Advice & Guidance
Practical insights from Actaprint covering print solutions, labelling, compliance and industry-specific requirements.
Explore our latest guidance below, with featured resources for healthcare and NHS teams.
Labelling
Reliable Transfusion Labelling: A Practical Guide for Haematology & Blood Transfusion Units
Reliable Transfusion Labelling: A Practical Guide for Haematology & Blood Transfusion Units
In Haematology and Blood Transfusion Units, labelling is far more than an administrative task. It is a patient safety safeguard, a compliance requirement, and a critical part of clinical workflow — from donation and storage through to final transfusion.
Yet labelling is often an area where unsuitable materials, handwritten processes or inconsistent formats quietly increase risk.
This guide outlines what NHS teams should consider when reviewing transfusion labelling, with a focus on accuracy, deep-freeze performance, and cost-effective compliance.
Printers
Choosing the Right Zebra Printer for Pharmaceutical Labels
Choosing the Right Zebra Printer for Pharmaceutical Labels
How to select a reliable, compliant, and cost-effective printer for your lab or pharma team.
When you’re working in a pharmaceutical environment, accuracy is everything. From sample identification to batch tracking and cold-chain workflows, your labels must print clearly, consistently and withstand demanding conditions. The right label printer isn’t just a convenience – it’s a key part of your compliance, efficiency, and quality assurance processes.
As an approved Zebra supplier, Actaprint supports pharmaceutical teams across the UK with dependable printers, compatible labels/ribbons, and technical advice. If you’re considering refreshing your printing kit, here’s a simple guide to help you choose the right Zebra model for your needs.
