About the new DuraLabel 4000

DuraLabel 4000 released

The creators of the DuraLabel have released a new printer, the DuraLabel 4000. This new unit is classified as an entry-level printer, a lower-cost alternative to the normal DuraLabel units. The goal with the DuraLabel 4000 appears to be cost savings, but when you take a closer look, you quickly see that the cost savings really just aren’t there.

What is the DuraLabel 4000?

The DuraLabel 4000 printer itself is a light-duty, lower-resolution unit, with lower print speeds and lighter construction than other units on the market. While it does cost less than a DuraLabel 300 series printer, it is still more expensive than other alternatives out there, with less features. The base model has no automatic cutter, so you’re left to cut labels manually.

As for the price tag of the DuraLabel 4000, you can expect to pay a few hundred dollars more just for the DuraLabel name- other higher-quality units will cost you less from less proprietary suppliers.

What about the DuraLabel 4000 supplies, they look cheap!

When you first look at the DuraLabel 4000 prices, you feel like the DuraLabel folks have finally “gotten it.” Of course, that hope is quickly dashed when you realize that the supplies you are buying are actually half of what you’d get from a different supplier. Shorter supply rolls means you’re not really saving anything; it also means you have to change your supplies more often on the DuraLabel 4000.

Want to know more about the DuraLabel 4000? Read here.

Microsoft Word for arc flash labels??? Not really…

People make arc flash labels in Microsoft Word?

It is sad but true… some people are relegated to creating their arc flash labels in Microsoft Word. It may be because the label printer they bought didn’t come with real labeling software. It may be because they don’t know there is anything else out there they can choose from. But there is an alternative!

FacilityWare Suite

ISS, a leader in arc flash label printers, includes a full labeling suite with their SafetyPro line. This includes optional software like SKM or eTap as well! But even for users who aren’t doing large calculations, SafetyPro gives you plenty of options. You aren’t stuck trying to make labels in a word processor!

For users who are creating their own labels, FacilityWare makes the job easy. Simply drag-and-drop labeling elements onto your blank label and go. If you want a starting point, just open up one of the many included templates or images- there are thousands to choose from! There is almost no learning curve; FacilityWare was meant for labeling, and it makes it dead simple!

But what about all my old Word templates???

Heck, keep them and use them with the SafetyPro if you want to, but did you know that you can use the built-in FacilityWare templates or create your own new templates in seconds? That’s right, seconds- FacilityWare is made for labeling, so creating new labels is a snap… this isn’t your old word processor! FacilityWare is what the pros use!

Ready to get serious about labeling?

If you’re ready to get serious about labeling and start using real labeling software instead of a word processor, we’re here to help you out! Call 877-762-9280 to find out more today!

New labeling software makes Arc Flash Labeling easier

FacilityWare Announced

ISS, a leader in arc flash labeling, has just announced the release of a new labeling software package. FacilityWare Label Manager, as it is called, is to be included with every SafetyPro arc flash label printer sale. This also includes SafetyPro arc flash label printers sold in SKM packages!

FacilityWare Summary

The new software, FacilityWare, was designed from the ground-up to make labeling as easy as possible. Years of customer feedback have gone into the software package, and every feature that most customers need has been included. This means that OSHA and ANSI standards labeling are now easier than ever. FacilityWare includes:

• Over 4500 blank and pre-made label templates
• Over 2500 labeling symbols in the Image Library
• A quick and easy to learn “Drag-and-Drop ToolBox”
• Stretchable text for quick edge-to-edge label creation
• Use any font, any graphic; even custom ones, with no effort
• Stretch, rotate, invert or circular text in seconds

How does it compare to the competition?

FacilityWare literally blows the competition out of the water. While some companies are still expecting users to create labels in Microsoft Word or OpenOffice, SafetyPro has moved beyond these clumsy patchwork fixes to die-hard efficient custom labeling. FacilityWare does labeling, and it does it well.

