Use this quick guide to share the right details and get labels that fit your operation. Clear information at the start helps avoid delays and rework. Step 1: Print Method and Label Material Choose how the label is printed and what it is made from. Common options include direct thermal or thermal transfer, paired with …
Direct thermal labels create an image when heat reacts with a special coating on the label. Thermal transfer labels use a heated printhead and ribbon to place ink onto the surface. The right choice depends on how long the label must last, where it will be used and the printer you have. For shipping labels …
Table of Contents Switching label suppliers is about more than finding a lower price. Your labels must fit your printer, stick to the correct surface and remain readable in the conditions where they are used. Lead times, minimum order quantities, material quality and technical support can also affect your daily operation. Before making a change, …
Table of Contents A printer that skips labels, produces faded text or prints barcodes that will not scan can quickly hold up packing and dispatch. Most thermal label printer problems are caused by the printer settings, calibration, label roll, ribbon or a build-up of dirt. Some can be corrected in a few minutes. Others show …
