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Frequently Asked Questions
Why Should I buy from GPA?
Because label paper and
specialty products constitute 100% of our
business. Not only do we offer North America's largest in-stock
selection of top quality products, but we provide you with label
expertise, experience, custom capabilities and quick, localized
delivery. Printing on pressure sensitive papers and specialty products
adds a different dynamic to basic printing processes. GPA, Specialty
Printable Substrates will be there to guide you to success, from
purchase to
print.
Can I kiss-cut laser material?
Yes
you can. However, the liner of laser material is usually 40# or 50#,
which is much thinner than standard sheet-fed label stock. Due to the
thin liner, precise kiss-cutting is required to avoid cutting all the3
way through the material. If you require a non-standard label size,
contact GPA for a custom quote.
Do you have any clear, vinyl or other synthetic materials for laser printing?
Yes we do. GPA offers a variety of laser products. The following are some of our suggestions:
- Ultra Laser by GPA Clear Laser Labels
- Ultra Laser by GPA Vinyl Laser Labels
- Clear Matte Laser Labels by Avery
- If you require a non-standard label size, contact GPA for a custom quote.
Can pre die-cut labels run through a laser printer?
Pre
die-cut labels are not designed to go through a laser printer. They are
specifically designed with a gripper edge for offset printability.
Additionally, die-cut labels cannot go through a laser printer due to
the intricate paper path which causes the die-cut labels to pop off the
release liner.
What is the difference between pre die-cut labels and laser labels?
Laser labels have the waste or matrix intact around each label while
die-cut labels do no. Pre die-cut labels cannot go through a laser
printer due to the intricate paper path which causes the die-cut labels
to pop off the release liner.
Can I run regular pressure sensitive paper on a laser printer?
No, you can not. This material is not designed to run on a laser
printer. The facestock and adhesive must be specifically formulated for
laser printing due to the heat in a laser printer.
What application surfaces demand a removable adhesive?
Here are just a few examples:
- Various metals or plastics on machines or equipment where an instruction label may be applied and require removal later.
- Window or glass where a promotion or sale label may be applied
What would you use for a bumper sticker application?
First figure out how long you want the bumper sticker to last. The following are our suggestions:
- Top Coated Flex Vinyl - This is a water-proof facestock that will last up to two years if used with the proper inks.
- 60# Latex Impregnated - Paper stock that is saturated with a
latex coating. This water resistant coated paper is good for up to six
months.
What is a fabric-friendly material?
Fabric friendly material generally consists of name badge stocks with
rubber-based adhesives that are specifically developed and tested for
use on fabrics. Do not use any adhesive on suede, fur, leather, silk or
vinyl.
What facestock should be used for signage on metal shelves that can eventually be removed?
Because removability is dependent upon the strength of the adhesive and
facestock, either a removable vinyl or a tear-resistant synthetic stock
such as Teslin should be used. Paper products are not recommended.
What products should be used for name badges?
Products with a special adhesive designed to remove cleanly from
fabrics. Do not use any adhesive on suede, fur, leather, silk or vinyl.
What are acceptable methods of payment?
- C.O.D. (Cash on Delivery)
- Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express)
- Open terms upon credit approval
Do you have free shipping?
Yes, if you place an order over $200 within the continental United States.
What is an offset facestock?
An uncoated stock which is relatively absorbent for fast ink penetration.
What is a matte facestock?
A coated stock with a dull finish.
What is a high gloss facestock?
A cast-coated shiny finish stock.
What does universal split mean?
Scores on the release liner of the label stock are repeated a consistent distance (every 1 1/4") across the entire sheet.
What does zero split mean?
The release liner on the label stock has no scores.
Whose products do you carry?
- Pressure Sensitive: Ultra Bak and Ultra Bak Plus by GPA, Avery Graphics, Spinnaker Coating
- Films: Ultra Film by GPA, Avery Graphics
- Laser Labels: Ultra Laser by GPA, Avery
- Ink-Jet Labels: Ultra Jet by GPA, Avery
- Copier Labels: Avery
- Digital Media: Ultra Bak Indigo Digital Media by GPA, Avery Graphics
- Die-Cut Labels: Avery Graphics
- Gummed Paper: Ultra Tac by GPA, Troy Laminating, Nashua Echo, Systix by Ivex
- C1S Litho: Ultra C1S by GPA
- Pin-Fed Labels: Ultra Impact by GPA
Can you kiss-cut universally split stock?
Yes, you can. Although there are splits on the release liner,
kiss-cutting only goes through the facestock. The liner splits do not
affect the ability to kiss-cut.
Can you fax or email me die layouts of a particular label?
We have a large selection of die layouts available. Contact GPA's
Customer Service Center at 800-395-9000 for the label layout you
require.
Does your company service my area?
GPA has numerous warehouses strategically placed throughout the United
States and Canada. This allows quick, localized service to all of North
America.
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