Whether you’re looking to package a new product or rebrand the packaging of an existing product, a custom product label is a great way to go. But with so many label materials and laminates, choosing the right one can seem daunting. We’ve aimed to help you find the perfect label material for your product by providing you with a quick-reference guide full of insights and suggestions, as well as a few visuals to help get you started!
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We offer the following types of label materials:
Of all the label materials we have to offer, waterproof labels are the most abundant. Well suited for virtually any application, waterproof labels can come in a variety of styles, including white, clear, and metallic!
White Plastic, commonly referred to as White BOPP, is the most versatile and widely used label material we offer. Being both waterproof and oil-resistant, it can be applied to virtually any product. White Plastic labels are easy to hand apply or machine apply, which makes it a great choice for small-batch artisans and large manufacturers alike. White Plastic labels also have an exceptional low-temperature application range, so it can even be applied to frozen food packaging!
White Plastic serves as the go-to label material for wine, beer bottles and cans, candle jars and tins, bath and beauty products, cosmetics, supplement and vitamin bottles, food product packaging, vape and e-juice products, and so much more.
White Vinyl is the most durable label material we have in stock. This material is waterproof, oil-resistant, weather-resistant, and chemical-resistant. White Vinyl is thick and sturdy, easy to apply by hand or machine. With a strong adhesive and flexible nature, White Vinyl labels are the ideal choice for products with a diameter of 1” or less, like lip balm tubes or vape cartridges. Add an extra degree of durability by pairing this material with a UV Resistant Gloss laminate!
White Vinyl is used to label household and industrial cleaning products, outdoor equipment, essential oil products, lip balm tubes, vape cartridges, and more.
White Plastic Removable is different from all other label materials we offer in that the adhesive is weaker than the rest, similar to that of a Post-it® Note. This tactical choice allows labels and stickers to be removed from products without leaving any glue residue behind. Being waterproof and oil-resistant, this material is perfect for a wide range of temporary labeling needs.
White Plastic Removable labels are ideal as a material for promotional stickers, window and door installation labels, oil change stickers, and more. It is not recommended for permanent product labeling or for tight radius packaging.
Holographic Plastic is a stunning reflective label material featuring unique rainbow effects in the light. In a sea of metallic foil packaging, Holographic Plastic labels will most certainly catch the eye of even the most particular of customers. The material is waterproof and oil-resistant and is able to withstand high temperatures up to 300° F. Apply a gloss laminate to boost the shine or opt for a soft touch matte laminate for a subtle radiance.
Holographic Plastic labels are frequently used for supplement and vitamin bottles, beer cans and bottles, bath and beauty packaging, vape and e-juice cartridges, coffee bags, candle jars, and much more!
Metallic Plastic is a bright metalized polypropylene film with both waterproof and oil-resistant properties. Though an elegant material, Metallic Plastic is tougher than it looks; high tensile strength makes these labels perfect for automatic label dispensing, and great temperature resistance allows labels to withstand a variety of environments. Metallic Plastic is highly customizable, which means you’re not limited to just gold or silver. Try electric blue or vibrant magenta as the accent color for your labels!
Metallic Plastic labels are best suited for supplement and vitamin bottles, candle jars, skincare and cosmetics packaging, bath and body products, vape and e-juice cartridges, beer cans and bottles, wine bottles, and more.
Clear Plastic is the most economical of the clear label materials. This crystal clear label material is waterproof, oil-resistant, and can even handle low-temperature application, so you can label frozen products! The tensile strength of the Clear Plastic runs through label application machines like a dream, but you should keep an eye out for fingerprints when hand-applying.
Clear Plastic labels are preferred for juice bottles, bath and body products, beard oil bottles, candle jars, essential oil bottles, honey jars, refrigerated and frozen food packaging, and more!
For a label material that truly disappears on the packaging, look no further than Ultra-Clear Plastic. This material comes paired with a clear adhesive for a higher degree of clarity than the other clear label materials. The backing is a clear film with high strength and durability, perfect for high-speed automatic roll-to-roll application! With the additional benefits of being waterproof and oil-resistant, this graceful label material can really do it all!
Ultra-Clear Plastic labels are widely used for beauty and cosmetic products, juice and water bottles, vitamin and supplement bottles, bath and body products, candle jars, and so much more.
