3M Electrical Markets Division together with DYMO^® Industrial, part of Newell Rubbermaid’s Technology global business unit, introduced a new addition to the 3M Portable Labelers product line, designed specifically for the unique needs of electrical markets. The Portable Labeler PL150 from 3M is the first in the family to feature a computer-style (QWERTY) keyboard.

The 3M Portable Labelers can be used for industrial jobsite applications to easily label wires, cables, modules, panels and blocks in addition to creating custom flags or vertical labels. The labelers print on a range of label materials, including heat shrink, for long-lasting labels that can stick to challenging surfaces. New label colors meet ANSI and ISO standards.

3M Electrical Markets Division together with DYMO^® Industrial developed the new Portable Labeler PL150 featuring one-touch formatting keys to enable quick creation of wire/cable wraps, flags, Code 39 and Code 128 barcodes, fixed-length labels and breaker labels.

All Portable Labelers use interchangeable Portable Labeler Refill Cartridges from 3M that are easy to load, print and peel and are available in a variety of materials suitable for a variety of surfaces and environments. Additional labelers from 3M include:

• The Portable Labeler PL100 for light commercial and residential environments offers
• The Portable Labeler PL200 for high-end electrical, MRO and construction professionals.
• The Portable Labeler PL300, with the 3M Portable Labeler Software and PC connectivity, for larger labeling jobs.

The 3M Portable Labelers are available through distributors serving electrical markets. For more information, contact the 3M Electrical Markets Division, A130-4N-36, 6801 River Place Blvd., Austin, Texas 78726-9000, USA, or call (800) 245-3573. Additional information also available online at www.3m.com/electrical.

About 3M Electrical Markets Division
The 3M Electrical Markets Division, based in Austin, Texas, designs, manufactures and markets products for electrical construction, industrial maintenance, utility and industrial power, and electrical and components. EMD has more than 60 years of experience serving customers with highly reliable products, including electrical insulating and conductive tapes; flexible insulation; power cable splices and terminations; high temperature, low-sag transmission conductors; heat shrinkable tubing and molded shapes; electrical wire connectors, terminals, tools and lugs; wire marking products; portable labeling devices; cable ties; and electrical diagnostic and detection products.

A recognized leader in research and development, 3M produces thousands of innovative products for dozens of diverse markets. More information about 3M Company is available online.

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3M Electrical Markets Division, Austin, TexasEditorial Contact:Jane Kovacs, 512-984-6747jkovacs@mmm.comFor all other inquiries:http://www.3m.com/MediaContact