are no printing errors or damage.
Packaging: Pack the qualified hangtags neatly and prepare for shipment or storage.
Delivery and Sewing
The supplier delivers the finished hang tags to the clothing manufacturer or brand owner. The recipient then assumes responsibility for sewing the tags onto the clothing to complete the product.
Our production workflow involves a series of critical links, including design, printing, and specialized post-processing. By maintaining a strict process flow and rigorous quality control, we produce high-quality hang tags that consistently meet brand standards and market demands.
FAQ
Common hangtag materials include coated paper, cardboard, art paper, recycled paper, PVC plastic, cloth (such as canvas or polyester) and special paper (such as pearl paper, laser paper). Things to consider when choosing:
Budget: Coated paper is the most economical, and special paper is more expensive.
Design requirements: High-end brands can choose art paper or hot stamping technology, and environmentally friendly brands recommend recycled paper or FSC certified paper.
Durability: PVC or waterproof coated paper can be used for outdoor clothing.
Concave and convex are usually achieved through the following processes:
Embossed/debossed: Pressing the paper with a mold to create a three-dimensional effect.
UV printing: Local UV coating increases thickness and gloss.
Hot stamping: Metal foil stamping can enhance the texture.
