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•Entrepreneurship Reaches Into Label Printing Company
•Central Decal Presented SGIA's 2005 Environmental Recognition Award

Entrepreneurship Reaches Into Label Printing Company
Burr Ridge, IL
February 27, 2006

The printing industry has gone through numerous changes over the past fifty-years and Central Decal, a manufacturer of flexo/screen, domed, and digitally printed labels have seen it all. As vice president Howard Kaplan put it "It has always been a central initiative of ours to be on the forefront of technology and provide our customers with the best product possible." All of this has culminated with the birth of Engineered GraFX a subsidiary of Central Decal. EG is dedicated solely to manufacturing labels for In-Mold Labeling the newest buzz in the plastic world.

In-Mold Labeling has been a widely used process across Europe, however is in its beginning stages in North America. IML is when a label is inserted into a mold prior to the injection of plastic resin. The label is most commonly inserted using static or vacuum processes. There are numerous costs saving and value-added benefits associated with IML.

In-Mold labeling allows for a more flexible graphic in regards to formed or shaped surfaces. The label mechanically and chemically becomes part of the plastic product, therefore lowering scrap rate or faulty parts. This can be especially attractive to products displaying a warning label due to liabilities. IML also eliminates secondary operations, which combines two steps in one.

Engineered GraFX is capable of printing In-Mold Labels using screen, flexo, or digital. There is flexibility in terms of lead-time and quantity sizes due to all processes being in-house. EG and Central Decal have produced over 5 million In-Mold labels and all labels have been either outdoor durable or automotive grade. Central Decal has been working with outdoor durable goods since 1957. Engineered GraFX is a small company with big company capabilities in terms of R&D, production, and service.

Central Decal and Engineered GraFX is a 40,000 foot facility located in Burr Ridge, IL. CD and EG are UL complaint and hold QS 9000 and ISO 14000 quality procedures. Central Decal has also be recognized by The Specialty Image Graphic Association I with the 2005 Environmental Recognition Award.

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Central Decal Presented SGIA's 2005 Environmental Recognition Award
Burr Ridge, IL
January 2, 20/06

The Specialty Image Graphic Association announced Central Decal, a manufacture of high-pressured, flexographic, digital, and In-Molding labels, as a recipient of the 2005 Environmental Recognition Award. SGIA's Environmental Recognition Program acknowledges the role environmental issues play in today's business world by honoring organizations at the forefront of environmental performance. This was Central Decal's first year of recognition.

Central Decal takes a holistic approach to their Environmental Management System—involving suppliers, customers, and employees. Vice President Howard Kaplan sees engaging suppliers as one of the most critical and challenging aspect of CD's current environmental strategy. "It was a very important goal of ours to attain, and later maintain, and we needed our suppliers to be as active and enthusiastic about it as we are."

The efforts also encompass both employees and customers. These efforts essentially began 20 years ago when UV inks were introduced into the facility, followed by water-based adhesives. Central Decal reflects annually on the effects of their products on the environment, community, and employees. Future improvements include upgrading their EMS to the newly revised ISO 14000 standard, as well as long-term goals to identify products to convert to more environmentally friendly options. "These projects usually take some time to allow for full vendor participation and testing within our processes," Mr. Kaplan said.

Central Decal is a 40,000 square foot facility located in Burr Ridge, IL. The company was started 49 years ago and specialized in pressure sensitive, flexographic, and digital labels. CD's division Engineered GraFX concentrates solely on In-Mold compliant labels. CD and EG are UL complaint and hold QS 9000 and ISO 14000 quality procedures.

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From 1957 to today Central Decal has always looked toward the future and continues to add products offerings and value for our customers.