06.25.09
Labeling Oil Coated Surfaces
DuraLabel has a unique supply that allows labels and signs to be permanently applied to an oil or grease coated surface. Typically surfaces must be oil-free in order for a label to stick. And in most cases it is desirable that surfaces be oil free. But there are some cases in which a surface has a coating of oil for protection, or it may be in a location in which it can not be cleaned. That’s where this unique label and sign material is invaluable.
This video shows the DuraLabel oily surface labels in action… staying stuck on a surface coated with WD-40. It’s something you are not going to see anywhere else.
06.17.09
OSHA Safety Sign Making Poster
Last week I announced the availability of a new safety sign poster. It is a limited edition safety poster made to look like an early 1970’s concert poster. This new poster has become one of the hottest free offers ever made available by DuraLabel. While there are still plenty of copies left (only 2,500 copies will be printed), they are quickly flying out the door.
This new poster normally sells for $19.95, but for a limited time it is available free. It covers OSHA design requirements for safety signs and labels, and in particular header design and signal word requirements.
The design of the poster makes it particularly eye-catching, and making reading the safety information on the poster fun and interesting.
This poster is only available free to those who use signs and labels in their job. It cannot be sent to home addresses. DuraLabel free gifts are normally only available to businesses, schools, the military and government agencies with 20 or more employees.
An online form is available for requesting a free copy of this new safety poster. Free copies are available for a limited time and the above link may stop working at any time.
06.12.09
A Unique Safety Poster
A new safety poster has several aspects that make it very unique.
To start with it has an attention grabbing design. Makde to look likean early 1970’s concert poster, when people see it they do a double-take and take a closer look. And that’s good. The concert style design makes this a fun and attractive safety poster.
Not only is the poster visually interesting, it presents important information about OSHA requirements for the use of signal words in headers of labels and signs. It features information about the headers of the six most commonly used labels, as well as providing general ANSI Z535 information that is applicable to all types of safety labels and signs.
Another thing interesting about this poster is that it is a limited edition poster. Only 2,500 copies will be made. That’s unusual for a safety poster. Usually they are printed in unlimited quantities. But the unique design of this poster, combined with the limited printing, make this safety poster a collector’s item.
The cost of the poster is $19.95. But for a limited time Graphic Products is giving away copies free to qualified people. Anyone who uses safety signs or labels in their work would probably be considered as qualified to receive a free poster. Filling out the poster request form only takes a few moments, so it’s worth asking for your own copy while they are free.
05.21.09
Brother P-Touch Edge Handheld Printers
The P-Touch Edge label printers from Brother provide a rugged design, Brother’s smart technology, and the ability to handle a wide variety of wire marking, cable labeling, panel labeling and other datacomm applications.
The Brother smart technolog increases productivity by speeding operation and providing more memory features. It includes eight layout designsd for industrial applications, and a tape sensing feature that automatically selects the right font size and label length.
The print technology delivers labels in five widths (1/4″ to 1″) that are durable and can include up to seven lines of text. Using Brother’s standard interchangeable TZ tape cartridges, the P-Touch Edge printers provide a reliable and quick way to make needed labels.
There are two P-Touch Edge printers. The PT-7500 and the PT-7600. The PT-7600 includes PC connectivity and is designed to handle high-demand labeling jobs.
Use these links for more information about P-Touch Edge labelers, and specifically about the PT-7500 handheld label printer, and the PT-7600 PC compatible handheld label printer.
05.12.09
You Get More With This New Hand Held Label Printer
Hand held label printers need to be lightweight, but they don’t need to be lightweight on features and benefits.
The newest label printer from DuraLabel is the DuraLabel 2000 hand held printer. It is the hand held printer that delivers more of what you need. For example…
Most hand held printers are limited to using supplies up to one inch in width. Not the DuraLabel 2000. It can print using supplies up to two inches in width. This expands the number of applications dramatically, making the DuraLabel 2000 a tool that’s useful for a wide range of labeling applications.
There is another hand held labeler that prints on two inch supplies. But here’s were the DuraLabel philosophy of providing more pays off again. The DuraLabel 2000 has TWO print heads. What’s the advantage of two print heads? It allows one to be cooling while the other is in use. That means that unlike the other machine, the DuraLabel 2000 can print high quality labels, and keep on printing them. You never have to take a break to let the DuraLabel 2000 cool down (and restart).
When designing the DuraLabel 2000 we looked at what our customers needed. We listened to your feedback and we made a new hand held printer that solves problems. That’s why DuraLabel printers are know as the printers that Click… Print… Solve…
05.01.09
The Custom Label Service Has Arrived
How do you make superior quality, industrial labels and signs? But more than that, how do you make customized labels and signs? But… more than that. How do you make them without a label or sign printer.
You could print them with you color inkjet printer. But the first time they get wet, they’ll be gone.
