Getting Organised
Disorganised? Sort it! Get things organised and keep them that way with the help of filing, labelling and storage solutions that suit your needs
Label it Labelling machines Each type of labelling machine is designed to fit into your life in different ways. Personal label printers Otherwise known as label makers, these are small handheld devices intended for use in the home, small office and small business setting. These machines do not have a high price point, and so are popular with those who don’t want to print a high volume of labels. However, these machines print on special, often thermal, tapes which are expensive. In the past, mechanical labelling systems worked by embossing pieces of coloured plastic embossing tape. A hammer in the shape of the letter caused an extrusion on the opposite side of the tape, and the raised plastic would discolour to white to provide visual contrast. These types of machines have been largely displaced by electronic thermal transfer devices. Such machines contain a built-in keyboard and display, and an integrated cartridge containing the label material (and print ribbon, if used).
effective. These types of label printers are ideal for a wide variety of mid-volume industrial, commercial and healthcare applications. They are usually designed for light- to medium-duty use, and are quiet and affordable. They are available in direct and thermal transfer printer models, and are customisable. Commercial label printers Commercial label printers are used in medium-volume label printing applications, in business environments such as printers or graphic design.
terms of materials, lifespan and adherence. You should choose labels that are best suited to your needs and your budget. Pressure-sensitive labels – these labels are
applied by pressing down firmly on them so they stick to the surface. They typically have a release liner that protects the adhesive until it is pulled off. The release liner makes handling the label before application easier. There are three different types of pressure-sensitive adhesive labels: • Permanent adhesive labels – once fixed to a surface, such as a box or disc, the label cannot be removed without ripping. The glue on some permanent labels takes a while to set, allowing for the label to be adjusted if necessary. This type of label is ideal for mailing. • Peelable adhesive labels – these are removable labels which can be transferred from one surface to another. They usually leave a sticky residue behind. • Ultra-peelable labels – these labels can be removed without any sticky residue remaining. However, once removed it is hard to get these types of labels to stick to another surface. Depending on which labels get used the most, it is a good idea to have a variety of extras on hand to use on everyday items:
Half Page Ad Industrial label printers These types of label prints are designed for heavy-duty, continuous use in places such as warehouses, distribution centres and factories. They are used to print vast quantities of labels, sometimes for oddly shaped components (such as the safety stickers on a child’s car seat). Industrial portable label printers are used on location in rugged environments, such as construction sites and production floors.
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Desktop label printers Desktop printers are compact, relatively simple to operate, reliable and cost
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Types of labels
Labels help all of us keep track of things, whether in the office environment or at home. Different types of labels are created for specific purposes, and labels also differ in
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