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Spinnaker is a leading supplier of specialty pressure-sensitive roll labels and sheeted products. For nearly 100 years, Spinnaker has focused on customized solutions and specialty programs, delivering unmatched, personalized customer care and service. Acquired in 2022 by Mactac, a LINTEC Company, the product offering includes all adhesive technologies in a wide range of high-quality pressure-sensitive materials for any application.
British Maritime Standard BS5609 is a drum and barrel test designed to certify that a label will stay affixed to a drum for at least three months in sea water.
Released By Spinnaker, A Mactac Company
Spinnaker Specialty products are available on the Trimless program.
Designed for temperatures as low as -320°F, cryogenic label stocks are intended for harsh environment applications.
Durable and functional labelstocks engineered to withstand extreme environments from cold and heat to abrasion and chemicals.
A pressure sensitive material manufacturer providing leading personalized service to the label printing and converting industry.
Spinnaker offers 14 thermal transfer film facestocks that have been reviewed and approved with many of the thermal transfer ribbon producers. Whether you need a matte or gloss, a cover-up option, or something with outdoor life, we have the products for your applications. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
A mnemonic tool designed to help you remember the most important questions to ask your customer, so our Technical Team can give you the right product recommendation the first time. Prop it on your desk, tape it to your computer, pin it on your wall . . . DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
Information on products that are ideal for the base-ply layer of coupon constructions. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
Do you need one product that can be printed using multiple print technologies? Check out our DiversiPrint product line. We offer both paper and film options that are engineered to print via flexo, as well as waterbased inkjet and laser printers. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
AmpClamp is a permanent adhesive that adheres aggressively to textured polypropylene, typical of battery casings. Die cut samples included. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
BC-20, an industry-known cold temperature adhesive, is great for damp environments and food packaging. BS5609 approved in some constructions. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
Literature lists available vinyl constructions, applications, and usage tips. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
Brand protection, fraud prevention, and health assurance is more important than ever. How can labels help? There are several types of security options available when it comes to pressure sensitive products, tamper evident being the most common. This is a security feature that leaves evidence of when a label has been attempted to be removed. […]
This is both an educational and product piece, summarizing what is needed for a good shelf marking label; it lists several adhesive and product options. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
SureLock is a permanent adhesive specifically designed to adhere to textured surfaces without being gummy or leggy. It converts better than many adhesives intended for textured surfaces. Die cut samples included. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
Public Safety
When it comes to removable adhesives, the challenges are different and testing becomes more important than ever. This brochure gives information on things to consider when choosing a removable adhesive, and Spinnaker’s removable adhesive options. Die cut samples included. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
Spinnaker’s FC-125 adhesive, paired with 40# Semi-Gloss, meets FDA requirements for direct contact with fruit and vegetable skins. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
ENDURA® Inkjet Durable Paper is a saturated and coated paper facestock that offers the high durability and chemical resistance typically only expected from a film facestock. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
Frostbite is your go-to freezer grade adhesive. Use it for frozen foods, blast freezer conditions, and greasy packaging environments applied down to -15F. BS5609 approved in some constructions. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
Layflat Films
GripTight is an aggressive, hot melt rubber-based adhesive designed for difficult surfaces, including many building materials, manufacturing and packaging products, horticultural products, plastics, and wovens. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
Confidence in our consumables is more important than ever. Spinnaker offers a variety of labelstock options that adhere well to common foodservice packaging to ensure consumer safety and sanitation. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
CLD-10 is an economical, hot melt rubber-based adhesive with good adhesion properties in cold environments. Sell Sheet includes die cut samples. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
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Mistakes happen; our Cover-up line can help fix them. We have a variety of cover-up options available that are able to balance high opacity with low show-through of the opaque barrier on the facestock; so your label conceals, but it still retains a white appearance. Die cut samples included. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
A white, top-coated, multi-layer polypropylene film that offers great performance and excellent printability across many primary and secondary printing technologies. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
With high tear strength, scuff resistance, and dimensional stability, 2.0 mil Matte Silver Polyester is well-suited for demanding applications. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
