How to choose the right type of glue for labels?

Selecting the right thermal ribbons is crucial for ensuring that your stickers and labels perform optimally under varying conditions. The environment and specific application requirements significantly impact the durability and effectiveness of the labels. Whether you need a sticker that can be easily removed from a product or one that can withstand harsh conditions, choosing the right adhesive type is essential.

Here is a detailed guide to help you choose the right thermal ribbons based on your specific needs:

Understanding Application Environments

The environment where the stickers will be applied plays a significant role in determining the type of adhesive required. Consider the following scenarios:

• Retail and Stationery: Stickers on books, tableware, or stationery need to be easily removable without leaving residue.
• Logistics and Warehousing: Labels on packaging must remain intact despite rough handling.
• Cold Storage: Stickers on frozen products need adhesives that can withstand low temperatures without losing adhesion.
• General Use: Standard applications on smooth, clean surfaces without specific durability or temperature requirements.

Types of Adhesives

To cater to these diverse requirements, we offer four types of adhesives:

• S-Standard Adhesive:

  • Ideal For: General applications on hard, smooth, and clean surfaces.
  • Features: No special requirements for durability, temperature resistance, or removability.
  • Common Uses: Standard smooth cardboard boxes, everyday labeling needs.

• T-Reinforced Adhesive:

  • Ideal For: Situations requiring extra durability and adhesion.
  • Features: Enhanced adhesive strength suitable for "fluffy" cardboard or surfaces where sticker loss is unacceptable.
  • Common Uses: Logistics, warehousing, and other industries with high handling and transport requirements.

• N-Removable Adhesive:

  • Ideal For: Applications where the label needs to be removed cleanly without leaving residue.
  • Features: Easy removal without damaging the surface or leaving glue traces.
  • Common Uses: Books, stationery, tableware, and other items where non-permanent labeling is preferred.

• C-Cold Resistant Adhesive:

  • Ideal For: Applications in freezing environments.
  • Features: Maintains adhesion in low temperatures and on frozen surfaces.
  • Common Uses: Frozen food packaging, cold storage labeling.

Making the Right Choice

When selecting thermal ribbons and adhesives, consider the following:

• Surface Type: Is the surface smooth, rough, clean, or dirty?
• Environmental Conditions: Will the labels be exposed to extreme temperatures, moisture, or other harsh conditions?
• Durability Requirements: Does the label need to last for a long time or be easily removable?
• Application Purpose: What is the primary purpose of the label? Is it for identification, branding, or compliance?

Conclusion

Choosing the right thermal ribbons is vital for ensuring that your labels meet the specific demands of their application environments. By understanding the different adhesive types and their ideal uses, you can make informed decisions that enhance the performance and reliability of your labeling solutions.

Whether you need standard adhesives for everyday use, reinforced adhesives for high-durability requirements, removable adhesives for clean removal, or cold-resistant adhesives for freezer applications, our range of thermal ribbons offers a solution for every need.