What makes the DuraLabel PRO 300 the quality industrial label printer?

Part of the answer is the high resolution 300 dpi printing. But anyone can buy a 300 dpi print head and stick it in a printer. There's more to a DuraLabel PRO 300... there is common sense and careful thought.

The problem with 300 dpi printing is that it is slow. And slow means that it costs you money. So what isthe common sense thing to do? Find a way to make a printer that delivers 300 dpi printing at a high speed. The DuraLabel PRO 300 has done this. By using a high speed computer processor the DLP300 processes print jobs faster, resulting in your label coming out ofthe printer sooner. You get high quality printing AND high speed.

Don't settle for anything less than a DuraLabel PRO 300. Not only will you get quality, you'll be saving money because you'll be buying direct from the manufacturer. Check out the special DuraLabel package deals to save even more. CAll 1-800-788-5572 today!

DuraLabel keeps things simple. They provide unbeatable quality and save you money.

How do you know you are getting unbeatable quality?

A key reason is because with DuraLabel PRO supplies you are dealing with labeling experts who have a long history of supplying only the best equipment and supplies. Because with DuraLabel supplies you are dealing with labeling experts who have extensive R&D and quality testing departments. Because with DuraLabel supplies you are buying from a company that wants you as a customer for the next 100 years... and that means they must deliver quality--both in their products and their service--or you'll find a better dealer.

For example, the "obvious" answer is not always the right answer. Is bigger always better? Not when it comes to vinyl tapes. Thicker tapes mean more durable vinly, but it does not mean more durable labels. Thicker vinly tends to return to its original shape, curling to the shape it had when it was on a roll. The result are labels that don't print as well and that pull free (become unstuck) sooner. The best quality vinyl is more that optimizes vinyl durability and label durability. This happens at a vinyl thickness of 3.0 mil.

A new DuraLabel printer has entered the world! The DuraLabel PRO 300 is the new high resolution label and sign printer that works hard for you.

High resolution printing means blacks are blacker, reds are reder and the fine details are even clearer. The DuraLabel PRO 300 prints with a 300 dpi resolution resulting in unbeatable print quality for industrial, business, educational and military labeling and sign making needs.

BUT...

There is a down side to high resolution printing. The higher resolution the printing, the longer it takes to print a label.

BUT...

The DuraLabel PRO 300 has licked this problem. It includes a new high speed processor, and greater memory, resulting in the print job being processed quicker and delivering both high resolution and high speed printing. With this new DuraLabel printer you can't lose.

Plus the DuraLabel PRO 300 comes with all the features and extras you'd expect from DuraLabel:

• You get the new Industrial Labeling Suite, a software that includes arc flash and RTK label printing software and databases.



• You get a huge symbols library plus hundreds of Microsoft Word and Excel templates to help you get started quickly.



• You get DuraLabel supplies... labeling supplies that are unmatched in quality. Labeling supplies that provide a huge selection ensuring you can always get the right supply for the job. And supplies that will typically save you 30-50% vs. comparable label printers.



• You get free tech. support, from our friemndly, experience customer service staff, for as long as you are a DuraLabel customer.

Now is the time to switch to the best... and save money. Call 1-800-788-5572 to learn more about the DuraLabel PRO 300 or visit the DuraLabel printer web site today.

The DuraLabel printer has a number of accessories available that can make your job easier.

One of the most popular is the DuraLabel battery. It provides power for the DuraLabel anyplace you need to take your DuraLabel. One battery charge can print hundreds of labels. Many facilities are setting up mobile carts with a DuraLabel printer, battery, laptop computer, and selection of DuraLabel supplies. The cart can then be pushed anyplace labels or signs are needed. It is an excellent way to create a visual workplace and support lean manufacturing efforts such as 5S, Kanban, TPM and Kaizen.

One of the most important DuraLabel accessories only costs $20. A dust cover protects you investment in your DuraLabel by keeping dust, dirt and debris away from the printer. This is particularly important if your DuraLabel is stored in a shop, maintenance area, or other location where dust and airborne particles are common. This material can get into the print head or gears and result in poor quality printing, alignment problems, streaks, or other issues. While the solution is simple, get the machine cleaned. The better option is to prevent the problems in the first place. A $20 dust cover accomplishes that goal.

If you need to travel with your DuraLabel, then the hard carrying case is what you need. Designed to fit under an airline seat, this case is designed to hold and protect the DuraLabel printer, accessories, cables, and supplies. It's rugged design is guaranteed for life.

