Herma LAM laser-activatable material for labels

The Herma LAM laser-activatable material is a label paper that has been specifically developed for use with CO₂ laser inscription. When the laser makes contact with the material, its specialised coating changes from white to black. There is no damage to the label itself and the inscription won’t smudge or scratch off, making it suitable for use in dusty or harsh environments, as well as for standard food, beverage or pharmaceutical application.

The label material, coupled with CO₂ laser technology, is suitable for high-resolution text, graphics and barcodes and can be used on all print orientations. Depending on the print size, it can deliver up to 200 labels per minute, is said to be more robust than thermal transfer and UV and temperature resistant.
There is no need for thermal transfer ribbons or replacement of thermal printheads, which provides a saving on consumables.

The system is fast and accurate with sharp, precise edges (high-resolution is available even in small fonts) which gives greater flexibility for customised printing - on or off the production line - before or after label application.

The REA-JET CL laser coding system integrated with the HERMA 400 compact label applicator becomes an all-in-one print and application system.The Herma LAM self-adhesive material is smudge-proof, scratch-proof and resistant to solvents and grease, making it suitable for a range of applications.