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Process F3

Pressision Process Codes

‍Each Pressision process has its own unique reference code, creating a simple common language between inspiration, design and production.

Use the codes alongside our physical process swatches to explore techniques, understand what’s possible and reference the processes you want to use within your project.

Our physical process swatches are currently in production and will be available to order soon via the website.

Finishing Process F3

Gluing

Precision gluing for covers, folders, sleeves and packaging

Our gluing team handles everything from simple folder construction to complex packaging assemblies, ensuring strength, accuracy and a clean finish.

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Gluing Services

Why Gluing matters

  • Spot gluing and full-panel gluing.
  • Pocket folders, envelopes and sleeves.
  • Carton side seams and structural packaging glues.
  • Label and tip-in gluing for cards, inserts and components.

What this unlocks for your project

  • Retail-ready packaging.
  • Premium presentation folders and sleeves.
  • Efficient assembly for marketing mailers and kits.
  • Clean, accurate adhesive lines that hold up in real-world use.

Key considerations

  • Certain coatings (e.g., soft-touch) may require adhesive testing.
  • Glue flaps typically need unlaminated areas for strong adhesion.
  • Heavier boards may require additional creasing before gluing.
Finishing Process F3

Gluing

Why Gluing matters

  • Spot gluing and full-panel gluing.
  • Pocket folders, envelopes and sleeves.
  • Carton side seams and structural packaging glues.
  • Label and tip-in gluing for cards, inserts and components.

What this unlocks for your project

  • Retail-ready packaging.
  • Premium presentation folders and sleeves.
  • Efficient assembly for marketing mailers and kits.
  • Clean, accurate adhesive lines that hold up in real-world use.

Key considerations

  • Certain coatings (e.g., soft-touch) may require adhesive testing.
  • Glue flaps typically need unlaminated areas for strong adhesion.
  • Heavier boards may require additional creasing before gluing.
Gluing Services

Gluing FAQ's

Essential tips and guidance to ensure your next project runs seamlessly.

Do glue areas need to be left unlaminated?
Often they do. Leaving glue flaps unlaminated improves adhesion and long-term durability.
Is gluing automated or manual?
Both, depending on the complexity. Simple structures are machine-glued; complex or premium pieces may be hand-finished.
Is the glue strong enough for packaging?
Absolutely. We use adhesives suited to the material and purpose, from lightweight folders to structural packaging seams.
Can you glue laminated or coated stocks?
In most cases, although certain finishes (such as soft-touch laminates) may require adhesive testing first.
What items can you glue?
We glue folders, sleeves, envelopes, cartons, packaging components, labels, tip-ins and inserts.
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