-API Foils - Laminating Films
API Foils is one of the world’s largest producers of hot and cold stamping foils and laminating films. The company was formed following the merger of five renowned names in the industry – Astor, Whiley, Dri-Print, Peerless and Shanghai Shenyong. It has manufacturing sites in the UK, the US and China.
Laminated, Metalised and Coated boards
Henry & Leigh Slater Ltd is the laminating division of API Group. It specialises in the production of laminated, metallised and coated papers and boards. The company has two UK based manufacturing divisions
As a global operation, API Foil’s distribution network covers over seventy countries, with wholly owned sites in Australia, France and New Zealand.
Foils and Laminates
With a combination of creative expertise, technical skill and customised solutions, backed up by extensive market knowledge and a commitment to research and development, API Foils has achieved a deserved reputation as the leading name in its field. It is the only company in the world to provide both foils and laminates.
Holographic Foils
- An Unclear Solution? »
David Jarvis
There is still a common misconception in the marketplace that laminates must be clear. - API Foils Cold Foil Technology goes from Strength to Strength »
David Jarvis
Leading foils manufacturer, API Foils, has entered into a new phase of its business relationship with quality label manufacturer, Multi Labels by using its revolutionary new cold foiling technology - Dieless cold foil. - API Foils Launches Chistmas Card Design Initiative »
David Jarvis
API Foils, one of the leading producers of stamping foils and laminates, has formed an alliance with leading Greeting Card manufacturer, Hallmark Cards, and national charity, Wish Upon a Star, and to turn five Manchester schoolchildren into Christmas card designers. - API Foils Re-design Packaging for Orlane Paris Range Be 21 »
David Jarvis
Interpreting The Brief Creating the right design and deciding the appropriate production techniques is crucial to successfully meeting the expectations of the consumer. Printers Allardi was commissioned by Orlane Paris to re-design the packaging for its Be 21 product range and API Foils was introduced at the beginning of the process as a member of the design team. - API Foils Strike Gold with Nuggets Cartons »
David Jarvis
A new gold holofoil from API Foils has been employed by M. Y. Cartons, to produce a new, special edition package for the re-launch of Golden Nuggets cereal for Cereal Partners U.K. - Foiling the Competition »
David Jarvis
Sophisticated packaging design has led to increased use of foils by folding carton manufacturers as brand manager rethink the presentation of their products. API Foils explains how the industry is benefiting from innovative packaging design. - Labelling Dieless Foils »
David Jarvis
The labelling industry is dynamic and fast growing with an increasing number of manufacturers recognising the value of labelling as a powerful advertising medium. With a variety of labels available, manufacturers need to take into consideration cost, design and application complexity before selecting a label. API Foils explains how dieless foiling can lower costs and improve packaging. - Product: API Foils used for Colgate Cartons »
David Jarvis
The Right Background API Foils is one of the world's largest producers of stamping foils. The company was formed following the merger of five renowned names in the industry - Astor, Whiley, Dri-Print, Peerless and Shanghai Shenyong. It has manufacturing sites in the UK, the US and China.
