Glossary

The PRINTING United Alliance Glossary serves as an excellent industry terminology resource. It is the language by which we all communicate. Without it, universal understanding would be impossible.

To keep our constituents well informed about changes to the increasingly complex industry terminology, PRINTING United Alliance has developed this glossary of terms. Definitions are for general reference only. Usage may vary between companies, individuals, or national and country customs. The information presented is as accurate as the authors and editors can ascertain and PRINTING United Alliance assumes no responsibility for the use of information presented herein.
  • Radius
    (1) A line segment joining the center of a circle with any point on its circumference; (2) A measure of the curve or range on which a printing screen travels in printing tapered objects; (3) Measure of the curve on which artwork is distorted to fit a curved or tapered surface of a bottle or cylindrical object.
  • Radius printing
    The technique of screen printing on conical shapes, where the printing screen moves along the arc of a circle while the squeegee remains stationary.