Glossary

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JIG

A device used to assist the correct placement of a semi-automatically applied pressure sensitive label. Usually it is made to fit the shape of the product being labelled.

JOG - INCHING

To intermittently operate a press for very short increments of web travel. Presses are wired so as not to operate at speed while in ‘inching’ mode.

JOIN - See BREAK

JOURNALS

The end shafts on which a roller rotates, usually within the needle bearing or bushing of a die block.

JUMBO ROLL

A full width roll of pressure sensitive laminate (converted or whole) where the outside diameter is larger than standard. Refer NS & LM specification sheets.