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As barcode systems developed primarily in the POS industry have become widespread as tools for automating production factories and quality control, the barcode labels, which are supply items, can no longer rely solely on paper due to the diversification of production environments. Labels made from materials suitable for the usage environment have become essential. At our company, we initially developed ceramic barcode labels in response to a development request from semiconductor production technology personnel who faced such issues. This led us to engage in the production of barcode labels for special applications. By developing barcode labels suitable for various environments, we now offer a wide variety of heat-resistant and chemical-resistant labels. With the automation of industrial product production, we have greatly contributed to the digitization of product history and management in areas that were previously considered impossible to manage. For more details, please refer to the materials summarizing the case studies of the Cerlabel series. [Contents of Case Studies] - Automotive parts, ceramics, glass - Train parts, commercial beer kegs - Conveyance trays in food factories - Rental costumes, uniforms *If you would like a sample, please contact us through the inquiry form or request materials.

This is an introduction to "unfired ceramic labels" that can be baked onto glass and ceramic containers used in chemical research institutions and laboratories, such as the following: ■ Glass plates ■ Vials ■ Ceramic crucibles ■ Evaporating dishes Ceramic labels are used on equipment that employs various chemicals, including organic solvents, acids, and alkaline solutions. 【Features】 ■ Withstands temperatures up to 1,000°C and has excellent chemical resistance ■ Fired and fused during the heat treatment process in the production line ■ Can be issued on-site using a standard paper label printer (special ink ribbons required) ■ When thermally fused to glass, metal, ceramics, etc., it transforms into a ceramic barcode label with excellent heat resistance, chemical resistance, and durability *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

Unfired ceramic label 'Ceramic Label Green,' used in the management of the production process of sanitary ceramics, which are fired for long periods at temperatures above 1200℃. It automatically identifies over 100 types of products through combinations of shapes and colors, contributing to quality improvement and yield enhancement by accurately passing through the process. [Features] - Fired and fused during the heat treatment process on the production line. - Can be issued on-site using a standard paper label printer (special ink ribbon required). - When thermally fused to glass, metal, ceramics, etc., it transforms into a ceramic barcode label with excellent heat resistance, chemical resistance, and durability. *For more details, please feel free to contact us.

Catalyst for Automotive Exhaust Systems: "Unfired Ceramic Label" As environmental issues lead to increasingly stringent regulations on automotive exhaust emissions, the core catalyst for automotive exhaust systems utilizes Cerlabel-Green. 【Features】 ■ After applying the label, it is fired together with the catalyst at around 500°C, becoming a barcode that can withstand up to 500°C. * When thermally fused to glass, metal, ceramics, etc., it transforms into a ceramic barcode label with excellent heat resistance, chemical resistance, and durability. ■ On-site issuance is possible with a standard paper label printer (the ink ribbon is specialized). * For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

"Fabric labels" are fabric barcode labels woven with polyester threads. They are used in hospital gowns, surgical drapes, factory work uniforms, costumes for television, movies, and theme parks, management of rental costumes at wedding venues, and management of hotel linens. They can withstand over 100 washes and more than 40 dry cleanings, and have a heat resistance of approximately 200°C. [Examples of Use] ■ Medical clothing ■ Rental costumes *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

The "etching label" is a label that has undergone a special treatment (etching) on the surface of a stainless steel substrate to adjust the light reflection conditions and express a barcode image. Meat trays used in food factories are cleaned with alkali. This label is resistant to chemicals, particularly to high concentrations of alkali at high temperatures, making it suitable for this cleaning process. [Application Example] ■ Meat Trays *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

The "Ceramic Label SL" is a label that has a ceramic film printed with a barcode pattern using ceramic ink, which is fired and fused onto a heat-resistant stainless steel substrate. Beer kegs, which are supplied to various stores for mass consumption, are often stored in bulk, and the handling of the containers themselves is not delicate at all. Our product, which excels in weather resistance and chemical resistance, is chosen for barcode labels that manage these beer kegs. [Examples of Use] ■ Beer Kegs *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

