EIM Announces New High Temperature Tags for Foundries & Hot Metal Processors US-Based Label Manufacturer Electronic Imaging Materials, Inc. expands their industrial product line with ultra high temp tags for the metals processing market. KEENE, NH – January 28, 2026. Electronic Imaging Materials, Inc. (EIM) announces the creation of a high temperature tag for the […]
Have you ever tried to get a barcode label to stick to a non-stick surface? Labeling silicone can be tricky because of silicone’s low surface energy. The lower the surface energy, the tougher it is for adhesives to stick...
Tracking OEM parts requires a special type of label. It’s got to be a durable label that can withstand all the chemicals, temperatures, and harsh environments those labels are exposed to...
Permanent labels working a little too well? Say hello to Base-N-Switch, our new permanent label holder product line!
Our R & D Label Experts developed a reusable custom wood label product for shipping automotive lithium batteries! One of our long-time customers is a sustainable packaging maker. They solve packaging, logistics, and supply chain problems by building reusable wooden crates and other custom packaging solutions. Our Label Experts have supplied them with various raw […]
The owner of a car wash reached out to us in search of custom car wash stickers for their business. With a unique situation at hand, Label Expert Ed August was up for the challenge of providing a clever solution for their anti-theft label needs. Find out how he tackled this task! Mandy, the savvy […]
One of the top questions we get from new customers is, ‘Do you have labels that will survive XYZ chemical?’ After all, no one wants to fork over the dough for high quality labels only to have THIS happen (note: image pictured is NOT of a chemical resistant label!): Fortunately, we have a LOT […]
If you nerd out on labels like we do, you find joy in places that others might not. Our loved ones often raise an eyebrow when we spot one of our rugged industrial labels in the wild and shout, “That’s one of ours!” While it might seem silly, it’s exciting to see our labels used […]
Just what is the difference between a label and a sticker? Is there any? Does it even matter? Yes, and yes! Labels… Convey product information and are used for product packaging, shipping, asset identification, barcoding, and more! Stickers… Are decorative and can be used as promotional items. What the difference between a label and […]
Environmentally friendly technologies are taking the world by storm. Many nations are making implementation of green tech a top priority. A key component of making this all possible is the manufacturing of electric vehicle batteries and energy storage devices. One of these manufacturers came to The Label Experts with a situation that was impeding their […]
Ohio winters are no joke! That’s what we were thinking when our client, a wind turbine installer, came to us needing outdoor vinyl asset labels. They needed to label their outdoor tools and construction assets, including… collapsible bulk containers? That was a new one for us, but fortunately, our Label Experts consider frigid temperatures a […]
You can build a better construction site with The Label Experts! A building site is a never ending puzzle of people, supplies and machinery. Managing the inventory moving through a sprawling construction site can be a nightmare or a dream, depending on the quality of the construction site labels you use to track machinery and […]
Unfortunately, a springtime increase in import prices on consumer goods like automobiles overshadowed a temporary drop in fuel costs. Some of this increase understandably developed as a result of the unfortunate circumstances in Japan that created supply disruptions and led to a dramatic drop in auto imports during April & May 2011. On the positive […]
One of our interesting customers that purchases microscope labels has a remarkable history dating back to the mid-1800’s when they first opened their doors as a workshop for precision mechanics and optics in Germany. Their incredibly complex work covered a wide range of product development. By defining the criteria of sharper imaging in optical lenses, […]
One of our customers is in the green – recycling that is! When they came to us to discuss a tag application for identifying their products, we had no idea that they were an industry leader in collecting and repurposing motor vehicle tires. By finding practical, eco-friendly applications for discarded tires, this company is ridding […]
“What The Bunk?” We recently received a phone call with a unique request. The label seeker declared a need for “bunk tags” to track their inventory. Admittedly, we were a little perplexed by the phrase, but here at EIM, we love a new challenge! As it turned out, they worked for a leading casket manufacturer. […]
Total traceability. The ability to trace something back from the purchaser to the very materials it was made from, machines it was made with and tools used on those machines. Total traceability is already enacted in some businesses, and it is turning up the heat on accountability. To facilitate this, total traceability labels are required. […]
Drum Labels Have Rules for Water Travel “In the town where I was bornLived a man who sailed to seaAnd he told us of his lifeIn the land of submarines So we sailed on to the sunTill we found a sea of greenAnd we lived beneath the wavesIn our yellow submarine” – The Beatles […]
