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We in the Processing Unit at Milner Library at Illinois State
University use the Zebra 2844 heat transfer printer with 1” continuous
stock white labels. I highly suggest this option. We have found that these
stickers firmly adhere to just about every book and library material surface.
We currently use the labels on cloth and buckram covers, paperbacks, pamphlet
binders, boxes, Mylar, CD and DVD cases, etc… Since the printing process
uses heat transfer, the writing does not come off the labels. Also, the labels
are really difficult to write on so we don’t have to worry about them being
marked up. These labels do not require any time of label protector because they
are so durable. In fact, we have completely stopped using any type of acid free
tape or polyester label saver on all of our materials. We have also found that
we can print any kind of sticker we need for the library using Microsoft Word
and our Zebra printer. This last consideration was extremely important as we
made some labeling decisions for our new onsite storage area because the
physical area has very dry air and these Zebra labels were the only material we
found that would stick to every possible surface without peeling off. I hope this information helps! Heather ~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~- Heather Marie Kosur Illinois State University Milner Library Processing Campus Box 8900 201 North School Street Normal, Illinois 61790-8900 (309)438-5941 hmkosur@xxxxxxxxx From: Valinda.Carroll@xxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:Valinda.Carroll@xxxxxxxxxxxx] We are looking at changing the specifications for our call
number labels. Our tech services staff are currently using ink jet printers and
Gaylord Perma-Plus foil-backed labels 7017. My primary concern is that the ink
jet toner is not very durable (Hewlett Packard, but I don’t know which
ink). Although we are in the process from switching from PVC to Mylar
“label protectors,” I am looking for something that does not
require any protection. It has taken some time to phase in changes in physical
processing, since these processes are not generally managed by the Preservation
section. I would love to hear that there is a water-resistant,
abrasion-resistant, chemically stable option that does not require
“protectors.” I asked our tech services department to look into
this, but they were not able to provide any concrete suggestions (and seem
unwilling to do their own research). I read the previous postings about Zebra
printers with some interest, and I would love to know what is working at other
institutions. Valinda Carroll Preservation Manager Harvey Library Hampton University The
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