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There are different ways to print plastic roll banners, with two of the most popular methods being digitally printed plastic roll banners (DPRBs) and flexographic printed roll banners (flexos).
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No matter which printing method you choose, plastic roll banners offer a wonderful way to cover events with logos or branding messages. All on a budget! They are multi-purpose, as you can cut the roll banners and distribute sections for various uses, or use one long stretch to cover a large area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digitally Printed Plastic Roll Banners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"Digitally](\"https:\/\/blog.northcoastbanners.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/KNBR-Cumulus-San-Fran-24x36-DPRB-2-1024x682.jpg\")
Digitally Printed Plastic Roll Banners used for Crowd Control<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nDigitally Printed Plastic Roll Banners (DPRBs) are 4 mil plastic roll banners printed using a digital press. This means the art for the banner is uploaded directly to the print machine, much like many other digital printing processes. Let\u2019s break down some DPRB specifications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Art<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Perhaps the biggest advantage of DPRBs is that this method has no color limitations. That means that no matter how complicated the artwork, there will be no additional charges for the number of colors used. Thus, DPRBs are an extremely flexible design choice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Unlike traditional printing methods, DPRBs do not use plates. The images are stored digitally then printed directly onto the PE. This means there are no setup fees, either. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Repeat Lengths<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Based on a flexo print machine\u2019s capacity, many roll banners have a maximum achievable repeat length. That is maximum length the art can be in each repeated image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
DPRBs have no repeat length limitation. We can do any repeat lengths you need! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Perforations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
While DPRBs tend to be extremely flexible in design options, one limitation is that they cannot be perforated. However, the thin PE material can easily be cut with scissors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Minimum Order for Digital Plastic Roll Banners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
DPRBs are a fantastic solution for budget-conscious small businesses and nonprofits. That\u2019s because this method has a minimum order length of just a single 250-foot roll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Turnaround Time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Short on time? Because DPRBs don\u2019t require the extra labor of setting plates, production time is much shorter. This means the turnaround time for DPRBs can be as short as one week. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flexographic Plastic Roll Banners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"Flexographic](\"https:\/\/blog.northcoastbanners.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/American-Visionary-Art-Museum-24x36-4-color-PRB-5-1024x683.jpg\")
Flexographic Printed Roll Banners used for Crowd Control<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nFor years, flexographic printing has been one of the most commonly used methods for plastic roll banners. We\u2019ll break down its specifications so you can see how this printing method differs from digitally printed roll banners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Art<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Flexo printing is priced based on the number of colors in the art. We can print a maximum of 6 colors per banner. However, we can only print a 28.25″ repeat if the artwork uses all 6 colors. At a 36″, we can print up to four colors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Flexo printing requires a plate for each color in the artwork. There is a charge for plates the first time you order, but the plates can be reused for future orders of the same art without an additional fee. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Repeat Lengths<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Flexos are limited to repeat length. These are based on the size of the drums the print plates are mounted to. We can do an 18″, 24″, 30″, 36″, or 54″ repeat length. However, the 36″ and 54″ repeat lengths have limitations regarding the number of colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Perforations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A big advantage of flexo printed banners is that they can be perforated for easy tearing. Perforated banners are great if you have a large event where you will be handing out sections of banner to many guests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Minimum Order for Flexo Plastic Roll Banners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The minimum order for flexo plastic banners starts at 2000 linear feet (four 500-foot rolls). Thus, this method is best for when you have a LOT of ground to cover. