Frequently Asked Questions

Products & Technology

ValiGate® is uncopyable QR code technology developed by the brand KURZ SCRIBOS. Unlike standard QR codes that can be photographed and reprinted, ValiGate® codes contain cryptographic security features that make counterfeiting impossible. This technology has been in the market for 20 years with zero successful imitations to date.

Standard QR codes are simple data carriers that can be copied in seconds. ValiGate® codes incorporate multiple security layers:

Cryptographic Uniqueness: Each code contains encrypted data that cannot be extracted

Physical Security Features: Microscopic elements verified during scanning

Real-Time Verification: Server-side authentication against secure database

Copy Detection: Photographed or reprinted codes are instantly detected as counterfeit

OET provides three product variants as the application and sales partner of the brand KURZ SCRIBOS in Türkiye:

ValiGate® Standard: Adhesive label with uncopyable QR code for application to existing packaging

ValiGate® Green: Environmentally friendly variant using sustainable materials while maintaining full security features

ValiGate® Direct Print: QR code printed directly onto packaging during production — no separate label required

For brands with existing packaging designs, OET can provide just the ValiGate® QR code for integration into existing packaging. This option allows brands to maintain their current designs while adding uncopyable authentication.

SCRIBOS 360 Platform & Service Packages

SCRIBOS 360 is a digital platform developed by the brand KURZ SCRIBOS that transforms product authentication data into business intelligence. The platform includes four modules: Authentication, Grey Market Detection, Customer Interaction, and Data Analytics.

Important: Direct access to the SCRIBOS 360 platform is offered as a premium add- on. The standard package includes OET-managed reporting services.

STANDARD PACKAGE (Included):

Consumer authentication via smartphone camera (no app download required)
Custom verification screen design and link placement (client provides design)
Link updates and maintenance throughout the year
Daily reporting of suspicious detections with locations
Same-day notification when counterfeit detected
Weekly general summary report

PREMIUM PACKAGE (Additional Fee):

Direct access to SCRIBOS 360 platform
Real-time dashboards and analytics
Full access to all modules
Advanced geographic heat maps
Customer engagement tools and loyalty program integration

In the standard package, all reporting services are performed by OET through the KURZ SCRIBOS platform. OET monitors authentication data, compiles reports, and delivers them to clients on the agreed schedule. This managed service approach ensures clients receive actionable insights without needing to navigate the platform themselves.

Same-day notification. When the system detects a suspicious scan pattern or potential counterfeit, OET notifies the client within the same business day. Daily detailed reports include all suspicious detections with their geographic locations.

OET provides maximum flexibility with four authentication options:

FREE Options:

Camera Scan (No App): Works with any smartphone camera. Instant verification. Zero barriers for consumers

OET App: Free download, optimized experience, enhanced security

PREMIUM Options:

White-Label App: Custom mobile app with your own brand name and design

Existing App Integration: SDK integration into your existing mobile application

With camera-only scanning, sophisticated counterfeiters could theoretically create fake QR codes redirecting to lookalike domains. The brand KURZ SCRIBOS actively monitors for such attempts and blocks them. However, for maximum security, the OET App (free) connects directly to SCRIBOS 360 servers, making domain spoofing impossible.

Implementation & Integration

OET provides turnkey implementation with three options:

Adhesive Labels: ValiGate® labels applied to existing packaging — minimal production changes

Integrated Labels: ValiGate® incorporated into existing label design

Direct Print: ValiGate® printed directly during packaging production

Implementation timeline varies based on selected package and order quantity, typically ranging from 15 days to 2 months:

15–30 Days: Standard package, moderate quantities, existing packaging design

1–2 Months: Premium package, large quantities, or complex integration requirements

OET provides a detailed timeline tailored to your specific requirements during the initial assessment phase.

Key Insight: While turning your customers into your own inspectors, you're also turning them into brand fans.

