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Transportation costs are rising, which is why product prices are rising. There’s also a growing shortage of truck drivers, making matters worse. All of this is putting American companies in a bind. Experts from different companies and our own Smith Corona team weigh in on why freight rates are rising and what companies can do to handle it.

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Paper mills finally have the power to increase prices. After years of surviving a growing decline and paper thin margins, things are changing. Price increases have already found their way through the supply chain. So what does this mean going forward? We’re exploring how this boom in our niche industry is bringing balance back into the marketplace.

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The trade deficit between the US and China has reached new heights. While the President has been focused on steel and aluminum, another American industry is suffering: thermal transfer ribbons. How exactly has this American industry been impacted by Chinese manufacturers? Import loopholes, government subsidies, and favorable export rebates are key factors.

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Thanks to the recent, massive ecommerce boom, there will likely be a strain placed on the release liner and thermal label industry. As the trend of buying online continues to grow, so does the volume of shipping. Here’s how companies like Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) are revamping their operations in order to cope.

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A key chemical used in the making of direct thermal paper is about to be in low supply and high demand thanks to a plant shutdown in China. This shortage will have worldwide ramifications in every industry across the supply chain. How are these closures going to affect the label & receipt industry?

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Picking the right adhesive for your label application is critical in determining how the label performs, especially in cold and freezer environments. These frigid temperatures cause labels to not stick or fall off after they’ve been applied, which can end up hurting your business. This guide will ensure you choose the right one.

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Businesses rely heavily on barcodes. Automating data collection and reducing human errors are key factors to ensure accuracy when acquiring information. This extensive guide has everything you need to know about shipping labels, barcodes, adhesive types, printer technology, application, thermal transfer vs direct thermal and more.

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Cold and moist environments make applying labels very tricky. Labels don’t stick properly and ink can end up smearing. This causes a wide range of problems for your business. And you don’t want to waste time reprinting and reapplying labels so it’s important to use the right kind for your cold environment. Labels like all-temp and freezer grade adhesive can help!

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Buying the wrong labels for your cold storage can have consequences far greater than the cost of the labels. Label failure can result in problems from missing a shipment deadline to dealing with perishable inventory. Cold supply chains can’t take this risk. Here’s how to avoid picking the wrong type of label and what you really need for your freezer.

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Smith Corona was a well-known name in the typewriter industry. Now a vertically integrated label manufacturer, we still recognize our history producing these machines and have compiled a list of patents showcasing how we came to grow as a company. Take a look at our extensive list of historical patents.

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