Label Solutions
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Support
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Durable Labels
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Design
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Augmented Labels
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Label Capabilities
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Stock Labels
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Digital Labels
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Thermal Solutions
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Flexo Labels
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Label Markets
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Equipment Sites
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Flexible Packaging
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Get the fastest quote turnarounds in the industry.
Support Estimators Fast just got faster! TSG is committed to providing accurate quote requests back in your hands within 3 hours or less. No other label printer offers you this level of quick, personal service combined with the competitive pricing you deserve.
Tech Support Our support team really knows their stuff and always love a challenge. If you have a unique application, use TSG as your one stop resource to find the best possible solutions. We bring you years of experience in the label industry in all markets including UL/cUL, GHS and security.
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From a vision to high quality designs.
Design Need some help designing your labels? Then consider TSG as your personal design team for this project. We are happy to guide you through the design process. For a single low price, you'll receive up to three design concepts based on the information you provide. Once a design is selected, press ready artwork will be prepared.
Contact us to get started on your label design!
Our Label Designs
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We offer different label capabilities to help you get your job done.
Label Capabilities Custom & Stock Labels
7"–20" Flexo Web
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• Up to 10 Colors • Standard & HD Plates • 1000's of Dies
Thermal Transfer Labels Direct Thermal Labels Laser Labels Full Color Decorative Labels UL/cUL Compliance D.O.T., Pictorial & Warning Tags & Coupons TSC/Printronix Auto ID OEM
Augmented • Overt & Covert Printing • Microtext & Invisible Print • Track & Trace Systems
Integrated Form/Label • Full Width Liner • Sheets & Fanfold • Custom & Stock Sheets
Design • Professional Label Design • Production Ready Files
Digital • UV Color Inkjet with Inline Laser Die Cutting
• Aqueous Color Inkjet with Inline Laser Die Cutting • Certified Media
Variable Imaging • Numbering/Barcoding • Text/Graphics • UV & Aqueous Printing
Flexible Packaging • Paper • Film
Distribution • Kitting • Co-Packing (Ribbons & Labels) • Warehousing
Warehouse • • • •
Rack Label Production Installation CleanBeam/CleanBin Warehouse Signs
Specialty Film • • • •
BOPP Mylar Kapton Many More
Thermal Ribbons • Platinum Wax • Platinum Wax/Resin • Platinum Resin
GHS Intl. Drum Labels • Meets BS5609 Standards
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liminate plate and E die charges with our digital division.
Digital Labels Digital printing is a cost-effective method for producing custom labels with photographic quality graphics, crisp text and vibrant colors. Typically suited for smaller orders of 50,000 custom labels or less, digital printing is less labor intensive and produces limited set up waste. Now you can get high quality labels with impressively quick turnarounds and affordable prices for quantities as low as 100 labels. With our latest state-of-the-art inline precision laser die cutters, there are no more costly die charges. We maintain the fastest and most powerful lasers available to decrease production times. We can run rich 4 color process printing of any shape label up to 8.7” wide (with up to 10” wide web) at virtually any length with high quality inkjet printing and laser die cutting. Also, our digital presses are now officially certified to run UL and cUL labels.
Digital is Great For: • • • • •
Promotions & Marketing Decorative Product Labels Barcoding and Variable Data Durable & Industrial Labels Unique Shapes and Sizes
Aqueous VS. UV Ink Aqueous Ink Jet Printing • S maller dot pattern yields higher resolution • Has the look and feel of flexo • Currently has faster print engines • Can be variable imaged by end user • M aterials must be primed for proper ink adhesion UV Ink Jet Printing • Very durable ink cured to face stock with UV light • Has the look and feel of screen printing • Resistant to water and fading • Limited need for lamination or varnish • Prints on most materials
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Flexo Labels TSG has a large fleet of flexographic label presses and thousands of dies to choose from at each of our production locations. We finish very large label runs quickly and economically.
ith our vast W selection of dies we pass on the savings.
Our flexo presses utilize the latest HD plate making technology, permitting higher screen resolution & better print quality. TSG is the ideal partner for your custom label needs. We prepare all artwork and plates in-house, allowing us to maintain tight control over cost, quality and speed.
Standard VS. HD Plates Contact us for more information : www.thesourcinggroup.com
See the difference.
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Warehouse Labels & Services
your warehouse labeling needs, so you have more time to focus on what you do best — run your business. At TSG, we realize that every installation is a custom project. Variables include the facility, available staff, "go live" date, budget and more.
