Industrial Product Barcode Labels and Serial Number Labels Case Study
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【Project Overview】
Industry: Industrial
Product: Industrial product barcode labels and serial number labels
Packaging type: Self-adhesive labels
Core requirements: Multi-model variable data + barcode recognition + small batch production
【Process Card】
Material: Matte white self-adhesive
Type: Self-adhesive labels
Printing: Digital printing
Process: Barcode generation + serial number encoding + lamination
Applicable industry: Industrial manufacturing
【Service Contents of This Project】
✓ Label design
✓ Variable data encoding
✓ Barcode generation
✓ Serial number arrangement
✓ Digital printing
✓ Lamination process
✓ Quality inspection
【Delivery Checklist】
✓ Barcode labels (various models)
✓ Serial number labels
✓ Electronic files (PDF/AI)
💬 Customer Needs
A certain industrial manufacturing enterprise requires matching barcode labels and serial number labels for its series of products. There are many product categories, and each model needs independent barcode information and serial number encoding. The original labels used a pre-printing method, requiring new plates for each model change, resulting in high plate-making costs and long cycles. The customer hopes to find a method that allows flexible switching of barcode content for different models without changing plates, while ensuring barcode recognition rate and printing clarity.
Project Difficulties:
✓ Multiple models require different barcodes and serial numbers; traditional plate-making methods cannot switch flexibly
✓ Small barcode size requires high printing precision and recognition rate
✓ Labels need to be adhered to the external surface of equipment, with certain requirements for adhesion and wear resistance
✓ The quantity differences between different models are significant; small-quantity models only require a few dozen pieces, making it difficult for traditional printing methods to match
💡 Solution
To address customers' needs for barcode labels in multiple models and small batches, Lexiang adopts a digital printing solution combined with variable data technology to batch output labels with different codes on a single printing layout. The barcode, serial number, and QR code content of each label are generated independently, eliminating the need to make separate plates for each model—changing the plate only requires adjusting the electronic file. The label material uses matte white self-adhesive stock, combined with a lamination process, to ensure that barcode clarity, wear resistance, and adhesion meet industrial usage environments.
Process Description:
Variable data printing is the core technology of this case. Traditional barcode labels require separate plate-making and printing for each model, with fixed plate costs—the more models, the higher the cost. Under the digital printing mode, the barcode content of each label in the electronic file is generated independently, and the same batch can include label sets of different models and different codes, with no plate fees required. High-precision printing is used for barcodes, combined with online inspection equipment to ensure that barcode grades meet recognizable standards. Serial numbers are generated sequentially according to customer coding rules, supporting batch skip-numbering and segmented numbering.
✅ Project Results
Barcode labels are printed clearly, and the scanning recognition rate meets production line requirements. Serial number encoding is accurate, with one-to-one correspondence to actual products. Customers do not need to wait for plate-making cycles when switching between multiple models, significantly shortening label delivery time.
Project Results:
✓ Completed barcode label delivery for the entire series of models
✓ Barcode recognition rate passed customer production line scanning tests
✓ Achieved one-time batch production of multiple models and multiple encodings
Industry Experience Summary:
Industrial barcode labels involve product traceability and batch management, with barcode recognition rate being a key indicator. The digital printing + variable data solution is suitable for multi-model, small-batch industrial label needs, effectively reducing plate-making costs and shortening delivery cycles. Label material selection needs to consider the material of the adhesive surface and the usage environment, while lamination processes can improve barcode wear resistance and durability.
Suitable Customers:
✓ Industrial equipment manufacturing enterprises
✓ Electronic component production enterprises
✓ Automotive parts suppliers
✓ OEM contract manufacturers
Why Choose Lexiang:
✓ Digital printing requires no plate-making; multiple model labels completed in one go
✓ Variable data technology supports on-demand generation of barcodes, serial numbers, and QR codes
✓ Label materials and processes can be flexibly configured according to usage environment
✓ Small-batch production is available, lowering the procurement threshold for labels
📸 📸 Results Gallery
❓ FAQ
Can the barcode content on industrial barcode labels be customized?
Yes. Barcode content is generated according to customer encoding rules, supporting multiple barcode formats such as Code128, Code39, and EAN13, and can include product model, batch number, production date, and other information. Serial numbers support sequential numbering, skip numbering, and segmented numbering.
Are the serial numbers on the labels printed or stamped?
Implemented through digital printing's variable data technology. The serial number of each label is automatically generated during printing according to customer encoding rules, without the need for individual printing, achieving higher efficiency and accuracy than post-printing methods.
Can barcode labels for multiple models be produced together?
Yes. Digital printing solutions are ideal for multi-model barcode labels—all models of labels are laid out together and printed in one pass, with each label's content generated independently. The more models, the more significant the cost advantage compared to traditional plate-making methods.
Can orders with very small quantities of barcode labels be processed?
Yes. Digital printing requires no plate-making, so even a few dozen labels of a single model can be produced, with no minimum plate fee. It is suitable for new product samples, small-batch trial production, and multi-SKU scenarios.
What are the adhesive requirements for industrial labels?
The adhesive type needs to be selected based on the material of the bonding surface and the usage environment. Common materials on industrial equipment surfaces include metal, plastic, and coated materials. Lexiang can provide universal, high-tack, and temperature-resistant self-adhesive materials.
Do the labels support QR codes?
Yes. Both barcodes and QR codes can be printed simultaneously. The QR code content can be linked to product information, batch data, or traceability links, working with scanning systems to achieve product traceability.
Can logos and product information be printed on the labels?
Yes. Fixed content on labels (logos, product names, model parameters, etc.) is printed uniformly, while variable content such as barcodes and serial numbers is generated as needed. Modifications only require adjusting the electronic file.
Can the size of barcode labels be customized?
Yes. Label sizes are custom-designed based on the product model and the number of barcodes. Paper proofing is used for confirmation before mass production, ensuring the barcodes have sufficient readable area.
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