Linerless Labels vs Self-Adhesive Labels
Why Linerless Labelling is the Smarter Choice.Β
What is a linerless label? Discover how Ravenwood’s linerless technology reduces waste, lowers costs and improves production efficiency.
Traditional self-adhesive labels have served the food industry for decades, but they come with hidden costs – including backing paper waste, disposal costs, more frequent reel changes and increased downtime.
Ravenwood’s linerless labelling technology removes the backing paper completely, helping manufacturers reduce waste, improve production efficiency and lower operating costs without compromising label performance.
Compare the two technologies below to see why more manufacturers are switching to linerless.
Why Linerless Wins
15 proven advantages over traditional self-adhesive labels:
| The Linerless Advantage | Ravenwood Linerless | Traditional Self-Adhesive |
| 1. No backing paper waste | π’ | π΄ |
| 2. No liner disposal costs | π’ | π΄ |
| 3. Lower carbon footprint | π’ | π΄ |
| 4. More labels per roll | π’ | π΄ |
| 5. Fewer reel changes | π’ | π΄ |
| 6. Reduced production downtime | π’ | π΄ |
| 7. Up to double the printable surface area | π’ | π΄ |
| 8. Lower transport costs | π’ | π΄ |
| 9. Lower storage requirements | π’ | π΄ |
| 10. Reduced packaging weight | π’ | π΄ |
| 11. Supports sustainability targets | π’ | π΄ |
| 12. Supports PPWR & EPR objectives | π’ | π΄ |
| 13. Faster production line efficiency | π’ | π΄ |
| 14. UK manufactured machinery | π’ | π΄ |
| 15. Fully integrated linerless ecosystem | π’ | π΄ |
Why Manufacturers Are Choosing Linerless
Eliminate Backing Paper Waste
Traditional self-adhesive labels rely on silicone release liners that become waste immediately after application.
Linerless labels remove this waste stream entirely.
βΒ Reduce Waste
βΒ Increase Production Efficiency
βΒ Lower Operating Costs
βΒ Support Sustainability Goals
More Labels Per Roll
Without backing paper taking up space, linerless rolls contain significantly more labels.
Benefits include:
β Longer production runs
β Fewer reel changes
β Increased machine uptime
β Less operator intervention
Lower Operating Costs
Linerless technology helps reduce costs across your production process.
Savings include:
β Lower label costs
β Reduced transport
β Lower warehousing costs
β Reduced waste handling
β Less downtime
Better Sustainability Performance
Linerless supports businesses looking to reduce environmental impact.
Benefits include:
β No backing paper
β Lower COβ emissions
β Less packaging material
β Reduced transport emissions
β Supports ESG (environmental, social, governance) reporting
β Supports EPR and PPWR objectives
Increased Marketing Space
Unlike traditional labels, Ravenwood linerless labels offer up to twice the printable surface area.
Perfect for:
- Recipes
- Promotional campaigns
- QR codes
- Product information
- Nutrition
- Sustainability messaging
- Multi-language information
Why Choose Ravenwood?
Unlike many suppliers, Ravenwood offers the complete linerless solution.
TheΒ Circle of LinerlessΒ combines:
- Approved linerless materials
- Com500 coating technology
- Nobac linerless applicators
- X-ray and Visioninnspection systems
- Global network of Ravenwood approved machinery distriburors and printer partners
- Global technical support
This integrated approach helps ensure consistent label quality, reliable application and maximum production efficiency.
Typical Applications
Suitable for:
| β Meat | β Poultry | β Ready Meals | β Fish |
| β Fresh Produce | β Dairy | β Bakery | β Food-to-Go |
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