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Equipment labeling is a simple and cost-effective solution whether you're working to improve safety, sustain organization, boost efficiency, or all three! Labels can be put on virtually any size of machine and depending on the adhesive backing, can be applied to a whole range of industrial surfaces.
There is a wide variety of applications for equipment labels:
- Asset Tracking: Using asset tags is an excellent way to keep track of tools or expensive equipment. Utilizing RFID labels, QR codes, or classic barcodes allows you to identify assets and manage inventory easier while reducing the likelihood of theft.
- Arc Flash: Labeling is required on any equipment with the potential of an arc flash including panel boards, industrial control panels, transformers, circuit breakers, etc.
- Safety: Reinforce safety messages or alert workers to equipment hazards with a label. Equipment labels can be formatted like OSHA header signs or ANSI signs and many even feature compliant pictograms.
- Organization: Labels and organization go together like peanut butter and jelly. When organizing workspaces, create homes for tools and equipment by labeling drawers, shelves, bins, etc.
At Creative Safety Supply, we have a massive selection of labels to choose from and if you don't find the right one, we are happy to print you a custom label to match the specific needs of your business. For bigger projects or large facilities, we offer the LabelTac series of industrial printers allowing you to design and print as many labels as you need.
In addition to labels and label printers, we also offer a large library of comprehensive research, expert tips, and how-to guides for labeling. Do you know how direct transfer thermal printing works? Or the format of an arc flash label? We answer these questions and much more below.\
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Equipment Labeling Articles
Keeping Operators Safe with Machine Guarding
Machine guards are essential for facilities where employees work in close proximity to hazardous moving parts. Properly safeguarding machines prevents severe injury and death. …
MIL-STD-129: Military Marking for Shipment and Storage
MIL-STD-129 is the U.S. Department of Defense’s labeling standard for the shipment and storage of military equipment. Contractors must use military shipping labels and adhere to other DOD requirements. …
Military Equipment [Condition Tags & Labeling]
Military equipment includes weapons, aircraft, vehicles, and personal gear that was intended for use by the Armed Forces. A wide variety of materials falls under this classification, and proper labeling of their condition is essential. …
NFPA 70E [Workplace Electrical Safety]
NFPA 70E was created to help prevent injuries to workers in energized environments. If you’re working with live energy, you need to know this safety standard to stay OSHA compliant. …
Arc Flash Labeling (Updated)
Arc Flashes are one of the most dangerous accidents that can happen in a facility. Learn how to keep your facility safe and incident-free through proper labeling. …
Solar System Labeling
In 2017, The National Electrical Code (NEC) made some significant changes to solar system labeling standards. Getting familiar with these updates will help your facility stay safe and efficient. …
Metal-Detectable Labels for FDA Food Labeling Compliance
Accidental contamination is a major worry in the food industry, and while it’s impossible to completely rule out all contamination, metal detectable labels help eliminate a significant danger. …
Creating a Visual Workplace
Creating a visual workplace can help improve efficiency and reduce workplace injuries. Check out these tips for creating a visual workplace. …
Continuous Improvement (A Kaizen Model)
Facilities that focus on continuous improvement become more competitive over time and can maintain their advantages in their industry, but only if the improvement efforts are done correctly. …
5 Lean Manufacturing Tools that Work
These five lean manufacturing tools are essential for making your lean journey a success. …
Labeling Electrical Conduits
Learn how to label electrical conduits so employees can quickly identify them. …
Arc Flash and Electrical Safety
Learn how arc flash works and how it relates to your larger electrical safety program. …
Lean Supplies
Learn what supplies and tools you can use to make Lean manufacturing efforts successful. …
10 Essential Steps for Electrical Safety
Follow these 10 steps to protect people and property from electrical hazards. …
Arc Flash Software helps improve Arc Flash Safety
A review of common software programs that will help you reduce arc flash hazards. …
Arc Flash [Facts, Safety Requirements & PPE]
Arc flash can cause serious damage to people and property. Learn how arc flash works and how you can prevent it. …