Consultation Service Overview With all the diverse challenges you face managing your WMS system, why should you go at it alone when you could have the backing of one of the top experts in the industry? We combine a thorough understanding of warehouse operations, barcode scanning and label production to help you install a customized barcode warehouse label solution. We work through the details of thesourcinggroup.com | 800-850-4204
No two warehouses are ever exactly the same. TSG will begin with an analysis of your facility’s needs and requirements so that labels can be manufactured in such a way to make the install process most efficient. All our signs and labels are custom designed for each specific application. Because you can't fit all warehouses to a predetermined signage solution, we design customized warehouse signs for your unique needs.
Complete Install When you utilize the expertise of TSG to
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ffer your customers O a complete warehouse labeling solution.
complete a sign or label installation, our experienced site management services will perform an analysis and present you with the best option. Our warehouse program provides a vetted on-site manager for the label installation to be your point person, managing the process from beginning to end. Also, you will receive a complete array of products and services from our experienced team of professional installers, including all materials, labor and equipment necessary for your project.
Labeling & Signage Warehouse Labeling • • • •
Rack Labels Shelf Labels Floor Labels Metal Labels
• Pallet Labels • Freezer Labels • Tote/Container Labels • Cover Up Labels
Warehouse Signage • Aisle Signs • Hanging Signs • Barcode Signs
• Dock Door Signs • Rack Load Signs • Facility & Safety Signs
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Flexible Packaging Lightweight & Durable As one of the fastest growing segments of the packaging industry, flexible packaging combines the best qualities of plastic, film, paper and aluminum foil to deliver a broad range of protective properties while employing a minimum amount of material. Typically taking the shape of a bag, pouch, liner or overwrap, flexible packaging is any package, or any part of a package, whose shape can be readily changed.
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Working with a flexible packaging supplier should be just as flexible as the packaging itself. That’s why you need a consistently dependable partner. At TSG, we value your success as much as you do. We are the flexible packaging printer of choice when dependability, quality and service matter. You’ll get what you need, when you need it.
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Durable Labels Our digital printers are now officially certified to run UL and cUL labels so you can provide UV digital test runs as a low-cost solution.
UL/cUL Only UL-certified manufacturers like TSG are authorized to produce labels with the UL or cUL symbols. That means our labels meet all UL standards and can be backed up with official UL certification paperwork in the event of an audit. Don't put your business at risk of being caught with unauthorized UL labels. Stick with TSG and rest assured of being in complete compliance.
GHS GHS – Globally Harmonized System – is used to standardize the way hazardous materials are classified. BS5609 is the British Standard certification used to determine the label’s overall durability such as weathering, abrasion, colorfastness and adhesion in marine conditions.
What we need to know: • H ow long is the label required to last? • Does your label need BS5609 Section 2 & 3 approval? • What type of print technology & printer will be used to create these labels?
• T o what surface will the label be applied? • Will the labels be exposed to extreme temperature & environmental conditions? • Will the label ever need to be removed?
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rime labels with P secure print features.
Augmented Labels Security Solutions Are you looking for a new marketing angle or to implement a simple print security feature? TSG now offers Augmented Labels. These labels are custom designed with both brand security and aesthetics in mind. Our labels provide unique brand-identifying labels that protect your IP. The
Features
3D Feel Print: Raised ink offers texturized text and images for a 3D feel. The added detail takes label quality to the next level.
In Demand Labels Counterfeit and stolen products, from medication to electronics, account for a staggering market share. Imports of counterfeit and pirated goods are worth nearly half a trillion dollars a year, or around 2.5% of global imports. Augmented Labels are promotional labels created to help you build and protect your brand at the same time. They offer features that go beyond custom or even high-quality prime labels. thesourcinggroup.com | 800-850-4204
V Light Reactive Inks: Not visible to the U naked eye without special light sources, UV or black light inks are commonly used with this feature. Microtext: The smallest printed microtext is normally 0.5pt. Placing an intentional error adds a second layer of security.
The Benefits
• Influence customer behavior by conveying key brand attributes. • Stand out from competitive products by the addition of unique print effects. • Easy-to-recognize (but hard-toreplicate) brand security features.
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Stock Labels At TSG, we carry a full line of stock labels. These cost-effective, ready-to-ship products are available to be sent to you from one of our five regional locations. If you sell labels, count on us to be your high quality, great service stock label supplier.
Our experienced staff is ready to have your stock orders shipped accurately right to your door the same day you place your order. All stock labels ship the same day if ordered by 2 pm. local time.
ffer your customers O thousands of competitively priced stock labels.
Stock Offerings • Thermal Labels • Shipping Labels • Laser Labels
• Colored Dot Labels • Integrated Labels • Specialty Labels
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Thermal Solutions Ribbons
Thermal Labels
Get the highest quality ribbons for less. Our platinum wax, wax-resin and full resin ribbons allow you to not only print a rich, dark black color, but also run at exceptional speeds (up to 16 ips), all at incredible savings.
