Labels & RFID
Heat-Seal Barcode Labels
Permanent barcode labels that bond to fabric with heat and pressure. Printed with sequential numbers or your own data, they stay readable through repeated washing, drying and dry cleaning, for anyone who needs to identify textiles.
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Overview
A heat-seal label is a printed label with a heat-activated adhesive on the back. Pressed onto fabric with a heat seal machine, the adhesive melts into the fibres and forms a permanent bond: no sewing and no loose paper tags. Each label carries a barcode and a human-readable number that identifies the item every time it is scanned.
We supply labels pre-printed with sequential numbers, with your own prefixes and number ranges, or as blank rolls you print on site with a resin ribbon. Labels come on a silicone release liner, in single or multi-across rolls sized for your printer or applicator.
Because we also build heat seal machines and supply resin ribbons, you can source the complete labeling setup from one manufacturer, with press settings matched to your labels and fabrics.
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How heat-seal labeling works
- PeelTake the label off its release liner.
- PlacePosition it on a clean, dry care label, seam or hem.
- PressApply heat and pressure, typically around 190 °C (375 °F) for a few seconds.
- ScanThe bond is permanent. Scan the barcode at every stage, wash after wash.
Used in
- Dry cleaning and garment care
- Commercial and industrial laundry
- Uniform and workwear rental
- Hospital, hotel and spa linen
- Apparel and textile manufacturing
- Schools, camps and institutions
You can specify
- Label size and shape
- Barcode type, number length and prefix
- Colour coding by store, route or customer
- Roll length, core and labels across
- Private-label packaging for distributors
Specifications
| Construction | Printed face, heat-activated adhesive, silicone-coated release liner |
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| Face material | Nylon or polyester film, matched to your process |
| Standard size | 0.6875 × 0.25 in (17.46 × 6.35 mm); custom sizes to order |
| Barcode + human-readable number; logos and text on request | |
| Barcode types | Code 128, Code 39, Interleaved 2 of 5; QR and Data Matrix on request |
| Numbering | Sequential, customer ranges and prefixes, or blank |
| Application | Heat seal machine, typically ~190 °C (375 °F) for a few seconds |
| Durability | Made for repeated industrial washing, drying and dry cleaning |
| Supply format | Rolls, single or multi-across, cores to suit your printer |
| Colours | White standard; coloured labels for colour-coding |
Custom sizes and specifications on request. Final specs are confirmed in your quote.
Ordering & shipping
| Minimum order | Depends on the product and how much is customised; confirmed in your quote |
|---|---|
| Samples | Available for most products before you order volume |
| Lead time | Confirmed with your quote; repeat orders run on the same approved spec |
| Packing | Export cartons, palletised on request; private-label packaging available |
| Shipping | Sea or air freight to the US, Europe and worldwide |
Questions
How long do heat-seal labels last?
They are designed to stay on and stay readable for the working life of the garment or textile, through repeated washing, drying and dry cleaning. Tell us your process and we'll confirm the right label.
What temperature are they applied at?
Typically around 190 °C (375 °F) for a few seconds with firm pressure. The ideal setting depends on the fabric and label, so we supply settings with every order.
Can you match the barcode format my system uses?
Yes. Send a photo of an existing label or your system's requirements (symbology, number length, prefix) and we print to match.
Can I print the labels myself?
Yes. Order blank label rolls with a resin ribbon for your thermal-transfer printer.
Do I need a special machine?
You need a heat seal machine with controlled temperature, time and pressure. We build those too, set up for our labels.
Are heat-seal labels only for laundries?
No. They are used wherever textiles need permanent identification: uniforms, healthcare and hospitality linen, apparel inventory, rental items and institutions.
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