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I have had no problems removing the Zebra labels from different
types of library materials. Depending on the surface to which the
labels are applied, I can either just carefully peel the sticker off or use a
little methelycellulose to loosen the adhesive. For example, the Zebra labels
come off of buckram, cloth, shiny/slick surfaces without any problems. We then just
place a new label in the same spot. If we are not putting a new label in the
same spot, I just use a little methelycellulose or a crepe eraser to remove any
residual stickiness. I have also had no problems removing the Zebra labels
from DVD/CD/Video cases, which I relabel a lot. The only surface I might have a
little more difficulty with is paper surfaces such as paperbacks and pamphlet
binders. Sometimes the first layer of the paper delaminates with the sticker. However,
this has not been an issue because we almost always place a new call number
label over the old spot. Again, I hope this answers your question! 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: Terry Kissner
[mailto:tkissner@xxxxxxxxxxxx] Heather, 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 information contained in this message is intended only for the
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