Our magnetic data strips attach directly to metal shelving using a strong magnetic tape back, so there's no adhesive to apply or remove. They're the better choice over adhesive data strips or clip on data strips when layouts change often, as the whole strip lifts off cleanly and reattaches elsewhere in seconds. Best suited to metal shelf edges in warehouses, stockrooms and retail environments where pricing or promotions are updated regularly.
What are magnetic data strips used for?
Magnetic data strips display pricing, barcodes and product information along the edge of metal shelving. They work like adhesive data strips, holding a printed ticket in a clear window, but attach with a magnetic tape back instead of glue. This makes them well suited to shelving that gets reset often, such as promotional bays or warehouse racking.
How are magnetic data strips different from adhesive or clip on data strips?
Adhesive data strips use a self-adhesive tape and are best for a more permanent, one-time fit. Clip on data strips attach mechanically to a compatible shelf profile and can be unclipped by hand. Magnetic data strips use a magnetic tape back instead, so they hold to metal shelving without adhesive or a clip-on profile, and lift off just as easily when it's time to move them.
Will magnetic data strips work on any shelving?
They're designed to attach to metal shelf edges, where the magnetic tape can get a secure hold. On non-metal shelving, such as timber, laminate or plastic, the magnetic back won't hold and adhesive or clip on data strips are a better fit instead.
Can magnetic data strips be cut to length?
Yes. All of our magnetic data strips are supplied as a cut-to-order service, so you can order the exact length your shelving needs rather than working around a fixed pack size.
How durable are magnetic data strips in a retail environment?
They're made from partially recycled PVC with UV protection built in, which helps stop the clear ticket window yellowing under shop lighting over time. The magnetic back is designed for repeated use, so strips can be lifted off and reattached across multiple resets without losing their hold.
