Posted on 12/03/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
One of the things that we absolutely love about working in the print industry is the diversity of our customers and the industries that they’re in. From sandwich labels to the fire-retardant labels sewn onto your aeroplane seat when you’re off on your holidays- Soabar supports so many different companies, their products and functions. But…
Posted on 10/03/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
When people think of dynamic and impactful industries, the label industry might not be the first to come to mind. However, those who work in this field know it’s a vibrant and essential sector that offers endless opportunities for growth and creativity. Here’s a deeper look into why the label industry is an inspiring and…
Posted on 10/03/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
It’s time for another Meet the Team Monday, and this time we have a career and lifestyle insight from Cheryl Charlesworth, who manages our Pre-press department. Cheryl has been with Soabar for 9 years and is an invaluable member of our team. She has a wealth of knowledge on all things design and digital which…
Posted on 07/03/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
We love to shine the light on the people that make Soabar what it is today. Labels wouldn’t get printed & machines wouldn’t get sold without the hard work of our fantastic team members. At Soabar we believe that we have something to learn from everyone, and that everyone’s story and journey is valuable. T…
Posted on 28/01/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
Soabar Customer Focus: Ozone Coffee Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Bethnal Green high street is Ozone, a coffee shop with a distinct difference. A calm, minimalist oasis might at first seem at odds with the trendy, lively reputation of East London. But it’s a welcome difference, one that has established Ozone as…
Posted on 28/01/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
We are delighted to announce that we recently gained our FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council®) Chain of Custody Certification (C208984)! This is a milestone that emphasises our dedication to promoting sustainability and responsible sourcing practices. It also highlights our commitment to ensuring high standards of quality and integrity throughout our supply chain. What…
Posted on 28/01/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
Since 2005, GPSR (General Product Safety Regulation) has been enforced across the EU. It applies to all non-food products that are bought and sold within all European Union member states, and aims to improve product safety standards for consumers. On 13th December 2024, a lot of changes were made to the regulation…
Posted on 27/01/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
Labour shortages are rife within the manufacturing sector, and the perception amongst young people about what it’s like to work within industries like print, is at an all time low. Knowing how to attract young talent is a challenge. According to Manufacturing Today’s Youth Misspent report, only 2% of UK youth would consider manufacturing as…
Posted on 20/03/2023 in Product Information, by Jon
Loftware NiceLabel Cloud: Cloud vs On-Premise Labelling Solutions Introduction Cloud technology has transformed modern business operations across industries. From collaborative tools to mission-critical systems, cloud adoption has created more flexible, scalable and responsive work environments. This digital transformation raises an important question: Isn’t it time your labelling solution joined the cloud revolution? What is Loftware…
Posted on 17/06/2015 in Printing News, by Cheryl Charlesworth
Soabar’s Technical Team Delivers Rapid Repair Solution: We Service Any Printer When a client reached out to Soabar’s Technical Department about a non-functioning Toshiba TEC Thermal Printer that was completely unable to print labels, our team sprang into action. We service all label printers, regardless of their make and model and whether or not you…
Posted on 26/02/2016 in Product Information, by Jon
The Complete Guide to Wash Care Labels Introduction In the textile and clothing industry, labels serve crucial purposes beyond mere branding. They provide essential information for consumers and are often legally required. With numerous types of labels available—textile, washing symbols, adhesive, care tickets, and swing tickets—understanding which label best suits your needs can be challenging….
Posted on 30/03/2016 in Product Information, by Jon
The Complete Guide to Wash Care Symbols: Understanding Your Clothing Labels Have you ever wondered how to properly care for your favourite t-shirt? Should it be washed at 40°C with ‘medium agitation’ or hand washed only? Perhaps it needs to be dry cleaned with a specific hydrocarbon solvent? And what about drying and ironing—what temperature…
