Asset labels and tags are available in a wide range of different options ranging from tags which are highly durable so suitable for industrial use to tags which are not so heavily focused on their hardwearing nature but instead feature a barcode or a brand name to ease their use.

If you have a business, it’s important that you secure your assets and the best way to do this is by attaching an asset label on your assets and then keeping a database of all the relevant information. In doing this you can improve business efficiencies and make sure the monetary value of all your assets is recorded.

Asset tags can be fitted to expensive items such as laptop computers and mobile phones. And if a barcode features on the asset tag, a simple swipe with a barcode reader can be enough to update your inventory register.

Some people choose to use an asset label as a way of further improving their brand name or status. This can be of vital importance to an emerging company or a company who rely on marketing to sell the goods that they produce. Branded asset labels work especially well for hire shops where the asset tag proves vital for inventory control and the brand message helps promote the store which hired the item to the customer.

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Many people don’t have a handle on what inventory items they have in stock and what items are needed to boost stock levels. Managing your inventory items is however very important, as effective control of all the items you have on site can improve business efficiencies and hence improve business performance.

If you use barcode labels or asset tags you can make a real difference to how your business operates. Using these simple tracking devices you can determine your stock levels instantly and can keep track of all items you may have in your possession.

Asset tags are used in many business spheres including retail, commercial and industrial environments. Asset tags can also be customised to suit a specific businesses needs, this means a wealth information can be included on the tag, such as contact details or an icon or brand name, this can work really well to improve brand performance. Different types of adhesive can also be used on an asset tag, making it a permanent fixture or easy to peel when a new tags need to be added.

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Asset labels are a useful business item identification tool. In their most basic form they are basically a numbered label, which can be affixed to any number of assets or equipment. However, when used with asset management software they can become an invaluable tool which should be used by any business operation.

Labelling items
Asset labels can be used to label many items in your workplace, including:

• Protective equipment
• Computer equipment
• Uniforms
• Stationery supplies

Businesses can save a huge amount of money if they use asset tags, as the frequency at which items are lost will increase.

Deter theft
Asset tagging items has been proven to deter theft. If an item has a security mark or an asset tag affixed to it, people are less likely to steal the item as it then becomes difficult to sell on.

Insurance purposes
Insurance companies are frequently asking businesses to provide proof of ownership of an item before they pay out a claim. And a way you can prove ownership of any item on site is to show the insurance company your asset register which details each and every asset on site.

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There are many different designs of barcode labels available, with most differing in terms of the base material used in the label manufacturing process. Barcode labels also come with a range of different adhesive backings and come in a range of different sizes and shapes.

Aluminium barcode labels

If you need a durable label which won’t wear or fade with use, you should take a look at aluminium barcode labels. Aluminium barcode labels are made to withstand a great deal of wear and tear and can survive well in extreme conditions, such as when exposed to excessive heat or freezing cold. They can also cope well if exposed to chemicals and hence are a durable label choice.

Polyester barcode labels

Although not as durable as aluminium barcode labels, polyester labels are still a hardwearing type of barcode label. They have a barcode image printed under a plastic coating, so the barcode is not easy to remove. When used with a strong adhesive, polyester barcode labels are an extremely useful tool.

Ceramic barcode labels

Having a base of stainless steel makes ceramic barcode labels super-strong. The ceramic coating applied over the steel also makes the label extremely resistant to exposure to high temperatures.

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Companies across the UK invest a lot of money into the assets they own. And there is thus a great need to make sure they are protected so that missing assets can be claimed for. Many companies don’t realise the amount of money they have tied up in their assets and it’s only when multiple assets are lost or stolen they realise the importance of having some sort of asset register.

Using asset tags

Fixing asset tags onto each and every item you own is not a difficult process. There are simple ways in which any business can use them to become more efficient.

• Asset tags can be printed labels which stick on items
• Asset tags can be fastened to an item using a plastic tie
• Asst tags can be fixed on equipment using a semi-permanent adhesive
• Asset tags can have barcodes printed on them so can be read by an optical scanner
• Asset tags can even be used for brand marketing and can feature company logos or icons

There are many benefits to using asset tags besides just keeping track of assets. They also deter theft and help a company manage its business operations.

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Barcode labels can be used for tracking and identification of products. They are in fact an indispensible stock management tool. Aftermarket barcode labels have adhesive backs so can simply be stuck on a product or package.

Some pertinent barcode label features

There are many different types of barcode labels available in many different materials. Barcode labels can be stuck to a product or depending on the material out of which they are made, can be braised or welded onto a machine or metal part.

What is a barcode label?

Barcodes use a combination of several black lines which are printed in different thicknesses with different spacing between them. They are read by an optical device known as a barcode scanner, which looks at the pattern of lines and compares this to the patterns stored within a computer database.

Barcode scanners

Barcode scanners can be mounted in a fixed position or can be handheld, some are even able to operate remotely and download the information wirelessly to a central terminal. When the barcode has been read the database is updated with the relevant information.

It’s for the above reasons that barcodes can be used in many applications, from simple point of sale inventory recording, to stock taking and asset tracking.

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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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