The Economic Impact of Counterfeit Goods: Anti-Counterfeiting Labelling Strategies as a Solution? Counterfeiting is not just a minor inconvenience—it’s a global economic crisis that threatens businesses, consumers, and entire industries. To put this into perspective, let’s examine the scale of the problem: Most Recent Statistics Global Counterfeiting Losses: Estimated at £380 billion annually Luxury Brand…
Return Address Labels: The Silent Heroes of Modern Retail Strategy The Changing Landscape of Customer Returns Imagine a world where returning a product is as complicated as solving a complex puzzle. Not too long ago, that was the reality for many consumers. Today, return address labels have emerged as a simple yet revolutionary solution that…
Trolley Identification Solution for Modern Distribution Centres The Challenge In today’s fast-paced retail environment, efficient logistics management is critical for operational success. One major retailer faced a significant challenge with their mesh trolley identification system: High-volume operations: Thousands of trolleys with rapid turnaround times between distribution centers and stores Time-consuming label removal: Traditional self-adhesive labels…
How can you tell that it’s time for a printer upgrade? A Textile Industry Success Story We recently assisted a long-standing global customer with upgrading their textile label printing solution. Their journey highlights the importance of staying current with printer technology and recognizing when it’s time for an upgrade. Here’s a look at the evolution…
The Soabar Legacy: Innovation in Label Solutions Since 1920 Our Story Today we’re marking 100 years of Soabar! Our journey began in 1920 with a revolutionary machine designed to “Sew-A-Bar” of five stitches—a simple concept that inspired our name and launched a new era in marking technology. When we established our UK presence in 1974,…
The Complete Guide to Thermal Printer Maintenance in 2025 Why Proper Maintenance Matters Now More Than Ever In today’s high-efficiency business environment, thermal printers remain mission-critical for labeling, barcoding, and identification needs across industries. Thermal Printer Maintenance and Servicing is nothing short of essential. As supply chain demands increase and downtime becomes increasingly costly, maintaining…
