Thermal Ribbons

We offer competitively priced thermal transfer printer labels and ribbons in all sizes that are used to create shipping labels for cases and pallets, barcode labels, product identification labels, carton labels and much more. Unlike direct thermal printing which relies on the interaction of the chemical composition of the label paper and the thermal print head to produce an image, thermal transfer employs a thermal transfer ribbon during application. Thermal ribbon technology is simple and works by melting ink from the ribbon onto the label. Thermal transfer printing is reliable and low maintenance, and can be applied in a wide range of on-demand printing applications. Thermal transfer printing is also considered a highly cost-effective method of identifying products, while employing relatively inexpensive materials.

The ribbon produced in wax, wax/resin or resin compositions creates a strong, high contrast black coloring for a dense high-quality result.  While black is the dominant color used in over 99% of thermal transfer label printing applications, a variety of colored ribbons are available.

Let’s discuss the particular needs of your product identification project (substance resistant, weatherproof or general purpose as examples) so the correct label/thermal transfer ribbon combination can be provided for your unique application.  Whether you run a Datamax, Sato, Zebra or other brand of thermal transfer label printer we offer the right label/ribbon combination to suit your needs.

FLEX™ Thermal Transfer Ribbons are guaranteed to deliver superior print quality on the broadest number of materials.

Engineered to exceed the performance of other TTO ribbon brands, FLEX™ TTR has the Best-in-Class ribbon solution for FlexPackPRO®, Markem-Imaje®, Videojet®, and other leading TTO brands. Choose from Premium, Ultra, or Supreme Resin Ribbons.

The clear winner in its class, this premium “General Purpose” TTO ribbon is your high quality, cost-effective choice for traditional flexible packaging applications. Crisp text, codes and graphics with very good smudge and scratch resistance.

Remarkably versatile, FLEX™ ULTRA prints clear, dark images on most coated, uncoated and film substrates while providing added resistance to smudging, scratching and less friendly environments. Extra protection at an affordable price.

When durability is critical, and exposure to heavy contact, solvents or harsh environments is of great concern, FLEX™ SUPREME is the answer. This special resin ink formulation provides a nearly indelible image on flexible packaging film, pharma grade pouches and synthetic labels.

Our Xtend™ anti-static back-coating maximizes the life of your printhead.