DuraLabel Label Printer & DuraLabel Supplies

Problem: You are in need of a new label printer, but you are having a hard time justifying the decision to go ahead and purchase it. What do you do?

Solution: Look at the numbers. Think beyond your current budget and consider the positive, short and long term consequences of purchasing that new DuraLabel printer.

In an article published in the October 2008 issue of In-Plant Graphics, Sid Chadwick presents a number of issues for facility managers to consider when justifying new equipment. Here are a few that stood out to me:

1. Equipment Downtime. When a machine is not functioning reliably or frequently stops working, your organization's performance numbers, reputation, and morale declines. Revenue and productivity decreases. An unreliable label printer impacts many other departments! Get an accurate estimate on how that old, malfunctioning, or broken label printer is negatively affecting your organization.

2. Equipment Repairs and Maintenance. We all know repair and maintenance costs are expensive and how draining they are on your organization’s performance and performance expectations. The effect goes beyond the repair bill. A loss in wages that were unproductive (your employees are getting paid for jobs that remain stalled or undone) and unbilled revenues hurts, too. And once again, a broken printer sitting for days or weeks in a repair shop affects many other departments besides the department whose equipment requires repairs.

3. Equipment Productivity. Even though your current label printer may already be paid for, that is not how you should think (it might be to your advantage if your competitors are thinking that way, though!). You want to have the most productive system you can afford. If a new DuraLabel 7000, for example, can produce two or three times as much as what you have, then more work can be done. New projects can be undertaken. And if the new label printer is not only reliable but comes with lifetime customer support like all new DuraLabel printers do, then you can be as productive as you desire!

4. Improved Employee Morale and Reduced Employee Attrition. New technology tends to improve morale, as new skills are required to be learned and demonstrated. Although learning to use a DuraLabel printer is simple, what is exciting is learning about all the things DuraLabel printers can do. Because of the huge range of supplies available, a DuraLabel can handle a wider variety of labeling and sign making jobs than any other printer. Solving labeling and sign problems that previously were difficult to deal with is exciting and interesting. Your employees will have a much more positive experience, making them more likely to enjoy what they do and desire to remain with your organization. For each skilled employee not lost, your organization probably saves at least the yearly wages of that employee. After all, it costs to replace an experienced, valued employee. So keep them productive and happy!

Considering issues such as these when justifying new equipment can result in positive consequences for your organization. Look at the numbers, and gain an approximate and representative picture of how your facility's performance can change for the better by investing in new equipment such as a DuraLabel printer.

Labels: DuraLabel 7000, DuraLabel Labeler, DuraLabel Printer

I recently purchased a new car battery. I thought I was getting a good deal until I got home and looked at my receipt. The store clerk had deducted $10 for my turning in my old battery, then he added it back on again. What had felt like a good deal suddenly became a rip-off that made me angry. Maybe it was on honest mistake and he hit the wrong key, but it still did not feel good.

A purchase that seemed like a wise decision, and turn out bad. And what initially may seem like a bad purchase, might later appear to be a wise decision. What can you do to make labeling machine purchases that are the right decisions today, and tomorrow?

It comes down to several key points: quality, value and customer service.

At times low cost, low quality may seem to be the right decision. I do a lot of wood cutting and I've purchases several inexpensive chain saws. The result was that I was purchasing a new chain saw every two years. The first one was great, it lasted five years. Based on that I kept buying another cheap chain saw each time one broke. What a poor decision. I could have spent half the money and had a better machine, that lasted.

It's the same with label printers. The major cost in labeling a facility is the cost of installing the labels. If your labels don't last, you'll be spending money to redo work sooner than it should need to be redone... in other words you'll be buying another chain saw. That's why quality is important.

Value is also important. Why pay more than you need to pay? But value is more than just the dollar cost of an item. You need to know what you are getting for your dollar, what comes with a printer? How easy is the printer to set up and use? How quickly supplies can be changed? A printer that costs more, in many cases delivers a greater value.

It is also important to remember that no matter how good the product is, something can go wrong. That's why customer service is important. Can you call and get answers right away? What happens if your machine needs repair?

