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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a custom can and a stock can?
A can is considered custom if:
- It is a size for which tooling does not already exist
- Custom printing or embossing is required
- Modifications to existing tooling are necessary
- A height adjustment is needed on a stock tin
Stock tins are normally available in our inventory and ready to ship.
What are the benefits of selecting custom tins?
There are several benefits to ordering custom tins:
- Superior shelf appeal
- Convenience
- Four-color process as well as special match PMS colors are available
- As volumes increases, printing directly on the tins becomes more economical than labels
- All surfaces of the tin can be printed
What are the benefits of selecting stock tins?
There are several benefits to ordering stock tins:
- Lower minimum purchase requirements for stocked tins
- Economically test market new products before investing in custom-printed tins
- Reduce your inventory overhead by using one tin size with interchangeable labels
- Shorter lead times
How long will my order take?
Lead time for stock items is usually 1-4 weeks; custom items are generally 8-12 weeks from the time artwork is approved and depending upon the complexity of the project. Although we strive to maintain inventories of stock items, demand may exceed supply. When this occurs, we will quote lead times.
Is there a minimum order requirement for custom tins?
The general rule of thumb is 5,000-10,000 pieces for most round welded and lock-seam cans and 10,000-25,000 pieces for irregularly shaped tins. Another guideline holds that the smaller the tin, the larger the minimum order requirement.
How are tins printed?
Most color printing is four-color process—the combination of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black to produce a virtually unlimited spectrum of color. Printing with special match (PMS), transparent and metallic inks is also available. Customers format their artwork to an Allstate supplied lay-out, our pre-press operation separates the art into its four colors from which printing plates will be made.
A proof is provided for approval, printing plates are made, then each color is added via a printing press on flat sheets of metal. These flat pieces of metal are subsequently trimmed or “slit” and formed into the final tin shape.
What do I do if I need a unique or unusual shaped tin?
Give us a call so we can discuss what you need and what options are available to you. We will do our best to meet your needs.