Better Processes for Better Packaging Solutions
At LMI Packaging, we offer in-house support for every step of the development process. We have built out our design, engineering, and operations teams to ensure the success of every project. From our rigorous training programs to our continuous professional development plans and high-quality assurance standards, each one of our team members is ready to build better solutions with you.
Shorter Lead Times
We have actively worked to shorten our lead times by creating the best in-house resources and the most extensive support in the industry. From our experienced development teams to our state-of-the-art flexographic printing capabilities, LMI Packaging is ready to handle any of your lid or pressure sensitive label projects. Because our design team is in-house, they can work directly with any files you provide and maintain constant communication during the approval process. We cut our plates in house so there is virtually no wait time from design to production. Our engineering and technical teams test materials and find the best solution for you without waiting on third-party vendors. We complete our process by utilizing our advanced printing capabilities in our 24/7 production facility with highly-trained operation specialists to ensure we can quickly and efficiently fulfill your lidding or label needs, all while engaging our rigorous quality control standards.
Our Process
We follow a thorough process, from conception to completion, to offer the best custom lid or label solutions:
Consultation
Design
Engineering and R&D
Testing
Production
Consultation
Work with our knowledgeable and consultative sales team to outline the requirements of your product and manufacturing line along with your project goals.
Design
Our Creative Services team provides total design and pre-press support. From die line creation to artwork layout approvals and plate production, our team handles the whole process, in-house, to keep your projects on schedule from concept to production.
Engineering and R&D
Our Engineering team researches materials that match your needs based on your product and production application requirements. We work with a broad base of suppliers on new materials and tooling to expand your lidding options while addressing your product needs. Whether it’s an existing product, new package or lid design LMI is your resource.
In order to ensure our products meet your expectations LMI conducts many different laboratory tests and offers on-site technical support. Of the many tests used in the LMI laboratory, the most typical include seal integrity (leakage, vacuum burst and air rupture), peel force, and product compatibility. On site LMI technical service support ensures the efficient integration of our lidding with your packaging equipment. Post – on site technical service is also supported by the LMI laboratory. Our testing is conducted through real world application, here at LMI and in your production facilities to verify the overall integrity of the lid and make sure your product performance is meeting – and exceeding – your expectations.
Testing
We employ rigorous testing protocols designed to ensure the product we deliver meets the specific and unique needs of each customer, product, and market segment. Our testing is conducted through real world application to verify the overall integrity of the lid and make sure your product performance is meeting expectations – with no surprises.
Production
Once your packaging solution has been tested and approved, we customize our manufacturing line, cut plates, and update our production schedule to accommodate your production needs and meet your deadlines. We’ve invested in the best equipment in the industry. The Mark Andy Performance Series is industry-recognized for its versatility. Supporting the widest array of applications and substrates, LMI is always in the position to understand the best solution for your product needs.
We have full in-house Digital Photopolymer Platemaking for increased repeatability, consistency and visual appeal.
We have a team of color management experts ready to help our customers find the perfect palette of colors or match a signature brand, providing the widest range of spot colors, and images that “pop”.
Strong relationships with our partner suppliers allow us to leverage the industry’s latest innovations to offer our customers the best in print and die cut solutions.