Archives: Lexikon

Transfer tapes

Transfer tapes are thin, adhesive-coated materials without their own carrier, used for permanent or temporary bonds in industry, electronics, medical technology, and labeling technology. They consist of high-performance acrylate or rubber adhesives, applied to a release liner or a carrier film, and leave behind only a pure adhesive layer after application. They are particularly used […]

UL Approval

The UL certification is a certification from Underwriters Laboratories (UL) that evaluates the safety and durability of labels and marking materials according to strict US and international standards. Especially in the electronics, automotive, medical technology, and industrial sectors, UL certification is required to ensure compliance with legal regulations. Key standards include UL 969 for permanent […]

UV Inkjet

UV inkjet printing is a digital printing process in which special UV-curing inks are applied to the label material and cured immediately by UV light. This technology enables high-resolution, smudge-proof and scratch-resistant printing on various surfaces such as paper, plastic and metal foils. Especially in industrial labeling, medical technology and the automotive industry, UV inkjet […]

UV Resistance

UV resistance describes the resistance of labeling films, labels, and printing inks to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which can lead to color fading, material embrittlement, or loss of adhesion. Especially in outdoor applications, the automotive and chemical industries, and harsh industrial environments, labels must remain legible and functional for years. UV-resistant materials such as polyester (PET), […]

Void Foil

The term Void refers to a special security and tamper-evident function in labels and identification foils. Void security labels leave a visible indication upon removal, such as the word “VOID” or a checkerboard pattern, making unauthorized removal immediately detectable. These labels usually consist of multi-layered polyester or acrylic foils, designed so that the top layer […]

Weather-resistant Foil

The term weather-resistant describes the ability of a label or marking foil to withstand external environmental influences such as rain, snow, UV radiation, temperature fluctuations, and humidity over the long term. Especially in outdoor marking, the automotive, construction, and chemical industries, labels must remain legible and adhesive even under extreme conditions. Materials such as polyester […]