TSG is a leader in the production of thermal labels and carry an extensive selection of stock thermal labels in both roll and fanfold formats. Select from a full range of blank labels in a variety of shapes in over 12 different colors & sizes, all ready for fast same day shipping.
Our platinum thermal transfer ribbons deliver superior barcode label printing for a wide range of applications, including floodcoated labels, shipping labels, harsh environment film labels and GHS labels. They are compatible with all the top brands of barcode label printers and work great with every thermal transfer label facestock.
TSG has the perfect solution for all your thermal needs.
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Co-Packing Our Co-Packs are a great way to order your thermal transfer labels & ribbons. Let us package your matching length labels and ribbons in one carton, improving your efficiency and eliminating waste.
Genuine Supplies Do you use TSC or Printronix Auto ID thermal printers? If so, make TSG your supplier of Genuine TSC and Printronix Auto ID Supplies. We understand your sales success is based on efficiency, quality and total solution support. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive selection of Genuine TSC and Printronix Auto ID Supplies that provide guaranteed performance through your customers’ TSC & Printronix Auto ID brand Industrial, Desktop and Mobile printers.
We offer a perfect genuine OEM match solution with: • Labels for Industrial, Desktop and Mobile printers • Tags and tickets • Receipt rolls for Mobile printer applications • Specialty and custom labels • Thermal transfer ribbons
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Label
Markets Auto ID Labels
Industrial
For thermal label printers, TSG carries a wide selection of labels in both roll and fanfold formats. We create Auto ID labels for a variety of applications including:
TSG offers a wide range of labeling solutions for industrial applications. From hazardous materials transport to weatherresistant labels, we’ve got you covered.
• TT & DT Labels
• Supply Labels
• Inkjet Labels
• Warning Labels
• Wristbands
• Part Labels
• Mobile Printing Labels
• GHS Labels
• Thermal Transfer Ribbons
• Barcode Labels
Durable Goods
Healthcare
Some labels need to withstand harsh environments: from abrasion to extreme temperatures. Identify your goods with durable labels.
Healthcare organizations need labels to identify their tools and supplies. If your healthcare organization requires labels, look no further than TSG.
• Equipment Brand Labels
• Blood Bag Labels
• Warning Labels
• Prescription Bottle Labels
• Utility Labels
• Medical Instrument Labels
• UL Labels
• Equipment Service Labels
• Industrial Labels
• Tamper Evident Labels
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Food & Beverage With all the products that exist today, having outstanding labels and packaging is the only way to stand out to consumers.
Consumer Entice customers with consumer labels. Perfect for food and product packaging or to display promotions.
• Beer Labels • Wine Labels • Food Packaging Labels • Dissolvable Labels • Produce Labels
Marketing/Promo
• Package Labels • Container Labels • Decorative Labels • Marketing Labels
Retail
Are you holding a special event or promotion for their product or business? Our marketing and special event labels are designed to promote your business.
The retail industry is a large market that utilizes labels in merchandising, warehousing and sales. Market your brand with high-quality labels.
• Product Labels
• Pricing Labels
• Event Labels
• Shelf Talkers
• Floor Graphics
• Clearance & Sales Labels
• Promotional Labels
• Apparel Labels
• “I Voted” Labels
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Over 347,000 sq. Ft. Of production space!
RENO, NV 34,625 SQ. FT.
RIVERSIDE, CA 30,102 SQ. FT.
ARLINGTON, TX 46,508 SQ. FT.
ITASCA, IL
RENO, NV
15 Presses 10"-18" Wide Up to 10 Colors
2 Presses 10"-18" Wide Up to 8 Colors
6 Die Cutters Up to 18" Wide
2 Die Cutters Up to 18" Wide
2 Tape Presses 6" Web 2 Colors UV & Aqueous Inkjet With Laser Die Cutters thesourcinggroup.com | 800-850-4204
RIVERSIDE, CA Warehousing & Distribution Only
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Equipment
ITASCA, IL
Sites
IT 172,842 SQ. FT.
DULUTH, GA 63,354 SQ. FT.
DULUTH, GA
ARLINGTON, TX
6 Presses 10"-20" Wide Up to 8 Colors
9 Presses 7"-18" Wide Up to 10 Colors
2 Die Cutters Up to 24" Wide
1 Die Cutter Up to 18" Wide
Aqueous Inkjet/ Flexo Press 10" Wide 4 Color Process Digital Up to 4 Colors Flexo
UV Inkjet With Laser Die Cutter
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