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5 Label Material Myths, Debunked
A closer look into the top 5 misconceptions about label adhesives, vinyl materials, application temperature, and more.
When To Add 811 Reminders To Safety Products
Discover why and how you should add 811 "Call Before You Dig" reminders to your underground hazard markers.
What Are Low-Temperature Adhesives?
Labels peeling off in the cold? Your adhesive may be the problem. Learn about cold weather labels and how low temperature adhesives ensure a bond that lasts.
Custom Solutions For Transmission Tower Marking
Learn how to overcome transmission tower marking challenges with durable materials and adaptive mounting solutions designed to withstand remote, harsh environments.
String, Wire, Or Nylon Cable? Choose The Right Tie
Discover why OSHA regulations require 50-pound, self-locking nylon cable ties for safety tagouts, and learn when string or wire attachment options remain suitable.
The Best Materials For Fleet Marking
Explore how cast vinyl, retroreflective materials, shape-cut designs, and specialty adhesives deliver durable, professional fleet vehicle branding that withstands highway conditions.
The Most UV-Resistant Label Material
Learn how UV radiation affects outdoor labels and compare polyester, cast vinyl, and Duracryl® to select the best UV-resistant material for long-term durability.
6 Ways To Make Your Spec More Competitive
Discover six actionable ways to simplify sign, label, and tag specifications by focusing on performance standards, general material names, and relevant application properties.
Best Practices For Substation Marking
Learn NESC substation signage code requirements and our recommended solutions for compliant perimeter safety marking.
Understanding OSHA 1910.269 Tagout Rules
Understand OSHA 1910.269 tagout requirements, clarify the 50-pound pull-strength rule for attachment ties, and select durable plastic materials for safe outdoor application.
Adhesive Options For Painted Metal Surfaces
Learn why powder-coated paints disrupt label adhesion and discover the material and adhesive options best-suited for textured and contoured metal surfaces.
A History Of Zap The Safety Bird
Discover the history of Zap the Safety Bird and why this Canadian electrical hazard character fails modern ANSI/ISO safety symbol standards.
Requirements Of Photovoltaic System Marking
Learn how NEC Article 690 governs photovoltaic system labeling to protect workers from dual-power hazards, and how Electromark's line of NEC-compliant labels makes marking easy.
Master these 10 design strategies for LOTO tags to ensure OSHA and NESC compliance while maximizing workplace safety.
8 Design Tips For Transformer Labels
Discover eight essential design tips for multi-hazard transformer labels—from clear fonts and action-first messages—to improve legibility and safety.
Designing Multilingual Messages: What's Required?
Understand code requirements for multilingual safety signs, leverage ANSI Z535 layout guidelines, and incorporate effective pictogram symbols to supersede language barriers.
Correctly Specify ANSI Safety Colors
Learn why citing "ANSI Safety Color" names instead of specific Pantone® numbers ensures compliance with Z535 Munsell tolerance limits and prevents print specification conflicts.
Your Safety Labels Have A Shelf Life
Understand label adhesive shelf life, learn why modern acrylics far exceed conservative 1–2 year specifications, and follow best practice storage and testing tips to protect inventory.
Elements Of A Strong Safety Message
Learn how to craft compliant safety messages using ANSI Z535 rules for hazard identification, headlines, and action/consequence statements to maximize reader comprehension.
Using Retroreflective Materials For Signs & Labels
Understand the science behind retroreflection and learn why wide-angle retroreflective materials provide critical nighttime visibility for utility signs and asset identification.