The "Ceramic Label SL" is a label that has a ceramic film printed with a barcode pattern using ceramic ink, which is fired and fused onto a heat-resistant stainless steel substrate. This product is installed on the axles of train wheels, which directly contribute to the safety of trains, and is used for managing information about the components. It has a durability of over 20 years, including weather resistance and heat resistance, and possesses strong shock resistance that can withstand long-term vibrations from trains. [Examples of Use] ■ Train Components *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Our company manufactures "barcode labels" for production and process management using materials such as ceramic, stainless steel, and polyester. We offer a lineup that includes the "Ceramic Label GL Series," which can withstand firing at temperatures up to 1400°C, the "Etching Label," which is resistant to high temperatures and high-concentration alkali, and the "Woven Fabric Label," which excels in wash durability and provides high contrast. With high heat resistance, chemical resistance, and durability, our products can be used in harsh environments where the introduction of RFID and IC is difficult, contributing to the efficiency of production line management and improving yield. 【Product Lineup (Excerpt)】 ■ "Ceramic Label GL Series" that can withstand a maximum firing temperature of 1400°C and can be printed with thermal transfer printers. ■ "Ceramic Label SL Series" made of stainless steel, which is also excellent in impact resistance. ■ "Etching Label" for container management in reinforced glass and food factories. ■ "Woven Fabric Label" that can withstand over 40 dry cleanings. ★ We are currently offering a collection of case studies! For more details, please refer to the PDF document. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

This is a case study of using "US-E" for the identification management of metal jigs in the carburizing process of automotive parts. Previously, the operation involved manually entering jig numbers and lot numbers on a tablet for recording, which led to issues such as human errors like input mistakes and omissions, as well as the input burden on workers. We transitioned to a scanning operation using two-dimensional codes, eliminating manual input. Labels can be permanently fixed to the jigs, allowing for repeated use, significantly improving the reliability of lot management in the carburizing process. 【Case Overview】 ■ Installation location: Metal jigs used in the carburizing process ■ Product: US-E (heat-resistant up to 1,000°C) ■ Challenges - Human errors such as input mistakes and omissions - Input burden on workers - Tracking accuracy was unstable depending on the situation *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

This is a case where the "USC-3000" was adopted as a management tag on a ceramic setter. Previously, there were no management tags that could withstand firing temperatures, and the method of attaching them to the setter posed risks of peeling and foreign matter contamination, making it difficult to manage lots during the firing stage. Therefore, we adopted the USC-3000, which can withstand temperatures of 1,650°C, and changed the operation to simply placing it as a management tag on the ceramic setter used for firing. [Case Overview] ■ Installation location: On the ceramic setter used in the firing process (set as a management tag) ■ Product: USC-3000 (supports temperatures up to 1,650°C) ■ Issues: - There are no management tags that can withstand firing temperatures. - The method of attaching them to the setter poses risks of peeling and foreign matter contamination. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We have attached "Ceramic Label GL" to the outer surface of the ceramic containers used in the firing process. For the firing of ignition plugs, a ceramic container called a "saya," which has partitions arranged on the inside, is used. This allows multiple products to be passed through the firing process while maintaining a consistent posture, but management on a saya basis is essential. Additionally, since the saya is reused, there are challenges in tool management, such as the occurrence of wear and tear like cracking, and the difficulty in tracking the number of uses. 【Conventional Management Methods and Issues】 ■ Occurrence of wear and tear such as cracking ■ Difficulty in tracking the number of uses ■ Extremely few labels that can withstand firing processes at around 1000°C ■ Due to its shape, it is unsuitable for fixing methods like tag placement, welding, or screwing *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where "Ceramic Label TF" was used on the side of a wafer cassette for individual management. In the semiconductor manufacturing process, the management of silicon wafers is a crucial and indispensable element. On the other hand, in environments involving strong chemical processes such as hydrofluoric acid cleaning, the degradation of identification media and reduced visibility have been challenges. We have processed a recess with a specified clearance relative to the label's outer dimensions on the surface, and after insertion, the gap is filled with resin. We also accommodate methods where the label is inserted into slits that have been pre-processed in the cassette. [Case Overview] ■ Installation Location: Side of Wafer Cassette ■ Product: Ceramic Label TF ■ Challenge: Degradation of identification media and reduced visibility *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

