Plastic Container Labeling Solutions for Harsh Environments
How to label plastic crates?
There are many labeling options. The choice depends on a number of factors: the material and application temperature, how long the label should last, the operating conditions, etc. Only through trial and error can you find the optimal solution for your needs. Self-adhesive labels are the cheapest and most accessible option. However, they don't last long, are easily damaged, and can peel off. Information on a worn or damaged label is no longer considered valid.
There is a more reliable and durable way to label boxes - in-mold labels. However, such labeling must be planned and considered during the box production stage. In-mold labels for crates can be barcoded, barcoded, RFID-enabled, or decorative (branded).
In-mold labels with barcodes provide permanent identification of plastic pallets, containers, and crates. The labels are fused into the wall under pressure. The bond between the label and the crate is permanent, providing a smooth, edge-free surface, thereby eliminating the possibility of contamination under the label. This makes in-mold labels an ideal choice for the food and pharmaceutical industries.
In-mold label manufacturer Inotec has received certification (FDA). This certification allows these labels to be used for labeling food containers and crates that come into direct contact with food. In-mold labeling technology is quite complex. The in-mold label has extremely strong adhesion and a special protective varnish, making it resistant to wear, UV radiation, cleaning agents, weak acids, and other chemicals. As a result, it is highly heat-resistant and completely waterproof, which is especially important for returnable plastic crates, which require quick and accurate identification even after multiple washing cycles.
Inotec's unique and patented manufacturing process allows RFID chips to be molded into plastic products. Dirt and moisture cannot penetrate the In-Mould RFID labels. This is ideal for compliance with sanitary and epidemiological requirements in the food industry.
Decorative in-mold labels provide a full-color solution for marking plastic products. Six-color, high-resolution printing ensures high-quality prints, and when combined with special protective varnishes, the labels are resistant to wear, UV radiation, and other external influences.
