Fascia Graphics, the UK’s leading manufacturer of graphic overlays and membrane keypads, has been acquired by CCL Design UK, a global leader in the development and manufacture of design products, innovative labels, and industrial products.

CCL Design UK has extensive durable label manufacturing experience, including the latest flexographic and digital print capabilities used in the manufacture of a wide range of durable label products including Brand Protection; Print on Demand; UL approved; and High temperature labels for many applications.  The Company is part of CCL Industries, which operates across the globe, employing over 20,000 people. In addition to label’s and overlays, CCL’s extensive product portfolio includes – precision die-cut functional parts, device brand enhancement products, brand protection and authentication products, and coated films, materials and labelstock.

Fascia presently serves in excess of 800 customers both domestically and globally. Its reputation has been built largely on its product quality, excellent customer service and fast lead times.

Geoffrey T Martin, CCL’s president and CEO, said: “Both culturally and operationally, CCL and Fascia Graphics are a very good fit, and CCL’s reputation for manufacturing high-quality products, will ensure that Fascia’s customers continue to receive the highest quality products and production standards in the UK’s printed graphics industry.”

Paul Bennett, Managing Director of Fascia Graphics, commented: “Our customers will also continue to benefit from CCL’s commitment to our continuous improvement programme, which has resulted in our business making the most significant investments in innovative technology in the industry. The success of this programme is just part of the reason we’ve been able to manufacture a high-quality product with rapid turnaround times, at a competitive price.”

Over the next few months Fascia Graphics will begin trading under the CCL name, and at the same time customers will receive access to additional products and capabilities through being part of the CCL group. These capabilities include precision cutting technologies, clean room, optical and automation technologies, and wide web precision coating and lamination.