Visit the DuraLabel web site for more information about DuraLabel accessories.

The DuraLabel printer and lean manufacturing form an outstanding partnership. The versatility and flexibility of the DuraLabel means it can handle just about any visual communication task related to lean manufacturing.

What is lean manufacturing? Why are labels and signs an important part of lean manufacturing? Visit the Visual Workplace (Visual Communication) web site to learn about both. This web site is dedicated to providing information about lean manufacturing techniques such as 5S, kaizen and kanban. These are techniques that can help your business reduce waste, improve productivity, get organized, improve quality and increase customer satisfaction. It provides introductory information about each of these lean manufacturing techniques, allowing you to determine whether they may be effective in your facility. They also offer a printed guide for each of these lean techniques. Free copies of each guide are available.

Visual communication means to have needed information available at the time and location where it is needed. This is usually accomplished using labels and signs. That's were the term "visual workplace" comes from. A Visual workplace is one in which even a new hire knows where they are in the facility, what the safety hazards are, and what they need to do in case of an emergency. All they information they need to know is immediately available, without being presented in a confusing manner.

An example of visual communication would be a system that combines color coding, text and graphics to aid workers in returning tools to their proper location. Signs with text identify tool storage locations. Color coding makes it quick and easy to identify the correct general location a tool belongs in. A color coded shadow (graphic) of the tool identifies the specific location. This system of visual communication helps ensure tools are returned to their proper location. It makes returning a tool fast and easy, and it eliminates errors. That is what you get as the result of effective visual communication.

When you purchase DuraLabel vinyl from the OEM (Duralabel vinyl supplies) you are assured of quality. Don't assume that all vinyl is the same. Trust the supplier that has both extensive testing and extensive R&D behind all the products they sell.

What can go wrong with vinyl?

With DuraLabel supplies you do not need to worry about dimbles in the vinyl. If the vinyl is not manufactured properly small dimples can form in the vinyl surface. The result is poor quality printing when making signs and labels.

With DuraLabel supplies you do not need to worry about labels coming loose. Poor quality adhesive, or imperfections in the adhesive such as an uneven coating, can result in labels that do not stay stuck. Of course, labels must be properly applied to a clean surface. But when properly applies they should last many years, not just a few months.

With DuraLabel supplies you do not need to worry about labels fading or the printing scratching off. Poor quality ribbons may produce printing that appears to be good, but then you find that it quickly fades or comes off. There are many types of ribbons available. Matching the correct ribbon with the material being printed is important. Just as important is using a quality ribbon.

We are continually looking for ways to make the DuraLabel Pro better, and we'd like to hear from you. Are there some situations in which labeling has been difficult? Are there types of labeling materials you wish you had, such as color coded self-laminating wire wraps? (We're testing those right now.) Do you need to stick labels on a material that just does not allow the labels to stay stuck? Let us know about it. We can't promise to solve every labeling problem, but we're working on it.

We want to hear from you. Visit our DuraLabel web site, and scroll down to the bottom of the page. You'll find a form you can quickly use to send us a suggestion by email. Or give us a call and talk with your customer service representative.

We are looking for ways to make the DuraLabel more useful and even more versatile. We are have a staff of full-time technicians who are working to develop and test new labeling materials. But we'd also like to hear from you. Let us know what you need. Tell us about your labeling problems. Pass on your dreams for the perfect label printer. We here and we are listening.

When you purchase new equipment for your company you want to be getting the best value for your money.

When you are determining whether new equipment can cut your costs, you want to be looking at the options that deliver true savings.

When you value employee health and safety, you want to be evaluating effective tools.

The DuraLabel PRO is all of these... a great value, an effective tool, and a machine that delivers real savings.

The DuraLabel PRO is a custom label and sign printer that produces labels and signs for about half the costs of competitive machines. It does this because you'll be purchasing your supplies direct from the manufacturer, cutting out the expense of the middleman.

The need to effective, durable labels and signs has been growing. New codes covering everything from wire labels, to arc flash labels, to marking enclosed spaces have been issued or are in the process of being developed. The need for effective visual information, at the point where it is needed has become recognized as important. The DuraLabel PRO is the tool that will provide the labels and signs you need to have effective visual communication.

Give DuraLabel a call today at 1-800-788-5572 for more information about the DuraLabel PRO label and sign printer, and DuraLabel supplies.

The DuraLabel web site is involved in an updating process over the next three months. You can already see significant changes, with the change to a new header and new home page. The purpose of the upgrade is to increase the amount of information available, and to make the site easier to read and easier to navigate.

