A mark that has
remained since 1974
A modern paper converting company, industrial in its efficiency, artisanal in its care
Since 1974, we have been transforming paper, fabric, and materials into tangible signs of identity.
We were founded in Granarolo dell’Emilia, surrounded by factories, workshops, and printing houses: an area that moves to the rhythm of a job well done.
In over fifty years, we have learned that a tag is never just a piece of paper: it is the first gesture that introduces a brand, a touch that remains between your fingers, a small object that carries with it memory and recognizability.
For us, “TAG” is not just a tag, but a verb: it gives a name, an identity, and value to what you produce. From the tag, all the other packaging solutions were born, with which we express the soul of our customers every day, transforming a detail into a bridge between brands and people.
Our evolution
Our history is one of continuous progress: from the first printing presses to digital systems, NFC technologies, and special sustainable projects. Each innovation has been adopted to combine speed, quality, and new creative possibilities.
1974
CO&IN is founded, starting with the resale of clothing accessories. Our first logo, an avant-garde retro look for its time.
1983
The obligation to have a composition label on garments comes into force, the first rotary label printing machines.
1986
1990
Introduction of Computer to Plate with the first Macintosh, Adobe Illustrator 88, Adobe Photoshop 1.0, Adobe Font Folio, Postscript 1.0, Purup ImageMaker 80/10 imagesetter.
1994
2000
2013
First 5-colour white + four-colour digital printer for variable data Ricoh 7100X.
2017
2018
Obtained FSC system certification and first participation in the Packaging Première fair in Milan.
2020
2022
2022 installation of first KBA Rapida76 5 colors + bivalent flexo spreader for traditional and UV printing.
2025
Launch of environmental GAP analysis to verify the environmental impact of production and GMP procedures for printing food packaging.
1974
CO&IN is founded, starting with the resale of clothing accessories. Our first logo, an avant-garde retro look for its time.
1983
The obligation to have a composition label on garments comes into force, the first rotary label printing machines.
1986
1990
Introduction of Computer to Plate with the first Macintosh, Adobe Illustrator 88, Adobe Photoshop 1.0, Adobe Font Folio, Postscript 1.0, Purup ImageMaker 80/10 imagesetter.
1994
First 4 color offset 35×50 Komori L420, we start working with the foreign market, France in particular.
2000
Third Komori L228 with in-line UV coater, first Exacta machine for automatically threading eyelets/cords/pins into tags. Expansion and new image.
2013
First 5-colour white + four-colour digital printer for variable data Ricoh 7100X.
2017
Installation of photovoltaic panels equal to 100 KWh of power.
2018
Obtained FSC system certification and first participation in the Packaging Première fair in Milan.
2020
Start of energy and aesthetic redevelopment of offices and production.
2022
2022 installation of first KBA Rapida76 5 colors + bivalent flexo spreader for traditional and UV printing.
2025
Launch of environmental GAP analysis to verify the environmental impact of production and GMP procedures for printing food packaging.
People, not roles
Every day, our team shares the same table: designers who draw lines as thin as threads, printers who listen to the sound of paper and printing presses, consultants who transform questions into solutions.
At CO&IN, work is not a chore, but something we truly enjoy. A peaceful and creative environment where ideas intermingle and take shape. Those who enter our workshop find a partner, not a supplier: a group of passionate professionals who accompany you step by step, with humility and practicality, to transform ideas into materials you can touch, see, and feel.
Quality, precision, and creativity in every detail
For us, quality is not a goal, but a method. From design to printing, every stage is checked to ensure aesthetic consistency, technical soundness, and fidelity to the customer’s vision. Every project begins with listening. The first step is always to understand what you want to say and how you want to be perceived. From there, we build a path that is both technical and sensory to create projects that are never standardized but always tailor-made, with artisan expertise applied to industry.
Dialogue
We sit down with you, gather insights, objectives, and reference materials.
Translation
We transform ideas into prototypes, print proofs, and samples you can browse and touch.
In-house production
Our machines, our team: everything under control, guaranteed delivery times, no change of hands.
Delivery and continuity
Small batches or complex productions, always with the same attention and care.
Printing techniques
Each printing technique is an alphabet with which to write your story: the soft relief of letterpress, the glow of holographic foil, the depth of a bas-relief, the matte caress of soft-touch lamination.
Direct printing
Letterpress
traditional relief printing.
Digital printing
versatile, fast, suitable for short runs.
Opaque solvent ink
printing with resistant inks on surfaces, even non-absorbent ones.
Thick glossy UV ink
Printing with UV-cured inks, glossy and textured effect.
Special ink
special inks (fluorescent, metallic, white, transparent, etc.).
Hot foil
hot stamping with matrix and pressure.
Cold foil
transfer with adhesive and subsequent passage through the printing machine.
Holographic foil
iridescent/rainbow effect foil.
Recyclable hot foil
the same printing effects, with greater sustainability.
Foil finishes
Embossed and tactile finishes
Bas-relief
engraving that creates a negative/positive sculpted effect on the surface.
Shiny raised Braille
tactile embossed printing, with transparent/glossy effect.
Soft-touch lamination
velvety surface finish, soft tactile feel.
Embroidery
thread decoration, typical of fabrics and upholstery.
Applications
addition of decorative or functional elements (patches, logos, material details).
Laser
Precision engraving or cutting on various materials.
Customized techniques
The materials
Every material has its own voice: natural papers that rustle, textile fibers that warm to the touch, materials that tell stories.
Cards
Natural cards
uncoated, with a more textured surface.
Recycled paper
made from recycled, sustainable fibers.
Pulp-dyed paper
color integrated into the fiber, high lightfastness.
Coated paper
smooth surface, suitable for sharp prints and photo-quality images.
Marked, embossed, and laid paper
with surface textures for tactile and visual effects.
Parchment paper
with a semi-transparent and satin finish.
Thick paper
Resistant, ideal for high-quality packaging.
Custom cards
customized paper in terms of weight, color, and finish.
GRS cotton (certified recycled)
sustainable, natural, and certified material.
Resin-coated anti-fraying cotton
treated for greater strength and durability.
Natural yarn
natural fibers such as cotton and linen, for an elegant and authentic look.
Recycled yarn
made from recycled materials with low environmental impact.
Polyester satin
Shiny, soft fabric, ideal for ribbons and refined finishes.
Double polyester crepe
Thicker, with a glossy effect on both sides.
Grossgrain
ribbed fabric, very durable, with an elegant look.
Organza
Lightweight, transparent fabric with a sophisticated effect.
Recycled linen
natural fiber with a distinctive texture, in a sustainable version.
Felt
Soft and thick, excellent for labels or textured details.
Textile materials
Technical and special materials
Tyvek
synthetic material, tear-resistant and water-resistant, similar to paper but more durable.
Polypropylene
Versatile and lightweight plastic material.
Recycled PET
Recycled plastic material, sustainable and resistant.
Sustainability is not a trend, but an everyday gesture
We use recycled paper, natural fibers, and certified yarns; we reduce waste and choose low-impact processes.
But for us, sustainability also means ethics: respect for those who work with us, care for the local area, and responsible, lasting relationships.
Recognized value, in black and white.
Our choices are certified by international bodies:
FSC®
Since 2018, we have guaranteed paper sourced from responsibly managed forests.
OEKO-TEX®
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® guarantees safety and the absence of harmful substances in fabrics.
GRS
The Global Recycle Standard, promoted by Textile Exchange, certifies the quality and traceability of recycled materials.