This is a DuraLabel blog, so obviously I'm talking about DuraLabel PRO industrial label printers. You'd might guess that I'm going to say that the top-of-the-line DuraLabel PRO 300 is more expensive, but worth it. But that's not the case. If you purchase a DuraLabel PRO 300 as a part of a supplies package, you can save enough money to essentially get your DuraLabel PRO 300 free. There is no better price than free!

So when you are evaluating quality, value and customer service, take a look at the DuraLabel PRO 300. It's the best you can get, delivering outstanding quality and value, and backed by Graphic Products' nearly 40 year record of unbeatable customer service. Give us a call today at 1-800-788-5572. You'll be glad you did.

Labels: DuraLabel Labeler, DuraLabel PRO 300

The DuraLabel printer has a number of accessories available that can make your job easier.

One of the most popular is the DuraLabel battery. It provides power for the DuraLabel anyplace you need to take your DuraLabel. One battery charge can print hundreds of labels. Many facilities are setting up mobile carts with a DuraLabel printer, battery, laptop computer, and selection of DuraLabel supplies. The cart can then be pushed anyplace labels or signs are needed. It is an excellent way to create a visual workplace and support lean manufacturing efforts such as 5S, Kanban, TPM and Kaizen.

One of the most important DuraLabel accessories only costs $20. A dust cover protects you investment in your DuraLabel by keeping dust, dirt and debris away from the printer. This is particularly important if your DuraLabel is stored in a shop, maintenance area, or other location where dust and airborne particles are common. This material can get into the print head or gears and result in poor quality printing, alignment problems, streaks, or other issues. While the solution is simple, get the machine cleaned. The better option is to prevent the problems in the first place. A $20 dust cover accomplishes that goal.

If you need to travel with your DuraLabel, then the hard carrying case is what you need. Designed to fit under an airline seat, this case is designed to hold and protect the DuraLabel printer, accessories, cables, and supplies. It's rugged design is guaranteed for life.

Visit the DuraLabel web site for more information about DuraLabel accessories.

Labels: DuraLabel Accessories, DuraLabel Labeler

We are continually looking for ways to make the DuraLabel Pro better, and we'd like to hear from you. Are there some situations in which labeling has been difficult? Are there types of labeling materials you wish you had, such as color coded self-laminating wire wraps? (We're testing those right now.) Do you need to stick labels on a material that just does not allow the labels to stay stuck? Let us know about it. We can't promise to solve every labeling problem, but we're working on it.

We want to hear from you. Visit our DuraLabel web site, and scroll down to the bottom of the page. You'll find a form you can quickly use to send us a suggestion by email. Or give us a call and talk with your customer service representative.

We are looking for ways to make the DuraLabel more useful and even more versatile. We are have a staff of full-time technicians who are working to develop and test new labeling materials. But we'd also like to hear from you. Let us know what you need. Tell us about your labeling problems. Pass on your dreams for the perfect label printer. We here and we are listening.

Labels: DuraLabel Labeler, DuraLabel PRO

If you were to look up a particular product, service or need online, countless websites will come up. All these websites will claim that their product or service will fulfill your needs and is exactly what you want. But how do you know that these websites can back up their claims? You don't. But this isn't something you have to worry about when it comes to DuraLabel products.

If you arrive at the Graphic Products, DuraLabel, and DuraLabel PRO websites, you can be rest assured that these websites aren't just spouting claims they can't back up. They understand that DuraLabel printer capabilities and DuraLabel supply quality can't be fully realized in the form of text and online images. That's why they offer free label samples. (Free is a very good price.) With a free sample in front of you, you not only see the quality, but you can even feel the difference. You can even smell and taste it if you're so inclined (but we don't encourage that).

Don't let websites tell you how great their products are. Examine them for yourself. DuraLabel printers and supplies can stand up to anything, even the careful scrutiny of a label experts (like us).

Labels: DuraLabel Labeler, DuraLabel Supplies, Labeling - Special Offers

There are countless reasons why DuraLabel printers and DuraLabel supplies are considered today's industry standard when it comes to safety warnings and communication. One reason voiced by numerable DuraLabel users is the fact that this printer will produce signs and labels exactly the way they want them.