Most industrial label printer web sites provide very little information about the machines they offer. However, the DuraLabel PRO and DuraLabel supplies offer such a unique opportunity to cut your labeling and sign making costs while improving quality, that there is a lot to say. And we are not the only ones saying it. As you'll see on the the new DuraLabel site, lots of DuraLabel PRO customers have good things to say about the DuraLabel PRO printer, DuraLabel supplies and the outstanding customer service that backs the DuraLabel PRO.

Plus we'll be adding MORE FREE GIFTS. We are working hard to produce additional, quality lean manufacturing and industrial labeling best practice guides. You'll see the first three of these appear on the DuraLabel web site with a few days. And more are coming.

A new DuraLabel PRO site focusing on lean manufacturing methods has just come online. It is called The Visual Workplace. It starts with discussing one of the foundations of lean methods, visual communication. It then provides separate sites covering kaizen, 5S and kanban. Other lean methods, such as TPM, will be added in the future.

A visual workplace is one in which needed information is available at the location and time when it is needed. Daily maintenance procedures are posted on equipment and machines. Work areas are identified by signs and floor markings. The end result of a visual workplace is that a new employee can find there way around, and identify equipment, processes and procedures as well as an experienced employee--because the information is provided visually.

In addition to information the lean methods each have a quiz you can use to test your knowledge of kaizen, 5s and kanban. Each quiz has 12 questions and shows you your results, compared with how others did, at the end of the quiz.

The lack of arc flash labeling is a significant problem in nearly half of all facilities. A new best practices guide from the makers of the DuraLabel PRO details what is required to have arc flash labeling that meets all codes and standards.

The Arc Flash Labeling Best Practices Guide starts the process with an inspection of the facility. This first step documents the condition of any existing arc flash labeling, and identifies locations where arc flash labels are needed. It then describes the information that should be on an arc flash label, how to make arc flash labels, and even how to remove old labels.

The following is the Table of Contents for this best practices guide:

• Required Tools
• Definitions
  ....What is Arc Flash?
  ....Definitions of Terms
• Evaluation - Facility Inspection
• Label Creation
  ....What Information Should Be Included On An Arc Flash Label?
  ....Needed Equipment and Supplies
  ....Label Creation Steps
  ....Label Creation Using Die-Cut Labels
  ....Label Creation Using Continuous Vinyl
• Label Placement
  ....Locations Where Labels Should Be Placed
  ....Removing Old Labels
• Label Maintenance
• One Page Arc Flash Hazard Labeling Guide

This best practices guide is available as a free download from the Graphic Products' web site.

A new Pipe Marking Best Practices Guide is available from Graphic Products. This guide, featuring the DuraLabel PRO printer, covers everything needed to meet ANSI code for pipe marking. From the initial inspection of the facility, through printing and applying pipe markers (and knowing the right locations in which to apply them) this guide is a comprehensive information source about pipe marking.

The Pipe Marking Best Practices Guide may be downloaded free.

Sometimes we use different names for the same things. For example, industrial labels are sometimes called industrial decals. Labels and decals, in this case, are the same thing. Both words refer to self-adhesive vinyl with appropriate text and graphics printed on it.

Whether you call them decals or labels, the DuraLabel PRO (DLP) an meet your industrial decal needs. With the ability to print on vinyl tapes up to four inches wide, as well as printing on speciality supplies and a variety of multi-color die-cut labels, the DuraLabel PRO is the printer that makes the decals you need. From OSHA warnings to RTK decals, the DuraLabel PRO has the versatility, flexibility, and wide range of supplies needed to get your visual communication jobs done right... the first time and every time.

It makes no difference what you call them, the DLP is the printer you need.

What's the big news about the DuraLabel PRO? Nothing!

That's right, nothing.

It took over two years for the DuraLabel PRO to be developed. Nearly a full year was devoted to testing and making improvements. The result is that there has been no need for upgrades, patches or fixes. The DuraLabel PRO is the industrial label printer that works... it gets the job done by making quality, durable labels and signs.

Whether you need to make signs and labels to support 5S, or label pipes in a hospital, the DuraLabel PRO is the machine that will get the job done... right.

Two additional DuraLabel videos have just been put online. They show how to load supplies into the DuraLabel PRO printer. You'll be surprised at how quick and easy it is to load DuraLabel supplies. The videos are available at:

http://www.graphicproducts.com/labelers/duralabelpro/video.html

There are two types of supplies for the DuraLabel PRO.

