Thermopatch HiQ Tape and Hytex Textile Marking Tape for Workwear
Permanent heat seal label tapes
Thermopatch HiQ tape and Hytex are professional textile marking tapes designed for commercial laundries, uniform services, industrial linen operations, and workwear management requiring durable, wash-resistant labeling. HiQ tape is the global standard in industrial laundry marking, offering flexible, strong branded tape with perfect adhesion for thermal transfer label printers. Available in multiple variants including standard HiQ, Hytex (with self-adhesive backing), HiQ FR (flame-retardant for protective workwear), and HiQ Clean (for barrier fabrics and cleanroom applications), these marking tapes are supplied as continuous rolls or pre-cut labels in various sizes and colors. Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified and compatible with Thermopatch HiQ thermal transfer printers, these textile marking tapes are supplied in South Africa by Unicorp for professional garment identification and tracking systems.
Global standard textile marking tape with perfect adhesion for workwear identification
Thermopatch HiQ tape is the industry standard for textile marking in commercial laundries and uniform services worldwide. The flexible and strong polyester cotton construction provides excellent durability while the thermoplastic adhesive delivers perfect bonding to workwear fabrics. When used with Thermopatch HiQ thermal transfer printers and HiQ ink ribbons, optimal print quality and adhesion are guaranteed. The tape withstands industrial washing at temperatures up to 95°C, maintaining label integrity and legibility throughout repeated wash cycles. HiQ tape is available in nine colors (white, yellow, orange, red, pink, blue, green, high visibility yellow, and mint green) for color-coded identification systems, and can be supplied as continuous rolls for on-demand printing or as pre-cut labels in standardized sizes. Custom pre-printing with logos or frames is available, allowing labels to function as name tags on workwear breast pockets or other garment areas.
Key benefits
- Global standard in industrial laundry: HiQ tape has been the worldwide standard for textile marking in commercial laundries for years, proven in demanding industrial applications.
- Flexible and strong construction: Polyester cotton textile base provides durability and flexibility, allowing labels to move with fabric without cracking or peeling during wear and washing.
- Perfect adhesion with thermoplastic bonding: Thermoplastic adhesive penetrates textile fibers and bonds permanently when heat sealed, ensuring labels remain securely attached throughout the garment lifecycle.
- Wash-resistant up to 95°C: Withstands industrial laundry washing at high temperatures, maintaining label integrity and print legibility through repeated commercial wash cycles.
- Nine colors available for coding systems: White, yellow, orange, red, pink, blue, green, high visibility yellow, and mint green enable comprehensive color-coded identification and sorting systems.
- Continuous or pre-cut formats: Supplied as 50-meter or 100-meter continuous rolls for on-demand printing, or as pre-punched labels in standardized sizes for faster application.
- Multiple tape widths and sizes: Available in widths from 30mm to 90mm with various label sizes to suit different garment types and labeling requirements.
- Custom pre-printing available: Logos, frames, or text can be pre-printed in any color combination, creating branded name tags or identification labels for workwear.
- Optimal quality with HiQ ink ribbons: When used with Thermopatch HiQ thermal transfer ink ribbons, guaranteed optimal print quality and durability.
- Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified: Meets international safety standards for textiles, ensuring labels are safe for direct skin contact on workwear and uniforms.
- Boxed set convenience: Supplied as complete sets containing 2 x 50-meter tape rolls, 1 x 104-meter ink ribbon, and printhead cleaning pad.
Product Variants
HiQ Tape (Standard)
The original HiQ tape for general workwear marking applications. Strong and flexible polyester cotton textile with thermoplastic adhesive. Thermal transfer printable top layer for crisp text and barcode printing. Wash-resistant up to 95°C industrial laundry washing. Available in nine colors and multiple widths (30mm to 90mm). Supplied as continuous tape or pre-cut labels. Ideal for uniform services, workwear rental, commercial laundries, and industrial garment tracking.
Hytex (Self-Adhesive HiQ Tape)
Hytex is HiQ tape with an added pressure-sensitive adhesive layer and carrier paper backing. This self-adhesive construction makes label positioning easy and prevents slipping during heat sealing. The label can be positioned accurately on the garment, then heat sealed for permanent bonding. Hytex is resistant to intensive washing processes just like standard HiQ tape. Available in the same sizes and colors as HiQ tape. Ideal for operations requiring precise label placement or working with difficult-to-position garment areas.
