The labeling solution for supermarket and grocery store scales: Permanent linerless rolls

In the fruits and vegetables section, whether cut or self-service weighed, the scale label is the last link before the customer's basket. It must hold, remain legible until checkout, and never block the line. The 57 x 50 mm thermal linerless format, 19 mm core, permanent adhesive, was designed specifically for this task: weighing in supermarkets.

Why linerless in large retail

Linerless (or linerfree) eliminates the silicone backing that is usually discarded after each label. Practically, for a scale section running all day, this changes three things.

First, efficiency. Without a backing, a roll of the same diameter holds many more meters of labels. Fewer roll changes, fewer interruptions during weighing, operators stay at their stations.

Next, waste. No more silicone backing waste to manage behind the scales. For retailers committed to reducing in-store waste, this is a measurable and visible gain.

Finally, cleanliness of the station. No liner scraps lying on the floor of the section, no jams caused by backing. Linerless keeps up well with the pace of a fruits and vegetables section during peak hours.

The 57 x 50 mm format, 19 mm core

The 57 x 50 mm size corresponds to the standard label template for the majority of price-weight scales in food retail. The 57 mm width covers the full visual: product name, weight, price per kilo, total price, barcode, and date. The 50 mm length leaves room for the barcode and pictogram without cutting into the text.

The 19 mm core is the inner diameter expected by the print heads of scales. This detail, often overlooked, determines real compatibility: a roll with the right paper size but the wrong core won’t mount properly and will eventually slip.

The permanent adhesive ensures the label stays stuck on the tray, bag, or film from weighing until checkout, including after refrigeration.

Scale compatibility

This top thermal format is designed for the main brands of price-weight scales used in large and medium-sized stores:

  • Helmac
  • Ohaus
  • Digi
  • Exa
  • Mettler
  • Testut

Before ordering in volume, always check the exact format set on your scales: label width, cut length, and core diameter. Testing a sample on a scale in the section before multi-store deployment avoids unpleasant surprises.

Choosing the right scale reference

Depending on the scale model and the printed visual, the label length may vary. To cover the most common in-store configurations, here are the references from the permanent adhesive scale range:

Need a 19 mm core specific to your scale fleet? The reference Linerless 58 x 40 x 19 mm features this inner diameter.

Test before deployment

For deployment across multiple stores or several scale brands, order a sample and conduct a real test in the section. You validate in one day the format compatibility, thermal print quality, and adhesive performance on your packaging.

Have a question about compatibility with a specific scale model or a custom format? Contact us, we will guide you to the reference suited to your fleet.

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