It is quite common to find that custom barcode labels are used extensively by commercial and industrial premises. And because of this the use of customised labels in these applications has also increased accordingly.

A barcode label contains a series of black lines which can be read and interpreted by a barcode scanner. As well as containing a barcode, customised barcode labels can also contain information such as a company name or a company logo. This can work really well for companies who want to improve their brand awareness.

Customised barcodes can also work really well for companies who hire products to clients or customers. Because the barcode label carries a brand name, it can be used as a form of advertising, highlighting the company in a positive light. Customising barcode labels can also help somewhat in preventing the theft of items. If an unscrupulous person were thinking of steeling an item, they would no doubt think twice if a company logo or name was emblazoned across the item, as the item would prove difficult to sell on.

Barcode label companies have many different ways in which you can customise your own barcode label; you just have to ask them for a quote.

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Using asset labels is the most common way of identifying any assets a business may own. They are in fact the best method of identifying assets in industrial and commercial settings.

Most asset tags have an adhesive backing, which is used to affix the asset label to the item. This adhesive backing is available in a variety of different strengths, so if needed the label can be fixed to the asset securely reducing the chances of theft. Some labels are also made out of metal, so they are extremely durable and the perfect solution in industrial settings.

Asset labels are not confined to use indoors. Some types of asset labels have a plastic overlay layered over the printed information and are thus impervious to inclement weather conditions.

All the above means that if a business is looking to secure the assets they own then using asset tags is a wise decision.

Some reasons to use asset tags

Asset tags are the best way you can keep track of sensitive computer equipment such as laptops and tower PCs. If all your equipment has asset labels attached they can be protected, as the incidence of theft will be reduced and employees will be more likely to look after the equipment.

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If you are planning to use barcode labels for company purposes, it’s important to understand their many features. Below is a brief summary of how barcode labels are made and some of their many advantages.

Barcode labels

A barcode label is simply a series of black lines of different thicknesses. They are a way of coding information which can be read by a special optical reader and the information cross-referenced against a database. Barcodes are commonly pre-printed onto the packaging of goods but they can also be used in an aftermarket label form.

What types of materials are barcodes available in?

Barcode labels aren’t just made from paper; they are also available in materials such as vinyl, metal and plastic. This means that their use isn’t just restricted to commercial establishments, they are also able to be used in industrial environments where they need to be able to take a great deal of wear and tear.

Barcode advantages

One of the main uses of barcode labels is to identify items scanned at a point of sale system. However, they can also be used for inventory and stock control purposes and as a method of asset tagging, so that you can make sure all your items are always accounted for.

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Many companies are now realising the importance of accounting for every asset they own. And the best way that they can do this is by fixing asset tags on these items so that they can be checked easily when monitoring inventory or stock levels.

Why use asset tags?

Assets tags can be used by just about every type of business, from multi-national conglomerates to SMEs. These tags are fitted to each and every item a business owns and the information about the items recorded on a database.

Many insurance companies will want you to provide proof of ownership if you make a claim, and this is easily catered for if you have an asset tagging system in place. On a regular basis your asset team can check the item’s condition, whether it needs to be repaired or replaced and even how often the item is used.

This comprehensive goldmine of information about each and every asset can be used for many things. It can be used for valuation purposes, to check when an item may be due for its regular electrical safety test or even just to check you are still in ownership of the item and it has not been lost or stolen.

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As well as providing a way to determine the pricing of items, barcode labels also provide a deterrent against theft and are the perfect way to perform a stock take of all the items you own.

A barcode is simply a row of lines that are interpreted by a laser scanning device. The gaps between the lines and the number of lines will be different on each product barcode. The scanner can distinguish between different barcode labels and when the information read by the scanner it can be downloaded to a database on a computer terminal.

Barcode labels

Barcode labels are being used more frequently by businesses as they strive to improve business efficiencies. These labels are available in many types, from paper barcode labels, which have a sticky backing to overlaminated barcode labels, which are more durable as they have a film of plastic stuck over the barcode to protect the label from moisture or wear and tear.

Determining which type of barcode label you need for your application can be tricky, so it’s always a good idea to get in touch with a barcode printing company who should be able to advise you regarding your specific needs.

