BARCODE-LABELS
Labelling for every area of application
We are a leading provider of barcode solutions for a wide range of applications and requirements. With our many years of experience and extensive expertise, we develop and implement customised barcode labels for our customers. Our portfolio includes a wide range of 1D codes and 2D codes that are suitable for a wide variety of applications. Whether in logistics, retail or industry - our barcode labels always offer you the right and reliable solution.
What are barcode labels?
Barcode labels are labels that are printed with machine-readable codes. These codes store data in optical form and can be read by scanners or cameras. There are two main types,
1D codes (one-dimensional barcodes) consist of black bars and white spaces in different widths - as we know them from the supermarket, for example. They store simple information such as product numbers or serial numbers.
2D codes (two-dimensional barcodes) consist of small squares or dots arranged in an area (e.g. QR codes or Data Matrix). They can store significantly more information - in some cases up to 1,000 times as much as a 1D code.
The labels themselves are made of special materials that are customised depending on the application. Factors such as temperature, chemicals or the nature of the surface on which the label is stuck play a role. Legal standards or industry-specific requirements also influence the structure.
The term ‘barcode’ is often used generically - but it refers to all types of machine-readable labelling, not just the classic barcodes.
Barcode labels are used in almost all industrial, commercial and service sectors - from ‘A’ for labelling automotive components to ‘Z’ for personal identification in access control systems. The prerequisite is always that a label can be permanently attached, that the printing remains machine-readable for a period of time that is customary for the application and that there is an optical path of vision between the barcode and the reader.
There are standardised barcode typologies, depending on the industry and application, which are defined in ISO/IEC 15418, for example, and specify certain data structures and character sequences. The aim is to enable the cross-industry use of labelling technology and the interoperable, manufacturer-independent use of readers.
Use of the technology in retail
Optimisation of logistical processes
Labelling in the automotive industry
Labelling in the food industry
Labelling in the electronics industry
Use in the pharmaceutical industry
Labelling in the construction industry
Labelling in aviation
Substrates: the intended use is decisive
We remember it from our school days: when writing with ink on a blotting paper, the colour runs and branches out into the fine capillaries of the paper. This is an effect that must not occur under any circumstances when producing barcode labels in this form - otherwise they would not be reliably readable by machine. The selection of suitable backing materials and labelling media are therefore the decisive factors for the print quality of barcode labels. In this context, the ISO/IEC 19421 standard ‘Information technology - Automatic identification and data capture techniques - Test specifications for barcode masters’ is decisive for the quality of printed codes.
Another important factor influencing the choice of carrier material is the intended use. There are possible selection criteria for this.
Surface to which the label can be attached - if necessary, alternative attachment, for example as a loop label
Mechanical, chemical or thermal influences that could damage or destroy the label
Weather and atmospheric conditions, temporary or permanent exposure to sun, moisture or cold, for example in outdoor areas
Required service life of the label and/or machine-readable printing
Preferred printing methods - inkjet, thermal transfer or direct thermal, flexo, gravure or offset printing
the desired font, font size and resolution in dpi
Temperature resistance - under extreme conditions, e.g. in kilns or deep-freeze warehouses
Security features for both the public and industrial sectors
Advantages of barcode labels
The use of barcode labels offers numerous advantages for modern companies. They enable data to be recorded quickly and accurately, helping to reduce manual input errors. The clear labelling of products ensures seamless traceability along the entire supply chain. Barcode systems support the automation of processes, improve warehouse management and speed up processes such as order picking or despatch. Thanks to their compact design - especially with 2D codes - large amounts of information can be placed directly on the product. Barcodes are also internationally standardised and can be easily integrated into existing IT and logistics systems, making them a cost-effective and versatile solution for numerous industries.
What makes good barcode labels?
A good barcode label is characterised by the fact that it fulfils the requirements for permanently reliable application, the required material resistance, secure legibility and, of course, cost efficiency. In individual cases, it is important to modify and optimise individual features in relation to the requirements of the specific application.
Solutions from the Plöckl Media Group
A good barcode label is characterised by the fact that it fulfils the requirements for permanently reliable application, the required material resistance, secure legibility and, of course, cost efficiency. In individual cases, it is important to modify and optimise individual features in relation to the requirements of the specific application.
Why Barcode labels from PMG?
Development
We use our extensive expertise to design and develop your customised product solution according to your wishes.
Production
We leave nothing to chance when it comes to production. We use state-of-the-art machinery and equipment and guarantee the highest precision for every single label.
Quality
We use state-of-the-art camera control systems for quality control and thus guarantee the highest quality through our 100% final inspection.
Reliability
You can always rely on the comprehensive expertise and consulting skills of our employees. From the initial contact to the final realisation of your project and beyond, we are at your side competently and flexibly at all times.
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Barcode labels from PMG stand for the highest quality and reliability. Strict quality controls and the use of high-quality materials ensure that our labels fulfil your requirements even under demanding conditions. Our labels are robust and resistant to heat, cold and moisture and are ideal for use in industry, retail and logistics. We work with you to develop solutions that are precisely tailored to your requirements.