The main focus of the diploma thesis was reshearch and aplication of thermochromic labels for multiple uses, which help users determine whether the drink is cold enough to drink safely. Labels were made out of reusable plastic therefore can be used multiple times. This also reduces the amount of waste keeping the production eviromentaly friendly.
The theorethic part includes explanation of what thermochromism is, which colours are used in process of thermochromic printing and their development. In addition it also contains a detailed description of the screenprinting process which was used for printing the labels, the history behind the printing process and relevancy of the lables in our daily lives. A big portion of the theoretic part also focuses on active packaging and the research of the current market.
Therefore the result of the diploma thesis are thermochromic labels for multiple uses, which are used as added value on cups of any choice. The results showed that the best material for labels for multiple uses is reusable foils.
|