We produce blank sticky labels, thermal labels, pre-printed labels in colour or black and white (with the same information or ‘variable data’ on each label), waterproof and tear-proof labels for assets, metal labels and of course barcoded labels.
Here is some advice on choosing the right labels.
Plain paper & thermal labels
| Thermal Labels Thermal labels react to heat and turn black. When they are put through a thermal printer the image is printed on the labels without needing ink. This makes thermal labels (or direct thermal) easy to use and reasonably low cost. Thermal labels do not last as long as labels printed using inks. They turn brown with heat so they can react in sunshine. Also - thermal labels increase the wear on the printer's printhead, eventually the printhead needs replacing. Where the inconvenience of ink ribbons and the life of the labels is short, the Thermal label is the best option.
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Plain paper shipping label
| Plain paper labels
Plain paper labels are the most inexpensive labels available. They are easy to use and come in a wide range of sizes. Some are coated so the image printed on them are sharper and more durable. Some labels are treated to provide a shiny (gloss) surface. Usually labels are produced with a permanent adhesive, but contact us for labels with glue designed for freezers or to be peeled off items.
Paper labels are ideal for items that need a long life label but aren't used to present the product. Examples include outer case labels or carton labels.
These labels need a thermal ink in order to produce the image on the label. If using a gloss label, make sure you use an ink ribbon made from a mixture of wax and resin.
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Pre-printed labels
| Pre-printed labels
Preprinted labels come in two forms. A label preprinted with a single image re-printed hundreds or thousands of times is the simplist solution. Barcode Products is able to produce full colour labels in single quantities up to millions of labels.
Preprinted labels can be produced onto plastics or paper and we are able to custom cut a label shape for you.
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Labels printed with incrementing numbers
| 'Variable Data' Labels
A large proportion of our customers order labels pre-printed with
'variable data'. This is where a client, for example, asks us for 1000 barcoded labels numbered from 1 to 1000 - to be used as product serial numbers or asset numbers.
Alternatively, clients may have a spreadsheet with stock codes or descriptions and they need these printed onto labels.
Contact us so we can advise you on how to solve this problem.
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Durable metal asset labels
| Durable labels
Many solutions involve providing labels that can withstand wiping, scratching, tearing and washing. Most often standard plastic labels are supplied. Plastic labels are slightly more expensive than paper but are the only way to solve a problem. Most thermal transfer printers will print onto plastic labels, although care must be taken to select a compatible ink ribbon. Plastic labels are not designed to cope with damage from the sun outdoors.
Metal labels
Where labels
need to last many years outdoors - or need to withstand considerable
punishment - metal labels are often the only solution. Pretty much any
image can be printed in very high resolution onto metal labels or plates
- including variable information such asset numbers or product serial
numbers. Metal plates can be supplied in a range of thickneses, sizes
and with or without adhesives. Obviously metal labels are the most
expensive labels.
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With such a comprehensive range of products, we need you to telephone or email us to let us know what you need.
Five reasons why you should call us
- If you need labels urgently we have a wide range of stock labels that may meet your requirements
- We use thousands label cutters (or dies) to ensure you have the exact size of label you need.
- If you have a unique label requirement, we have masses of experience in a wide range of applications.
- If you need high barcode quality we can verify your barcoded labels for you .
- If you need variable data on your labels, we print your labels for you.
Thermal Transfer Ribbons
Our customers use a wide range of different ribbon material - from high quality resin ribbons for specialist uses such as dry cleaning and heat resistant Kapton labels to cheap wax ribbons for everyday paper labels. We have 11 different materials in addition to TEC and Datamax branded ribbons.
Thermal Ink supplies
Email us if you'd like to test one of our ribbons in your thermal printer.
Seven reasons why we're the best choice for thermal transfer ribbons
- For peace of mind, our ribbons are manufactured in Japan and Europe to exceptionally high standards and consistent quality.
- If you need small numbers of rolls, in many cases we can supply as few as single ribbons.
- So your printer lasts longer, our ribbons work at lower temperatures – extending the life of your print-head
- To save you money, our ribbons are cut precisely to the width you specify – at no extra charge
- So you can buy with confidence, we guarantee our ribbons won't injure your printer
- For your convenience and to ensure you're never more than a day away from ribbons we will stock your ribbons for you – please ask us.
- Get the best from your thermal printer investment from us – we know printers, software and service and we'll work with you to get the best results.
