It is difficult to imagine an organisation from the present age who are so used to touch screens etc. getting onboard with the concept of the Traffolyte. But these rather stiff plastic plates with large visible letters and symbols are still useful in various aspects of the United Kingdom’s economy and business. They are used in factories and warehouses, laboratories and electrical installations to name a few. Traffolyte labels often go unheard and unsung, but never underestimate their long-term job of being clear and long-lasting identification where it matters.

 But what are in fact Traffolyte labels, and why are they still relevant now that fabulous high-tech versions already exist?

Traffolyte is these days mostly recognised as a trademark referring to a certain type of engraved plastic, developed in the 1930s. It mainly consists of at least two or more layers of plastic of different colours that have been bonded together. It is engraved in such a manner that the black surface of the material wears off to reveal the white underneath and forms clear-cut letters or images and will not wear off.

As stated above, it can therefore be concluded that the strength of Traffolyte lies in the fact that it is relatively very easy to use and they work very effectively. Unlike paper labels and printed stickers, these labels are not prone to wearing off or degrading to a poor state when exposed to unfavourable conditions out there such as moisture, chemicals and extremes of temperatures; this makes them ideal for use in industrialisation since dependability is considered key.

Would you like to rely on a piece of paper that is labelled and hung on a wall when it comes to a crucial electrical circuit or a dangerous chemical storage area? Of course not. That is where Traffolyte is most useful, providing clear and simple numbers, which do not disappear for several years, or decades.

But it is not only the fact that they are long lasting that makes them the perfect option. These labels can truly be tailored in a way that the other label companies in the market cannot compete with. Maybe you desire a specific size or form? No problem. If you would like to add the company logo next to essential information, easy. Given the properties of Traffolyte, it becomes possible to use it in any design.

We cannot eliminate the factor of appearance. It is difficult to look elsewhere when you look at that Traffolyte label without getting an aesthetic satisfaction knowing that your working station is as clean as a new pin, or the professional look that it has. Whether it is the dissimilar edge provided to the white and the black, this product oozes class.

Of course, like any other technology, there are some drawbacks of Traffolyte. Therefore, it is not good for those cases where alterations or adjustments are frequently required. To most firms, these are but mere concerns that are outweighed by the benefits that are accrued to the implementation of the above.

Indeed, where can one encounter the Traffolyte labels in the real world? The short answer is virtually everywhere. If you find yourself in any industrial facility in England, you will not fail to see them being used as labels to show which safety gear is which or just to show some important information on the operations of a certain piece of equipment. They are widely used in offices, schools, and other public places and their uses include door signs as well as asset labels and directions among others.

 The usage of phase sequence indicates is one of the vital concerns for electrical installation. Here, good, clear, long-live signs are not a mere comfort, an extra, an option but a necessity, life and death issue. With the use of traffolyte labels, circuit identification is made possible together with the indication of the possible danger and this makes it possible to ensure that maintenance work can be done adequately without wasting a lot of time.

Due to the versatility of them, people who practice electronics and DIY use it in their projects ranging from trinkets like key chains to custom airplane instrument panels.

One can state that Traffolyte labels will continue to be an inseparable part of the world that constantly changes in digital aspects. Therefore, even though electronic displays and smart labels are new concepts in the market to capture some of the applications, there will always be a need for efficient, long-lasting and simple means of identification.

 Next time you encounter this type of label, consider that although it may not be the high-tech way of the twenty-first century, it is an excellent example of fine design and of craftsmanship that has its roots in the Industrial Revolution.