We are all familiar at seeing a barcode printed onto a product label, which is used at the point of sale or portable scanner to either identify the product, read the price, aid stocktaking and inventory tracking amongst a variety of uses. The product label is usually made from paper or it can a synthetic such as polyester this can be over laminated to avoid the barcode becoming damaged or distorted which would make it difficult for the scanner to read the information.
It is possible, and we often get requests, for a barcode to be made from a material which may be subject to very high temperatures and still be undamaged and readable, it is normal for us to suggest that these be manufactured from ceramic, this has a stainless steel base and can withstand high temperatures and is extremely durable, even in the harshest conditions.
To the surprise of many people, a barcode label can be made from aluminium which is an ideal material to use where a standard barcode label, which might be subjected to a harsh environment, could fade and render the code unreadable. Using aluminium for labels is ideal in an outdoor situation and they will not be affected by high or low temperature variations. These aluminium labels are perfect for use in industrial situations.