The best option is to use the NEW Custom Label Service from Graphic Products. Using this online service you can design your labels to be exactly the way you want them. They’ll be the right color. They’ll have the right pictograms. And they’ll have exactly the text you put on them. You design your labels they way you want them them, and then place your order online.
What about quality? You don’t want to get labels that work as poorly as your inkjet experiment. Don’t worry. Custom Label Service labels are made using only high quality DuraLabel printers and quality supplies. You’ll get labels that won’t fade in sunlight, and are resistant to moisture, most chemicals and abrasion. Plus you’ll get your labels quickly. Orders placed before 10:00 AM (Pacific Time – 1:00 PM Eastern Time) are shipped that same day.
Do yourself a favor, and give the Custom Label Service a try.
03.25.09
Valve Tags – Labeling Valves
It seems like such a mundane topic… valve tags. Who talks about valve tags?
Valve tags save lives. Valve tags are used to identify valves in manufacturing and industrial facilities, as well as in buildings that house restaurants, medical facilities, shops and offices. Most of the time they are ignored. A valve is either open or closed and it typically is not manually actuated. But there are times when it is critical to properly identify valves and their position.
For example, during a maintenance shutdown work on pipes may be scheduled. Before working on a pipe you must be sure it is depressurized and empty. This is accomplished by closing an upstream valve… a valve that is identified by a valve tag.
Valve tags work hand-in-hand with LOTO procedures. The tag positively identifies the calve, the LOTO lock and tag prevent the valve from being actuated.
Because they are so often ignored, having easy-to-read, durable valve tags is important. That’s what you get with DuraLabel valve tags. Labels can be applied to both sides, allowing for identifying information on one side, and–if needed–RTK information on the other.
03.21.09
New 2009 Arc Flash Labeling Requirements
We’re finishing up the first quarter of 2009 and most people are aware of the new arc flash labeling requirements. The new NFPA 70E code includes a new section, 130.3(C), which requires “Equipment shall be field-marked with a label containing the available incident energy or required level of PPE.”
Many facilities may have already included this information on their arc flash labels. If you’ve been using a DuraLabel printer and DuraLabel die-cut labels, you most likely already have fully compliant labels. In other cases there may be a need to review existing labels for compliance with NFPA 70E 2009 and possible replacement.
When looking at replacing arc flash labels DuraLabel printers offer options not available with other printers. For example, there are a variety of material options available, including pre-formatted die-cuts, unformatted die-cuts, two color continuous vinyl, and single color continuous vinyl. In addition, with a DuraLabel printer die-cut arc flash labels as large as 6.8″ x 10.5″ can be printed.
While you probably only need one or two of these arc flash options, the versatility of a DuraLabel printer means it can be used for a wide range of other labeling and sign making projects. This means your DuraLabel printer is used more giving you a better return on your investment. Combine this with the lower cost of DuraLabel supplies, and you get an unbeatable value! Call 1-800-788-5572 today tp learn more about DuraLabel printers and how they will save you money.
Past posts about arc flash labeling:
Removing Old Arc Flash Labels
New Arc Flash Web Site
03.11.09
The Home Of Labeling Versatility
The DuraLabel Supplies web site is the home for all DuraLabel Supplies… and it’s the best place to see the versatility of DuraLabel printers. The large number of DuraLabel Extra Performance Specialty Supplies that are available give you labeling and sign making capabilities that are not available with any other label or sign printer.
For example, when you need to do temporary labeling or signs, static cling labels may be what you need to get the job done.
Static cling labels will adhere to glass, metal and plastics. Because the are easy to remove, and leave no residue, they are excellent for temporary labeling, window signs, conventions and trade shows, windshield parking passes and more.
Static cling material is available in clear or white. It may be printed using any standard DuraLabel ribbon.
01.20.09
New 2009 Requirements For Marking Exits
As a result of studies of people exiting the World Trade Centers several municipalities and states have already implemented codes that require photoluminescent markings and signs in stairwells and exit pathways. Photoluminescent has been specified because it always works, 100% of the time. No power or batteries are required.
As of January 2009 NFPA now requires photoluminescent marking of stairwells. This includes placing exit and informational signs within 18 inches of the floor, making them visible to people who are crawling.
A white paper called “Introduction to Photoluminescent Labels, Signs, and Path Marking” is available at no cost. It provides background information about photoluminescent marking and signs, as well as information about the codes that now require photoluminescent marking, signs and labels.
Photoluminescent marking and signs glow in the dark. These are not like children’s toys. They use a stronger photoluminescent material that keeps the marking or sign illuminated for eight hours. This provides needed information during emergencies and in particular when the power fails. Unlike traditional exit signs, photoluminescent signs do not require power, making them easy to install in any location, and making them 100% reliable.
