What are tag-less labels? They are what apparel manufactures use to call care labels and contain the washing instructions required by the Federal Trade Commission. Many manufactures now include multi-colored logos and the other brand information which significantly enhances the appearance of the garment. They replace printed and woven labels.
How are tag-less labels applied? They are attached to garments with a bonder. A bonder consists of a hot plate that fuses the tag-less label to the garment. The unit can be adjusted with respect to: the temperature of the plate, the pressure of the plate on the material and the dwell time, which is the length of time that the plate stays on the garment.
How fast can tag-less labels be applied? This depends on the type of label, the fabric to which the label is being attached, and equipment used, Both manual and semi-automatic bonders are used to apply hot release and cold release labels. When using manual bonders labels are positioned by the operator on top of the garment and the unit is activated. When a manufacturer uses a semi-automatic bonder, the labels are supplied on rolls. Once a label is affixed to a garment the next label is fed into position. The unit shown is a semi-automatic bonder.
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Which factor is the most important in increasing the speed at which you can apply labels? The most important factor that limits production is the dwell time.---the length of time that the plate stays on the garment. Label manufacturers are working to decrease this time and it is generally between 2 and 4 seconds. Once the label is affixed the garment is removed and the next garment must be positioned. It is estimated that this operation takes between 6 and 12 seconds depending on the type of label used and the work flow.
What is the difference between hot and cold release labels? All tag-less labels come on a liner. With cold release labels the label must cool after bonding before the liner can be removed, while the liner of the hot release labels can be reduced immediately. Hot release labels are clearly preferable as the garment only needs to be handled once.
How long will tag-less labels stay on the garment? When applied properly they remain legible for the life of the garment.
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At what point in the manufacturing process are the labels applied? Generally they are applied to the back panel before the garment is sewn. On garments that are imported the labels are obviously applied to the finished garment.
If I can't shoot a fastener through the label of a tag-less garment how can I attach a price tag without damaging the garment? A new micro fastener which makes a very small hole in the material has recently been developed. Contact us for details on this attachment.
Is there material available that will let me create my own tag-less labels in my plant? Yes. New material has recently be introduced that can be imprinted on a thermal transfer printer and then bonded to fabric.
Can tag-less labels be partially pre-printed by the user with style, size and other variable information? Until recently the answer was no. New equipment and labels are being produced that will soon let manufactures purchase partially pre-printed labels and add variable information. Please contact us for updates on this technology.
Can Garments be imported into the United States without labels so that tag-less labels can be applied here? The answer is both yes and no. Two government agencies and one act cover the labeling of imported garments. They are the U.S. Bureau of Customs, The Federal Trade Commission and the Textile Fiber Products Identification Act. We have discussed labeling requirements with some of these agencies and while you must get your own legal advice, we will be happy to provide you with the information we have gathered. Please fill out the form below and we will send you a copy of our correspondence on this topic.
Where can I purchase tag-less labels and bonding equipment? We supply custom tag-less labels and bonding equipment to manufacturers throughout the world. To receive additional information, please click the link below.