Customer participation transforms authentication from a passive security feature into an active brand engagement opportunity:

Distributed Inspection Network: Every consumer who scans becomes an unpaid field inspector

Brand Trust Building: The verification act creates a brand interaction moment

Emotional Connection: Customers develop an ownership mentality toward the brand

Viral Protection: Engaged customers share their verification experience

Feedback Loop: Direct consumer interaction provides invaluable market insights

Verification screen design is provided by the client and implemented by OET. This includes visual design, brand elements, and additional content displayed when consumers verify product authenticity. OET handles technical implementation, link placement, and ongoing maintenance.

Yes. Link designs, promotional content, and verification screen elements can be updated throughout the year as part of the standard service. This allows brands to run seasonal campaigns, update product information, or modify the consumer experience without additional technical work.

Technical Specifications

Important: Internet connection is required for authentication.

ValiGate® authentication requires real-time server communication to verify each scan against the secure database. Requirements:

Internet Connection: Active mobile data or Wi-Fi during scan

Smartphone: Any smartphone manufactured after 2015 with a functioning camera

No App Required: Basic verification works with native camera app

The following data is collected during authentication scans:

IP Address: For geographic location estimation

Location: City-level from IP address

Timestamp: Date and time of scan

Scan Result: Authentic, suspicious, or counterfeit status

No personally identifiable information is collected unless voluntarily provided through consumer engagement features.

All data is processed within the European Union or in countries with EU Adequacy Decisions. The platform operates under German law from Heidelberg, Germany, with full GDPR compliance.

The Client is the Data Controller. KURZ SCRIBOS is the Data Processor. Your data belongs to you.

This is documented in the formal Data Processing Agreement (DPA). Clients have the right to access, export, or delete their data at any time.

Strategic Questions for Executives

Key Differentiators: 20 years zero imitation | 30–40% cheaper than hologram | Your data, your ownership

ValiGate® is fundamentally different from many solutions in the market. Here are two simple tests you can perform yourself:

TEST 1 — Photocopy Test:

Take any authentication solution and photocopy it. Then scan it. Does it immediately say "This is not original"? Other solutions don't detect copies. ValiGate® does — instantly and definitively.

TEST 2 — Simplicity Test:

Scan the code. Do you need to enter a code, answer questions, or take additional steps? With ValiGate® — no codes, no extra steps, instant authentication.

ValiGate® Advantage:

20 years on the market with zero successful imitations. Trusted by BMW, Mercedes, Stellantis, Bayer, NIVEA, and TotalEnergies.

SCRIBOS 360 transforms every scan into business intelligence and marketing opportunity:

Customer Engagement: Loyalty programs, promotions, competitions, product information

First-Party Data: Direct connection with verified purchasers — your data, no intermediaries

Gen-Z Positioning: Digital-native experience for younger consumers

Grey Market Intelligence: Real-time visibility into unauthorized distribution

"Unpaid Brand Detectives": Every consumer becomes part of your verification network

Clear answer: You are the Data Controller. KURZ SCRIBOS is the Data Processor. Your data belongs to you.

Legal Framework: Full GDPR compliance (EU Regulation 2016/679)

Processing Location: European Union or EU Adequacy Decision countries

Governing Law: German law; platform operated from Heidelberg, Germany

Your Rights: Access, export, or delete data at any time

Audit Rights: You may audit KURZ SCRIBOS facilities with 4 weeks notice

ValiGate® is 30–40% cheaper per unit than market-leading hologram solutions.

Beyond unit cost, total cost of ownership also favors ValiGate®:

No Equipment Changes: Integrates with existing lines — no capital investment required

No Specialized Training: Any smartphone user can verify

No Field Inspection Teams: Consumers and partners become your verification network

Key performance indicators for authentication investment ROI:

Counterfeiting Reduction: Scan data reveals hotspots; measure seizure and enforcement success

Grey Market Elimination: Track reduction in unauthorized channel activity

Brand Trust Scores: Consumer surveys on product authenticity confidence

Customer Engagement: Scan rates, post-scan interactions, loyalty participation

Timeline: Measurable impact within 6–12 months; full ROI realization at 18–24 months.

