Best Label Maker Guide
26 November 2024
We specialise in repairing and maintaining label makers, making us an authority on the subject. This means that one of the most common questions we’re asked is, “what is the best label maker?’ The answer we usually give is ‘it depends’. This is true, as different label makers will be best depending on what you […] Read More...
Labels for Food Production
11 November 2024
Food production is one of the most important industries in the world. Thanks to the tireless efforts of factory workers, logistics companies, and the shops that they deliver to, we have endless supplies of food available whenever we need it. However, if all of these food items had plain packaging, our weekly food shop would […] Read More...
How Label Printers Improve Inventory Management & Storage
23 October 2024
We’ve talked a lot about how labels can help your business succeed. Shipping labels that are weather-resistant, product labels that show off your brand, and physical media marketing are all made possible because of your label printer. However, there’s one use of labels we’ve only skimmed over in the past; labels are essential for helping […] Read More...
How to Choose the Best Thermal Printer
7 October 2024
Thermal printers are arguably one of the most important machines in your office. If you need to produce any type of labels for your products, including shipping, your printer is essential to keep you up and running. Because of this, you need the right thermal printer for the job. If it’s not pulling its weight, […] Read More...
Choosing the Right Labels for your Business
11 September 2024
No matter what type of business you run, or what sector you operate in, at some point you’ll use labels. Knowing which labels are best for you, and the right label printing machines to invest in, is crucial when you have a tight budget. Today we’re going to explain why labels are so important, how […] Read More...
Mandatory Food Labels Being Introduced In More Countries
29 August 2018
The European Food Information Council has released its annual report on the state of the food industry and its use of food labelling. The Global Update on Nutrition Labelling report states that an increasing number of countries are adopting mandatory food label laws, but that more can still be done to improve the situation. The […] Read More...
Manufacturers Advised To Avoid Free-From Labels
29 August 2018
Food manufacturers have been advised to avoid “free from” labels, except in cases where the food has been produced for groups of allergic people. The report also highlighted gluten free foods as an exception to the rule. Research has shown a rise in the popularity of these food types, driven, according to a study by […] Read More...
Fresh Calls From Animal Welfare Group For Greater Food Label Clarity
9 August 2018
There have been fresh calls for stricter food labelling laws, especially for those products that include meat and that feature misleading images of happy animals kept in perfect conditions. The group, Compassion in World Farming, has highlighted Dairylea and Bernard Matthews as being two of the biggest manufacturers that are guilty of the practice. They […] Read More...
EC Calls For Stronger Food Labelling Sanctions
9 August 2018
The European Commission’s health and food safety commissioner, Vytenis Andriukaitis, has called on EU member states to take stronger action against food manufacturers and food companies that do not fully adhere to food label laws. Specifically, the commissioner pointed to the EU directive stating that all food labels should be clearly labelled and also reiterated […] Read More...
Barcodes To Be Used To Improve NHS Waiting Times
9 August 2018
Health Secretary, Matt Hancock, has made his first announcement since being named in the position and has vowed to spend £500m to improve the beleaguered NHS. He also highlighted the Scan4Safety programme, which encourages hospitals and other healthcare providers to implement simple barcodes on patients; samples; drugs; and other items, as one of the ways […] Read More...
Fresh Calls For Traffic Light Food Label System
31 July 2018
Consumer group, Which?, has renewed calls for a traffic light system to be introduced on food labelling, in order to clear up confusion that arises from a lack of consistency from food manufacturers. Which? has urged the government to use Brexit to break away from current EU rules, under which traffic light and other systems […] Read More...
Food Labels To Be Included On Out-Of-Home Products?
25 May 2018
Health campaigners have renewed calls for mandatory food labelling to be included on out-of-home food products, including those bought from takeaways as well as hot food from bakers. Action on Sugar and Action on Salt have called on the government to implement the changes following news that the food industry has failed to meet sugar […] Read More...
