Barcode Label Guide

Expert knowledge on barcode labels, inventory management, inspection marking and label materials. Practical articles for businesses – from the EAN number to the DGUV inspection sticker.

All Inventory & archiving Retail & EAN/GTIN Materials & printing Inspection & DGUV Accessories & scanners Special topics

Inventory & archiving Inventory taking using barcodes Efficient stock recording with barcode labels for companies of any size.

Inventory & archiving Inventory number – structure, allocation & labels Systematic inventory numbers: structure, allocation rules and suitable labels.

Inventory & archiving Inventory labels with security cuts explained Tamper-evident inventory labels with security cuts in detail.

Inventory & archiving Document archiving using barcode labels Archive documents efficiently and find them again quickly with barcode labels.

Retail & EAN/GTIN EAN number – What is an EAN / GTIN? The basics of EAN and GTIN numbers: structure, application and use.

Retail & EAN/GTIN EAN and GTIN labels for the retail sector Product labels with EAN/GTIN for high-street and online retail.

Retail & EAN/GTIN FNSKU labels for Amazon FBA Creating and applying FNSKU labels correctly for Amazon FBA.

Retail & EAN/GTIN PZN number – the Pharmaceutical Central Number explained Understanding PZN numbers: structure, allocation and barcode labels for pharmacies.

Materials & printing Barcode labels on a roll Advantages and applications of barcode labels on a roll.

Materials & printing Barcode printing – professional label printing Professional label printing: processes, materials and supplier comparison.

Materials & printing Waterproof labels & stickers Materials and applications for waterproof and weatherproof labels.

Materials & printing Heat-resistant labels – materials & applications Special labels for high-temperature applications in industry and electronics.

Materials & printing Industrial labels – durable marking for industry Durable marking solutions for industrial environments and plant engineering.

Materials & printing Patching clothes – iron-on textile labels ThermoPatch labels for marking textiles: application, materials, tips.

Inspection & DGUV Inspection labels in accordance with DGUV V3 Obligations, applications and materials for DGUV V3 inspection labels.

Inspection & DGUV Inspection intervals according to DGUV Regulation 3 Overview of the inspection intervals for fixed and portable equipment.

Inspection & DGUV Cable marking in electrical engineering Marking cables professionally: standards, materials and practical tips.

Accessories & scanners Label dispensers – manual & electric Label dispensers compared: manual vs. electric, buying advice.

Accessories & scanners Barcode scanners – types, uses & buying guide Barcode scanner types: 1D, 2D, wireless – applications and recommendations.

Special topics QR code labels & stickers An overview of QR code labels for inventory, marketing and logistics.

Special topics Finding the right barcode label Selection guide: material, format and barcode type for your application.

Retail & EANGS1 Sunrise 2027 – the switch to 2D barcodesFrom the end of 2027, checkout systems worldwide must be able to read 2D barcodes. What does this mean for your business?

Retail & EAN/GTIN Replacing EAN labels with QR codes – how to make the switch A practical guide for manufacturers and retailers: keep the GTIN, generate the QR code, dual marking during the transition phase.

Materials Film labels vs. thermal paper – which material for what? Film or thermal paper? A comparison of durability, resistance and intended use – with a practical decision guide.

Inventory & archiving IT asset management with barcode labels – complete hardware tracking How to set up reliable IT asset management: labelling concept, durable film labels, stocktaking by scanner and meaningful inventory numbers.

Inspection & DGUV Attaching and reading inspection stickers correctly – a guide for businesses Year colours, month ring, choice of material and a 5-step guide: how to attach inspection stickers correctly in accordance with DGUV V3 and BetrSichV.

Barcode basicsData Matrix codes on labelsWhy the 2D code beats the linear barcode on small components, which label size you need for your amount of data and what can go wrong in printing.Read article →

Retail & EAN/GTINUDI marking for medical devicesLabelling in line with MDR and IVDR: structure of UDI-DI and UDI-PI, GS1 DataMatrix, EUDAMED deadlines 2026 and choosing the right label.Read article →

Inspection & DGUV Cable marking with inspection labels in accordance with DGUV V3 Selecting and attaching inspection labels for cables correctly and documenting inspection intervals in line with standards.

Special topics

Seal labels with a chequerboard pattern

How seal labels with a chequerboard pattern work, which variants are available and where they make sense.

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Inventory & archiving

Stock management using barcode labels

How to label shelves, storage locations and warehouse areas professionally with barcode labels — location codes, choice of material and stocktaking tips.

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Accessories & scanners

Choosing the right label dispenser

Which dispenser suits which label roll? Manual table-top dispensers, foldable dispensers and roll dividers compared – with tips on usable width and use.

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Materials & printing Protective laminate for labels When a transparent protective film over barcode labels pays off — abrasion, chemicals, UV protection and correct application.

Type plate with QR code under the Machinery Regulation 2027

Industry & standardsType plates under the Machinery Regulation 2027 – QR code instead of paperDigital operating instructions via QR code: requirements, IEC 61406 and the 10-year obligation explained in practical terms (article in German).