DuraLabel Label Printer & DuraLabel Supplies

Why would you want a guide to 5S? What is 5S?

5S is a system developed by Toyota as a part of their lean manufacturing system. What's great about 5S is that it is fairly simple in application, and it is easy and not very costly to implement. On the other hand the benefits can be significant.

5S is a system of cleaning up, getting organized and maintaining what has been accomplished. Sounds simple. Isn't this what we all do every day? The floors are swept at the end of every shift and we're cleaned up. What's special about 5S?

5S isn't just about cleaning up, it's a little more than that. It is a systematic approach to cleaning, sorting, organizing and maintaining everything in an organized condition. It is called 5S because there are five steps and "sweeping" (cleaning) is just the first step. But that first step is more than just sweeping. For example, in the 5S system machines should be kept clean. That means completely clean. The objective is to make it easy to spot maintenance issues, such as an oil leak, very early.

The best way to learn about 5S is to get our Introduction to 5S guide. It provides an overview of the 5S system, how it is implemented, and what the benefits are. The guide is free, and there is no obligation to purchase anything. You can order your free copy online here: Introduction to 5S

Labels: Labeling - Special Offers, visual communication

Pipe marking is a pretty big deal in industrial facilities. Not only will the company get slapped with a hefty fine for not having any, but emergency situations can quickly get from bad to extremely, horribly bad. Valuable time can be wasted when emergency crews are trying to determine which way the flow is going and what feeds where and/or into what. An easy remedy to a lack of labels is the DuraLabel PRO OSHA and Pipe Marking package.

This DuraLabel package is a great deal because it provides everything you need to label an extensive pipe system at an affordable price. The package provides supplies of various sizes. This is great since not all pipes are the same diameter. This way, you won't be wasting material (read: "money") by putting 4" wide labels on small pipes. This package also comes complete with an assortment of different colored tapes. Color coding pipes isn't only a great way of keeping things organized, it also meets OSHA labeling regulations. Nothing is better than looking good while meeting regulations.

Labels: DuraLabel Supplies, Labeling - Special Offers, Pipe Marking

If you are observant of your surroundings, you would probably take notice that the vast majority of pipes in a facility or building are labeled. These labels aren't failed attempts to cover up unsightly piping, nor were they meant to liven up the area with a little color or decoration. These labels are necessary. They are necessary because of the rules and regulations set forth by the ANSI/ASME A13.1 - 2007 standard.

Pipe labeling plays an important role in creating a safe work place. Proper labeling can prevent injuries and damage by safeguarding against mistakes such as turning valves on or disconnecting pipes at the wrong time or place. DuraLabel offers a Pipe Marking Labeling package that will provide you with the necessary equipment and supplies. The package includes a DuraLabel printer and supplies that come in various sizes and colors.

Labels: DuraLabel Supplies, Labeling - Special Offers, Pipe Marking

Last week we described a real life arc flash incident. However, it isn't possible to fully describe the danger and potential disaster of an arc flash as well as the possible solutions in a single blog entry. That's why we'll do it in two. In this week's entry, we'll discuss potential methods of keeping safe.

Other than reverting back to a hunting and gathering culture, there will always be chance for electrical accidents. The best method then, is prevention. DuraLabel products are perfect for arc flash labeling. Arc flash labeling will provide an excellent warning to people in a hazard area and provide them with useful information about the equipment they are near. With proper training, they'll be able to decide the best method or approach as to how to conduct repairs or maintenance.

DuraLabel even has an arc flash labeling package. The package includes a DuraLabel PRO printer and software, various vibrant tape designs, and a durable thermal transfer ribbon. An absolutely free copy of the NFPA 70E code will also be provided at your request and will complete the labeling package by telling you exactly what you need to know.

Labels: Arc Flash Labels, DuraLabel Supplies, Labeling - Special Offers

The idea of a good bargain is universal. It doesn't matter how you were brought up, what culture you're born into, where you live, or who you work for. DuraLabel products, for example, are wonderfully priced. Not only are DuraLabel supplies and special packages are inexpensive, but their quality is unmatched.

You may not know it, but each time you purchase DuraLabel supplies, you're striking a fantastic bargain. This is made possible with direct from manufacturer purchasing. There's no unnecessary go between so money and products don't have to change hands more more than they have to.

