Decoration

Plastic Part Decoration That Adds Value and Visual Appeal

At Sussex IM, decoration isn’t an afterthought – it’s part of how we help products stand out. With decades of experience serving cosmetics and consumer brands, we offer a full range of plastic part decoration services tailored to material, performance, and aesthetic goals.

From simple branding to complex multi-color graphics, our in-house capabilities cover pad printing, hot stamping, heat transfer, and in-mold labeling (IML). Every technique is evaluated for durability, visual clarity, and compatibility with your molded part and substrate.

Built for a Range of Applications

Our decoration processes support a wide variety of markets and plastic substrates. Common applications include:

Cosmetics and personal care packaging
Injection molded medical devices
Sanitizer and soap dispensers
Sports and recreation gear
Lawn and garden products
Industrial components

We collaborate with you early to determine the right method based on part geometry, surface finish, and end-use requirements. When needed, we also apply surface treatments like corona, flame, or chemical treatment to support adhesion and long-term performance.

Plastic Part Decoration Techniques at Sussex IM

Pad printing transfers a two-dimensional image onto a three-dimensional plastic part using a silicone pad. This is a cost-effective solution for short runs, sampling, and detailed graphics, even on contoured surfaces.

Benefits:

Ideal for proofs and prototypes
Works on complex shapes and small features
Available in 1-, 2-, and 4-color options
Sample with in-house polymer clichés before investing in steel tooling

Hot stamping uses heated dies to apply metallic or pigmented foils directly onto a plastic surface. It’s a great choice for high-volume branding with a durable, high-end look.

Benefits:

Durable, single-color decoration
Works well for larger production runs
Compatible with roll-on or vertical presses
Clean, crisp marks with branded visual impact

This process applies pre-printed graphics onto plastic parts using heat and pressure. It’s ideal for high-volume production requiring detailed, multi-color decoration.

Benefits:

Supports multiple colors and detailed graphics
Efficient for large-volume runs (50,000+)
Works on flat or slightly contoured surfaces
Offers a clean, consistent finish

Laser engraving creates permanent markings directly on molded parts without inks or labels. It’s ideal for logos, serial numbers, and other high-precision elements.

Benefits:

Clean, high-contrast marks on a range of substrates
Excellent for traceability or branding
No consumables or post-processing required
Consistent results even on small or curved parts

Pressure sensitive labels provide a versatile option for adding branding or functional graphics post-molding.

Benefits:

Fast application and minimal setup
Ideal for short runs or product variations
Wide range of materials and finishes
Good adhesion on flat and slightly curved surfaces

Looking for High-Volume Decoration with Zero Post-Processing?

Consider In-Mold Labeling (IML)

In-mold labeling fuses the label to the plastic part during the molding process, eliminating secondary steps. This approach creates an integrated, high-resolution finish that won’t peel, scuff, or fade over time. Learn more on our In-Mold Labeling page.

In-Mold Labeling

Partner with a Plastic Injection Molding Company That Handles It All

Sussex IM combines decades of plastic injection molding experience with in-house decoration, automation, and fulfillment services. We help customers at every stage of development, guiding them in selecting a plastic part decoration method that meets the look, function, and lifecycle requirements of the product.

Let’s talk about your next decorated plastic part.

Decoration

Plastic Part Decoration That Adds Value and Visual Appeal

Built for a Range of Applications

Plastic Part Decoration Techniques at Sussex IM

Pad Printing

Hot Stamping

Heat Transfer

Laser Engraving

Pressure Sensitive Labels (PSLs)

Looking for High-Volume Decoration with Zero Post-Processing?

Partner with a Plastic Injection Molding Company That Handles It All