This is a case where "etching labels" are directly affixed to a metal instrument tray, set up for each patient. Standard sticker-type labels cannot withstand the sterilization process, leading to issues such as fading print and label peeling. As a result, barcode management becomes difficult, posing challenges in ensuring consistent traceability. After implementation, there was an improvement in the prevention of human error and the accuracy of record management, contributing to enhanced safety management. 【Case Overview】 ■ Installation location: Metal trays and metal cases ■ Product: Etching labels ■ Challenge: Ensuring consistent traceability of instruments and trays after surgery ■ Effects: - Enabled barcode management from surgical preparation to sterilization and reuse - Improved prevention of human error and accuracy of record management, leading to enhanced safety management *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

The introduction of the "Ceramic Label WS-1200E" into the production process of sanitary ceramics has significantly reduced the occurrence of defects. While manufacturing over 100 different products through various combinations of shapes and colors, analyzing the causes of defects and understanding yield rates by process became important challenges. By attaching the barcode Ceramic Label WS-1200E, which is fired along with the products, to the unfired product body, it has become possible to identify individual items, including the firing process. This contributes to stabilizing quality on-site and improving yield rates. [Case Overview] ■ Installation Location: Sanitary Ceramics ■ Product: Ceramic Label WS-1200E ■ Challenges - Consistent individual management from molding to completion of firing is difficult - Analyzing causes of defects and understanding yield rates by process - Difficulties in accumulating and analyzing sufficient data *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where "CeraLabel SL" is attached to the top of a stainless steel beer barrel. In harsh environments and repetitive processes, common labels faced challenges such as deterioration, making barcode scanning difficult, or the labels themselves falling off. By adopting the CeraLabel SL, which has passed weather resistance tests, we achieved barcode management of barrels that can withstand long-term outdoor storage and chemical cleaning. This significantly reduced barcode reading errors and contributed to lowering maintenance costs for repeatedly used beer barrels and ensuring traceability. 【Case Overview】 ■ Installation Location: Top of Beer Barrel ■ Product: CeraLabel SL ■ Challenge: Common labels deteriorate, making barcode scanning difficult, or the labels themselves fall off. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

In a food processing factory, "Cerra Label SL-GZ" was adopted for the control device, achieving successful stops at each transportation location. Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) were introduced, and a two-dimensional code was adopted for their operational control. However, there were concerns about the peeling of general labels due to the specific environment and their resistance to chemical cleaning. The GZ, among the SL series, features a surface reinforcement treatment that protects the printed surface, allowing for precise material transport for each lane and contributing to the smartification of the process. 【Case Overview】 ■ Installation Location: AGV Lane Control Device ■ Product: Cerra Label SL-GZ ■ Challenge: Concerns about label peeling due to the specific environment of food processing (such as steam) and resistance to chemical cleaning with general labels. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

This is a case where "Cerra Label SL" was required for picking cart identification purposes. Multiple installation locations are planned, including a low position on the side of the cart, and its use is anticipated in environments where there may be interference or contact with other equipment. In addition to durability that allows for long-term use, it is a label with excellent shock resistance. It is incorporated for purposes such as identification of transfer and operator information, as well as identification of loading areas. 【Case Overview】 ■ Important Requirements - Strong against dirt - Strong against scratches and abrasion - Resistant to impact ■ Implementation Effects - Contributes to the stable operation of the position control system - Functions as an identification medium that supports efficient operation of picking tasks *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

This is an example of using a woven fabric barcode label attached or sewn onto the inside of a kimono with heat pressure. For rental kimonos, it was important to accurately track which costumes were being used by which stores or customers due to the repetitive cycle. Additionally, labels made with conventional printing methods for cleaning are prone to deterioration and peeling during cleaning and ironing processes, making them unsuitable for long-term management. [Case Overview] ■ Installation Location: Inside the collar (or waist) of the kimono ■ Product: Woven fabric barcode label ■ Challenge: Conventional printing method labels for cleaning are prone to deterioration and peeling during cleaning and ironing, making them unsuitable for long-term management. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

This is an example of adopting "etching labels" for plant equipment piping that requires leak detection and repair. With conventional labels, it was difficult to maintain long-term visibility. Additionally, methods such as suspending or wrapping with wire were often used, which posed challenges for stable fixation and ensuring visibility. We adopted a thick stainless steel material. By pre-curving it to match the pipe diameter, we improved adhesion to the curved surface of the piping, achieving more reliable fixation. [Case Overview] ■ Installation Location: Plant Equipment Piping ■ Product: Etching Label ■ Challenges - Difficult to maintain long-term visibility with conventional labels - Ensuring stable fixation and visibility according to pipe size and shape *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.