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.

Posted in Barcode Labels by Geoff

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.

Posted in Barcode Labels by Bridget

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.

Posted in Barcode Labels by Geoff

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.

Posted in Barcode Labels by Geoff

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.

Posted in Barcode Labels by Geoff

During the current economic climate it’s important for every business to protect itself from worst case scenarios. And many businesses do this be accurately keeping track of all the assets they own.

Asset tags can do things such as protect your valuable items from theft or loss. They can also help you keep track of where these items are so you can keep an up-to-date inventory of all the items you own.

Tracking items made easy

Many companies spend needless money on replacing lost or misplaced items. If you have an up-to-date inventory of all the items you own you can locate your valuables. And, you can do this easily if you fix asset tags on all your items.

Deter theft

If all your company assets have asset tags attached to them it can deter theft. It’s amazing how the incidence of theft is reduced, just by attaching numbers or code labels on to your assets.

Reduce insurance premiums

Companies who don’t make claims on their insurance policies for lost items will usually get discounts on their annual premiums. All this is made possible because your company assets are being tracked.

Posted in Asset Tags by Geoff

Many companies are now striving to find some way of gaining a competitive edge in the market. This might be by offering reduced prices or by introducing a loyalty scheme. However while both these schemes can work well, they may cause financial problems, as customers will continue to want the discounts they were initially given.

A good way to improve loyalty and increase customer base is to improve brand awareness. If a customer recognises your brand and associates this with reliability and quality, they may turn into a repeat customer and hence boost sales. All this means that the way your company is branded is really important.
Brand marketing isn’t something which should be taken lightly and there are many ways you can improve your brand identity. However, one of the ways you might not have thought of yet is by using custom asset labels or barcode labels.

If you have a company name or logo printed on barcode labels or asset labels it can really help your brand. For example, if your company rents tools, making sure your branding is clearly visible will help with repeat custom. Company branding can easily be printed on asset labels or barcode labels.

Posted in Asset Tags, Barcode Labels by Grahame

Many companies are feeling the financial squeeze and are looking for ways to streamline processes and make monetary savings. If this is you, might not have thought about asset labels.

If you fix asset labels on all your company equipment, you can not only track your assets, you can also make the savings you are looking for.

What are asset labels?

Asset labels are a stick-on label which can be affixed to any item you own. If all your items are tracked, you can keep your assets secure so the chances of theft or the item being misplaced are minimised. If you use asset labels insurance premiums may also be reduced.

What are the available types of asset labels?

There are many different types of asset labels which are suitable for use on different assets. Some types of labels include polyester labels, paper labels, aluminium labels, polycarbonate labels and foil labels.

What information is available on an asset label?

Asset labels can contain information such as a number or a barcode, which can be checked against a central database. If barcodes are used they simply need to be scanned to update asset information. Company logos and names can also be added to asset labels so that company branding is maximised.

Posted in Asset Tags by Grahame

There are many different types of asset labels available for use in different applications. These can be affixed to a host of different assets and come with their own specific features, which makes them suitable for use in these applications.

Vinyl asset labels

Vinyl asset labels are a step up from standard paper asset labels. The adhesive used on these labels forms a strong bond with most surfaces, so the labels can be secured to the asset. When the glue hardens on these labels the labels are practically impossible to move.

Void asset labels

If you need to know if an asset label has been tampered with, you should use a ‘void’ asset label. A void asset label is thus perfect for those companies who rent items to customers or who have to protect sensitive items such as personal computers from being tampered with. Void asset labels leave a ‘void’ symbol on the label when they are tampered with, so that the owner of the goods or merchandise knows this is the case.

Security labels

Security labels give a clear message to would-be thieves. The label shows that the item is being traced so that theft is actively discouraged.

Posted in Asset Tags by Grahame