The counterfeiting landscape is accelerating and regulatory pressure is increasing:

Regulatory Drivers:

EU Digital Product Passport: Basic DPP for textiles from 2027

FDA FSMA Traceability Rule: Compliance deadline: January 20, 2026

SFDA/GCC Requirements: Certificate of Conformity required for food imports

Strategic Window: Brands implementing authentication now gain competitive advantage. Those who wait face higher costs and rushed implementation.

Is ValiGate® Right for Your Brand?

Review the statements below. If you identify with one or more, ValiGate® was designed for brands like yours.

CHECK THE STATEMENTS THAT APPLY TO YOUR BRAND:

"Our products are being counterfeited, and it's affecting our brand and customers."

"Protecting our customers from fake products is a priority, not just a checkbox."

"We want to build long-term brand trust and authenticity reputation."

"EU regulations, traceability requirements, or Digital Product Passport are on our roadmap."

"We believe in transparency — sharing accurate product information with consumers."

"Once we decide, we move fast — we can pilot within 30–90 days."

"We're looking for a long-term solution partner, not a one-time vendor."

"We're open to digital consumer engagement — QR scans, campaigns, loyalty programs."

If you checked even ONE statement above, contact us today. Your brand is exactly who ValiGate® was designed for.

Seafood Labels

Seafood labels face some of the harshest conditions in the packaging industry. They must withstand:

Deep-freeze storage (–18°C and below)
Heavy condensation and moisture exposure
Freeze-thaw cycles during logistics
Wet application on PE/PP films and iced boxes
Extended cold-chain storage (6–12 months)

OET uses deep-freeze acrylic adhesives and wet-strength reinforced papers specifically engineered for these conditions.

European Union (EU Reg 1169/2011):

Mandatory FAO fishing zone indication
Production method (wild-caught/farmed)
Allergen declarations with prominence rules

Canada (CFIA):

Mandatory bilingual labelling (English/French)

Nordic Countries:

Enhanced sustainability and FSC-certified material requirements

Incorrect adhesive chemistry: Standard adhesives crystallize at sub-zero temperatures
Low initial tack on wet surfaces: Fresh fish packs are often damp at application
Freeze-thaw cycles: Temperature transitions cause expansion/contraction stress
Wrong facestock: Materials not matched to surface energy of PE/PP films

PP/PE Films: For deep-freeze, high clarity for barcode scanning
Wet-Strength Papers: For carton boxes requiring moisture resistance
Deep-Freeze Adhesives: UPM DF acrylic or low-temperature hot-melt systems
Food-Contact Compliant: EU Regulation 10/2011, FDA 21 CFR 175.105

Volume flexibility: 10,000 to 1,000,000+ labels per order
Standard lead time: 10–15 working days
Expedited production available for urgent requirements

Yes. OET produces export-ready multilingual labels compliant with EU, Nordic, Canadian, and MENA market requirements including Arabic/English/French combinations.

Tyre Labels FAQ

Regulation (EU) 2020/740 requires all tyres sold in the EU to carry a standardized label displaying:

Fuel efficiency class (A to E scale)
Wet grip class (A to E scale)
External rolling noise (dB value and class A/B/C)
QR code linking to EPREL database
Ice grip and snow grip icons (where applicable)

Non-compliant labels can result in customs delays, market access rejection, and fines.

FullPrint EU Tyre Label:

Complete printed labels, flexo or digital, up to 8 colours
MOQ: from 10,000 labels/SKU

HybridFrame Semi-Printed:

Pre-printed brand elements with blank zones for variable data
MOQ: 5,000–10,000 labels per template

BlankGrip Unprinted:

Tyre-grade materials only
MOQ: 20,000–30,000 labels per size

Regular labels fail on tyres due to:

Low surface energy: Rubber requires specialized adhesive chemistry
Dusty warehouse conditions: Contaminants interfere with adhesion
Temperature variations: Storage and shipping expose labels to shifts
Long logistics chains: Labels must survive extended shipping routes

Minimum order quantities are:

FullPrint: from 10,000 labels per SKU
HybridFrame: 5,000–10,000 labels per template
BlankGrip: 20,000–30,000 labels per size

Yes. We do not change materials mid-season. You receive the same facestock, colour calibration, and adhesive performance throughout your order cycle.

