2017 IMDA Awards

2017 IMDA Awards

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The In-Mold Decorating Association (IMDA) is an association that represents molders, printers, material suppliers, equipment suppliers and other committed to the development and growth of in-mold labeling and decorating products, technologies and markets. Its mission is to raise the level of awareness and acceptance of in-mold decorated durable products and in-mold labeled packaging by original equipment manufacturers, brand owners and marketers.

 

Best of Show

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Vegetarian Paté

Submitted By: Sonoco | Brand Owner: Allos Schwarzwald GmbH

Molder: Sonoco | Label Supplier: Rahning GmbH

This plastic package connotes natural flavor with a graphic design and shape that mimics a wooden barrel. The design is conveyed via barrier in-mold labels that deliver more than premium graphics with strong shelf appeal.

 

 

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Best Injection Molded Package, Gold Award

Vegetarian Paté

Submitted By: Sonoco | Brand Owner: Allos Schwarzwald GmbH

Molder: Sonoco | Label Supplier: Rahning GmbH

For its line of 100% plant-based, meat alternative spreads, the Tartex brand uses specially designed PermaSafe IML packaging by Sonoco. The solution combines maximum convenience and long shelf life with an eye-catching appearance at point of sale. The label, which is supplied by Rahning GmbH, features a special matte finish developed by Sonoco for a natural, paper-like feel. These qualities underscore the naturalness of the product and give it an appetizing appearance. After sterilization, the spreads have a 12-month shelf life without refrigeration, providing a modern and consumer-friendly alternative to metal cans.

 

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Best Injection Molded Durable (IMD) Part, Gold Award

Telescopic Cylinder Cover for Industrial Trucks

Submitted By:: Guarnitec SRL | Brand Owner: Hyva

Molder: Guarnitec SRL | Label Supplier: Korsini-SAF Italy

HYVA required a replacement for the older silk screen low quality print labels with a more attractive resistant Cover, made to withstand both extreme weather conditions, with superior UVA and abrasion resistance. Molder Guarnitec SRL answered this challenging request by making the Cover visually more attractive with Korsini ’s two-layer high resistant label, adding a strong reflecting silver band behind the logo. The end result is increased visual and functional quality with decreased production time.

 

Best Label Design, Gold Award

Düfa Zeolit Paint Bucket

Submitted By: Kaylar Kimya | Brand Owner: Düfa

Molder: Etkin Plastik | Label Supplier: Korsini-SAF

This is not your standard paint bucket for mineral paint. Everything about it is unusual, starting with its well-balanced industrial-sized oval shape with integrated handle that’s easy to hold for larger hands. While graphics are simple, they’re also elegant in shades of gray with spot UV coating that adds to the premium quality complemented by an artistic burst of color.

 

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Best Part Design, Gold Award

Artemis Spectrum Sideplate

Submitted By: Zomazz | Brand Owner: Logitech

Molder: Unique-Still Precision PTE | Label Supplier: Zomazz

The Sideplate is an interchangeable insert for the right and left sides of Logitech’s Artemis Spectrum wireless surround-sound gaming headset. It can be switched out by the consumer, providing literally endless possibilities for customization and branding with maximum flexibility. New graphic designs can be produced by switching out labels without so much as a tool or resin change, and can be on store shelves in just weeks to coincide with game launches.

 

Best Product Family, Gold Award

Pauluns & Lovemade Oxo IML Container SuperLock Pots

Submitted By: RPC Superfos Besancon | Brand Owner: Orkla Food

Molders: RPC Superfos Besancon | Label Supplier: Korsini-SAF

The SuperLock solution in combination with Korsini-SAF’s autoclave resistant oxygen barrier labels allows for post-filling sterilization up to 120-deg. celsius for 80 minutes, decoration flexibility and prolonged shelf life, all of which gives a great advantage for commercial purposes. The end-user gets the visual impression and feel of glass—as well as all the great properties of plastic. This means it is possible to get a product placement in retail stores under ambient temperatures alongside competing products sold in glass.

