Laser Engraving
This state-of-the-art process allows Zippo tremendous flexiblilty when reproducing your artwork on our products.
Our laser engravers are computer programmed
to generate an accurate replication of your imprint.
Laser Engraving - Lighters and Writing Instruments |
Surface Imprint
A longstanding popular method, surface imprinting is a silk-screening process using a separate screen for each color. Durable epoxy ink is applied to the finish one color at a time, building a rich and vibrant image.
The product is cured, bonding the epoxy imprint to the surface where it becomes an integral part of the finish.
Surface Imprint - Lighters |
Pad Printing
Pad printing is a versatile process due to its unique ability to print on three-dimensional objects. The image to be transferred is etched into a printing plate called a cliché. Once mounted in the machine, the cliché is then flooded with ink. The pad is positioned over the cliché, the pad picks up the image and transfers it to the desired substrate location. The image is deposited completely and leaves the pad ready for the next cliché.
Pad Printing - Writing Instruments |
Color Imaging
Transfer printing method allows up to 5 spot colors to be imprinted onto the lighter surface.
Color Imaging (4 Color Process) Special cliches are created to allow four color process printing.
A 300 DPI photo is required for crisp accuracy.
Color Image - Lighters, by a min. 250 pcs.
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Etch and Paint
A legendary process, Zippo's etch and paint method produces an attractive durable imprint. The artwork is rendered to display a vintage effect. The image is etched into the plated lighter, then colorfilled in the cavities.
Etch and Paint - Lighters |
Lustre
Zippo's signature lustre etch method produces an attractive,
durable imprint. The artwork is etched into the lighter and plated for a permanent mark. A beautiful contrasting effect is created.
Luste - Lighters |
