Smart, Scalable Print: Custom Keg Collars for Hallertau Brewery
Nestled in Riverhead, just outside Auckland, Hallertau Brewery is a pioneer of New Zealand’s modern craft beer scene — and one of our longest-standing keg collar clients. With an ever-evolving lineup of beers and a commitment to freshness, they needed a way to brand kegs clearly and consistently across dozens of SKUs, without slowing down production or adding friction for their team.
We’ve produced tens of thousands of flat keg collars for Hallertau since 2017, using a standardised setup we’ve refined to serve over 30 breweries across New Zealand. Every collar is printed on sturdy 284gsm Formakote Natura board, diecut to a precise 93 × 186mm, and supplied flat for efficient storage and quick application. Colours stay sharp, even after time in the chiller — and we keep their artwork, samples, and print settings on file for fast, repeatable reprints with no colour surprises.
Static details: beer name, style, ABV, branding, are pre-printed, with space left for batch codes and dates to be added on site. It’s a practical, repeatable system that keeps quality high and turnaround times low.
We offer two keg collar formats: the flat style used by Hallertau (simple, cost-effective, reliable), and a folding version — like the one we produce for Ground Up Brewing — that locks the tap badge in place for extra hold during transport. Both are built on the same print specs, using shared dies and structures developed in-house, meaning consistent results, sharp pricing, and faster turnarounds no matter your format.
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Specifications
Finished size:
93 x 186mm
Stock:
300gsm Top Flight Carton Board.
Colours:
Printed in CMYK on one side.
Finishing:
Diecut to size and supplied flat.
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Made to Last: Durable Directional Signage for Fix & Fogg’s Wellington Site
When Fix & Fogg makers of some of the best nut butter on the planet—needed clear, functional signage for their Wellington production site, they came to us. The brief? Durable, easy-to-read signs that could withstand the elements while guiding delivery drivers, customers and visitors around their busy factory space.
We printed two outdoor panels showing delivery/pickup locations and warehouse opening hours. These weren’t about flashy branding—they were about clear communication, hard-wearing materials, and signage that stays legible and professional, no matter the weather.
We printed on our Roland XR-640, using eco-solvent inks known for their resistance to fading, scratches, and moisture. For the vinyl, we went with Avery Dennison MPI 2904, paired with DOL 2100 matt laminate to lock in colour and protect from UV and abrasion. The graphics were then mounted to 4mm ACM panels and fully edge-wrapped—meaning the graphics continue around the sides for a cleaner, more polished appearance.
Here’s the kicker: these photos were taken five months after install. The signs still look as good as the day they left our shop—a solid reminder that quality materials and solid print work matter.
Testimonial from Shenae at Fix & Fogg:
"The Colourcraft team are amazing. Their work is second to none and we always have a quick turnaround. Thanks Team!"
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Specifications
Finished size:
800 x 800mm & 1200 x 1200mm
Stock:
Avery Dennison MPI 2904 vinyl, Avery Dennison DOL 2100 Matt Laminate & 4mm ACM
Colours:
Printed in CMYK.
Finishing:
Overlaminate with matt laminate, mount vinyl to ACM panel, edge wrap, drill holes.
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Accessible, Durable and On Brand: Translation Booklets for Wellington Museum
Wellington Museum came to us with a straightforward print need: a set of A5 booklets featuring te reo Māori translations of their Fortune exhibition content. These would be placed in the exhibition space for visitors to browse or take, so they needed to be durable, cost-effective, and easy to replace.
After exploring a few different production options, we landed on a practical, budget-conscious solution: 50 A5-sized booklets, saddle-stapled, printed in black-only to keep things simple and clean. The 20 internal pages were printed on 100gsm Advance Laser—FSC certified and ultra-smooth for readability—while the 210gsm Trophee Intensive Red covers added a bright, distinctive finish that stood out in the space.
We printed the job on our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070, which ensured consistent print quality, perfect alignment, and a professional finish across every copy.
The result? A no-fuss, high-quality print job that does exactly what it needs to—clearly present the content, look sharp, and handle regular use in a busy exhibition space.
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Specifications
Finished size:
A5 (148x210mm)
Stock:
Covers: 210gsm Trophee Red
Pages: 100gsm Advance Laser
Colours:
Printed black throughout.
Finishing:
Saddle stitched and trimmed to size.
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Subtle Impact: Black-on-Black Notebooks for City Gallery Wellington
City Gallery Wellington Te Whare Toi, a cornerstone of New Zealand’s contemporary art scene, came to us with a clever challenge: create a striking, sellable notebook to represent the gallery while it’s closed for renovations. They needed something elegant yet cost-effective, reflecting their bold visual brand, even without printed interior pages.
We collaborated with their team to bring the 'Art This Way' notebook to life. Initially considering white screenprinting, we suggested a sleek, lower-cost solution: black-on-black digital printing. By digitally printing black toner onto premium 320gsm Popset Black stock, we created a high-impact, light-catching effect that highlights the brand without shouting. Subtle, but powerful.
Inside, we kept the quality high—even though the pages were unprinted—by using Mohawk Superfine Eggshell White 118gsm, an FSC certified stock known for its beautiful texture and refined feel.
The final product was saddle-stitched, compact (130x210mm), and clean. And thanks to our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070 with real-time quality control, every notebook came out consistently sharp and polished.
Here’s what they had to say: “The notebooks look great, we’re really happy with them!, thanks for getting it organised so quickly”
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Specifications
Finished size:
135mm(W) x 210mm(H)
Stock:
Covers: 320gsm Popset Black
Pages: Mohawk Superfine Eggshell White 118gsm
Colours:
Cover printed black one side.
Finishing:
Saddle stitched and trimmed to size.
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Eye-Catching & Easy to Use: Table Talkers for Parrotdog
Parrotdog Wellington’s own legendary craft brewery—came to us with a sharp idea. They needed vibrant, branded table talkers their Sales Reps could hand out to bars and restaurants stocking their beer. Simple. Standout. On-brand. These needed to be easy to distribute, easy to assemble, and hard to miss once set up on a table.
We took the brief and hopped it up.
Each piece was printed in full colour on 350gsm Silk Matt—an ultra-smooth, high-white stock with a professional feel. We used our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070 to nail perfect colour consistency across the full run, so every talker looked just like the next—vibrant, precise and sharp.
To finish the job, we used the JWEI 6040—a precision digital cutter that handled the complex creases and custom edge work like a pro. It gave us precise creases and cleanly cut bevel flaps. No waste, no mess. Just clean, production-line quality from a machine built for short-run custom work.
Then double-sided tape was applied—ready for flat packing and easy on-site assembly. Simple for the reps, polished and professional for the venues, and built to carry the Parrotdog brand with pride.
The result? A practical, eye-catching display piece that feels as good as their beer tastes.
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Specifications
Finished size:
A4 creased to 92 x 210mm
Stock:
350gsm Silk Matt
Colours:
CMYK
Finishing:
Diecut to shape with creases, tape applied, and supplied flat for assembly.
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