 

Best Prototype Part, Gold Award

Crystal Coaster

Submitted By: Zomazz

Brand Owner: Zomazz

Molder: Unique-Skill Precision PTE

Label Supplier: Zomazz

Utilizing a clear film with crystals attached to the molded side allows for the secure display of crystals, as well as the appearance of different colored crystals based on the imaged color of the clear film. The proprietary crystal placement/adhesion technology, combined with the ZoMazz Digital-IMD process, results in an eye-popping yet durable decoration for any brand or product.

 

 

Best Thermoform IML Package, Gold Award

Pillsbury Peanut Butter/Chocolate Frosting

Submitted By: Verstraete In Mold Labels | Brand Owner: J.M. Smucker

Molder: Tech II | Label Supplier: Verstraete In Mold Labels

Utilizing Tech II’s uniquely shaped Apollo thermoform in-mold labeled (T-IML) container, this package provides visibility of the product, an oxygen barrier layer to increase product shelf life, picturesque graphics and is fully recyclable.

 

Best Label Design, Silver Award

SNO-BALLS TO-GO

Submitted By:
Verstraete In-Mold Labels/Berry Plastics

Brand Owner: SNO-BALLS TO-GO

Molder: Berry Plastics

Label Supplier: Verstraete In Mold Labels

The product stays in great condition in the freezer and the contrasting IML labels from Verstraete IML attract attention on store shelves. The combination of Matte and UltraGloss IML is the answer. Matte IML gives the packaging a Matte and natural look, while UltraGloss IML provides a high-gloss finish that intensify the colors. The contrasting combination of the two look and feel options highlights the details in the artwork of the IML label.

 

Best Injection Molded (IML) Package, Silver Award

Vibs & Wöw Oxo IML Container SuperLock Pots

Submitted By: RPC Superfos Pamplona

Brand Owner: Cool Vega

Molder: RPC Superfos Pamplona

Label Supplier: Korsini-SAF

This packaging solution is a combination of an injection and autoclave-resistant, oxygen barrier IML labeled pot and injection molded twist lock system lid decorated with a standard IML label. The system’s most important features are the autoclave-resistant oxygen barrier properties that protect the product’s organoleptic characteristics, the pot´s transparency that shows the natural and fresh product´s quality at the final sales point and the easy opening and closing system for the end user.

 

Best Part Design, Silver Award

Eila Lactose-Free Panna Cotta

Submitted By: Verstraete In Mold Labels

Brand Owner: Valio Ltd

Molder: RPC Superfos

Label Supplier: Verstraete In Mold Labels

Valio Ltd presented a lactose-free panna cotta in a specially developed package that allows the consumer to serve this dessert quickly and attractively. A new customized pot with a convenient click-and-push feature at the bottom was developed by the packaging company RPC Superfos.

 

Best Thin Wall Package, Gold Award

Country Fresh Ice Cream Package

Submitted By: Verstraete In Mold Labels | Brand Owner: Dairy Maid

Molder: Dairypack Tubs | Label Supplier: Verstraete In Mold Labels

The efficient stacking of the new IML packaging has made transport more stable. The packaging weighs 10% less than conventional packages which reduces the ecological footprint. Thanks to the brand new IML packaging the delicious Dairymaid Ice Cream receives the attention it deserves on the store shelves.

 

Best Product Family, Silver Award

Pennzoil Platinum High Mileage Motor Oil

Submitted By: WS Packaging Group | Brand Owner: SOPUS Products

Molder: Graham Packaging | Label Supplier: WS Packaging Group

During a global bottle relaunch, the brand owner decided to use a single bottle color for all their individual brands’ product grades in the North American market, which made the decoration a critical component in communicating product line differentiation. WS Packaging’s In-Mold labeling provided an aesthetically superior look, and this metallized in-mold label was chosen for the flagship brand’s top-of-the-line product because its visual appeal reflects a premium image for a premium product.