Paper label materials are the perfect partner for products that don’t necessarily need a heavy-duty label. If you’re looking for texture and character while saving a pretty penny, you’re sure to find your label soulmate in a paper material.
White Paper labels are the highly economical bread-and-butter option for products that don’t need to endure contact with water or oil. This high-quality paper material possesses a bright white, opaque facestock that shows off your label design like a dream. For extra customization, artisans often pair White Paper labels with a matte laminate so they can write dates, varieties, etc.
White Paper labels are perfect for disposable packaging, coffee bags, tea tins, non-refrigerated food products, candle jars, beer bottles and cans, and more.
Estate 4 is an elegant textured white facestock that provides great character to your product’s packaging. A simple black and white design shines beautifully on this canvas, though bright and colorful designs are sure to make your labels look like works of art. Estate 4 is water-resistant, meaning that the paper will not wear down when wet, nor will the inks run or smear. Since the paper is unlaminated, you can either stamp or write additional information for further customization.
Estate 4 labels are a favorite for coffee and tea bags, artisan candle jars and tins, wine bottles, beer bottles, disposable food packaging, luxury skincare packaging, shipping and address labels, and more!
Avon Classic Crest is a smooth unlaminated paper with a bright white facestock. Possessing water-resistance, the paper performs well in moist environments without losing integrity or color. The base paper is FSC certified, acid-free, and archival quality, so you can rest easy knowing your labels are responsibly sourced.
Avon Classic Crest labels are found on candle jars and tins, coffee and tea packaging, luxury cosmetic and skincare products, disposable food packaging, and more.
Black Vellum is a suave specialty paper that is, as the name suggests, all black throughout, even on the edges and back. Black Vellum labels blend in seamlessly on black containers and offer striking contrast when paired with anything else. The paper is also water-resistant, so it can hold its own as a wine or craft beer label. With a smooth finish, this label material is sure to take your packaging to the next level.
Black Vellum labels are ideal for artisan candles, wine and beer bottles, supplement products, luxury skincare and cosmetic products, cannabis and CBD product packaging, and more.
Frontier Label is proud to offer several options for an eco-friendly label material! Each of the options listed below is made from either inorganic compounds or post-consumer content to create paper labels your products can wear with pride.
The TerraSkin is a unique label material made of 80% calcium carbonate and 20% polyethylene resin to create an environmentally friendly paper. TerraSkin is water-resistant and inherently durable. Though this material requires a plastic gloss or matte laminate as well, its environmentally friendly origin ensures a small footprint in regards to your packaging.
TerraSkin labels work excellently on organic skincare and bath products, food packaging, pet products, and virtually any type of product you can think of!
The Recycled Kraft Paper is a dark brown unlaminated paper with great character and texture–plus, it’s water-resistant! Made with 100% post-consumer content, this label material is great for the environment and looks amazing at the same time! Since it’s a darker material, we recommend incorporating strong, saturated colors into your label design so everything pops.
Recycled Kraft Paper labels are a popular choice for candle labels, coffee and tea packaging, non-perishable food product packaging, organic skincare and beauty products, cannabis and CBD product packaging, and so much more!
The right label material laminate can provide the perfect final touch to your label, adding both protection and style to your design! All laminates are waterproof, but the material it is paired with might not be, so do keep that in mind when making your selection.
Our gloss laminate is considered a high-gloss label finish. This clear polypropylene laminate protects printing from wear, scuffing, and scratching, while also enriching the color of your label design! A gloss laminate can add extra charm to basic materials like White Paper or White Plastic, boost clarity on Clear materials, and emphasize the brilliance of Metallic materials.
For a more subtle look, choose a matte label laminate. Made from durable polypropylene, our non-glare matte laminate gives a softer look and feel to your labels while protecting the ink from scuffing or scratching. A matte laminate lends a frosted look to clear materials while boosting the striking effect of metallic elements on those corresponding materials.
Pair your labels with a UV resistant gloss laminate to improve the longevity of your labels! Our UV resistant gloss laminate gives your label a high-gloss finish while acting like an extra-strong sunscreen to prevent fading. Made from polyester, this laminate works hard to preserve your hardworking labels.
Seeing is believing! Opt in to receive our complimentary Sample Pack of all the materials we have to offer, and feel free to request additional samples of the ones you particularly have your eye on. If you’re still uncertain, give the knowledgeable Customer Care Team a call! They can answer any further questions you may have or set you up with a Printed Proof.