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Turnaround Time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The turnaround time for flexo banners is 2 to 3 weeks. While this isn\u2019t a terribly long time, it is longer than DPRBs because it takes time to make the plates and even longer to properly set up each job on the press. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plastic Roll Banners At A Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/td> Flexographic Plastic Roll Banners (Flexos)<\/strong><\/td>Digitally Printed Plastic Roll Banners (DPRB)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Plates needed?<\/strong><\/td>Yes<\/td> No<\/td><\/tr> Color Limitations<\/strong><\/td>6 color max – Sizing limitations apply for 6 colors. Prices varry based on the number of colors. <\/td> No color Limitations, Design does not affect pricing<\/td><\/tr> Repeat Length<\/strong><\/td>54″ maximum repeat (With a max of 2 colors), 36″ max repeat (with a max of 4 colors)<\/td> No Maximm repeat length<\/td><\/tr> Can they be perforated?<\/strong><\/td>Yes<\/td> No<\/td><\/tr> Minimum Order<\/strong><\/td>(4) 500 ft rolls<\/td> (1) 250 ft roll<\/td><\/tr> Turnaround time<\/strong><\/td>2-3 weeks<\/td> 1 week<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nIn Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Digitally Printed Plastic Roll Banners (DPRBs) are 4 mil plastic roll banners printed using a digital press. This means the art for the banner is uploaded directly to the print machine, much like many other digital printing processes. Let\u2019s break down some DPRB specifications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Art<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Perhaps the biggest advantage of DPRBs is that this method has no color limitations. That means that no matter how complicated the artwork, there will be no additional charges for the number of colors used. Thus, DPRBs are an extremely flexible design choice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Unlike traditional printing methods, DPRBs do not use plates. The images are stored digitally then printed directly onto the PE. This means there are no setup fees, either. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Repeat Lengths<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Based on a flexo print machine\u2019s capacity, many roll banners have a maximum achievable repeat length. That is maximum length the art can be in each repeated image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
DPRBs have no repeat length limitation. We can do any repeat lengths you need! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Perforations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
While DPRBs tend to be extremely flexible in design options, one limitation is that they cannot be perforated. However, the thin PE material can easily be cut with scissors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Minimum Order for Digital Plastic Roll Banners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
DPRBs are a fantastic solution for budget-conscious small businesses and nonprofits. That\u2019s because this method has a minimum order length of just a single 250-foot roll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Turnaround Time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Short on time? Because DPRBs don\u2019t require the extra labor of setting plates, production time is much shorter. This means the turnaround time for DPRBs can be as short as one week. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flexographic Plastic Roll Banners<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFlexographic Printed Roll Banners used for Crowd Control<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nFor years, flexographic printing has been one of the most commonly used methods for plastic roll banners. We\u2019ll break down its specifications so you can see how this printing method differs from digitally printed roll banners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Art<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Flexo printing is priced based on the number of colors in the art. We can print a maximum of 6 colors per banner. However, we can only print a 28.25″ repeat if the artwork uses all 6 colors. At a 36″, we can print up to four colors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Flexo printing requires a plate for each color in the artwork. There is a charge for plates the first time you order, but the plates can be reused for future orders of the same art without an additional fee. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Repeat Lengths<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Flexos are limited to repeat length. These are based on the size of the drums the print plates are mounted to. We can do an 18″, 24″, 30″, 36″, or 54″ repeat length. However, the 36″ and 54″ repeat lengths have limitations regarding the number of colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Perforations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A big advantage of flexo printed banners is that they can be perforated for easy tearing. Perforated banners are great if you have a large event where you will be handing out sections of banner to many guests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Minimum Order for Flexo Plastic Roll Banners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The minimum order for flexo plastic banners starts at 2000 linear feet (four 500-foot rolls). Thus, this method is best for when you have a LOT of ground to cover. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Turnaround Time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The turnaround time for flexo banners is 2 to 3 weeks. While this isn\u2019t a terribly long time, it is longer than DPRBs because it takes time to make the plates and even longer to properly set up each job on the press. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plastic Roll Banners At A Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/td> Flexographic Plastic Roll Banners (Flexos)<\/strong><\/td>Digitally Printed Plastic Roll Banners (DPRB)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Plates needed?<\/strong><\/td>Yes<\/td> No<\/td><\/tr> Color Limitations<\/strong><\/td>6 color max – Sizing limitations apply for 6 colors. Prices varry based on the number of colors. <\/td> No color Limitations, Design does not affect pricing<\/td><\/tr> Repeat Length<\/strong><\/td>54″ maximum repeat (With a max of 2 colors), 36″ max repeat (with a max of 4 colors)<\/td> No Maximm repeat length<\/td><\/tr> Can they be perforated?<\/strong><\/td>Yes<\/td> No<\/td><\/tr> Minimum Order<\/strong><\/td>(4) 500 ft rolls<\/td> (1) 250 ft roll<\/td><\/tr> Turnaround time<\/strong><\/td>2-3 weeks<\/td> 1 week<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nIn Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
For years, flexographic printing has been one of the most commonly used methods for plastic roll banners. We\u2019ll break down its specifications so you can see how this printing method differs from digitally printed roll banners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Art<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Flexo printing is priced based on the number of colors in the art. We can print a maximum of 6 colors per banner. However, we can only print a 28.25″ repeat if the artwork uses all 6 colors. At a 36″, we can print up to four colors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Flexo printing requires a plate for each color in the artwork. There is a charge for plates the first time you order, but the plates can be reused for future orders of the same art without an additional fee. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Repeat Lengths<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Flexos are limited to repeat length. These are based on the size of the drums the print plates are mounted to. We can do an 18″, 24″, 30″, 36″, or 54″ repeat length. However, the 36″ and 54″ repeat lengths have limitations regarding the number of colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Perforations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A big advantage of flexo printed banners is that they can be perforated for easy tearing. Perforated banners are great if you have a large event where you will be handing out sections of banner to many guests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Minimum Order for Flexo Plastic Roll Banners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The minimum order for flexo plastic banners starts at 2000 linear feet (four 500-foot rolls). Thus, this method is best for when you have a LOT of ground to cover. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Turnaround Time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The turnaround time for flexo banners is 2 to 3 weeks. While this isn\u2019t a terribly long time, it is longer than DPRBs because it takes time to make the plates and even longer to properly set up each job on the press. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plastic Roll Banners At A Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/td> Flexographic Plastic Roll Banners (Flexos)<\/strong><\/td>Digitally Printed Plastic Roll Banners (DPRB)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Plates needed?<\/strong><\/td>Yes<\/td> No<\/td><\/tr> Color Limitations<\/strong><\/td>6 color max – Sizing limitations apply for 6 colors. Prices varry based on the number of colors. <\/td> No color Limitations, Design does not affect pricing<\/td><\/tr> Repeat Length<\/strong><\/td>54″ maximum repeat (With a max of 2 colors), 36″ max repeat (with a max of 4 colors)<\/td> No Maximm repeat length<\/td><\/tr> Can they be perforated?<\/strong><\/td>Yes<\/td> No<\/td><\/tr> Minimum Order<\/strong><\/td>(4) 500 ft rolls<\/td> (1) 250 ft roll<\/td><\/tr> Turnaround time<\/strong><\/td>2-3 weeks<\/td> 1 week<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nIn Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
| <\/td> | Flexographic Plastic Roll Banners (Flexos)<\/strong><\/td>| Digitally Printed Plastic Roll Banners (DPRB)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr> | Plates needed?<\/strong><\/td> | Yes<\/td> | No<\/td><\/tr> | Color Limitations<\/strong><\/td> | 6 color max – Sizing limitations apply for 6 colors. Prices varry based on the number of colors. <\/td> | No color Limitations, Design does not affect pricing<\/td><\/tr> | Repeat Length<\/strong><\/td> | 54″ maximum repeat (With a max of 2 colors), 36″ max repeat (with a max of 4 colors)<\/td> | No Maximm repeat length<\/td><\/tr> | Can they be perforated?<\/strong><\/td> | Yes<\/td> | No<\/td><\/tr> | Minimum Order<\/strong><\/td> | (4) 500 ft rolls<\/td> | (1) 250 ft roll<\/td><\/tr> | Turnaround time<\/strong><\/td> | 2-3 weeks<\/td> | 1 week<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n | In Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n |