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.
01.17.09
Removing Old Labels
Removing adhesive backed labels and signs, in an industrial or business facility, has always been easy with the MBX Vinyl Zapper. Now getting a Vinyl Zapper has just become easier.
Graphic Products (1-800-788-5572) has just announced their new MBX Vinyl Zapper rental program. You can rent a Vinyl Zapper for just $50 for the first month, and $25 for each additional month. Because the Vinyl Zapper typically cuts label removal man hours by 60%, renting will quickly save you money.
The Vinyl Zapper will quickly and cleanly remove old labels and signs without harming the underlying surface. It’s air cooled rubber wheel “erases” vinyl labels, leaving a clean, residue-free surface that is ready for a new label.
As of January 1st NFPA code requires that arc flash labels include either incident energy or required PPE on the label. DuraLabel arc flash labels already comply with this, but if your labels are not in compliance they will need to be replaced. The Vinyl Zapper will help get the job done.
Call Graphic Products today to rent a MBX Vinyl Zapper. The number is: 1-800-788-5572.
01.09.09
When You Need BIG RTK Labels
When you need BIG RTK labels, you need the DuraLabel 7000. This large format label and sign printer makes RTK labels up to 7″ x 10.5″ in size. That’s a BIG label that is easy to read and visible from a distance.
Large size RTK labels are available with either the NFPA Diamond or color bars. These are high quality, durable, vinyl die-cut labels that come pre-printed in the appropriate colors. They are available in sizes ranging from 4″ x 6″ up to a super sized 7″ x 10.5″.
The DuraLabel 7000 is an industrial grade thermal transfer printer that prints signs and large format labels. It produces labels that are moisture resistant, sunlight (UV) resistant, abrasion resistant, and resistant to most industrial chemicals. The DuraLabel 7000 comes with RTK labeing software that includes a database of over 1,700 chemicals. Information in the database can be modified and additional chemicals can be added.
When it comes to making RTK labels, the DuraLabel 7000 is the printer that gets the job done, and gets it done right. Call 1-800-788-5572 today for more information about the DuraLabel 7000.
01.08.09
TOP TEN OSHA Violations In 2008
This free guide from DuraLabel safety printers, provides two lists. One list shows the Top Ten OSHA Violations in 2008 based on the number of violations. The second list is based on the total proposed fines assessed.
In addition to listing the violations of OSHA requirements, this guide references the appropriate OSHA code for each type of violation. It also provides a brief description, and in some cases additional statistics.
Use this link to go to a form where you can order your copy of the TOP TEN OSHA VIOLATIONS IN 2008.
This guide is provide free by the manufacturer of the DuraLabel brand of sign and label printers. Many of the top violations of OSHA standards could have been prevented through proper visual communication using labels and signs. With DuraLabel brand printers you get industrial quality label and sign printers that get the job done, and get it done right.
01.03.09
Just When You Thought It Wasn’t Possible
Because of the expense and time it takes to get color labels, using them extensively has not seemed possible. But, that has changed with the new DuraLabel multicolor custom label service. Now you can use your DuraLabel printer to make custom, multi-color labels economically, easily and quickly.
Color improves the effectiveness of communication. The message of a label is understood quicker and more clearly when color is used. The new color label service from DuraLabel makes it possible to use custom color labels. Here is how it works:
Make a rough sketch showing the basic outlines of how your labels need to look. DuraLabel will have rolls of vinyl labels made with your color format included. You then run the rolls through your DuraLabel printer to add custom images, text and bar codes. The result are custom color labels that you can make as they are needed… and because they are DuraLabel you get high quality and save a bundle of money.
DuraLabel is a Graphic Products brand. Their large R&D department is continually working to develop new ways to better serve your visual communication needs with labels and signs. That’s why you can count on your DuraLabel printer to get the job done… and to get it done right!
