DPRTE 2026 — Silver Fox — Full Preview
Designed & Made in Britain
DPRTE 2026 - Stand M19

The specification-safe labelling choice for UK defence programmes

When you specify Silver Fox, you specify independently verified MIL-STD test data, ISO 9001:2015 certification under UKAS-accredited audit, and a 45-year track record of supply to defence programmes across land, sea and air. British designed, developed and manufactured in Hertfordshire. No import risk. No single-source vulnerability. No specification ambiguity. A defensible, auditable choice that protects your professional reputation and your programme.

ISO 9001:2015
Made in Hertfordshire, UK
45+ Years in Sector
Carbon Negative
NQA/UKAS Accredited Audit

Speak with Our Technical Team at DPRTE

Tell us about your programme and environment requirements. We will prepare specification-matched samples, independent test data certificates and technical documentation for your meeting at Stand M19, Farnborough International, 25-26 March 2026.

Programme details kept confidential Response within 24 hours GDPR compliant

45+

Years of Verified Supply to Defence

200+

Label Types from One Qualified System

40+

Countries Where Silver Fox Is Specified

UK supply chain. Reduced specification risk. No import dependency.

Specifying a British manufacturer eliminates import lead times, currency exposure and offshore supply chain vulnerability. All Silver Fox labels, printers and software are designed, developed and manufactured at our Hertfordshire facility. ISO 9001:2015 certified since 2004, NQA/UKAS audited, carbon negative since 2020. When your specification is challenged during review, every answer points to a single UK source with a 45-year audit trail.

The Silver Fox technical and engineering team at our Hertfordshire UK manufacturing facility, ready to support your defence labelling specification
Specification Confidence

Five reasons specifiers trust Silver Fox

Choosing a labelling supplier for a defence programme is a decision that stays on record. Silver Fox gives you independently verified test data, quality system accreditation, a proven UK supply chain and a 45-year track record. This is a specification you can defend.

Independently Verified Durability

Silver Fox labels carry independently verified test data to MIL-STD-202 and MIL-STD-810 specifications, covering UV exposure, salt mist, temperature cycling, moisture ingress and chemical resistance. When your specification requires evidence of label performance, the data already exists. You are not relying on manufacturer claims alone.

8,000+ hours independent UV testing

Specification Compliance Built In

Every label type supports barcode, QR code and GS1 DataMatrix encoding, giving you standardised traceability from the specification stage through to operational audit. Labels meet the identification and traceability requirements you write into your programme documentation, without workarounds or compromises.

Barcode, QR and GS1 DataMatrix as standard

Low Implementation Risk

The system you specify is the system contractors can deploy without specialist skills or prolonged mobilisation. Free training, free remote support and free lifetime software updates mean the solution you write into your specification will not stall on site. Spreadsheet import and templates enforce the labelling standard you set.

Free training, support and lifetime updates included
British Designed, Developed & Manufactured

Assured UK Supply Chain

Every component is designed, developed and manufactured in-house at our Hertfordshire facility. ISO 9001:2015 certified since 2004, audited by NQA under UKAS accreditation, with a proven record of high-volume delivery to programme timescales. Specifying Silver Fox means specifying a British manufacturer with no offshore dependency, no import risk and no supply chain ambiguity.

ISO 9001:2015 since 2004, NQA/UKAS audited

Flexibility Without Compromise

Silver Fox works within the constraints of your programme. No minimum order requirements, flexible trial structures before full commitment, and NDA arrangements where required. Whether you need bespoke label formats, silent branding, phased rollouts or site-specific variations, the specification can be tailored without compromising on quality or lead time.

No minimum orders, flexible trial structures
Defence contractor using Silver Fox cable labels and Fox-in-a-Box labelling system on a military installation project
Fox-in-a-Box is quick to learn and lets us switch label types in minutes. Templates and spreadsheet import keep our high-volume cable tags consistent, with minimal waste, backed by superb support always.

David Williamson

Project Manager, SAS Wireless

Trustpilot
Complete Labelling System

One qualified system. Every label type your specification requires.

Fox-in-a-Box produces over 200 label variations from a single qualified system. Cable markers, equipment labels, patch panel identification, pipe markers and engraved labels, all from one printer, one software and one ribbon. One supplier to specify, one system to qualify.

Browse All Labels
All labels designed and manufactured at our Hertfordshire facility ISO 9001:2015 Certified Carbon Negative Since 2020
Silver Fox wrap-around self-laminating cable labels and tie-on cable markers for defence electrical installations

Cable & Wire Labels

Self-laminating wrap labels, tie-on cable markers, heatshrink sleeves and fibre optic flags, all tested to MIL-STD specifications for UV, salt mist, temperature extremes and chemical exposure. Independent test data available for specification documentation.

  • Fox-Flo wraps, 8,000+ hours independent UV testing
  • Legend tie-on labels in UV-stable PVC
  • LSZH heatshrink for zero-halogen environments
  • Fibre optic flag labels for high-density cabling
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Silver Fox equipment and asset identification labels with barcode and QR code capability for defence asset tracking

Equipment & Asset Labels

Specify clear, low-profile and raised-profile equipment labels with barcode, QR code and GS1 DataMatrix encoding as standard. Designed for asset tracking, inventory management and equipment identification across defence estates, with test data available for your specification documentation.

