Schreiner ProTech unveils residue-free paint protection labels for Kratos Industries

GERMANY – Schreiner ProTech, a Germany-based specialist in functional labeling solutions, has introduced a new paint protection label designed specifically for Kratos Industries in Colorado. 

This innovation allows for clean detachment after painting without any residue or damage to the underlying coating, addressing key challenges in large-scale control cabinet production.

Kratos, which produces oversized control cabinets, experienced rapid expansion over the last five years. 

As operations grew, the company faced difficulties with accurate part identification. Previously, staff used wire shipping tags that often led to errors during handling. 

Attempts to switch to standard paint mask labels also fell short, as removal post-painting proved problematic and time-consuming.

In partnership with Schreiner ProTech’s team in Blauvelt, New York, Kratos’s manufacturing engineering group refined a streamlined process. 

The labels are now removed right after painting while components remain warm, ensuring a smooth peel-off that preserves surface integrity. 

This method improves inventory tracking and part traceability, critical for handling complex assemblies.

The solution supports Kratos’s ongoing growth by speeding up workflows. 

Clear markings reduce mix-ups in assembly lines, allowing teams to allocate components faster for upcoming projects. 

Production managers report fewer delays, which keeps schedules on track amid increasing demand.

Robert Esquibel, a key member of Kratos’s engineering team, stated that the partnership marked an essential step in scaling operations effectively. 

He highlighted how the labels integrated seamlessly into existing routines, minimizing disruptions.

Doug Stubbs, sales account manager at Schreiner ProTech, noted the importance of precise timing in both the collaboration and the removal technique. 

According to him, this attention to detail ensured the labels met real-world demands without compromising quality.

This development arrives at a time when manufacturers worldwide seek practical ways to cut waste in labeling processes. 

For instance, recent industry efforts emphasize removable adhesives that support circular economy goals by enabling material reuse. 

In Europe, similar residue-free technologies have cut disposal costs by up to 20% in automotive sectors, based on 2025 trials reported in trade journals. 

These advances show how targeted labeling can lower environmental impact while driving productivity.

Kratos plans to expand use of the labels across additional product lines, potentially influencing suppliers in the defense and aerospace fields.

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