HiQ FR (Flame-Retardant)
For workwear where flame-retardant properties are essential, HiQ FR provides the same durability and adhesion as standard HiQ tape while meeting strict ISO standards EN ISO 15025 and 15797 for flame resistance. Required for marking protective workwear in industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, utilities, firefighting, and industrial manufacturing. Available in white only, supplied as continuous or pre-punched tape in the same sizes as standard HiQ products.
HiQ Clean (For Barrier Fabrics and Cleanroom Applications)
HiQ Clean features a specialized thermoplastic adhesive formulated to bond to barrier fabrics and synthetic materials used in cleanroom workwear. Designed for applications in microelectronics, pharmaceutical manufacturing, nuclear industries, and other controlled environments requiring specialized workwear. Wash-resistant up to 60°C industrial washing. Not suitable for surgical clothing sterilized using autoclave processes. Available in white only, supplied as continuous or die-cut tape in standard HiQ sizes.
Available Tape Sizes
HiQ Tape (Standard)
Hytex (Self-Adhesive)
HiQ Die-Cut Tape (Pre-Punched)
HiQ Clean (Cleanroom Applications)
Other sizes available upon request. Contact Unicorp for custom tape widths and label dimensions.
Technical Specifications
HiQ Standard Tape: Thermal transfer printable top layer, polyester cotton textile, thermoplastic adhesive. Wash-resistant up to 95°C industrial washing. Available colors: white, yellow, orange, red, pink, blue, green, high visibility yellow, mint green.
Hytex (Self-Adhesive): Thermal transfer printable top layer, polyester cotton textile, thermoplastic adhesive, pressure-sensitive adhesive, carrier paper. Wash-resistant up to 95°C industrial washing.
HiQ FR (Flame-Retardant): Same construction as standard HiQ tape with flame-retardant properties meeting EN ISO 15025 and 15797 standards. Available in white only.
HiQ Clean: Thermal transfer printable top layer, polyester textile, specialized thermoplastic adhesive for barrier fabrics. Wash-resistant up to 60°C industrial washing. Available in white only.
Ink Ribbons: Black ink ribbon supplied as standard in boxed sets. Also available in red, green, and blue for custom color printing applications.
Boxed Set Contents: 2 x 50-meter rolls of label tape, 1 x 104-meter ink ribbon, cleaning pad for printhead maintenance.
Certifications: Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified. Not suitable for mangling processes.
Storage: Keep away from oxidizing agents, alkaline and acidic materials. Store out of direct sunlight in cool, dry place. Shelf life estimated at more than 2 years under proper storage conditions.
Why Choose Unicorp
FAQs
HiQ tape is the standard product with thermal transfer printable top layer and thermoplastic adhesive that bonds when heat sealed to fabric. Hytex is essentially HiQ tape with an added pressure-sensitive adhesive layer and carrier paper backing. This self-adhesive construction allows you to position the label accurately on the garment before heat sealing, preventing slipping during application. Hytex is particularly useful for difficult-to-position areas or when precise label placement is critical.
HiQ FR is required when marking protective workwear that must meet flame-retardant standards such as EN ISO 15025 and 15797. This includes workwear for oil and gas industries, chemical processing plants, utilities, firefighting, welding, and other environments where flame-resistant clothing is mandatory for worker safety. Using standard HiQ tape on flame-retardant workwear could compromise the garment’s protective properties.
HiQ Clean features a specialized thermoplastic adhesive formulated to bond to barrier fabrics and synthetic materials used in cleanroom workwear. It is designed for controlled environments in microelectronics manufacturing, pharmaceutical production, nuclear facilities, and other industries requiring specialized protective clothing. HiQ Clean is not suitable for surgical garments that undergo autoclave sterilization processes.
Yes. HiQ tape can be custom pre-printed with logos, frames, or text in any color combination. This allows the tape to function as branded name tags on workwear, such as on breast pockets of uniforms. Pre-printed tape provides a professional appearance while maintaining all the durability and wash-resistance of standard HiQ products. Contact Unicorp for information on custom pre-printing options and minimum order quantities.
HiQ standard tape and Hytex are wash-resistant up to 95°C in industrial laundry washing and can withstand many wash cycles when properly heat sealed to appropriate fabrics. The exact number of washes depends on washing conditions, detergents used, and fabric type. HiQ Clean is rated for washing up to 60°C. When used with compatible Thermopatch HiQ ink ribbons and proper heat sealing procedures, labels remain legible and securely attached throughout the normal workwear lifecycle.
Black ink ribbon is supplied as standard in HiQ tape boxed sets. Additional ink ribbon colors available include red, green, and blue for custom color printing applications. When combined with the nine available tape colors, this provides extensive options for creating visually distinctive labels for different customer categories, service types, or identification purposes.