Train Labels in the Subways Subways are a big part of our lives in modern times. Imagine labeling over 175 subway trains made up of four or six cars and then scanning barcode train labels on them in tunnels as the trains swiftly make their way towards their destinations. Sound fantastical? Well, think again, one […]
Fuel Labels to Keep Farmers Going Farmers have it tough these days. They have it even tougher in this economy. Thank goodness one of our customers specializes in meeting the needs of farmers. Established to assure reasonable prices and consistent supply of petroleum products, this farmer-owned cooperative is not only successful in today’s harsh economy, […]
The extreme weather patterns across our country (and around the globe) are driving us crazy. Right now we are seeing endless rain, high temperatures and humidity here on the East Coast. This contrasts dramatically with the roasting temps of the Southwest and West Coast to the point we wish we could spread some of our […]
Labels that can Stand the Static Static electricity is what makes your hair stand on end when you comb it dry or that little shock you get when you touch a doorknob. It is caused by a buildup of electrons, usually sheared from one surface and deposited on another surface by friction. Many surfaces can […]
Permanent ID Labels for an Engine Maker What makes a label permanent? Does “permanent” mean a superhero with 10x the strength of a normal human couldn’t pry it off with their enhanced strength? It would be marvelous to have such a label! In this case though, permanent refers to the fact that it is not […]
Barrel Labels and Lumber Tags – Whiskey or Wine, Anyone? While some people may not like the strong taste or smell of whiskey or wine, you certainly can appreciate the craftsmanship that goes into perfecting such spirits. Part of this fine art involves storing and aging in just the right types of barrels. The quality […]
Over the years, we have seen many variations in retro-reflective labels. The entire concept of using reflective films stems from their original use on metal highway signage, but those engineering-grade (or tougher) materials had course, bumpy finishes created from large beads of glass key to reflecting light. They are great for silk screening words and […]
The weather is always on our minds these days, especially since we seem to be faced with more and more extreme conditions that swing from one end of the spectrum to the other. This past summer, we saw unbearably hot temperatures and dry conditions added to by all sorts of fires and storms. Now in […]
From time to time EIM is asked to provide statements concerning RoHS, REACH and Halogen Content. All of this relates to “green” initiatives, primarily started in the European marketplace concerning substances that are not environmentally friendly, and in many cases are downright dangerous. In regards to “Halogen Content”, we are specifically talking about Chlorine, Fluorine, […]
Who said labels are boring? Well, if you have been in business as long as EIM has been (since 1987!) you will find that that couldn’t be further from the truth! We love it when we are challenged with interesting applications and one of them fits right in with everyone’s favorite fall sport. We were […]
If you work in the manufacturing sector, chances are you have heard of UL or the Underwriters’ Laboratories, the global agency created to assure product safety compliance among manufacturers, retailers and consumers, as well as other regulatory agencies. Smart UL Certification labels with the UL Mark on them indicate that your product has been fully tested […]
Comin’ in Hot! The Label Experts Wheel Labels Handle the Heat in Talladega We stopped in our tracks when a very recognizable German luxury car manufacturer approached us about a unique label challenge. They required wheel labels – barcode labels that will stick to the interior of aluminum wheels while they undergo testing. That doesn’t […]
Ah yes, vinyl. A classic when it comes to records, but also a modern multi-purpose material when it comes to labels. Vinyl label materials tout three key benefits that should make them a contender for your next labeling project: conformability, durability, and their lower cost. Impressive Conformability The biggest benefit of vinyl labels is how […]
Which label is EIM’s superhero of adhesive durability and staying power? Unquestionably, our 650 EnduraLabel! Super Strength Labels for Steel The super strong adhesive in our 650 EnduraLabel remains almost liquid, literally pushing away dirt and grime. This super-power allows the EnduraLabel to stick to almost any grade or type of steel, including bar, rod, […]
How do you label a non-stick material? Call up The Label Experts of course! This non-stick material conundrum was first brought to us here at EIM by a manufacturer of silicone tubing for automobiles. Silicone is an extremely versatile material that has vital roles in the automotive, aerospace, coating, and injection molding industries—its non-stick attributes can […]
How do I create barcode label data files? The easy answer: in an excel spreadsheet. But in reality, label data files aren’t so easy and they can give even our most stalwart of Label Experts a doozy of a headache (like Kirk in the video below). Give our video on setting up data files a […]
Labels are often an afterthought. Many people are surprised to know how much of a vibrant and initiative driven industry label making is! A key driver of this is the Tag & Label Manufacturers Institute (TLMI), the premier industry association for those of us in the label manufacturing world—and EIM is a proud member. We […]
Durable labels for green innovations.
Labeling parts for Black Hawk helicopters.