Specialty supplies come mounted in a simple cartridge that drops right into the DuraLabel PRO.

All other supplies come on rolls that are easily placed into the DuraLabel PRO.

In both cases supplies can typically be changed in about a minute.

Two new DuraLabel PRO videos are now available online.

The Introduction to the DuraLabel PRO video shows this total solutions package for label and sign printers. See the flexibility and versatility of the DuraLabel PRO. It can make pipe markers, wire labels, OSHA safety signs and much, much more. You'll see how easy it is to make labels and signs with the DuraLabel PRO. Improve your facility's safety and productivity through better visual communication with the DuraLabel PRO sign and labeling system.

The DuraLabel PRO Specialty Supply Loading video provides step-by-step instructions for loading speciality supplies into your DuraLabel PRO. The specialty supplies come in a cartridge that is simple and quick to load into the DuraLabel PRO.

Pipe marking is a pretty big deal in industrial facilities. Not only will the company get slapped with a hefty fine for not having any, but emergency situations can quickly get from bad to extremely, horribly bad. Valuable time can be wasted when emergency crews are trying to determine which way the flow is going and what feeds where and/or into what. An easy remedy to a lack of labels is the DuraLabel PRO OSHA and Pipe Marking package.

This DuraLabel package is a great deal because it provides everything you need to label an extensive pipe system at an affordable price. The package provides supplies of various sizes. This is great since not all pipes are the same diameter. This way, you won't be wasting material (read: "money") by putting 4" wide labels on small pipes. This package also comes complete with an assortment of different colored tapes. Color coding pipes isn't only a great way of keeping things organized, it also meets OSHA labeling regulations. Nothing is better than looking good while meeting regulations.

The Brady IP printer is now available from Graphic Products.

The Brady IP printer is available in four models, two are 300 dpi printers and two are 600 dpi printers. All four models use die-cut label supplies to make labels that serve a variety of industries such as:

• Industrial Manufacturing
• Electrical, Wire, and Cable Identification
• Electronics
• Government & Defense
• Transportation (Aerospace, Rail, Mass Transit)
• Data Communication
• Laboratory/Healthcare

The Brady IP printer uses smart cell technology to allow the supplies and printer to exchange information. The printer can automatically detect the supply type installed and configure the printer appropriately. This is particularly useful for a die-cut label printer such as the IP, because labels are pre-cut and thus a large number of supplies must be made available to accommodate the need for various size labels. Having the printer automatically configure itself for whatever supplies are installed becomes a time saver.

The Brady IP printer has supplies available for printing self-laminating labels, Brady PermaSleeve wire labels, general purpose labels, tamper evident labels and cold weather labels.

If you are observant of your surroundings, you would probably take notice that the vast majority of pipes in a facility or building are labeled. These labels aren't failed attempts to cover up unsightly piping, nor were they meant to liven up the area with a little color or decoration. These labels are necessary. They are necessary because of the rules and regulations set forth by the ANSI/ASME A13.1 - 2007 standard.

Pipe labeling plays an important role in creating a safe work place. Proper labeling can prevent injuries and damage by safeguarding against mistakes such as turning valves on or disconnecting pipes at the wrong time or place. DuraLabel offers a Pipe Marking Labeling package that will provide you with the necessary equipment and supplies. The package includes a DuraLabel printer and supplies that come in various sizes and colors.

Valve tagging is an important labeling practice in the industry. The information on valve tags provide information at the point of need, which saves on time and prevents confusion. By doing so, it creates a safer environment.

DuraLabel offers a unique valve labeling material: DuraTag. This supply is undeniably hardy, able to withstand abuse while maintaining a thin, flexible profile. DuraTag is also cost effective. The valve tags are often ordinary label material (such as vinyl or polyester) adhered to a plastic tag or encased in a plastic covering. DuraTag is strong enough to be applied without the additional material. Even a grommet isn't necessary. The clay coated DuraTag ensures text will remain legible even in extreme temperature or chemical environments.

DuraTag technical information:

Nominal Thickness: 7.5 mil

Service Temperature Range: -70 to + 200 degrees F

Tensile Strength At Break: 42 lbs/1" width MD/TD Avg.

Puncture-Propagation Tear Resistance: 6,700 grams

Yield: 243 lbs/MMSI

Surface Treatment: Clay Coating providing improved thermal transfer printing and increased tag opacity.