FacilityWare Announced

ISS, a leader in arc flash labeling, has just announced the release of a new labeling software package. FacilityWare Label Manager, as it is called, is to be included with every SafetyPro arc flash label printer sale. This also includes SafetyPro arc flash label printers sold in SKM packages!
FacilityWare Summary

The new software, FacilityWare, was designed from the ground-up to make labeling as easy as possible. Years of customer feedback have gone into the software package, and every feature that most customers need has been included. This means that OSHA and ANSI standards labeling are now easier than ever. FacilityWare includes:Over 4500 blank and pre-made label templatesOver 2500 labeling symbols in the Image LibraryA quick and easy to learn “Drag-and-Drop ToolBox”Stretchable text for quick edge-to-edge label creationUse any font, any graphic; even custom ones, with no effortStretch, rotate, invert or circular text in secondsHow does it compare to the competition?
FacilityWare literally blows the competition out of the water. While some companies are still expecting users to create labels in Microsoft Word or OpenOffice, SafetyPro has moved beyond these clumsy patchwork fixes to die-hard efficient custom labeling. FacilityWare does labeling, and it does it well.

GSA Contract Awarded to Arc Flash Supplier

Industrial Safety Solutions (ISS) has been awarded a General Services Administration (GSA) contract for all of their SafetyPro vinyl labeling supplies. With the award of this GSA contract, ISS will be able to immediately offer significant new contracts to all federally funded entities.

The GSA is a USA federal government agency that often assists with procurement for other government bodies. The GSA maintains a database of pre-negotiated contracts, which lifts the burden of negotiating contracts and forming legal agreements with every government agency.

Joe Lyman, Business Development Manager and GSA Contract Manager at ISS notes that, “It isn’t easy to get a GSA contract with the federal government, but we’re glad we went through the process. With this new contract in place, we’ll be able to better serve government, military and private-sector CCR contractors across the board.”

GSA pricing is available on our SafetyPro line, which is compatible with the DuraLabel line. We offer the best GSA government price for SafetyPro and DuraLabel owners, to all federally funded entities.

For more info, call 877-762-9280

Engineers: Create custom arc flash labels on demand

Why settle for anything less than custom? Many arc flash engineers will complete their arc flash analysis, only to have to wait several more weeks for outsourced labels to be created.

What’s worse? Often you will pay up to $3 for each custom arc flash label that you have made by an outsourced company!

Luckily, there is an alternative. Engineers, start saving time and money by creating custom vinyl arc flash labels right from your PC for $0.65 per label!

The SafetyPro arc flash labeling system lets you create 4mil thick vinyl labels with a full-resin thermal transfer process. The resulting label will have exactly the information you want, in the exact format you prefer- it’s entirely up to you. Our labels are UV and scratch resistant, and have a PET over-laminate built-in for added durability.

Don’t be fooled, most manufacturers offer paper labels, or thin 2mil plastic labels that aren’t designed for permanent use. We offer the thickest, 4mil vinyl labels in the industry.

Contact us today at 877-762-9280 for more information on our durable vinyl label printers, ideal for arc flash labeling.

arc flash resource center

This link is a great bit of information to get you started on understanding the scope of the arc flash problem in the electrical industry. This page also has information relating to arc flash regulatory standards, and arc flash labeling.

http://www.industrialsafetysolution.com/arc_flash_resources.php

From the page:

“The electric industry is becoming increasingly aware of a phenomenon known as arc flash, a short circuit that passes through air between two live conductors, or between a live conductor and ground. This short circuit can be accompanied by incredible amounts of heat and pressure, and the results are often deadly. The frequency of reported incidents is on the increase, prompting increased awareness and action in the electric and safety industries.  “

Arc flash safety is paramount

For decades the issue of arc flash has been misunderstood. Today, it is absolutely imperative that companies learn to understand the risks associated with arc flash, as well as how to avoid arc flash accidents.

This blog is dedicated to exposing some of the risks and hazards associated with arc flash. This blog is also dedicated to demonstrating how these risks and hazards can be avoided.