Printed Ribbon with Laser Engraved Finish for Suits
This printed ribbon is supplied to a written specification so that reorders match the approved sample. The product spec is fixed at quotation stage — base material, the laser engraved finish surface, the 25 mm Width and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps suits consistent across seasons instead of drifting with whatever the mill happens to have in stock.
The usual reason buyers come to us is not price. It is reorders that quietly changed supplier and changed the hand feel, or cartons packed to the factory ratio instead of the buyer's size ratio. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Printed Ribbon |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Laser Engraved Finish |
| Typical application | Suits |
| Base material | Glass |
| Standard size | 25 mm Width |
| Colour matching | 16 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 2,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 14 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 20-55 days after approval |
| Compliance | AATCC Test Methods |
Material and finish options
- ABS Resin — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Nylon — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- TPU — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Copper — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Recycled PET — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
Processes available on this item
- Enamel Filling
- Calendering
- Garment Washing
- Water Repellent Finishing
- Digital Printing
- Sanforising
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Suits. Related applications on the same base include upholstery, uniforms, dresses, gloves, blazers.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 1.5 sampling on every lot.
- Photo report shared before the balance payment is due.
- Packed to your own carton ratio and barcode specification.
- Test reports issued against AATCC Test Methods with the shipment.
- Golden sample retained at the factory, second one held by the buyer.
FAQ
How long does sampling take?
14 working days for the first sample, with 5 days per revision round. Plated or dyed-to-match items add a few days.
Can you match a physical sample?
Yes. Send the reference and we reverse engineer the specification, then produce a counter sample for approval before any bulk commitment.
What are the payment and delivery terms?
Standard terms are a deposit with the order and the balance before shipment, under EXW / FOB / CIF / DDP as agreed.
Do you hold stock for reorders?
Approved specifications are kept on file and, for repeat programmes, base material can be reserved against a rolling forecast.
Send the reference sample or tech pack and we will come back with a costed specification, a sampling timetable and the compliance documents your market requires.
