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- What are the enhancements available for the ends?
You can find more information about the shells and tabs in our Product Brochure.
- What is the recommended file format for my artwork ?
All artworks should be either illustrator or PDF files with outlined fonts.
- Can you send me some representative sample ends?
You can order samples of our different shells/tab directly via our sample store.
- How many colours are allowed printing on cans?
In this printing process it is possible to use up to 8 inker stations including white. We recommend developing all artworks with 6 colours to allow for Relief Plates, Screen Plates that may be necessary.
- Can we print in CMYK on beverage cans?
Unfortunately, CMYK is not possible and we require a spot colour solution. Therefore, images must be converted into appropriate spot colour channels with a maximum of 2 colours overprinting.
If you need a guide to convert your CMYK image, please get in contact to your responsible Ardagh Graphics Studio.
- Does Ardagh print deposit cans for the German Market?
The German Deposit System is centrally organised by the “Deutsche Pfandsystem GmbH” DPG. Ardagh Metal Beverage is a Certified Producer of DPG Deposit cans.
You will find more information in the DPG section of our Barcodes and DRS page.
- Can you send me some representative sample cans?
- You can order samples of our different products directly via our sample store.
- How can I promote the sustainability of the beverage cans?
Beverage cans are made of metal which is fully and infinitely recycle without loss of quality. Have a look at the sustainability report for details on our management systems and our long-term targets.
The Metal Recycles Forever logo is available for printing on the Ardagh cans.