Every organization needs to identify, track, and manage the important assets that keep its operations running. Labeling or tagging these assets is a must to keep tabs on your most valuable or important property, and metal labeling is one of the most popular labeling solutions for manufacturers.
Different materials are best suited for different applications. Metal is more durable than plastic, which makes it an ideal substrate for demanding or harsh environments.
Even if you’ve already decided on metal labels for your factory or plant, you still need to understand the different types of metal labels available, as well as tips to help you get as much value out of your investment as possible.
This comprehensive guide will give you a detailed overview of metal labeling, its advantages over alternative materials, and best practices for using metal labels in your own business.
Metal labeling is a tagging method that businesses use to add durable labels to machinery or equipment. Sometimes this is for tracking assets, while other times it’s for safety, compliance, or educational purposes.
Metal labels are a widely-used method for identifying products, machinery, and equipment in industrial applications. Metal labels and tags display important safety and operational information, including:
While manufacturers can choose between many different substrate options for their labels, metal is the most popular option because it’s more durable. This means the information will be legible for a longer period of time, which helps manufacturers reduce costs while improving compliance.
Depending on the substrate, metal labels come in a variety of sizes, shapes, colors, and thicknesses. MPC offers customizable metal labels and tags to meet a variety of different use cases in manufacturing.
Contact us to discuss your requirements of wet strength paper. Our experienced sales team can help you identify the options that best suit your needs.
To get the most value out of your metal labels, it’s important to choose the right substrate for your use case, budget, and needs. Choose from these popular options for either blank or pre-printed metal labels that last.
MPC’s Metalphoto® labels and tags are created from the most durable anodized aluminum substrate available. Graphics are sealed beneath a sapphire-hard anodic layer of aluminum, which creates an impenetrable surface. Our Metalphoto® labels and tags survive outdoors for over 20 years, even when exposed to extreme conditions.
Metalphoto® labels and tags can be purchased as a rigid or foil option. While still very durable, foil Metalphoto® labels are thin and flexible, which makes them easy to attach to textured or contoured surfaces, like pipes or valves. Rigid Metalphoto® labels come in various thicknesses for increased performance in the toughest conditions.
If you go with MPC’s metal labels, you can choose to either pre-print the labels so they arrive factory-ready, or you can choose blank tags to customize on-site.
Anodized aluminum labels and tags are a cost-effective alternative to Metalphoto®. While not as impenetrable as Metalphoto®, anodized aluminum is still very durable. This gives it excellent resistance to:
Anodized aluminum labels and tags can also be flexible or rigid, which will depend on the equipment or machinery you want to label.
Stainless steel is another strong metal labeling option that withstands corrosion, chemicals, and high heat. Different grades of stainless steel are suitable for a wide variety of applications.
MPC offers three types of stainless steel:
Brass labels and tags are a decorative yet durable option for manufacturing labels. Brass labels work well both inside and in harsh outdoor environments. This metal substrate offers excellent resistance to:
Brass is a low-friction metal that won’t generate sparks, so this metal substrate is a safer option for environments with electrical components, fire, or explosives.
Metal labels are durable and reliable, which makes them ideal for permanently identifying assets exposed to harsh weather conditions.
Rain, snow, ultraviolet radiation, and extreme temperatures can damage polyester or vinyl labels, which renders the identification useless in just a few months. But metal substrates are naturally resistant to environmental damage, impact damage and abrasion from dirt.
Because metal labeling is stronger and more resilient, many organizations choose to invest in this permanent option for their products or equipment. However, some industries actually require their assets to have metal identification labels.
For example, the Department of Defense (DoD) mandates metal labels on machinery and other assets. The labels must also have specific identification numbers that are machine-readable.
While metal labels often have a higher initial cost than conventional materials, opting for metal can save money in the long run. Since metal labels are more durable than plastic, polyester, or paper, they have a longer expected lifetime. The information on metal labels remains easily readable and your labels will rarely need replacing.
Using metal for identification labels provides greater safety and security because it’s nearly impossible to remove or alter the information on these tags.
For manufacturers with a large number of expensive assets, permanent metal labels help you not only stay compliant with tamper-resistant labels, but also keep your manufacturing sites secure from sabotage.
