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TTS Applications

Thermal transfer is used in many industry sectors.
Explore the different ways thermal transfer is used below:

Logistics

Barcoding is one of the most efficient ways to manage products as they move along the supply chain, as they can store serial numbers, lot numbers, handling information and almost any other information you require as your product moves through the channel. In the warehouse, cross docking, yard management and pick-up and delivery operations can be made more efficient, saving...

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Fresh Produce

When it comes to thermal transfer printing, few applications are as demanding as those found within the fresh produce and food packaging market. With constant pressure on growers and packers to reduce pricing and the ever-changing demands to satisfy regulatory requirements for product traceability, the labelling of products can prove to be a difficult task. Production environments are also something...

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Appliances

Thermal transfer printing is a highly common method of printing used for appliances – particularly household. These can include telephones, microwaves, washing machines, remote controls and many more. The print is often used to display a date of manufacture, manufacturer details, serial and batch numbers, any approvals or certifications the product has and safety details such as electrical input. This...

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Textile

Thermal transfer printing has become a cost-effective and versatile method of printing for the textile market and is often used for care labels found on garments and labels used in vehicles such as seatbelts, as well as clothing swing tickets and price tags. This method of printing can provide excellent print quality for very small text, large characters, logos, fabric...

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Signage

Using thermal transfer for a variety of different signs is a cost-effective and efficient way to achieve the required result. Signage products vary and can be used for a variety of different purposes from promotional retail displays to warning signs. It is important to have a wide range of thermal transfer ribbon grades when it comes to signage printing as...

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Security

Thermal transfer printing can be widely used for security purposes as it is so diverse and cost effective. It can be used for simple applications like wristbands, tickets and boarding passes. These can then scanned at security points to monitor traffic. The barcodes can also store important information about those who pass through security such as name and address. Thermal...

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Retail

Barcoding technology is an essential component of a lean, agile retail business. Keeping goods moving and monitoring them on their path simultaneously is a struggle for many businesses. The ebb and flow of supply and demand is easier to manage with an efficient barcoding and labelling system. Key Applications: • Price Markdown Solutions - The ability to implement sale markdowns...

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Outdoor

Thermal transfer is often used outdoors – from road signs to registration plates, horticultural labels and outdoor equipment. It is important for the labels and the print to be hardwearing and long-lasting in all weathers. Outdoor labels need to be heavy duty with the print being able to withstand extreme weather conditions and temperatures. It is also important that the...

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Warehouse & Distribution

Using barcode printers within a warehouse/distribution facility ensures a smooth and efficient flow of products and information and is essential for preventing time-consuming errors, whilst ensuring regulatory compliance, customer satisfaction and accurate stock control. Real-time visibility of goods is critical from receipt of materials to delivery to the customer. There is no room for errors or delays when it comes...

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Medical Devices

Medical devices range in purpose and size but the label positioning and accuracy will need to stay the same throughout. The medical industry follows strict regulations and it is important that all labelling is clear, accurate and safe. Labels can be used for product identification and tracking, maintenance and care but can also display other key information such as safety...

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Industrial

In industrial operations, prints need to be tough and must withstand extreme weather conditions and be chemical and solvent resistant. Resources or raw materials go through dozens of checks and inspections to ensure their stability and quality. These tests are recorded for verification purposes, allowing inspectors to monitor the status and consistency. By using barcodes and simply scanning the barcode...

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Horticulture

Horticultural labels can be used for several purposes – mainly for the labelling of products for clear identification and for directions of use and care. As you would imagine, the key importance for the label and the print would be that it can withstand extreme weather conditions such as high and low temperatures and is waterproof. It is also important...

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Healthcare

In hospitals and medical facilities around the world, instant identification and accountability of all patient-related information is now a universal mandate and a key component in most hospital operations. For healthcare applications, barcodes are used to improve efficiencies in operation and procedures, as well as correlating numerous vital divisions in the industry such as automation reception, record keeping, the maintenance...

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Flexible Packaging

Thermal transfer is used frequently for printing directly onto flexible packaging where no separate label is required. This is a common type of packaging for products like crisps, salad bags, wrap around sleeves and so on. The print is applied directly onto the flexible packaging on the packing line and will display best before dates and other variable information. The...

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Electronics

Labelling electronics and electronic components can sometimes prove to be a difficult task as text and barcodes can often be very small with the need to be heat, scratch and smudge resistant. The labels must also be able to resist chemicals in the production process. The chemicals can sometimes reduce the legibility of the labels and it is important that...

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Cosmetics

The cosmetics industry is huge and made up of hundreds of different products. From makeup products like mascara, lipstick and foundation to face and body products such as moisturisers and cleansers. With the industry being so big and made up of such a large number of products, production is busy, and the scale is large. Therefore, tracking, identification and stock...

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Food & Beverage

The food and beverage industry present unique challenges. It is essential for food distributors to have complete visibility and traceability throughout the supply chain and to the customer. The increasing importance of traceability within the food industry demands the best possible label quality and consistency. Having 100% label accuracy prevents downstream traceability issues resulting from bad labels. It is important...

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Chemical

As you would imagine, any labelling that is involved within the chemical industry will need very high resistance to chemicals, heat, water and abrasion. It is very important that labels comply with GHS and/or BS5609 standards. An example of a label within this industry would be a chemical drum label. These labels are used to communicate information relating to the drum’s...

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Automotive

Manifests, BOLs, AIAG labels and Parts labels created for the manufacturing, packaging, and transporting of automotive parts are extremely mission critical. Automotive suppliers must adhere to strict compliance labelling requirements. An automotive vehicle of any type - car, van, bus, truck, tractor etc is made up of many different labelled parts including batteries, tyres, brake pads, airbags, and seat belts....

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Aerospace

Extreme accuracy and efficiency are critical within the Aerospace industry. Long lasting, readable barcodes and labels are a must. If you think about the hundreds of components needed to create a single aircraft, you will not be surprised to know that the identification and tracking of these components is critical within the Aerospace industry. Barcodes and labels can be used...

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