The people who keep the run moving
Bottle Printing Co. works from Paarl in the Cape Winelands, with a team that handles short runs for wine, gin and water bottles, plus drinkware for gifting and events. The work needs careful eyes, steady hands and a clear plan for every artwork file, print method and pack-out note.
Each person in the team has a specific place in the job. That matters when a bottle shape is curved, the print area is tight, or a label has to sit straight on glass with a clean finish.
- Artwork checks for layout, line weight and print-ready detail
- Print area planning for glass bottles, tumblers and other drinkware
- Colour guidance for direct print, labels and white ink layers
- Proof approval steps before any run starts
Willem Johannes van der Merwe keeps the business side steady
Willem Johannes van der Merwe guides the overall direction of Bottle Printing Co. and keeps the business decisions practical for clients ordering branded bottles and drinkware. He is involved where production needs a clear call on scope, timing and the right print method for the item in front of us.
His focus is on making sure the job matches the brief, whether that means a short label run for a small event or direct print on glass for a winery or distillery project. When the order needs a tighter minimum run or a different packing brief, he helps shape the practical side of it.
Artwork, layout and proofing before print
Anika Louw handles artwork coordination, which means she checks file detail, print area placement and the way text, logos and line art will sit on the bottle or glass. She works across labels, UV direct print, screen printing and ceramic enamel prep, so the artwork is set up for the method being used.
She also prepares proof visuals so clients can see the layout before the run moves ahead. That extra pass is useful on curved bottles, where a small shift in placement can change the look of the final piece.
- Label artwork setup for wrap labels and front panels
- Mock-up visuals for bottle and drinkware presentation
- White ink layers where colour needs support on dark glass
- Minimum run advice when the format needs a smaller quantity
Print handling on glass and drinkware
Sibusiso Adonis works as the print technician, so he is the person closest to the machine work and the finish on the item itself. He handles UV direct print preparation, screen print prep and ceramic enamel prep, depending on the substrate and the effect the client wants.
His work suits many bottle and drinkware types, from clear wine bottles and frosted gin bottles to water bottles, tumblers and other branded glasses. The aim is a neat print that holds its shape on the surface and looks right once packed and delivered.
On glass, surface prep and colour layering matter more than people expect, especially when the artwork uses white or lighter tones. He keeps an eye on that detail so the final result feels planned rather than forced.
The production line from proof to pack-out
Leanne Gamieldien manages production, which covers how the work moves from approved artwork into the actual run. She keeps track of the print steps, packing brief and the order in which items go through decoration, drying or finishing, depending on the method.
She is also the person who helps keep short-run work organised when the order includes mixed items, such as bottles and matching drinkware for a launch or gift pack. The setup has to suit the print method, bottle shape and quantity without creating avoidable waste.
- Proof approvals before production starts
- Packing briefs for mixed bottle and drinkware orders
- Run planning for labels, UV print, screen print and enamel work
- Quality checks on print area placement and finish
Logistics, deliveries and client contact
Morne September handles logistics, which means the packed order leaves Paarl with the right notes and the right count for the destination. He keeps the delivery side organised for Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Johannesburg, Durban, Somerset West and Constantia, with broader delivery across South Africa.
Zanele Padayachee handles client services and keeps every brief clear from the first message. She works with the team so the brief contains the details needed for artwork checks, print area planning and the right decoration method.
The service side works best when the order is specific about the bottle type, drinkware shape and intended finish. That makes it easier to plan labels, direct print or screen print in a way that fits the item and the final use.