Heavy Duty Labels on Chemical Bottles next to a hard hat with text Labeling Solutions For Every Environment

Heavy Duty Labels

Avery understands that there is a significant difference in adhesion strength and material requirements when labelling in harsh environments, offering a wide range of Heavy Duty labels that are perfect for taking on any tough task.

Made with an extra layer of plastic film for increased strength and durability, Heavy Duty labels are designed for tough environments where resilience and long-lasting performance is essential. Whether it’s for warehousing, logistics, manufacturing, construction, laboratories or outdoor settings, these labels are designed to withstand harsh conditions and environments.

Heavy Duty labels aid in preventing errors, improving safety, and streamlining operations. Providing clear and long-lasting identification, they adhere to a variety of substrates such as metal, wood, glass and plastic. From asset tracking to safety warnings, Heavy Duty labels ensure that important information remains visible and intact, improving efficiency and supporting compliance in industries that rely on rugged, dependable labelling solutions.
Heavy Duty Sign in industrial factory that reads Danger Chemical Storage Area
Avery Industrial - Asset Identification & Equipment Labels
Ultra Heavy Duty Labels in Bottles next to a Safety Google
Person's hands trying to peel off labels off a blue surface that are not coming off properly.
Warehouse with Rack Beam Label with Wooden Pallets and Boxes
Removable Heavy Duty Labels
Laminated Labels on a door that reads Notice Authorised Personnel Only
Cable Marker Labels attached to Laptop on Computer in the Office

Heavy Duty Labelling Solutions

Solutions for every environment

Avery Design & Print compatible

Water Resistant

Dirt Resistant

Standard Paper vs Heavy Duty Labels

Avery understands there’s a big difference in adhesion strength and material requirements when labelling in tough environments. But what are Heavy Duty labels? How do they differ from standard paper labels?

Standard paper labels are designed for general indoor applications. These labels are not waterproof, tear proof, UV, water, heat, dirt or oil resistant, so they are not as durable in harsher environments. Heavy Duty labels offer a stronger solution that can resist extreme temperatures and even chemicals.
Diagram describing the difference between Standard Paper Labels and Heavy Duty Labels. Heavy Duty Labels have Topcoat that is high abrasion resistant and a Heavy duty liner that is more robust

The construction of Avery’s durable Heavy Duty labels ensures the labels stick to nearly any surface, including:

  • Metal
  • Wood (pallets)
  • Glass
  • Plastic

Heavy Duty labels are engineered to withstand a range of conditions and hazards found across a variety of industries such as industrial, education, care and business, and are perfect for any application that requires a tough labelling solution.

They can be used for:

  • Safety warnings
  • Asset tracking
  • Hazard signs
  • Barcoding and labelling
  • High-temperature applications
  • Corrosive chemical storage
  • Industrial machinery labels
  • Outdoor signs and markings
  • Storage and inventory management
    Office signage

From manufacturing to laboratories to construction sites, these tough labels excel in any environment and offer unmatched durability.

Avery Design & Print Online Software

Create your own identification labels, safety signs or asset labels with our free and easy-to-use template software, Avery Design & Print Online
Instructions on how to use Design and Print. 1. Enter software code 2. Select template 3. Customise 4. Print.
  • Large range of safety and asset templates
  • Import data with mail merge
  • Generate barcodes, serial numbers and QR codes
  • Customise your own text, logos, graphics and images
  • Save your designs to your account and access anywhere and anytime. 

Frequently Asked Questions about Heavy Duty Labels

When it comes to heavy equipment, it’s best to use durable labels that are waterproof, tear proof, UV, heat, dirt, and oil resistant. Avery Heavy Duty labels are perfect for the job, with strong durability for a variety of applications.

The best way is to use a system that’s both durable and easily updateable. Barcodes and QR codes work great for quick scanning. Whatever you choose, consistency is crucial – every item should be labelled in the same way to avoid confusion.

 A safety label warns you of potential hazards and offers guidance on how to avoid them. These are non-negotiable in an industrial setting, often featuring symbols and colours that conform to specific standards.

We recommend using our online software to create professional looking safety labels and signs. We have a library of symbols and templates to choose from e.g. Fire Extinguisher, Warning, Inspection. Check out our signage templates here.

In Australia, the AS 1319-2004 standard outlines requirements for safety labels and signs. This covers everything from design and colour to the use of symbols and wording. Stick to this standard to ensure you’re compliant with Australian safety rules.

Safety labels prevent accidents and injuries. They play a critical role in maintain a safe work environment by clearly pointing out hazards.