Stainless Steel Barcode Labels and Tags
Durable, pre-printed stainless steel asset identification.
Designed for Highly Caustic Environments
Camcode’s Stainless Steel Bar Code Labels were designed to provide robust performance in highly caustic environments. Made of 304 or 316 Alloy Stainless Steel, these labels resist frequent cleaning and strong caustics found in food processing, medical, laboratory, chemical, textile and petroleum environments.
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Our stainless steel bar code tags stand up to chemicals, caustics, solvents, salt and intermittent heat while remaining readable for the life of the part. Whatever your application, we work with you to design the best bar code solution for your needs.
How Much do Stainless Steel Labels and ID Tags Cost?
Our minimum order is $650. Higher-volume orders reduce the per-unit cost – to less than $3 each for an order of several thousand steel tags – and exact prices depend on the material construction, size and quantity. Getting an exact quotation is easy – complete a request a quote.
Some applications require more than an ordinary bar code label, and different levels of durability. Camcode’s stainless steel labels are designed for the tough environments demanding exceptional durability combined with robust performance and readability.
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Why Use Stainless Steel Tags for Equipment?
For many modern applications, standard bar code labels simply don’t offer the durability and reliability required when equipment is frequently exposed to harsh chemicals, cleaners, solvents, and other environmental hazards. But that doesn’t mean asset tracking is an impossibility in these environments; it simply means you need a steel ID tag that’s up to the task. Camcode’s stainless steel labels not only withstand the harsh conditions common to many modern applications, but they remain readable for the life of your assets.
Ideal for Caustic Environments
Highly Durable for Equipment
Lend a Decorative Nameplate Look
Expected Exterior Lifespan of 20+ Years
Common Applications for Stainless Steel Tags
With exceptional durability, stainless steel ID labels are desirable labeling solutions for a variety of applications.
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“Camcode took the time to understand our needs.”
“Camcode took the time to understand our needs and offer durable solutions that will last throughout the different areas of our warehouse.”
“We selected the Metalphoto option because it gave us the durability we needed.”
“We selected the Metalphoto option because it gave us the durability we needed in an active area where freight and equipment could come in contact with the barcode. The labels also have great barcode scanner readability.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Stainless steel barcode labels and tags offer several benefits in asset tracking and asset management applications.
Durability and Longevity:
- Stainless steel labels are highly resistant to abrasion, chemicals, extreme temperatures, and harsh weather conditions.
- They can withstand exposure to solvents, chemicals, and other industrial materials, ensuring the barcode remains readable even in the harshest environments.
- This durability ensures that the asset information remains intact and readable, reducing the need for frequent label replacements and minimizing downtime.
Multiple Attachment Options:
- Stainless steel asset tags are designed to be permanently affixed to assets, preventing accidental removal or tampering.
- This feature is crucial for maintaining accurate asset records and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Mechanical attachment and/or a permanent, pressure-sensitive adhesive ensure that stainless steel asset tags are not easily removed from assets, helping to deter unauthorized transfer or asset theft.
- The tamper-evident nature of these labels helps deter unauthorized transfer or asset theft.
Versatility and Customization:
- Stainless steel tags can be customized with various barcode symbologies, human-readable text, logos, and color options.
- This versatility allows organizations to tailor the labels to their specific asset tracking and identification needs.
- The labels can be designed to withstand harsh environments while remaining visually clear and easily scannable throughout the life of the asset.
Traceability and Maintenance Records:
- Barcoded stainless steel labels enable efficient and accurate tracking of asset movements, maintenance schedules, and service histories.
- When integrated with an asset management system, scanning the barcodes provides quick access to asset information, facilitating timely maintenance and repair activities.
- This traceability improves overall operational efficiency and—because it facilitates effective maintenance management—also helps extend the useful lifespan of assets.
The durability and longevity of stainless steel barcode labels contribute to cost savings and enhanced operational efficiency in demanding industrial environments.
Stainless steel tags can be customized in various ways to meet specific requirements and ensure optimal identification and tracking.
Engraving or Etching:
Laser engraving or chemical etching can be used to permanently mark the stainless steel surface with barcodes, QR codes, text, logos, or other graphics. This method creates a highly durable and tamper-resistant marking that can withstand harsh environments and heavy wear.
Printing and Over-Lamination:
High-resolution digital printing can be applied to stainless steel tags, providing detailed graphics and crisp barcode printing. This method offers versatility in design but may have a shorter lifespan compared to engraved tags in extremely harsh conditions.
Embossing or Debossing:
The surface of the stainless steel tag can be mechanically embossed (raised) or debossed (recessed) with text, numbers, or symbols. Embossing/debossing is particularly useful for tags that may be exposed to surface abrasion or wear.
Hole Punching, Slot Cutting, or Adhesive:
Custom holes, slots, or shapes can be punched or cut into the stainless steel tag to accommodate attachment methods such as cable ties, rivets, or screws. This ensures secure and permanent affixing of the tag to the asset being tracked.
Stainless steel tags can also be affixed to an asset with a permanent, pressure-sensitive adhesive. This adhesive bonds permanently to high surface energy metals and plastics, as well as textured and contoured surfaces, ensuring that stainless steel tags remain securely attached to the surface of the asset. Adhesive attachment can be used as an alternative to or in addition to mechanical attachment options.
Color Coding or Anodizing:
Stainless steel tags can be color-coded or anodized with different colors to quickly distinguish between different asset types, locations, or maintenance schedules. This method creates a durable, colored oxide layer on the metal surface, enhancing visibility and identification.
The choice of customization depends on factors such as the required durability, level of detail, readability requirements, and the operating environment of the assets being tracked.
Stainless steel tags have a wide range of applications in equipment tracking and asset management. Their ruggedness and durability allows them to withstand extreme conditions, making them ideal for tracking assets exposed to chemicals, high temperatures, and harsh environments. Some common applications include:
- Industrial Equipment Tracking: Stainless steel tags are widely used for tracking heavy machinery, tools, vehicles, and other industrial equipment in manufacturing plants, construction sites, and industrial maintenance facilities.
- Asset Management in Utilities and Infrastructure: Utility companies and critical infrastructure organizations use stainless steel tags to identify and manage their assets, such as pipelines, electrical equipment, telecommunication towers, and water treatment facilities.
- Military and Defense Asset Tracking: Stainless steel tags are employed for tracking and managing military assets like vehicles, weapons, equipment, and inventory in various operating environments, including combat zones and marine environments.
- Healthcare Equipment and Inventory Management: In hospitals and healthcare facilities, stainless steel tags are used to track and maintain critical equipment, instruments, and inventory.
- IT Asset Management: Data centers and IT facilities use stainless steel tags to identify server racks and networking equipment and manage IT assets. The tags can withstand the controlled environments of these facilities while providing reliable asset identification.
- Logistics and Supply Chain Tracking: Stainless steel tags are employed for tracking shipping containers, pallets, and other logistics assets throughout the supply chain, ensuring accurate inventory management and asset visibility.