Get metal tag samples to compare quality closely

Most metal tag manufacturers offer to ship you free samples of their products if you're looking to buy a large quantity of tags. Simply request a sample and compare.

I recommend: Determine the size of tags you'll want first so you know what sizes for which to request samples. Request samples from several  manufacturers like Alliance Asset Tags, Horizons, and Yuell Nameplate & Label to compare the quality.

Get quotes on the exact number of metal tags you need

The same companies that offer free sample tags for comparison will typically offer easy online quotes for custom metal tags.

I recommend: Simply request a quote from the same companies that send you samples, such as Horizons and Alliance Asset Tags, to compare their prices on specific numbers of metal tags in addition to the quality.

Examine the different features on metal asset tags

Metal asset tags features abound. You can typically alter the color scheme, add your logo or choose from barcoded, numbered or non-numbered series.

I recommend: Select from barcoded or numbered options, or barcoded, numbered and non-numbered, as your basic options for metal asset tags. Also select from different types of coloring options or select multiple colors for your metal labels, and with basic options you can frequently fill in the text for custom metal tags and order directly online.

Shop blank metal tags and engraved metal tags for signage and identification

Buy blank metal tags in bulk and have them engraved later for identification needs, or get engraved metal plaques to use as signs or nameplates.

I recommend: For identification purposes, consider basic round metal tags, which can be purchased either with sequential numbering stamped into them or as blank metal tags, or get more specialized livestock tags or pet identification tags. For engraved metal tags, choose either aluminum, for indoor use, or stainless steel, for both indoor and outdoor use.

Apply metal labels correctly for ID that lasts

Learn how adhesive works with metal labels, and find out how to apply them to the best spots for lasting identification.

I recommend: Learn how to apply tags so that they adhere to the surface you need to label, and where to place metal asset tags or other metal labels so that your metal identification tags don't peel off or get easily worn out.