Substrates & Materials
Engineered to handle a wide range of converting materials
Aztech converting systems are designed to accommodate a broad spectrum of substrates and materials commonly used in label, packaging, and specialty converting applications. From thin, unsupported films to thicker tag and gasket materials, Aztech equipment is engineered to maintain control, accuracy, and consistency across diverse material types.
This versatility allows converters to run multiple product types on a single platform while maintaining stable performance and predictable results.
Material Compatibility in Real-World Production
Material characteristics such as thickness, rigidity, surface properties, and adhesive behavior can significantly impact converting performance. Aztech systems are built with flexible web handling and configurable process options to support these variations without compromising quality or throughput.
Over decades of field experience, Aztech has supported customers converting materials across a wide range of industries and applications.
By designing systems without fixed-length base frames or restrictive back plates, Aztech enables a broad range of process expansions within a single platform.
Commonly Supported Substrates
While every application is unique, Aztech converting systems are commonly used with materials including:
Polyethylene (PE) films
Polypropylene and BOPP films
Polyester (PET) films
PVC films
Label materials, including paper and film facestocks, paper and film release liners, and pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs).
Gasket materials, including specialty papers, films, foams, and rubber compounds
Board stock and tag stock materials (up to 22 pt)
System configuration, tooling, and process modules are selected based on material properties and production requirements.
Application Testing and Material Validation
When required, Aztech can support substrate handling evaluations, die cutting demonstrations, and collaborative testing to help confirm material compatibility with specific system configurations.
This process allows customers to validate performance expectations before production, reducing risk and supporting confident equipment selection.
Supporting Custom Converting Requirements
Material diversity is often a key driver behind custom converting solutions. Aztech works closely with customers to evaluate substrate characteristics and recommend system configurations, tooling, and process expansions that align with both current and future material needs.