In addition to buying directly from the manufacturer, DuraLabel offers many starter kits and/or labeling packages such as:

OSHA Package,

5S Solutions Package,

Hospital Labeling Package,

DuraLabel Kaizen Package,

NFPA 70E Arc Flash Starter Kit, and

RTK Labeling (NFPA Diamond)Package.

Of course these are just some general packages. Depending on your need, a special package can be designed just for your facility and your labeling purposes.

Labels: DuraLabel Supplies, Labeling - Special Offers

Whenever people make their purchase, they consider several factors. Two of which include the quality of the product and the price of the product. Generally, these factors coincide with each other; as quality goes up, price usually goes up as well. Although this trend happens frequently, it doesn't necessarily mean high quality will equal high price. For example, DuraLabel supplies are of a high caliber without a hefty price tag that usually accompanies such products of impressive degree.

DuraLabel supplies such as the line of vinyl is made with the highest regard for customer satisfaction. They are industrial strength, professional grade, and come in a wide selection of colors to anticipate a customer's needs. They are treated to resist assorted chemicals, moisture, light, and wide range in temperature allowing labels up to seven years of service. This makes DuraLabel vinyl perfect for outside environments as well as manufacturing, production, and utility industries.

A steep price may be expected with specifications like these, but that isn't the case. DuraLabel develops and sells its own supplies, offering customers the chance to purchase directly from the manufacturer. This method allows customers to save up to 50% in labeling costs.

Labels: DuraLabel Supplies, Labeling - Special Offers

A new guide is available from the folks who make the DuraLabel printer and DuraLabel supplies... it is a quick reference guide to the 5S Standard Color Code.

This guide shows the color code that has become accepted for use in 5S. Although there is no official 5S color code, through common use a standard has developed. By using this standard employees, visitors, contractors and vendors will easily be able to understand the color coding in your facility.

Labels: Labeling - Special Offers

Readers of our blog have no doubt noticed a trend in our blog entries: We are avid supporters of all things DuraLabel. We have good reasons to be. DuraLabel printers are marvelous, DuraLabel supplies are phenomenal, and the DuraLabel staff will do whatever it takes to satisfy loyal customers.

However, it's understandable that you may still be uncertain about investing in DuraLabel products, even with all the good things we have to say about them. It's true that anybody can say something good about anything. Words are just words. DuraLabel understands. That's why we also offer a free trial to try out the DuraLabel. Now you can experience what we've been trying to tell you all this time. We are confident that you will absolutely enjoy using the DuraLabel printer. We are extremely confident that you will love the high quality but low prices of the DuraLabel supplies.

But again, these are just words. Try our absolutely free, no obligation week-long trial. We'll let your enjoyable experience do the talking.

Labels: DuraLabel 4 Supplies, DuraLabel PRO, DuraLabel Supplies, Labeling - Special Offers

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

Pipes need to be properly labeled both for safety and productivity reasons. The DuraLabel can make the necessary pipe marker labels for your piping system. From hospital pipe labeling to cold storage facilties to fossil fuel utility plants... the DuraLabel can make the appropriate pipe marker labels.

Do you need to know what the appropriate pipe marker is? Two free pipe marking guides are available from the makers of the DuraLabel printer. One guide shows the pipe labeling standards that apply to most facilities. These are the standards published by both ANSI and ASME. The other shows the pipe labeling standards from IIAR that are used for ammonia piping in refrigeration and cooling systems. The IIAR standards address the unique hazards that are associated with ammonia piping.

These guides are available free. There is no commitment or obligation to purchase anything.

Labels: Labeling - Special Offers, Pipe Marking

A special package from DuraLabel provides everything needed for a hospital to get started with quality facility labeling. It features the DuraLabel label printer and the supplies needed for medical gas labeling as well as general purpose labels. By purchasing the package you can save about $700, plus you be getting the normal 40% savings that result from using DuraLabel supplies.

Injuries and deaths have resulted from mix-ups of medical gases associated with CGMP violations. Proper labeling, and the ability to quickly and easily make the needed labels, are important.

Visit the DuraLabel web site for more information about the DuraLabel hospital labeling package.

Labels: Labeling - Special Offers

NEW from DuraLabel, a special package that includes everything you need to get started making RTK labels using the NFPA Diamond. The NFPA Diamond Starter Package includes the DuraLabel 4TTP thermal transfer printer; the DuraLabel RTK software and chemical database (includes over 1,700 chemicals); three sizes of die-cut NFPA Diamond RTK labels; orange vinyl tape for making biohazard labels; and white vinyl tape for general purpose labeling.

