National Band & Tag Company

09/01/2026

September is National Chicken Month! 🐔 🐤 🐣 Whether you're raising a small backyard flock, managing a commercial operation, or breeding exhibition birds, proper identification plays an important role in recordkeeping and flock management.

For over 124 years, National Band & Tag has manufactured poultry identification products right here in the USA, including wing bands, leg bands, spiral bands, seamless bands, clip-on blinders, toe punches, and more. With custom numbering, multiple materials and sizes, we offer identification solutions for poultry operations of all sizes.

Learn more about our complete line of poultry identification products: https://www.nationalband.com/poultry-bands/

09/01/2026

Our phone service has been restored, but we are continuing to experience occasional issues as we prepare to transition to a new phone system on September 21st. If you have trouble reaching us by phone, please email [email protected] and our team will be happy to assist you. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this transition.

Nuestro servicio telefónico ha sido restablecido, pero seguimos experimentando problemas ocasionales mientras nos preparamos para la transición a un nuevo sistema telefónico el 21 de septiembre. Si tiene dificultades para comunicarse con nosotros por teléfono, envíenos un correo electrónico a [email protected] y nuestro equipo estará encantado de ayudarle. Gracias por su paciencia y comprensión durante esta transición.

08/27/2026

We've been proud to supply Diverse Power with utility pole tags for more than 20 years.

Over the years, they've sent us tags removed from decommissioned utility poles after approximately 11, 14, and 20 years in service. The results speak for themselves—clear numbering, barcodes that still scan, and real-world performance after decades outdoors.

Check out our latest case study to see the side-by-side comparisons and learn more.

Read the full case study: https://www.nationalband.com/utility-pole-tag-case-study

Utility Pole Tag Case Study | 20 Years of Field PerformanceWhen a utility company installs identification tags on power poles, they expect those tags to remain readable for decades, not just survive a few seasons. Utility pole tags become part of an asset management system that line crews depend on....

08/24/2026

How do you keep hundreds of tent tops, poles, frames, and accessories organized?

Custom tent tags make it easy to identify tent sizes, sections, styles, and other important details in the field. Simply punch the appropriate holes when equipment is added to your inventory, and your crews can quickly identify what they need during setup and teardown.

National Band & Tag manufactures custom aluminum tent tags with your company name, logo, and identification system.

Learn more: https://www.nationalband.com/tent-tags-for-tent-rental-services/

Tent Tags for Tent Rental Services Have you ever shown up to a venue, started unrolling your tent, just to find out that you grabbed the wrong one? Or not have the right poles or frame? That’s no longer a problem when you properly identify all your rental tents with Tent Tags! After packing up you...

08/21/2026

Looking to brand your bird hunting gear? Custom bird bands aren't just for birds. They're a great way to add your company name, logo, website, phone number, or custom message to duck calls, lanyards, decoys, and other hunting gear.

Whether you're a custom call maker, outfitter, or hunting brand, our custom bird bands add a professional finishing touch that keeps your name in front of customers long after the sale.

See customer examples and learn how to design your own custom bird bands in our blog:
https://www.nationalband.com/bird-bands-for-lanyards-calls-and-hunting-gear

Bird Bands for Lanyards, Calls, and Hunting Gear National Band & Tag’s bird bands aren’t just for birds. They can also be used on lanyards, calls, apparel, decoys, gear, and other bird hunting accessories. Our bird bands can be customized with any information, including your company name, phone ...

08/18/2026

Not all energy source tags are temporary.

While lockout/tagout tags are used during maintenance, many facilities also use permanent metal energy source tags to identify electrical disconnects, valves, pneumatic lines, water shutoffs, gas isolation points, and more.

In our latest blog, we explain what permanent energy source tags are, why they're used, and how stainless steel tags provide long-lasting identification in demanding industrial environments.

Read the full article: https://www.nationalband.com/why-facilities-use-permanent-metal-energy-source-tags/

Why Facilities Use Permanent Metal Energy Source TagsWhether performing routine maintenance, servicing equipment, or following lockout/tagout procedures, employees must be able to quickly identify the correct energy source before work begins. That’s where permanent energy source tags play an impor...

08/15/2026

Today, we proudly celebrate 124 years of National Band & Tag! Since 1902, we've remained family owned and committed to manufacturing high-quality identification products right here in the USA. From animal identification and veterinary products to industrial, utility, parks, and custom identification solutions, we're honored to serve customers who rely on our products every day.

To our customers, employees, vendors, and partners, thank you for being part of our story. Your trust and support have helped us reach this incredible milestone.

Here's to 124 years of craftsmanship, innovation, and the relationships that continue to move us forward!

08/12/2026

We’ve had the opportunity to work with customers across industries, from wildlife research and poultry farms to utilities, manufacturers, veterinarians, parks, and more. If National Band & Tag has helped with your identification needs, we’d appreciate your feedback.

Your review helps others learn about our products, customer service, and experience working with our team.

Leave us a Google review here: https://g.page/r/CZmOqgMXVtEQEAE/review

Thank you for your support and for choosing National Band & Tag.

08/10/2026

Beat the fall rush and order your 2027 rabies tags early! The recommended 2027 rabies tag is the Green Bell (Style 153). Looking to provide even more value to your clients? Choose the Green Bell with Paw Finders (Style 153PAW), combining a rabies tag and lost pet recovery system in one tag.

Ordering is easy! Place your order online, email us at [email protected], or call us at 859-261-2035.

https://www.nationalband.com/plate-tag-shapes/rabies-tags

All Plate Tag Shapes Rabies Tags Round Tags Square Tags Rectangle Tags Diamond Tags Oval/Oblong Tags Triangle Tags Pet License Tags State & County Tags Miscellaneous Tags Easy Checkout

08/06/2026

Lead apron inspections are an important part of maintaining a radiation safety program. Whether you manage a hospital, imaging center, cath lab, surgery department, or physician office, keeping radiation protection apparel properly identified and organized can make annual inspections significantly easier.

By implementing a simple lead apron tracking system, facilities can improve inventory management, maintain accurate inspection records, and streamline future inspections.

Read more on how our Lead Apron Tags can help: https://www.nationalband.com/how-to-prepare-for-your-annual-lead-apron-inspection

How to Prepare for Your Annual Lead Apron InspectionLead apron inspections are an important part of maintaining a radiation safety program. Whether you manage a hospital, imaging center, cath lab, surgery department, or physician office, keeping radiation protection apparel properly identified and o...