The EAN, GS1-128, DataMatrix, GS1 QR standards and the quiet zone.
In industrial label production, GS1 barcodes are often an underestimated technical element—until problems arise on the production line or out in the market. Yet it is precisely these details that determine whether labels hold up in real-world environments, whether they are compatible with automatic labeling machines, and whether they protect product information throughout the entire lifecycle.
Hirich approaches GS1 barcodes from hands-on experience with hundreds of businesses across cosmetics, food, pharmaceuticals, beverages, and logistics. We don’t just advise on materials—we analyze the entire label journey: from the raw material warehouse, through the printing press and die-cutting machines, to the labeling line, and ultimately the consumer’s usage environment.
Print Factors Affecting Scanability: Contrast, Size, and Surface
Every business has its own unique challenge: some need labels that withstand bottle washing cycles in the beverage industry, some need labels that stay intact in -25°C freezers, and others need labels that resist solvents in the chemical sector. No single label solution fits all. Hirich works directly with our customers’ technical teams to pinpoint exact requirements and recommend the most optimal label structure.
Comprehensive solutions from Hirich
Hirich is committed to supporting you at every stage: from initial technical consultation, sample approval on actual materials, production with rigorous QC, to after-delivery support. We understand that a defective label roll is not just wasted material—it can bring an entire packaging line to a halt. That is why every batch of labels leaving Hirich’s facility undergoes meticulous inspection to ensure seamless operation from the very first run.
What sets Hirich apart is not our machinery—many print shops have similar equipment—but rather our standardized technical control process. Every order goes through three inspection stages: material approval, on-press proof approval, and random in-production checks. This process requires additional time at the preparation stage, yet it saves considerable time and troubleshooting costs down the line.
Hirich’s sample approval process is our commitment to quality: customers see, touch, and inspect labels on their actual products before approving production. No guesswork, no subjectivity, no surprises. This is the standard Hirich applies to every customer, from startups to multinational corporations.
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