High-Speed, Recyclable Wrap-Around Labeling for Carbonated Soft Drinks

The Opportunity

For high-volume beverage formats such as 20oz, 1 liter, and 2 liter bottles, global CPG manufacturers require wrap-around labeling solutions that deliver consistent machine performance, strong shelf appeal, and compatibility with evolving recyclability and sustainability targets—without compromising line efficiency.

While wrap-around labels remain a cost-effective labeling solution for large-scale production, conventional film materials can present limitations in converting efficiency, print quality, adhesion performance, and recyclability—creating challenges for brand owners and converters operating at scale.

Challenge

• High-speed performance on demanding bottling and labeling lines.
• Consistent print quality across large production volumes.
• Material reduction without sacrificing strength.
• Recyclability alignment with PET bottle streams.

Solution

Taghleef Industries’ CTL 48 and WTLII BOPP films are engineered for wrap-around labeling applications in carbonated soft drinks.

Key Benefits:

• Reliable machinability for smooth, high-speed applications – Designed for consistent performance on high-speed labeling lines, the film offers excellent web handling, controlled stiffness, and reliable feeding through automated application systems, helping minimize line stoppages, reduce waste, and improve overall production efficiency.
• Excellent printability for strong, consistent branding – Engineered with optimized surface treatment for superior ink adhesion, the material supports high-quality graphics across flexographic, gravure, and digital printing processes, enabling vibrant colors, sharp image definition, and consistent brand presentation across large production volumes.
• Downgauging capability to reduce material usage – Advanced film technology enables downgauging without compromising mechanical properties such as tensile strength and rigidity, allowing converters and brand owners to lower material consumption, reduce costs, and improve sustainability metrics while maintaining reliable label performance.
• Polyolefin structure supporting recycling compatibility – Built on a polyolefin-based structure, the film is designed to align with established recycling streams, particularly for rigid packaging applications, supporting improved recyclability, reduced contamination, and compliance with evolving circular economy and sustainable packaging requirements.

The Impact:

• Improved line efficiency and uptime – Optimized for high-speed converting and labeling operations, the solution delivers consistent machinability, stable web performance, and reliable label application, helping reduce unplanned downtime, minimize waste, and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) across demanding production environments.
• Enhanced on-shelf appearance – Superior print surface characteristics support high-impact graphics, enabling vibrant color reproduction, sharp image clarity, and consistent visual quality that strengthens brand presence and differentiation at the point of sale.
• Reduced material consumption – Enabled by advanced downgauging capabilities, the solution helps lower film thickness without compromising strength or performance, reducing overall material usage, transportation weight, and total cost of ownership while supporting sustainability initiatives.
• Progress toward circular packaging goals – Designed with recyclability in mind, the label structure aligns with established recycling streams and supports compatibility with PET bottle recycling processes, helping brand owners advance circular economy objectives and meet evolving regulatory and sustainability commitments.

Conclusion

With CTL 48 and WTLII, Taghleef Industries enables beverage brands to optimize labeling performance while advancing sustainability—delivering a scalable solution for modern, high-speed production.