We are excited to introduce PDF Approval, a new way to review and confirm your artwork before printing. This feature is designed to save you time, reduce costs, and eliminate unnecessary shipping while keeping the approval process safe and reliable.
What is PDF Approval?
Instead of waiting for physical can samples, you now receive a PDF mock-up of your artwork, scaled to actual can dimensions. It includes body and neck areas, basecoat, and varnish specifications.
You simply review the file, check that everything looks correct (colours, logos, text, barcodes, layout), and confirm approval online. Once you sign off, you can start placing your order.
How Long Does It Take?
- PDF Approval: up to 7 days from artwork submission to delivery of your approval PDF.
- Faster than photo/video (7 days) or physical samples (10 days).
Why Choose PDF Approval?
- Speed: Fastest approval route – keeps your project moving.
- Sustainability: No shipping, no extra cans, no waste.
- Cost-effective: Included as part of your order, no additional shipping or handling fees.
- Clarity: Clearly shows artwork placement, neck line, and scale.
What to Watch Out For
- Colours & finishes: Screen colours may differ slightly from the final printed can due to monitor calibration and print tolerances.
- Metallic/Gloss/Matte effects: Cannot be perfectly simulated in PDF.
- Approval binding: Once you approve the PDF, production follows that file exactly.
👉 If your project depends heavily on seeing real finishes or holding the can in your hand, you may still prefer Photo & Video Samples or Physical Samples.
Sample & Approval Options at a Glance
|
Option |
Delivery Time |
What You Get |
Best For |
|
PDF Approval |
7 days |
Digital PDF mock-up, scaled to can |
Fast turnaround, recurring customers, sustainable option |
|
Photo & Video Sample |
7 days |
High-resolution photos & videos of printed can |
Visual check of layout & colours |
|
Physical Sample Delivery |
10 days |
A real printed can, shipped to you |
Full tactile & visual inspection, stakeholder demos |
How to Approve via PDF
- Receive your approval PDF by email or in your customer portal.
- Review carefully: check logos, text, barcode readability, and artwork placement.
- Confirm approval by logging in to your NOMOQ account.
- Once approved, you can place your order! Don't know how to do? 👉 How to Order Cans?
✅ Tip: For returning customers or simple reorders, PDF Approval is the fastest and greenest option.