One of the main reasons for labelling one's property with asset tags is to minimise the likelihood of loss and theft. Many asset tags are branded with that company's name and logo; here's one that we made for a lawn care company:
Not only does the above label feature the company's name and imagery, it also lists the unique model and warranty numbers of the item in question. This means that the labelled item is instantly identifiable - if it were to go missing, the company would be able to establish exactly which of their assets had disappeared, and if found, they would be able to confirm their ownership of the item thanks to the branded, numbered asset tag.
But what if somebdoy were to remove the tag? This is a common problem, especially when it comes to valuable electronic equipment; thieves will peel off asset labels to avoid detection and to sell the item on without provoking suspicion. With the asset tag gone, it will be much harder to identify the missing/stolen equipment as your own, and it may well be impossible to prove your ownership of it.
That is where destructible and tamper evident labels come in. These high-security tagging products are designed to prevent removal and tampering, thereby ensuring that your assets remain uniquely identifiable no matter what happens.
- Tamper evident asset tags consist of two parts. The two parts of the label cannot be removed intact, and any attempt to restore the label after attempted removal will be easily spotted, as the two parts cannot be re-attached. When a tamper evident label is removed, it leaves behind a permanent printed pattern to show that the tag has been taken off.
- Destructible asset labels are slightly simpler. They are designed to fragment (tear) upon attempted removal, making it practically impossible to remove the tags cleanly.
If you are serious about protecting your equipment, these high-security tagging options could well be the best possible solution. Contact Label Source for further details, or click here to see our full range of asset tags and labels.
