Market demands for durable labels.
Tough labels for tough environments.
Sometimes tougher jobs require tougher labels to withstand even the harshest conditions. Our durable labels are made with a variety of materials designed to withstand the elements.
Our durable labels can be customized to be waterproof, heatproof, UV fade resistant, oil resistant, and abrasion resistant. So, whatever environment the label is exposed to, your customer’s durable label stays put. Diversified’s technical team helps make the best selection of adhesive to work with the material to which it is being applied.
When your customers need labels with the highest durability, you want to work with a label converter with the expertise to ensure that the labels will perform. DLS has the label manufacturing and print capabilities you’re looking for.
Not sure what kind of customers are in the market for durable labels? Here are some ideas for industries with high demands for durable labels:
Does your client have to create durable labels to meet certain certifications? Some specialized durable labels must comply with outside standards in terms of their materials, information and construction. Some of these regulated labels include GHS and UL/ cUL/ CSA.
DLS prints Global Harmonized System (GHS) labels, as well as BS5609 Part 2 & 3 certified labels. The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS), developed by the UN in 1992, standardizes how hazardous substances are labeled to ensure workers worldwide can easily identify chemical hazards. While not a global law, GHS provides recommendations that many countries, including the U.S. (via OSHA in 2012), have incorporated into their chemical safety regulations. GHS labels must meet specific requirements for both quality and durability.
For hazardous materials shipped overseas, labels must also comply with International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) regulations, which often require BS5609 certification. BS5609-compliant labels undergo rigorous testing to ensure they remain intact and legible after prolonged exposure to marine environments, including saltwater submersion, salt spray, temperature fluctuations, and UV exposure. BS5609 testing is divided into two parts: Section 2 evaluates the durability of the label materials, while Section 3 tests the printed label’s durability.
DLS is officially authorized to run UL, cUL and CSA labels. UL labels are found on a wide variety of consumer and industrial products, indicating that Underwriters Laboratories has certified the item for safety. But it's not just the product that must meet standards—the labels themselves are held to strict requirements.
UL labels must follow precise specifications for materials, durability, layout, and content. Every design must be reviewed for compliance, and only suppliers listed in the UL database are authorized to print labels with the UL Mark.
Similar to UL and cUL, CSA labels undergo testing and certification for applicable safety standards. CSA labels typically are accepted in more places globally than UL, which is predominantly sold in North America.
Build your UL and CSA business and increase your profits with rich 4-color process printing in ANY shape label up to 8" wide in virtually any length. Whatever regulations your customer needs to follow, DLS can give recommendations to keep their durable labels compliant.
For tough chemicals like xylene or hematoxylin, DLS can provide a highly chemical-resistant solution to help protect your customers’ labels. With a combination of topcoated gloss film and high performance adhesive, we can help your customers in a lab or healthcare setting ensure their labels are durable and long lasting.
If you are unsure of what materials and adhesives your customer’s need, DLS has a team of label experts to guide you through the process creating the right label.
But material selection isn’t all that goes into making a durable label. There are also design considerations. Our DLSdesign team is ready to help you sell a label that balances your customer’s practical needs with their marketing efforts.