At Printer Label Store, we’ve spent decades helping businesses solve their most complex self-adhesive labelling and tagging problems. From food production to pharmaceuticals, logistics to engineering, we understand that the correct label or tag can make all the difference to safety, traceability, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Over the years, we've built up a wealth of knowledge by listening closely to our customers' needs. No two challenges are ever the same, and our hands-on, solutions-driven approach has earned us a reputation as trusted problem solvers in the labelling industry.
A Real-World Example: More Than Just a Label
Recently, we were approached by a company looking for a highly specialised solution. Although they operate in the food industry, the challenge they presented is one we've seen echoed across many sectors: they needed a tag or label that could do more than stick.
Their requirements were precise:
- The label/tag needed to survive a complete cleaning cycle while remaining intact.
- It had to be easily removable without leaving any adhesive residue.
- It most uniquely needed to be writable using a company-issued metal-detectable pen, a key part of their safety and quality assurance procedures.
This final point ruled out common writing tools such as Sharpies and permanent markers, which are not compatible with metal detection systems. This is particularly critical in environments where contamination risks must be tightly controlled.
From Trial to Success: The Process Behind the Solution
Our first step was printing a small label batch using a thermal transfer printer and a resin ribbon. The result was durable and resistant, which was a good start, but we quickly discovered that the surface wasn’t easy to write on with the client's metal-detectable pen.
So, we went back to the drawing board. After testing a range of materials, we identified a Polyester-based substrate that not only held up under cleaning but also provided a writable surface that worked perfectly with the client’s specific pen type.
Once approved, a complete run of 50,000 tags using flexographic printing, delivering a durable, writable, cleanable and removable solution that exactly met the client’s specification.
Why Experience Matters
It’s not just about having access to the right materials or printers. Our ability to understand the full context of a customer’s operation, including the environment, the compliance requirements, the tools used, and the real-world handling of labels and tags, sets us apart.
Having worked across sectors including:
- Food & Beverage
- Industrial Manufacturing
- Warehousing & Logistics
- Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
- Engineering & Automotive
We bring deep industry insight and a proactive mindset to every project.
We know how to balance durability with removability, how to choose adhesives that perform under heat or cold, how to print for legibility and traceability, and how to ensure every tag or label performs as expected in the field.
Looking for a Solution?
If your business faces challenges with labels or tags, whether due to an unusual surface, a harsh environment, compliance requirements, or simply something that needs to “just work,” we’re here to help.
With years of hands-on experience and a commitment to quality, we provide more than just labels. We deliver innovative, practical solutions tailored to your unique needs.
Get in touch to learn how we can support your business with custom labelling and tagging solutions.