Diversified Labeling Solutions

QR codes, or quick respond codes were invented in 1994 by Masahiro Hara from the Japanese company Denso Wave. They were designed to allow for high-speed scanning and were originally used to track vehicles during manufacturing. QR codes are an example of a 2d or matrix code. Unlike traditional barcodes that only present information linearly, QR codes have the ability to hold information both horizontally and vertically. This allows the code to contain significantly more information. Common uses include displaying text, opening a webpage, adding a vCard, opening a Uniform Resource Identifier or connecting to a wireless network. There are a large number of tools to create QR codes, as well as to read them. While in the past, smart phones would require a special app to read QR codes, most modern smart phones will now read a QR code simply by viewing it through the phone’s camera. QR codes are often used in marketing, making it easy to direct customers to additional information. Other markets that utilize the versatile codes include manufacturing, consumer products and electronics, healthcare, retail and warehouse and distribution. Contact DLS to learn how you can help your customers add QR codes to their labels. And don’t forget to check out next week’s #LabelFactFriday.

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Happy Halloween from all of us at DLS!

Healthcare labels are critical for patient safety, aiding in accurate communication and efficient workflows. Labels are commonly used in this field for patient ID, charts, medications, laboratories, blood bags, and infection control. These labels must meet stringent requirements for durability, clear graphics, easy dispensing, and chemical resistance. DLS offers customized healthcare label solutions that meet regulatory and environmental standards, ensuring reliability in healthcare settings. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dagc-by

Whenever labels will be exposed to cold temperatures, it is important to make sure your customers are using the right type of label. Learn how you can help ensure your customer’s labels will perform in low temperatures. https://lnkd.in/dtfqgk4

Ever wonder how labels get their shape? Whether a label is a simple circle, a rectangle with rounded corners or a complex logo cutout, the shape is cut during printing or conversion using a process called die cutting. Die cutting can either be accomplished using a pre-made die and a press, or digitally using a laser. A die is a special metal cutter that has been created to match the desired shape of the label. Think of a die as a very shallow cookie cutter. The die physically cuts into the label as it is passed through the die cutter, creating the correct size and shape. Depending on the design of the label, the die can cut all the way through to create individual labels, or it can just “kiss” the label, leaving the liner behind. These dies can be made up of a flat sheet of metal that is pressed onto the labels using a flatbed press, or the die can be made of a thin, flexible sheet of metal that is mounted onto a cylinder that rolls over the labels. Laser die cutting is newer technology that utilizes a high-speed laser to follow the die lines to shape the label. Laser die cutting allows you to create complicated label shapes, without the additional time and potential expense of creating a physical die. There are advantages and disadvantages to using either a physical die or laser die cutting. There are also other considerations that should be looked at when creating a shaped label such as whether the shape will make it difficult to apply the label. Contact DLS anytime and we will help you determine the shape and die cut method that works best for your customer’s labels. And don’t forget to come back next week for #LabelFactFriday.

We are all set up for the Atlanta DLS Tour. Excited to see all our local distributors and partners today!

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The Dallas stop of the DLS Tour Open House yesterday was a success! Thank you to our partners and distributors who made it. We had a great time connecting and showing you all around the facility. Atlanta Distributors– We are excited to see you on the 24th!

We are all set for the Dallas DLS Tour Open House! Distributors–we're excited to see you today!