Barcode Technologies & RFID Technologies now offer a Iron-On UHF RFID Textile, Linen & Laundry Tag Labels, Thermal Transfer Printable with 2D Barcodes and RFID Encoded for Industrial laundry & Linen applications, printed and encoded by the customer using their own thermal transfer printer. These on-Demand Printable Thermal Transfer UHF RFID Tag labels are supplied on rolls, UHF RFID Tags, Thermal Transfer, Heat-Seal, Size: 70mm x 22mm, Using a Zebra/Toshiba Tec, SATO RFID UHF RFID Printer. Iron-On UHF RFID Tag Labels (also called printable heat-seal laundry RFID labels) are a practical, on-demand solution for industrial laundry, linen management, hotels, hospitals, and uniform tracking. They combine the durability of traditional laundry RFID tags with the flexibility of customer-side printing and encoding.
Key Specifications:
Size: 70mm x 22mm (common standard for this category).
Format: Supplied on rolls for easy feeding into industrial printers.
Barcode, Text & Logo Printing & UHF RFID Encoding: Thermal transfer printable which supports text, logos, 1D & 2D barcodes like QR or DataMatrix as well as UHF RFID encoding in the same pass.
Attachment: Iron-on or heat-seal application - typically 200–210°C, 0.6–0.8 MPa pressure, 12–20 seconds depending on model.
Printer Compatibility: Designed for RFID-enabled thermal transfer printers such as Zebra e.g: Zebra ZT UHF RFID , SATO, and Toshiba Tec RFID Printers models with UHF RFID modules.
IC Chip: NXP UCODE 9xe or similar high-performance UHF chips with Global Frequency EPC Gen2, 860–960 MHz.
Durability: 200+ industrial wash cycles, resistant to high temperatures, pressure, detergents, drying, ironing, and sterilisation processes.
Main Benefits:
On-Demand Customisation: Print variable data (item ID, size, department, barcode) and encode the unique EPC at the point of use, ideal for variable batches without relying solely on pre-encoded tags.
Dual Identification: Human-readable barcode scan and RFID for bulk reading, providing redundancy if one fails.
Fast Deployment: No need to send items to a specialist for pre-tagging in all cases; apply during production, repair, or inventory setup.
Cost Efficiency: Reduces pre-printed stock waste and supports just-in-time labelling for new linens or uniforms.
Full Traceability: Integrates seamlessly with existing RFID systems for wash cycle counting, flow monitoring, inventory, loss prevention, and compliance (especially in healthcare).
How Application Works with Heat-Seal/Iron-On Adhesions:
Print and encode the label using your thermal transfer RFID printer.
Position the label on the garment/linen (usually on a hem, seam, or flat area).
Use a heat press or industrial iron-on machine at the recommended temperature, pressure, and time.
The adhesive backing bonds permanently to the fabric while protecting the RFID inlay.
This method is quick, tamper-resistant, and suitable for high-volume operations.
Typical Performance:
RFID Read Range: Up to 4–6+ meters (depending on reader, environment, and orientation).
Environment: Withstands commercial laundry processes (washing, tumbling, pressing, autoclave in medical settings).
Memory: Standard EPC + user memory for additional data if needed.
Best Use Cases: These align perfectly with the sectors mentioned earlier:
Hospitality: Hotel linens, towels, robes.
Healthcare: Patient gowns, surgical textiles - sterilisation tracking.
Corporate & Rental: Uniforms, workwear.
Laundry Providers: Automated sorting and billing.
Others: Sports clubs, high-end clothing brands.
Considerations for Implementation:
Test compatibility with your specific printer model (RFID antenna placement and power settings matter for reliable encoding).
Proper heat-seal parameters are critical — follow supplier guidelines to avoid damaging the chip.
Software integration: Use middleware or laundry management systems that support bulk RFID reading and link barcode/RFID data.
ROI: Combines low labour for application with dramatic reductions in linen loss and manual counting time.
Size: 70mm x 22mm printable iron-on UHF laundry labels include Barcode Technologies - www.barcode-uk.com
Contact in the UK: Barcode Technologies Ltd / RFID-UK Tel: 01442 872232 Email: sales@barcode-uk.com Websites: barcode-uk.com
