Start a Packaging Business with Mimaki: Best Printers for Custom Boxes, Labels & Sleeves

In a world where first impressions matter, custom packaging is more than just protection — it’s branding, storytelling, and the final pitch to your customer. Whether you’re targeting small-batch product packaging, custom labels, or luxury box printing, Mimaki offers powerful solutions for startups entering the packaging and labeling industry.

If you're planning to launch a packaging print shop or add packaging services to your product business, this guide is for you.

📦 Why Custom Packaging Is a Smart Business

• 🚀 Fast-growing industry with demand from beauty, food, wellness & e-commerce brands
• 🔄 Ideal for short runs, prototyping, and small batch orders
• 💰 High-margin service that adds value to products
• 🏠 Easy to run from a home office or small studio
• 🌍 Huge market for eco-friendly and on-demand packaging

🖨️ Best Mimaki Printers for Custom Packaging Businesses

1. Mimaki UJF Series – UV Flatbed Printers for Boxes, Covers & Hard Packaging

The UJF-3042 MkII e and UJF-6042 MkII e are compact UV printers that can print directly onto small to mid-sized packaging materials — no labels required.

Perfect for:

• Rigid box tops and luxury packaging
• Promotional product packaging
• Custom sleeves and folding cartons
• Plastic, acrylic, wood, or coated paperboard

✅ Why It Works:

• UV ink adheres to nearly any surface
• White, clear, and gloss effects for premium finishes
• Prints directly on pre-cut packaging components
• Ideal for short-run, high-end packaging

🔗 See UJF UV Printers for Packaging 

2. Mimaki UCJV300-160 – UV Print & Cut for Labels, Stickers & Packaging Film

The UCJV300-160 is a versatile UV printer with built-in cutting functionality, designed for high-performance label printing, decals, flexible packaging wraps, and more. It prints on transparent, metallic, and heat-sensitive media — making it a top choice for packaging startups that want bold, durable results.

Perfect for:

• Labels for skincare, food, beverage, and candles
• Flexible pouch packaging and shrink wraps
• Custom stickers, tamper seals, and decals
• Transparent, silver, and specialty label films

✅ Why It Works:

• UV inks cure instantly — perfect for fast turnarounds
• Built-in cutter handles precision contour cutting
• Can print white and clear for creative label effects
• Compatible with roll media, including films, vinyl, and PET

🔗 Explore the UCJV300-160 UV Print & Cut Machine

3. Mimaki UJF-7151 Plus II – Heavy-Duty UV Packaging Printer

For businesses looking to scale or offer industrial-grade rigid packaging customization, the UJF-7151 Plus II offers incredible speed and print area.

Perfect for:

• Pre-assembled rigid boxes
• Corrugated packaging prototypes
• Branded hard case packaging
• Flat or 3D surfaces for high-end retail

✅ Why It Works:

• Large flatbed print area (28” x 20”)
• Prints on plastic, metal, MDF, cardboard, glass
• Unbeatable quality for premium packaging runs

🔗 Learn About the UJF-7151 Plus II 

💼 Why Choose Absolute Toner for Your Packaging Setup?

At Absolute Toner, we don’t just sell printers — we build businesses. Whether you're a start-up or scaling, we help you:

• ✅ Choose the right packaging printer for your needs
• ✅ Explore new and repossessed equipment options
• ✅ Take advantage of financing, lease-to-own & buyout programs
• ✅ Get training and support to hit the ground running
• ✅ Work with a team that has over 25 years of experience in print

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