The DuraLabel will save you 40% on the cost of your supplies vs. comparable industrial quality labelers. With the new DuraLabel NFPA Diamond package you'll save EVEN MORE.

Labels: Labeling - Special Offers

Kaizen is a systematic approach to becoming more competitive by taking suggestions and continually making improvements. Continual improvement frequently involves improving communication through labels and signs. A DuraLabel Kaizen Package has been developed to support the communication requirements of continual improvement. This special package includes the DuraLabel 4TTP printer, DuraLabel accessories and software, and the most commonly used DuraLabel supplies.

Using the DuraLabel 4TTP label and sign printer will typically cut your labeling / sign supplies costs by 40%. When you purchase the DuraLabel Kaizen Package you'll save even more! Use the above link to learn more about the DuraLabel Kaizen Package.

Labels: Labeling - Special Offers

The DuraLabel 4TTP label and sign printer, and DuraLabel supplies are available on a GSA contract. To save you even more, the DuraLabel GSA Package includes a DuraLabel printer plus the most commonly used supplies--and the package price makes it just like getting the DuraLabel 4TTP free. Give Graphic Products a call today for more information about the DuraLabel 4TTP, DuraLabel supplies and the special GSA package. Call 1-800-788-5572 today.

The DuraLabel is an industrial quality, 300 dpi thermal transfer printer for making signs and labels. It prints on industrial grade indoor/outdoor vinyl, as well as die cut labels and a wide range of specialized materials. DuraLabel vinyl has an average outdoor life of seven years compared to the industry standard of five years. And because you'll be buying direct from the manufacturer, DuraLabel vinyl, as well as other supplies, will cost you about 40% less than supplies for comparable machines. You get better quality at a lower price.

Labels: Labeling - Special Offers

DuraLabel has teamed with Enna, a provider of 5S training, to create a complete 5S Solution Package.

The 5S Solution Package includes everything you need to implement or sustain a strong 5S program. A few of the items it includes are:

5S: Facilitator Guide - a comprehensive guide for training employees in 5S and how to implement 5s.

5S: Preparation Guide – Describes a systematic approach for holding successful 5S workshops.

5S: Facilitator Digital Media CD – Uses the latest Flash presentation technology to support your classes and workshops.

5S: Participant Workbook – Combines information, illustrations, key questions, and space for note taking. Includes a self assessment form to test understanding of principles communicated during the workshop.

5S: Red Tag Register – Forms used to identify items that ave been red tagging

The 5S training can then be put into action using the DuraLabel 5S package. It includes everything needed to support the labeling and signage requirements of your 5S program.

DuraLabel and Enna together help you create a successful 5S program.

Labels: Labeling - Special Offers, Labeling - Tech. Support

A new special package, featuring the DuraLabel printer, is available for making arc flash warning labels.

The package is called the NFPA 70E Arc Flash Labeling Starter Kit. It includes everything that's needed to make arc flash labels in any facility. This kit is based on the DuraLabel 4TTP printer. It also includes 600 each of both WARNING and DANGER die-cut labels, plus four inch vinyl tape in three colors (six rolls, two of each color).

Free NFPA 70E Code Book - When compared with purchasing each item individually, purchasing this package saves you a significant amount of money. In addition, you can get a copy of the NFPA 70E Code Book free! What you need to do to get your free copy of the NFPA 70E code book is, when you place you order, mention that you saw the Arc Flash Labeling Kit on the internet. You will only receive a free copy of the NFPA 70E code, if you ask for it.

Labels: Labeling - Special Offers

The DuraLabel 4TTP is a high quality, direct thermal label printer. It prints at a resolution of 300 dpi, which produces sharp, clear text, graphics and bar codes. This is all very nice to know, but actions always speak louder than words. What sounds good on paper, may not be so good in real life.

We recommend that you take a "real life" look at the quality labels produced by the DuraLabel 4TTP. Find out for yourself instead of just looking at the specifications. You can request a set of DuraLabel sample labels and they'll be sent ASAP--usually within one working day. If you have a specific labeling application, call 1-800-788-5572 and talk with one of the labeling specialists. They'll be glad to help you determine which label printers can meet your requirements, whether it is the DuraLabel or another brand.

Labels: Labeling - Special Offers