Last updated: 2026-01-03
High temperature labeling is where ordinary materials quietly fail: curl, shrink, adhesive creep, or print degradation. The “right label” is defined by your exposure profile — not your design.
To quote high-temp correctly, we need: max temperature, duration, surface type, and any chemicals/cleaners.
Define your heat exposure (don’t guess)
- Peak temperature: the highest temp the label sees
- Time at temperature: minutes vs hours vs continuous
- Heat cycles: repeated heat/cool stresses adhesives and films
- Surface: metal/plastic/powder coat; smooth vs textured
Material direction (practical)
| Environment | Common failure mode | Better direction |
|---|---|---|
| Warm equipment surfaces | Edge lift / adhesive creep | Heat-appropriate adhesive + tougher face stock (spec dependent) |
| High heat + harsh handling | Film distortion / print breakdown | Industrial-grade constructions (often PET-based; depends on spec) |
| Heat + chemicals | Adhesive/finish attack | Construction chosen for chemical compatibility (tell us what’s used) |
What to send us (copy/paste)
- Use case: equipment ID / safety / asset tracking / other
- Surface: ___
- Max temp: ___°C for ___ minutes/hours
- Chemicals/cleaners: ___
- Label size + qty: ___
- Application: hand / applicator model ___
If you’re not sure what you need, we’ll ask the right questions and spec a construction that matches real conditions. Request a quote →
Typical production is 3–5 business days after proof approval (rush by quote).