Why Linerless Labelling is a Game-Changer for Retail Businesses

Why Linerless Labelling is a Game-Changer for Retail Businesses

From clothing stores and supermarkets to takeaway outlets, the retail industry touches nearly every part of our daily lives — and labels are at the heart of it all. Pricing, packaging, promotions, and product information all rely on labels to keep operations running smoothly.

But with such a wide range of labelling requirements, traditional labels can create inefficiencies. That’s where linerless labelling comes in — offering flexibility, efficiency, and sustainability that makes it the perfect fit for modern retail.

The Challenge: Retail’s Diverse Labelling Needs

Retail is one of the most dynamic industries, with constant demand for labels that serve different purposes:

·      Pricing labels that need frequent updates.

·      Packaging and product labels with variable content like weight, ingredients, or dates.

·      Promotional labels for in-store offers and campaigns.

Traditional labels often struggle to keep up with this variety. Fixed label lengths mean businesses either purchase multiple printers or stop operations to swap rolls — both of which slow down productivity. On top of that, backing liners add extra waste and handling time.

The Solution: Linerless Labels

Linerless labels are designed to solve these challenges. Unlike pre-cut traditional labels, they offer variable length printing, allowing businesses to customise label size on demand. This means one roll of linerless labels can be used for a wide range of applications — from deli counters to checkout counters — with no need for multiple media types.

Key benefits for retailers include:

·      Flexibility – Print the label length you need, when you need it.

·      Fewer roll changes – More labels per roll means less downtime.

·      Waste reduction – No backing liners to peel and dispose of.

·      Improved efficiency – Operators can focus on serving customers, not handling waste.

·      Efficiency Meets Sustainability

For busy retail environments, small time savings add up fast. Eliminating liner waste not only boosts efficiency but also reduces slip hazards and supports sustainability goals. By generating less waste, retailers can lower their environmental impact while keeping operations smooth and customer-focused.

It’s a win-win: faster processes, safer workplaces, and greener operations.

Go Linerless with PDC

At PDC, we supply a full range of linerless-ready printers and labels tailored for retail applications. Whether you need heavy-duty industrial printers for the back office, compact desktop printers for counters, or mobile printers for on-the-go labelling, we’ve got the solution.

We also provide linerless cleaning kits to keep your printers performing at their best, along with high-quality linerless label stock compatible with our systems.

Ready to streamline your retail operations with linerless technology? Get in touch with the PDC team today to find the perfect fit for your business.