Last week we described a real life arc flash incident. However, it isn't possible to fully describe the danger and potential disaster of an arc flash as well as the possible solutions in a single blog entry. That's why we'll do it in two. In this week's entry, we'll discuss potential methods of keeping safe.

Other than reverting back to a hunting and gathering culture, there will always be chance for electrical accidents. The best method then, is prevention. DuraLabel products are perfect for arc flash labeling. Arc flash labeling will provide an excellent warning to people in a hazard area and provide them with useful information about the equipment they are near. With proper training, they'll be able to decide the best method or approach as to how to conduct repairs or maintenance.

DuraLabel even has an arc flash labeling package. The package includes a DuraLabel PRO printer and software, various vibrant tape designs, and a durable thermal transfer ribbon. An absolutely free copy of the NFPA 70E code will also be provided at your request and will complete the labeling package by telling you exactly what you need to know.

Last month, two electrical workers experienced 2nd and 3rd degree burns when they were caught in an electrical explosion while investigating the source of a power loss. An investigation of the event that took place afterwards shows that an external switch was turned to the 'Off' position, but an internal switch mechanism was still in the 'On' position. When one of the workers attempted to pry a fuse from the switch terminal with a screwdriver, an electrical path was created, resulting in the electrical explosion.

These electrical explosions are also known as "arc flashes". They're notorious for creating massive damage to equipment as well as to a human body. One of the many intentions of our DuraLabel systems is create awareness of arc flash hazards to workers. After careful examination of equipment, DuraLabel's arc flash label supplies can be placed to serve as excellent visual communication to remind and warn workers potential danger.

Also, you can request the free DuraLabel Arc Flash Labeling Guide to make sure you are labeling such hazards appropriately and giving your workers the safest possible working conditions.

The DuraLabel label printer is great for visual communication. This can't be any more obvious when it comes to pipe marking. When coupled with brilliantly colored vinyl tape and black or white ribbon, the labels provide excellent visuals and can identify the contents and the flow of direction within the pipe.

However, for a pipe label to be effective, it must be seen (hence the 'visual' communication). DuraLabel offers an excellent pipe marking guide, providing the pipe identification standards. This guide describes the proper color code, pipe size vs label size vs minimum character size, and the placement of the pipe markers.

What you mark the pipes with is very important. DuraLabel supplies are an excellent choice because of their durability and strong adhesive strength. Both the DuraLabel tape and the ribbon have a strong tolerance to temperature extremes. However, should the pipes be a little too hot or a little too cold, we also sell Pipe Grabber Sleeves. These are clear plastic pipe marking sleeves that curls tightly around the pipe and provides a clean surface for the pipe marking label.

The DuraLabel PRO is often described to be versatile and flexible because of its ability to handle labeling tasks in many different industries. These aren't empty words; the DuraLabel PRO is an excellent printer that has an incredible range of use. Many industries can make use of this printer: horticulture, automobile, military, computer, pharmaceutical, etc. Essentially, the DuraLabel PRO will be useful where visual communication is necessary.

The importance of visual communication is most apparent when it comes to safety labeling. Examples of safety labeling include:

Arc flash hazards

NFPA labeling (fire diamond)

Hazardous material labeling

Equipment operation safety

Safety labeling aside, the versatile DuraLabel PRO labeler can handle other labeling jobs:

Storage labeling (bins, cabinets, drawers, etc.)

Inventory and tracking (with use of bar code labeling)

Outdoor labeling

Pipe marking labeling

Office labeling

As you can see, there are plenty of ways a DuraLabel PRO can be put to good use. Let your imagination go wild. With low price supplies, you certainly can afford to.

Your supervisor wants a complete overhaul of the safety signs and labels around the facility and have given you the responsibility of overseeing the project. You have a two immediate decisions to make: a) Go to a labeling company that can create the the labels for you; or b) purchase your own labeling machine and supplies and make the labels yourself.

With a DuraLabel PRO, the decision is clear: Option B. The especially with the wide variety of OSHA compliant supplies available to use. Creating specific labels with unique designs for arc flash, NFPA, safety information, chemical labeling, and bar code identification is a simple and easy matter with the DuraLabel PRO and DuraLabel supplies.

In no time, your facility will have completely new safety signs and labels. But now what? Leave the DuraLabel PRO and DuraLabel supplies to collect dust? That would be a waste of good products. There are several ways to improve efficiency in a facility, and one of those ways is to include visual communication into every operation. Check some examples of the labeling projects you can accomplish with DuraLabel.