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Custom Labels

Create custom labels for the workplace that meet ISO, ANSI, and OSHA standards

Custom labels satisfy nearly any business safety, security, and inventory requirements. Keep workers and equipment safe and secure by customizing and labeling essential items and areas with instructions, warnings, and notices, many that satisfy ISO, ANSI, and OSHA requirements. Our long-lasting custom labels come in a variety of materials, including polyester, vinyl, and paper, and a variety of adhesive types, including removable, permanent, and Super-Stik, ideal for resistant surfaces.

Available materials include polyester, vinyl and paper. There are also several adhesive options including: removable, permanent and Super-Stik, which is ideal for harder to label surfaces.

Emedco Label Material Comparison Guide

Label Material Comparison Guide

 

 

 

When choosing a label material, it's important to consider the type of surface the labels will be applied to, environmental factors, and any long-term durability requirements. Emedco offers both polyester and vinyl labels to fit your applications.* Use the guide below when deciding which material is right for your labels.

 

For a printable version of this Label Material Comparison Guide click here


Emedco Labels

Polyester

  • Adheres best to flat surfaces.
  • Common applications include: machinery, shelving, racks, windows, doors, and other smooth surfaces.
  • Ideal for indoor/outdoor applications and some resistance to chemical compounds.
  • Features high-strength tear resistance, dimensional stability, and service temperature resistance.
  • Stocked items can ship out same-day. Custom ships next business day.

Vinyl

  • Adheres best to curved surfaces.
  • Common applications include: hard hats, poles, tubes, wires, and cables.
  • Can be used for indoor/outdoor applications with limited suitability for chemical resistance.
  • Stocked items can ship out same-day. Custom orders may take 7-10 days.


*Material data sheet available upon request

 

CHARACTERISTICS POLYESTER VINYL
Thickness 2 mil 3.4 mil
Tensile Strength 40 MD 60 CD 13 MD 12 CD
Service Temperature Ranges -40° F to +302° F (-40° C to +150° C) -40° F to +200° F (-40° C to 93° C)
Minimum Application Range +50° F (10° C) +50° F (10° C)
Material Elasticity Rigid Flexible
Tear Resistance Better Good
Chemical Resistance Better Good

 

When you need Extreme protection for extreme environments (harsh chemicals, weather) add DUROSHIELD overlaminate protection


Learn more about our material options by contacting our safety experts at 800-442-3633 to find the right labels for your specific applications


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