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The UK's primary manufacturer of high performance BS5609 marine approved labels, IML Labels & Systems Ltd, is teaming up with Safeware Quasar who are esteemed in the chemical industry for their expertise in the field of safety data sheet authoring and labelling software, in order to provide an enhanced service to businesses involved in the implementation of GHS/CLP. 

Quality products, excellent customer service and customer satisfaction form the ethos which drives both IML and Safeware Quasar making them perfect partners and a benefit to the chemical industry.

IML will be offering ChemSpec visitors special prices on OKI colour LED and industrial thermal transfer printer/software packages and for a limited period following the event.   

To discuss your specific needs and find out how your business could benefit from this unrivalled combition of software and labelling expertise talk to IML and Safeware Quasar's team on stand 3RH03 in the regulatory zone at ChemSpec Europe in Munich - 5th to 6th June.  Alternatively contact IML directly on +44 (0)114 2422111 or email info@iml-labels.co.uk and let us take the stress out of GHS for you. 

SafeCom 2013 is the UK's largest chemical regulatory conference taking place between 6th and 7th March 2013 at St Johns Hotel, Solihul.  This annual event features industry and regulatory experts in the field of regulatory compliance within the chemical sector providing delegates with access to valuable information to support them through impending regulatory changes.  IML will be on hand at SafeCom 2013 to provide advice and recommendation on all aspects of GHS CLP labelling.   

With less than a month remaining till SafeCom 2013 time is running out! See www.safecom-conferences.co.uk or call 0115 9651888 for information on the event and to book your place.  Safeware Quasar customers receive a discounted rate and delegates have the option of attending the conference only or opting for the dinner, accommodation and conference package.  

Giants of civil construction Pipex challenged IML to supply industrial strength adhesive labels to support their rebranding excercise in harsh conditions.

Marketing Assistant for Pipex commented "Pipex px MARRS (multi angle rapid railing systems) are entirely unique, low weight, corrosion resistant FRP (fibre reinforced polymer) handrails specifically designed for a range of applications.  Manfactured by Pipex in advanced phenolic composite or high perforamce polyester materials.  Pipex px MARRS are ideal for new build or retrofit installation on offshore platforms, FPSO's, wind farms and other harsh environments.

Due to the highly durable and corrosion resistant properties of Pipex's products they are more often than not situated in outdoor, harsh environments.  With this in mind, it is imperitive than any self adhesive labels applied for marketing purposes are durable and have as long a life as possible whilst the products are in transit and during installation.  IML were able to meet these demands and we have been very happy with the longevity of the Mattrans Extreme labels. 

If your company has a need for both tags and self adhesive labels IML has recently launched a new product which will be undoubtedly be of interest to you.     

PE 200 has been developed to meet market demand for versatility and multi-functionality in a wide range of industries.  This heavy duty self adhesive label has a super thick face allowing it to be utilised as a tag also simply by leaving the backing liner in place and including a fixing hole.

PE 200 has a smooth matt surface ideal for thermal transfer printing with barcodes, serial numbers and other variable data.  It can be pre-printed in upto 6 colours with your company's logo and contact details.  Your operational efficiencies are increased as roll and ribbon changes are significantly reduced.   

PE 200 is a revelation in labelling.  Call our Sales Team today to request samples and discover how your company could benefit from introducing PE 200.           

We love our new branding so much we're wearing it with pride.  After introducing the new-look corporate workwear at the Tube & Wire show in March our staff were so impressed with how smart the shirts looked we decided to apply it to the office.

"I think IML's new corporate branding represents the company very well.  The first impression you get is that of professionalism, durability and a mix of modern and traditional values but just under the surface there's a vibrancy and freshness which comes with product development, research and innovation" said Hayley Higgins, IML's Marketing Manager.

Businesses associated with the production of metals will recognise the bi-annual Tube & Wire Show, which took place in Dusseldorf in March as an important feature in the events calendar for the industry.  

IML has exhibited at Tube & Wire for several years, enjoying consistantly succesful shows both in terms of new business and contact with existing international customers and agents.

If you didn't get the opportunity to visit IML's stand at Tube & Wire in Dusseldorf all is not lost your company can still benefit by saving costs and improving efficiencies.  Call us to discuss your needs on

00 44 (0)114 2422111 or email info@iml-labels.co.uk. 

Pam Liversidge, Sheffield's Master Cutler, recently visited our site for a tour and an insight into our long and succesful trading history.  Read the article published in Star Business Monthly here...

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 Mrs Pam Liversidge, Sheffield's very first lady Master Cutler will visit IML's Head Office and Manufacturing Facility in Sheffield.  Pam is herself no stranger to industrial manufacturing with a 40 year history in this area. 

Pam's keen interest in succesful local manufacturing companies led her to accept Ken Cook's invitation to meet IML's management team to discuss how the company's investments and export strategy has strengthened IML's position as a global leader in the area of specialised product identification.

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What are barcodes?

A barcode is a body of data encoded by either varying spacing and width of parallel lines (known as 1D barcodes) or by geometric patterns such as dots, hexagons, and rectangles (known as 2D barcodes). The data that can be held range from a few characters for 1D barcodes to several thousand characters to 2D barcodes, making it very effective and powerful for barcode printing applications.

How does barcode printing work?

First, the user will need to create the label format and content, using software designed for barcode printing purposes. One would first select the type of barcode format that is most optimal for their needs, then enter the information to be represented by the barcode. Together, this output will then feed into a barcode label printer, which prints the corresponding input. These label printers can typically support multiple types of barcodes, depending on the users’ barcode printing needs.

How do I connect a computer to the barcode printer?

Setting up barcode printing has gotten more and more user-friendly with the increased interface options between a user’s computer and the barcode printer. Connectivity options now cover both wired selections, including USB, Ethernet, serial, as well as wireless options (including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth). IML printers cover this wide range of options to make barcode printing both simple and flexible.

What are the advantages of using a thermal barcode printer for barcode printing applications?

Barcode printing can be conducted on either conventional office printers (such as laser or inkjet) or on thermal barcode printers. The latter offers some significant advantages, including:

1. Flexibility: There is a much wider array of labels that a user can choose from to fit their specific printing needs. Furthermore, thermal barcode printers can be outfitted with automatic cutters to customize the desired length of the labels.
2. Reliability: When using conventional printers for barcode printing, the adhesives of the labels is apt to seep out and thus causing paper jams. Additionally, for high-speed barcode printing applications, inkjet printers are hard-coped to produce labels at the rate required.