Medical applications are a serious business. Tight mandrel applications, where the diameter of a syringe or test tube may be as small as 1/4”, require careful consideration. It is imperative to find the right facestock and adhesive combination to suit these applications, including typical parameters of application temperature, dispensing, substrate, print types, and environment. DOWNLOAD […]
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Clam shells and plastic bowls with lids are just a couple examples of the large variety of plastic packaging being used today for food products. And the containers come in all shapes and sizes. Whether your customer needs a prime label for brand recognition, a VIP label for variable data print and barcodes—or both, in […]
What kid doesn’t love taking stickers and placing them on everything other than what they are intended for? That’s why it is our job to help make sure the end-user gets the right product for their needs. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
Fast run speeds and increased efficiency are a couple benefits of Spinnaker’s 1.2 mil Clear PET liner product line. The thinner liner allows more labels per roll, which means fewer changeovers. But thin does not mean flimsy. PET liners are stiff enough to dispense great – even at high speeds. Speaking of thin…with sustainability initiatives […]
When most people think about pharmacy label applications, they only think about the actual prescription bottle, however, there are several other label opportunities to consider. As with any medical environment, choosing the proper labelstock is important. You want to make sure to choose the right facestock that is going to allow for clear and precise […]
When some think of lumber labeling, they may only think about the lumber tags that get stapled on the end of boards in the stock yard. However, pressure sensitive lumber labels can encompass a wide variety of materials in a lumber yard or home improvement center. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
HPP stands for high pressure processing and is a form of pasteurization used to prevent food-borne illnesses. While many forms of pasteurization use heat to kill bacteria, HPP uses high pressure. You have to find the right adhesive that will hold up during this process. Spinnaker offers a couple of options worth testing. DOWNLOAD TO […]
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The typical environment at a garden center can make it tricky to find the right labelstock. Many labels won’t stick to the rough, porous, or wet surfaces in the changing outdoor conditions that lawn and garden products face every day. Let us help! DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
Whether out in the field or at your local garden center, Spinnaker carries a wide variety of constructions that are robust enough to hold up well to the water, dirt, textures, and general handling that occurs with flower flats, pots, and even young trees. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
The legalization of cannabis across many states in the U.S. and Canada has caused a major boom in demand for cannabis packaging labels across North America. This information sheet gives ideas for applications and available Spinnaker products. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
BS5609 approved products are an important part of our portfolio and are essential for many of our customers who make drum and barrel labels. Spinnaker currently offers 14 products approved for Part 2 for overall adhesion, with 4 of them being approved for by Par 3 for print durability. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>>
Troy, Ohio, February 2, 2021 – Spinnaker Coating, LLC, a manufacturer and industry-leading service provider of pressure sensitive paper and film products for the printing industry, continues to build its expansive offering of BS5609 certified products. “We recently partnered with Neenah Performance Materials to introduce ENDURA® Inkjet Durable Paper as part of this line,” […]
ScanTherm RX is a top-coated direct thermal paper face stock specifically engineered for pharmaceutical applications.
Brand protection, fraud prevention, and product authenticity is more important than ever.
Trying to get a label to adhere in cold, wet or greasy conditions? Don't chase after it like a greased pig, use BC-20 instead!
Helpful tips for when you're having trouble with the matrix!
Do you have the right products to ensure your labels remain intact after incidental contact with various chemicals?
The newest facestocks and liners have been optimized to promote recyclability and sustainability.
By: Greg Hrinya
An acquisition helped successfully propel this family-run printing company into the label business.
This year’s show – which featured 450 exhibitors – focused on RFID, flexible packaging, sustainability, and automation.
By: Steve Katz
The material can be used in food and drink packaging, health and beauty, home and auto care.
Ben Borns joins L&NW to explain how this new service program, short for Ask Spinnaker and Mactac, will redefine how Mactac supports its customers.
Released By Mactac
The combined specialties of Mactac, Spinnaker, Label Supply and LINTEC will be on display at the event.
Experts sit down with L&NW to explain how Mactac has long been committed to providing personalized support to ensure the performance of its customers’ needs.
While the situation has improved, the industry should be well-prepared for potential challenges that lie ahead.
Suppliers have optimized label materials to withstand the harshest and most challenging of environments.
Product is ideal for everyday applications, including shipping, address, asset and inventory labeling
New product addresses common application issues, fills market need
Innovative Mactac® liner increases profitably, productivity and efficiency
Five major players in the North American label market have joined forces to sponsor a Lunch & Learn event promoting LLT, and the other top stories of the week.
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