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 Most product identification nameplates and labels are printed in sequential order. During the printing process the nameplates and labels are given an alpha-numeric or numeric serial number. Serial numbers are assigned to a group of identical items. Each serial number gives specific product a unique identity. Some nameplates and labels with serial numbers also have barcode symbologies. The nameplates and labels that do not use barcode symbologies can be embossed with a lone serial number. Like checkbook numbers or the pages in a book, each label receives a unique number of its own stamped in order - one, two, three, etc…,
Sequential labels are used by industries for inventory control asset management, production racking, scheduling and document tracking. The aerospace, medical, telecommunications, military and manufacturing industries are examples of industries that need sequential labels to do business. When a company spends a great deal of money for computer hardware upgrades, the hardware (computers, printers, and peripherals…,) receive sequential labels. These sequential labels can help companies accurately track an identical group of items for inventory control purposes. Government agencies also need nameplates and labels with serial numbers to manage their inventory. Libraries are a perfect example of a government run department that affixes labels with serial numbers (Dewey Decimal System) to a book’s binder.
Sequential labels can be made using a variety of materials. The most popular types of sequential labels and nameplates are those made from anodized aluminum foil. Foil is an extremely durable material. The company’s name, serial number and barcode can be printed on the silver surface of the foil. Printing on foil is crisp, clear and highly visible. Foil product identity labels  and nameplates are often tamper-evident. When you pull the foil label away from the surface of the item it leaves a visible residue. Aluminum asset tags are perfect for indoor and outdoor applications. An over-laminate can protect the foil label from scuffs, heat, cleaning solvents and most chemicals.
There are also polyester sequential labels which are excellent for indoor applications. Some industries apply the polyester sequential labels and nameplates to computer hardware, furniture and equipment. Polyester labels and nameplates are tamper-evident, leaving a void pattern behind when the top layer is torn away from the surface. Polyester labels can be made with an over laminate for added protection against scuffs and mild chemicals. Vinyl labels are also tamper-evident and break apart when pulled or scratched off the surface of an item.
There are also a number of ways to print sequential barcode and product identification labels. They can be digitally printed, thermal transferred, hot stamped, engraved or serialized. There are over laminates, such as matte, semi gloss, write on and protective.
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