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Barcode technology is used by countless businesses today as a way of providing operational benefits. If you want to improve the efficiency of your company operations, and stay ahead of the game, barcodes are a viable option. By using barcode technology and barcode labels you can track information about your products and hence have better control of your assets.

Barcode labels can be scanned quite easily using a barcode scanner. The information on the scanner can then be downloaded to a terminal, either by wireless communication or by plugging the scanner into the terminal periodically. The information within the scanner can then be used to update a database of all the barcoded items so that you can effectively check which items you have in stock.

Reasons to use barcode technology include improved accuracy. By using barcodes instead of inputting data manually, you can reduce data errors dramatically. Because all you have to do is scan an item, the speed at which you record data is also vastly improved.

As well as gaining efficiencies with regards to speed of data entry and reducing data errors, barcode scanners and barcode labels are really easy to use. The labels can be stuck to just about every item you own, so all you have to do is scan the label to get access to real time data.

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Barcode technology has made its way into all our lives and we now rely on barcodes on a daily basis for all our business activities. Barcodes are read by a barcode scanner, which can interpret the segmented black lines and reference this data against information held on a database.

Some not so common uses of barcode labels

Barcode labels are usually used to track inventory or stock. They can also be used to identify important documents or a person’s property. Some companies use barcodes to monitor the lifecycle of a product and use this information to make a product more sellable or to see if the product needs to be discontinued.

Reduce data errors

One of the best reasons for using barcode labels is that they greatly reduce the chance of data entry error. In systems which don’t use barcodes the information has to be entered manually, so can take some time to enter. Mistakes are also made this way, something which a simple swipe with a barcode scanner can reduce massively.

As well as improving data entry accuracy and reducing the time taken to stock take, barcodes can provide data relating to the quantity of items sold, changes in merchandise and historical sales of items.

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Security labels might not stop a determined thief put they act as an excellent theft deterrent.

Security labels are being used more frequently in industry, especially by manufacturers of electronic goods, as they provide a visible deterrent against theft. They can be used on devices such as laptop computers, expensive tools and other valuable equipment.

The benefits of using security labels include:

Deter theft

Most security labels are semi-permanent, so cannot be removed easily. So if someone were to tamper with a security label the ‘label attack’ would be clearly visible, either by leaving a void message or the label braking apart. This makes the equipment unattractive on the black market and hence reduces the chance of theft.

Rental equipment

Companies who rent their times tend to use security labels on the items so they can check if they have been tampered with in any way.

Asset management

As well as their excellent security features, security labels can also be used for equipment tracking purposes and asset management purposes. A security label can feature a barcode, a company name or even just a number for asset tracking purposes.

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Barcodes come in many different types and are not just pre-printed onto the packaging of goods for sale.
One type of commonly used aftermarket barcode is the barcode label. Barcode labels are available in many different materials with different types of adhesive backings. They even come in different colours, shapes and sizes.

Aluminium barcode labels

If you need a durable label, aluminium is a good choice. The barcode that is printed onto an aluminium label can withstand the rigours of an industrial environment easily. They can also cope with high levels of heat, wear and tear, chemical attack and abrasion from constant use. These labels are perfect in warehouses, where operatives may have to scan them numerous times throughout a product lifecycle.

Polyester barcode labels

If you don’t need a barcode label to be quite as durable as an aluminium barcode label, polyester is a good alternative. A polyester barcode label has its image printed under a layer of tough plastic so it can’t be rubbed off. These labels also benefit from having a strong adhesive backing so can be securely fixed to a host of different substrate materials.

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One of the best ways to track assets and maintain accurate data records is to use barcode labels. Barcode labels have long since replaced the manual method of attaching a price to every product you have for sale. They have now found their way into the realms of inventory management and data acquisition.

A barcode has a number of black stripes which are printed onto a product or a label and the label affixed to the product. Because the series of stripes represents a code, they can be read by a scanner and the code interpreted. Different barcodes have of course different spacings between the black lines and a different number of black lines, so different barcodes can be affixed to all the items you own.

Barcodes can now be used for quick and effective billing, maintaining an inventory of products and collection of statistical data.

If you use barcode labels, you can add your company name to the label, add your logo to the label or print just about any information you want on the label as well as the barcode.

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