OET tyre labels are used by:

Tyre importers and distributors entering EU markets
Private label tyre brands
Regional wholesalers managing multiple SKUs
Industrial label printers seeking quality base materials

Citrus & Fresh Produce Labels FAQ

Fruit Tags (200–230 μm):

For citrus, pomegranate, avocado, mango, stone fruit
Low-tack, residue-free, or medium-tack adhesive options
Thermal top-coated for QR, GTIN, batch & date printing

Mini Labels (PLU / QR / Branding):

Low-tack for delicate skins
PLU, DataBar, QR & branding compatible
Ultra-consistent die-cutting for smooth dispensing

The 200–230 μm range provides optimal balance for automatic dispensing and shape retention. Issues with other calipers include:

Too thin: Tearing, misfeeds, bending during application
Too thick: Rejection by applicators, improper wrapping

OET labels are compatible with major packhouse equipment, including:

TOMRA/Compac sorting systems
Maf Roda labelling machines
Unitec fruit handling equipment
Aweta grading and labelling
Sinclair-type applicators and custom regional machinery

OET uses specialized adhesives for different skin types:

Citrus: Oily skin — adhesives for low-energy surfaces
Apples: Waxed, smooth — careful tack balance
Stone fruit: Fragile — ultra-low-tack required
Avocado: Porous and bumpy — specialized adhesive

Available eco-label options include:

FSC-certified paper facestocks
BPA-free coatings
Residue-free adhesives
Compostable options where performance allows

OET labels support key traceability standards:

GS1 barcode compatible (GTIN, DataBar)
QR code printing for batch/lot tracking
GLOBALG.A.P. material requirements awareness
FDA food-contact safe constructions

OET operates from Mersin, Türkiye — one of the Mediterranean's most important citrus and fresh-produce export hubs. This provides direct access to packhouse operations and export logistics expertise.

Blank Labels FAQ

OET manufactures the following types of blank labels:

Roll Blank Labels: Thermal eco/top-coated paper, PP/PE film
Fan-Fold (Z-Fold): For desktop & industrial printers
Custom Size & Shape: Any size, special die-cuts
Cold-Chain & Deep-Freeze: Adhesives rated to –20°C
Healthcare & Laboratory: Tubes, vials, wristbands

Roll Labels: Direct roll feeding, limited storage, automated applicators

Fan-Fold Labels: Flat exit, multiple operators, long print jobs, consistent feeding

Wrong material selection can lead to issues such as:

Labels curl inside the printer
Edges lift in cold rooms
Print fades, barcodes become unreadable
Customer complaints and refund requests

Available adhesive options include:

Permanent: Standard warehouse and shipping
Removable: Temporary labelling
Cold-Chain: Refrigerated storage (2–8°C)
Deep-Freeze: –20°C and below
Medical-Grade: Chemical-resistant for healthcare

OET labels are compatible with:

Desktop thermal printers (Zebra, TSC, Honeywell)
Industrial thermal/TTR printers
Medical thermal printers
Optional: Inkjet and laser compatible surfaces

OET blank labels are used by:

Barcode printer & automation solution providers
Logistics and warehouse integrators
Food, seafood, meat & frozen manufacturers
Healthcare & lab automation suppliers

Yes. We do not change facestock, adhesive, or liner mid-season. Same surface, same adhesive, same printability in every order.

Next Steps

Request your complimentary Experience Box to see ValiGate® technology in action, or contact us for industrial label samples. Our team will provide a customized assessment for your requirements.

Request samples: Test materials on your actual equipment
Get a quote: Pricing tailored to your volume
Technical consultation: Our engineers help match materials to your application

OET (Orijinal Etiket Teknoloji)

Application and Sales Partner of the Brand KURZ SCRIBOS in Türkiye

Specialist Label Converter | Mersin, Türkiye
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