  • Barcode and QR code labels for asset management
  • GS1 DataMatrix for standardised identification
  • Clear, low-profile and raised-profile options
  • Engraved options for extreme durability
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Silver Fox patch panel labels for copper and fibre network infrastructure in defence communications installations

Patch Panel Labels

Specify patch panel labels for copper and fibre infrastructure with confidence. The Patch Panel Module generates labels sized to any OEM panel brand, eliminating custom ordering and ensuring consistent identification across comms rooms and data centres.

  • Custom sizing for any OEM panel brand
  • Copper and fibre panel identification
  • Engraved options for permanent marking
  • Designed in Patch Panel Module software
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Silver Fox BS1710 pipe labels and valve tags for compliant plant identification on defence estates

Pipe & Valve Labels

BS1710 compliant pipe identification labels for internal and external use, high-performance pipe ID tape, and valve tags in PVC, metal and engraved materials. Specify compliant pipe and valve identification that meets your programme standards without sourcing from multiple suppliers.

  • BS1710 compliant pipe identification
  • Internal and external use options
  • Metal and engraved valve tags
  • High-durability pipe ID tape
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Silver Fox laser engraved cable and equipment labels for permanent identification in demanding defence environments

Engraved Labels

For environments where the specification demands permanent, indestructible identification, Silver Fox engraved labels carry independent test data exceeding 8,000 hours UV weathering. A specification-safe choice for the most demanding installations.

  • Laser engraved for permanent marking
  • Cable, equipment and valve tag variants
  • 8,000+ hours UV weathering tested
  • Chemical, heat and moisture resistant
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Low-Risk Specification

A system contractors can actually deliver

A specification is only as good as its implementation. Fox-in-a-Box is designed so that contractors of any size can deploy it without specialist skills, prolonged mobilisation or ongoing licence costs. When you specify Silver Fox, you are specifying a system with a proven path from delivery to first labels, with training, support and software updates included at no additional charge.

01

No Specialist IT or Infrastructure Required

Fox-in-a-Box connects to any Windows PC via USB. No network integration, no specialist configuration, no IT approval delays. The system you specify will not create dependencies on other workstreams or cause programme friction during mobilisation.

02

Training Included, Not Quoted Separately

Every system includes comprehensive training from our UK-based technical team. Contractors do not need to budget separately for training or factor in additional mobilisation time. The specification carries no hidden cost to the people delivering it.

03

Templates Enforce Your Labelling Standard

Pre-built templates and Excel spreadsheet import mean contractors reproduce your labelling standard consistently, regardless of site or team. Define it once in the specification, then enforce it through the software. No interpretation, no variation, no rework.

04

Lifetime Support and Updates at No Extra Cost

Technical support and software updates are free for the lifetime of the product. Issues are resolved via TeamViewer, Teams, phone, email or WhatsApp by our Hertfordshire-based team. The system you specify today will not become unsupported or require paid upgrades.

Fox-in-a-Box industrial label printer system with Labacus Innovator software and label samples

What You Are Specifying

Fox-in-a-Box is a complete, qualified labelling system from a single British manufacturer. One printer, one software, one ribbon, over 200 label types. Everything contractors need to deliver against your labelling specification, with no additional procurement required.

Labacus Innovator Software

Developed in-house at our UK facility. Excel-compatible, template-driven, with Fluke LinkWare Live and AEM test platform integration. Enforces labelling consistency across contractors and sites.

DTP-1/300 Thermal Printer

300 DPI precision for sharp text, barcodes and graphics. Compact footprint suits site offices and workshops. USB connection, no network dependency.

200+ Label Variations

Cable wraps, tie-ons, heatshrink, equipment tags, patch panel labels, pipe markers and engraved options. One system specification covers every label type your programme requires.

UK-Based Lifetime Support

Free training, free technical support, free lifetime software updates. All from our Hertfordshire team. The specification carries no ongoing cost risk for the contractor or the programme.

Designed, developed and manufactured in Hertfordshire, UK since 1979
British Manufacturer
DPRTE 2026 - Stand M19

Book a meeting at
DPRTE 2026

Meet the Silver Fox technical team at Stand M19, Farnborough International, 25-26 March 2026. Review independent test data, discuss specification requirements for your programme environment, and examine label samples matched to your conditions. We will prepare everything in advance so your time at the stand is productive.

Pre-book a 15-minute specification review Walk through your programme requirements, review independent test data and identify the right label specification for your environment.
Request a specification-matched sample pack Receive label samples selected for your specific conditions, with independent test certificates and technical data sheets included.
Discuss a pilot with defined success criteria Define site, label set, timeline and measurable outcomes to validate the specification before full programme rollout.
Dominic Michaelson, Silver Fox sales manager who you will meet at DPRTE 2026 Stand M19 Dominic Michaelson Sales Manager
Silver Fox team member available at DPRTE 2026 Stand M19 Meet the Team At Stand M19
Sample packs of Silver Fox defence labelling products ready for DPRTE 2026 visitors Sample Packs Environment-matched

Ready to review the specification?

Request a meeting through our form and we will prepare test data, sample packs and technical documentation tailored to your programme. Or speak with the team directly before the event.

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Book a Call With the Team Schedule a time that suits you
Confidential No obligation UK manufactured
Date 25-26 March 2026
Venue Farnborough International Exhibition Centre
Stand M19
Hours 09:00 - 16:00 both days

A specification you can defend. A supplier you can trust.

Every Silver Fox product is designed, developed and manufactured at our facility in Hertfordshire, England. ISO 9001:2015 certified since 2004, NQA/UKAS audited, carbon negative since 2020. When your specification is challenged, every answer points to a single UK manufacturer with a 45-year track record.