Graphic Overlay Printing Services
A graphic overlay is a thin layer of plastic or polymer material with printed designs or characters, made to rest in front of or on top of a surface. Overlays often operate as the direct interface between a customer and a product, providing instructions, labeling, branding, texture, color, and designs. They offer high versatility and see use in a wide variety of applications and products, including control panels, consumer goods, appliances, and membrane switches, among many others.
At Specialty Printing and Processing, we are pleased to offer an extensive selection of graphic overlay production materials and techniques. Our fabrication capabilities include die cutting, laser cutting, and a variety of adhesives, so we can cut and shape overlays to meet any desired specification. In addition, we provide both screen printing and digital printing services with superior printing detail to match your exact project requirements.
Types of Graphic Overlays
Specialty Printing is a full-service designer and fabricator of graphic overlays for numerous industries. Whether the project requires just a simple branding product overlay or protective industrial overlays for appliances and control panels, we can work with you to ensure we create the perfect overlay to meet your needs. Our extensive range of overlay manufacturing capabilities include:
- Pressure-sensitive overlays
- Adhesive overlays
- Appliance overlays
- Membrane switch overlays
- Control panel overlays
- Graphic overlays with product instructions
In addition to the above products, Specialty Printing offers custom and specialty graphic overlay services for a broad range of applications. Whatever your specific graphic overlay requirements, our experts can make your concept a reality.
Materials for Graphic Overlays
Attention to the type of material used in a graphic overlay proves just as critical as the design. Different materials serve better for different settings and conditions, and an overlay plastic for indoor use may be less than ideal when exposed to the elements. At Specialty Printing, we offer a selection of durable and reliable overlay materials, to ensure your product will function optimally in its environment.
- Polyester Overlays – Ideal material for harsh industrial and mechanical environments, polyester offers high scratch resistance and the ability withstand exposure to chemicals, acids, and solvents.
- Vinyl Overlays – This highly economical overlay material provides an array of advantages. Easy to die cut, vinyl graphic overlays can be manufactured with a variety of finishes. For this reason, it is well-suited to both indoor and outdoor use.
- Polycarbonate (Lexan) Overlays – Valued for its strength and clarity, polycarbonate provides a cost-effective material to fabricate into desired shapes. The material often provides graphic overlays appropriate for windows and other clear applications. Extremely durable in harsh weather conditions, this material proves most ideal for outdoor use.
Graphic Overlay Features
At Specialty Printing, we pride ourselves on our ability to provide highly customized overlays for projects and applications that have special requirements. Our specialty services include but are not limited to:
- Printing for harsh or hazardous environments. With our extensive range of materials and coatings for extreme environments, our knowledgeable team can work to find the perfect combination suitable for your application.
- Custom shapes and cutting. We have an extensive range of custom cutting and shaping capabilities, including laser cutting, digital cutting, die cutting, sheering, and plotting. With our state-of-the-art equipment, Specialty Printing can create any shape or contour needed.
- Selective adhesives. In some cases, overlays may include elements that do not call for an adhesive, such as a clear window or cutout fit for an LED.
- Selective texture. Graphic overlays can be manufactured with different textures, full texturing, and hard coats. Textured sections can be added selectively to avoid windows, LED cutouts, and for contrast and graphic effect.
- Branding and informational overlays. Our quality graphic design and printing services allow us to print branding elements, informational text, or instructions directly onto the overlay per your specifications.
Top Quality Graphic Overlays from Specialty Printing
Specialty Printing serves as a leading provider of quality printing services for customers in a broad range of industries. We provide digital printing, screen printing, assembly services, and any custom project solutions. With 100 years of combined specialty printing expertise, our highly experienced staff remain dedicated to designing the perfect graphic overlay for your application needs.
To learn more about our custom graphic overlay services, contact us today or request a quote.
