Industrial labeling systems

Industrial labeling systems are the combination of hardware and software designed to manufacture and apply labels or mark products.

An industrial labeling system is composed of labeling hardware, software and consumable parts.

There are multiple options when it comes to labeling hardware. The most common include label printers, label dispensers, label printers and dispensers, drop-on-demand inkjet printers and laser marking devices.

Label software, on the other hand, are computer programs that power labeling hardware and that are also used to design labels.

Consumable parts are also an important part of an industrial labeling system and include things like thermal transfer ribbons, ink or blank labels.

Industrial labeling systems offer multiple advantages, including the following:

• They help manufacturers optimize their production and supply chain.
• They are flexible enough to fit seamlessly into the manufacturer’s current packaging line.
• They can easily adapt to the individual requirements of the manufacturer’s production or logistics.
• They can print on-site and on-demand in stores, laboratories or stationary counters.
• They improve product traceability with the help of barcodes and RFID labeling systems.
• They identify parts for assembly and maintain real-time inventory control.
• They reduce waste and improve cost controls, especially when you need to comply with constantly changing regulations and standards.

Industrial labeling systems are used in a variety of industries. These include the food industry, where industrial labeling systems are used to create gourmet labels for food and beverage packaging using materials that are able to withstand wet and chilled environments, not to mention they are able to work with complex shapes like bottles and cans.

In addition to food, industrial labeling systems are also widely used in the pharmaceutical and chemicals industries for the purposes of traceability and quality control. Special labeling solutions have been developed in these industries, including labels and adhesives that are chemical resistant, as well as extra-durable printing inks and foils.

Industrial labeling systems are also employed in other sectors such as the automotive industry (e.g. for tyre and part labeling), agriculture (e.g. to identify animals) or security checking and ID batching of information technology. The retail sector also takes advantage of industrial labeling systems for weighing and scaling, shipping, deliveries, inventory controlling, pricing, and promotion. Logistics, marketing and sales are also among the sectors using industrial labeling systems.

Industries where security is essential (e.g. information security, healthcare) are also known for employing industrial labeling systems to design extra-durable barcodes, RFID labels in order to guarantee brand protection.