In industry, warning signs are crucial for protecting employees from potential hazards and optimizing work processes. In this blog post, you will learn how to print warning signs yourself on site in 3 steps using a thermal transfer printer. The design is done with the help of the user-friendly Nice Label label software. Simply print your warning signs yourself in future: flexible, time-saving and permanently legible.
Step 1: Choice of warning sign materials and printing system
The basis for permanently legible warning signs lies in the selection of the right materials and the right printing system. When selecting the right material, the location of the application plays a major role (whether indoors or outdoors, in an office or in production or storage areas).
After selecting the material, you still need a suitable printing system. In addition to the right thermal transfer printer, this system also includes the right accessories, such as ribbon and the warning sign design software. You can use this to easily design the layout of your warning signs yourself. Our Texit labeling experts will be happy to help you choose the right printing system. This step is extremely important in order to be able to print permanently legible warning signs in the long term.
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Print triangular warning signs
The classic warning signs are triangular in shape and signal yellow in color.
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Print square warning signs
Rectangular warning signs are suitable for more space. Here, text and symbol can be arranged next to each other.
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Printer warning signs
With our handy TEP 5 thermal transfer printer, warning signs can be printed flexibly and are permanently legible.
Step 2: Creating the design
The Nice Label label software makes the design process much easier. With its user-friendly drag-and-drop interface, you can design Texit warning labels quickly and efficiently. All Texit products are already stored in the correct dimensions. Simply select your warning signs and start designing. From important safety instructions to a specific symbol - the software allows you to design your warning signs in a versatile and precise way with just a few clicks.
When designing, also think about clear and understandable communication. A well-designed warning sign should be immediately recognizable when entering the room and present relevant information in an easily understandable form. As a rule, there are also GDPR regulations that must be observed.
Step 3: Print warning signs
Once you have selected materials and created the design, it's time to print the warning signs. You can start printing easily and conveniently from your computer with just a few clicks, as our thermal transfer printers have a variety of interfaces.
Thermal transfer printing ensures high print quality and durability. Make sure that your printing system is optimally configured to achieve the best possible results. Your regular Texit contact will be happy to help you with this. We can install the printing system at our customers' premises on request.
In general, make sure that our manufacturers follow the instructions for thermal transfer printing at your site and have the printing system serviced regularly. This will keep your thermal transfer printer ready for use for a very long time and print your warning signs in the highest quality.
Advantages of printing your own warning signs
Self-printing warning signs is a cost-effective and flexible option that gives companies more control over their labeling systems. We have summarized the most important advantages for you:
1. flexibility and adaptability: The ability to create warning signs internally gives companies a high degree of flexibility. They can react quickly to changing requirements or new safety guidelines and adapt their signs accordingly.
2. rapid response to changes: In dynamic work environments where safety requirements change frequently, printing warning signs in-house allows for an immediate response. Companies can create and install new signs immediately without having to wait for external service providers.
3. cost control: Investing in your own thermal transfer printer and high-quality materials can be costly initially, but in the long run it allows you to control printing costs precisely. This is particularly beneficial for companies with a high demand for regularly updated warning signs.
4. in-house control over quality and consistency: Thanks to in-house production, companies have direct control over the quality of the warning signs. This includes not only the printing process, but also the selection of materials and compliance with safety standards.
5. quick access to required signs:Self-printing enables quick access to required signs. This is particularly important in emergency situations or when new labels are needed immediately.
FAQ Print your own warning signs
Can I also have my warning signs printed by Texit?
Can I also have my warning signs printed by Texit?
Of course, "having signs printed" is also possible at any time. For a small flat-rate fee, we can print your warning signs on site according to your individual requirements. Our labeling experts will clarify the requirements with you personally in advance as part of the Texit printing service. We then print the jointly selected signs with the desired notices, warning symbols or warnings and dispatch the signs ready for use.
Welche Arten von Schildern kann ich mit einem Thermotransferdrucker erstellen?
Welche Arten von Schildern kann ich mit einem Thermotransferdrucker erstellen?
A thermal transfer printer enables the creation of various signs, including information signs, warning signs, prohibition signs, warning signs and more. The versatility of the printing process allows you to flexibly design a wide range of safety and information signs. Depending on your needs and area, you as a company can produce the stickers individually on site. This allows you to apply permanently legible safety signage to the entire company premises (whether indoors or outdoors, in the office or warehouse).
How do I design effective warning signs for the workplace?
How do I design effective warning signs for the workplace?
When designing warning signs for the workplace, clear symbols, concise text and highly visible colors should be used. Nice Label label software with drag-and-drop function makes the design process much easier. Texit products with the correct dimensions can be easily selected in the program. You then create your design using drag-and-drop (also possible with data from Excel) and can view the preview in the overview and change it at any time if necessary.
Can I also print warning signs in landscape format?
Can I also print warning signs in landscape format?
Yes, all our thermal transfer printers support the printing of warning signs in landscape format. The choice of format depends on the requirements of the area of application and the design preference. A sign in landscape format is particularly suitable for combining images and text next to each other, for example. When creating the sign, pay attention to the size of the sign and the rules for safety signage.
What options do I have to customize my warning signs?
What options do I have to customize my warning signs?
You can design your warning sign according to your individual requirements by choosing symbols, colors and texts as desired. A thermal transfer printer enables a wide range of choices when labeling warning signs. With the simple Nice Label label software, you can create the design with your desired text and symbol(s) in no time at all.
How are warning signs used in the company to protect employees?
How are warning signs used in the company to protect employees?
Warning signs in industrial production are used to warn employees of hazards, communicate safety rules and ensure a safe workplace. Clear symbols and texts are used to clearly identify sources of danger. Strong colors should be used (such as signal yellow). This ensures that a warning sign is immediately noticed. For hazardous situations in outdoor areas, it is important to ensure that the information signs or prohibition signs are also suitable for outdoor use. This is the only way to ensure that the signs remain permanently legible, even in difficult weather conditions.
What information should be on a warning notice for visitors?
What information should be on a warning notice for visitors?
A warning notice for visitors should contain clear instructions on specific danger areas or rules of conduct. This serves to inform visitors of potential hazards and ensure their safety. A warning sign is often accompanied by an information sign or a prohibition sign. In a broader sense, these signs have the same function: they point out potential hazards and ensure greater caution in the hazardous environment. This reduces the potential danger in the industrial environment.