It's been said in a previous DuraLabel post: DuraLabel allows users to use programs they are familiar with. There's no need to learn any new programs. With an already thorough understanding, creating labels that are special and unique to your facility is an easily accomplished task.

In addition to creating the perfect design for a label, DuraLabel supplies provides the perfect medium in which to communicate your message. If you want glow-in-the-dark stickers, you can get phosphorescent vinyl. If you want temporary labels, you can get repositionable labels. If you want... well, you get the idea: What you want, is what you get with DuraLabel printer and supplies. If what you want doesn't exist, you can even suggest to the DuraLabel makers exactly what you require.

Labels: DuraLabel 4 Supplies, DuraLabel Labeler, DuraLabel Supplies

DuraLabel printers and supplies are known for their superb and unrivaled finish. The quality of each creation is unmatched. This is only possible because of the amount of research and product development that was invested in the development of the printer and sign printer. The machine is fitted with a high-resolution print head, quick output speed, and several automatic features. It has everything that’s necessary for creating unmatched print jobs.

Almost everything. Often overlooked, the supply in which the DuraLabel prints on is equally as (or perhaps even more) important. The finished products that come out of the DuraLabel printer are labels and signs that will remain legible and clear for years. Engineered for durability and readability, DuraLabel supplies come in a variety of colors, sizes, and materials. They have a variety of specialized use (such as reflective, repositionable, etc) and can deal with extreme temperatures. Each type of tape is manufactured to resist chemicals, abrasion, and outdoor elements.

DuraLabel printers and supplies are excellent for any labeling need.

Labels: DuraLabel 4 Accessories, DuraLabel 4 Supplies, DuraLabel Labeler, DuraLabel Supplies

The problem of using something you've never used before is, of course, needing to learn how to use it. This can be an arduous undertaking especially when the device is unfamiliar and not commonly used, such as a label maker/printer. Although desktop printers are commonplace and have been around since before the fall of typewriters, label printers are not as ubiquitous.

However, the list of difficult-to-master printers out there does not include the DuraLabel 4TTP. The DuraLabel 4TTP is user-friendly. Everything about it is easy. It is simple to load the supply into the label and sign maker and can be done relatively quickly. Driver installation is a cinch because of the installation CD that comes with the printer. Designing also isn't a problem since the CD also comes with templates and commonly used labels as examples. You can also easily create your own labels by utilizing your favorite word processor, such as Microsoft Word.

By examining common and well-known procedures, the makers of the DuraLabel 4TTP were able to create a new uncommon electronic device but apply familiar methods of operation. The result: An exciting label and sign printer that maximizes usability.

Labels: DuraLabel Labeler, DuraLabel Software

Another good blog that reports DuraLabel news is the Discovering The DuraLabel blog. It recently has been focusing on the various applications the DuraLabel can handle, although there have also been quite a few DuraLabel supply posts. The content is a little different from this blog so you may find some useful information there.

Use this link to check out the Discovering the DuraLabel Blog

Labels: DuraLabel Labeler

The DuraLabel 4TTP not only produces quality labels economically, it is a versatile label printer. Here are some examples of how the DuraLabel is being used.

As shown here, a helicopter manufacturer uses the DuraLabel to identify helicopters as they are being assembled. They use the same number on the parts and documentation storage shelves, making it easy to match the work in progress with the proper documentation and parts.

The DuraLabel 4TTP produces quality, clear labels that are easy to read. The durable 300 dpi thermal transfer printing does not easily wear or rub off, making DuraLabel labels excellent for identifying parts, components and documentation that is regularly handled. The ability to print on four inch tapes can be used to make large labels that are easy to read from a distance.

At another facility the DuraLabel 4TTP has been used in a variety of ways, including making the gate sign shown to the right. In this case, labels have been tiled together to make a larger sign.

With a DuraLabel 4TTP you can make the labels and signs you need. DuraLabel vinyl tapes are suitable for use both indoors and outdoors. They come with a permanent adhesive backing, so you can be sure that once they are stuck, they will stay stuck for many years. The thermal transfer printing is resistant to sunlight and rain, so signs such as the one shown here will provide many years of service.

Visit the DuraLabel web site for more information about the DuraLabel 4TTP label and sign printer.

Labels: DuraLabel Labeler, Labeling Machine