Whether in a factory or a warehouse, manufacturers need to track assets between locations and departments. Opting for standardized metal labels helps you keep accurate inventory of your equipment, machinery, and other assets across all locations.
Metal labels are ideal for any industry that uses heavy equipment, including construction, military, aerospace, or transportation. Manufacturing is no different.
From property identification tags to hazardous material warning labels, manufacturers can use metal tags in a variety of ways. Every manufacturer is different, but manufacturers commonly use metal labels for these four use cases.
Every manufacturer converts raw materials into finished goods that they push through the supply chain. As you scale up production, it’s a good idea to generate labels for these goods — especially if you manufacture heavy machinery yourself.
Metal product identification tags allow manufacturers to track nearly every data point on a product, including its source materials, manufacturing date, employee activity, and much more. This makes it much easier for manufacturers to identify quality issues in their products or simplify the recall process if they find an issue with a product.
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Manufacturing is a dangerous job, and a single misstep can cause catastrophic injuries. Whether you’re required to follow certain safety regulations or you follow safety best practices out of an abundance of caution, proper labeling is a must to keep your employees safe.
Opting for paper safety labels will save money in the short term, but these labels aren’t built to last. Manufacturers run the risk of displaying unreadable labels, which can put you at risk of employee injuries and litigation.
Durable metal labels ensure your messaging will remain readable regardless of wear and tear, transportation mishaps, or extreme weather. Metalphoto®, anodized aluminum, and stainless steel labels are all suitable for industrial and heavy equipment applications.
Metal labels and tags are a crucial part of asset identification and tracking in the manufacturing industry. Paired with a solid asset tracking system, metal labels help manufacturers manage equipment, tools, and machinery across all their locations.
Scannable metal labels make it easy for employees to submit error-free reports about assets. It also speeds up check-in/check-out processes, leaving a paper trail that can help recover lost assets.
Unlike other materials, durable metal labels won’t fade or rub off with regular use. Manufacturers can enjoy greater peace of mind knowing that their asset labels can outlast the lifespan of the asset itself.
Factories and warehouses often contain valuable equipment that requires frequent maintenance. Metal equipment tags are ideal for tracking repairs and locating individual parts and pieces in a manufacturing plant.
Instead of conducting maintenance on a predetermined schedule, your team can use a maintenance tracking system for predictive maintenance. Your team will only service the equipment that needs maintenance, reducing costs and saving time.
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As a manufacturer, it’s important to optimize time, materials, and costs to be as competitive as possible. Metal labels are a solid investment, but even then, it’s important to get as much value from that investment as possible. Follow these tips to optimize your metal label ROI.
Always consider the environmental demands of the workplace before choosing a metal substrate for your labels. While most metals are very durable, some — like Metalphoto® — are especially suited for rugged environments.
Stainless steel is an ideal choice for food processing equipment, while brass might be best for applications where there are explosive risks present.
In addition to selecting the appropriate substrate, consider the surface of the asset you want to tag. For example, if the surface is curved or textured — such as a pipe or valve — a flexible foil equipment tag might be the best choice.
If you want to order blank metal labels and print them in-house, make sure you have enough label printers on hand at each location before you order the blanks. This will make it much easier to print and apply the labels as soon as they arrive at your facility.
Human-readable labels are important, but human error can slow down some processes. Instead, opt for metal labels that are both human- and machine-readable. This means every tag needs a text-based description for human users and either a QR or barcode for computers to read.
It’s easy to generate QR and barcodes from your asset tracking software. These codes make maintenance, asset tracking, and product identification much easier, as employees only need to scan the code.
Metal labeling gives manufacturers a durable, long-lasting identification solution that can withstand even the most challenging environments. Metal labels and tags are an excellent investment that helps you get maximum performance and value out of the expensive equipment that keeps your business running.
When it’s time to start labeling your equipment, assets, or tools, go with an experienced metal label provider like MPC.
MPC’s metal labels and tags are exceptionally durable, which makes them the preferred choice for indoor and outdoor applications. MPC manufactures both pre-printed and blank labels that meet stringent government and industry standards. Contact MPC today to find the best metal labels for your business.
Metal labeling is beneficial because:
The right substrate depends on your budget and needs. These are some of the most popular metal substrates for manufacturers:
Yes. All metal labels are resistant to extreme heat and cold, corrosive chemicals, solvents, and abrasions from dirt or sand.
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