Which Barcode Scanner Do I Need?
With the wide variety of industries utilizing barcode labels today and several different models of barcode scanner available, it can be difficult to know which model is right for your business. That’s why its important to do your research and know the benefits of each model before making a choice.
Best Barcode Printers of 2022
A good thermal printer is crucial in label printing, but with so many options available on the market, choosing one can be a challenge. Even printers with the same specifications can differ in quality, which means an unaware buyer may end up with an inferior printer. If you want to make sure your printer is high quality, take a look at some of 2022’s best printers.
Zebra Trade-In Program: Easy Rebates for New Products
Barcode Factory is a certified PartnerConnect reseller with GO Zebra’s Trade-In Program. Upon the purchase of new products, you can fill out a trade-in form, send in your old products, and receive rebate towards your new purchase.
Why You Should Upgrade from a ZT230 to a ZT231
June 27th marks the end of Zebra’s ZT230 industrial printer, with the end-of-service date scheduled for January 31st, 2026. Taking its place is the new Zebra ZT231 industrial printer. The ZT231 is durable, efficient and intuitive, allowing for easy setup and fast, reliable printing.
Why You Should Upgrade from a ZT220 to a ZT111
June 27th marked the end of Zebra’s ZT220 industrial printer, with the end-of-service date slated for January 31st, 2026. Taking its place is the new Zebra ZT111 industrial printer. The ZT111 is efficient, reliable and intuitive, providing you with quality printing and an easy setup process.
Zebra L10 Series: Rugged Tablets for Greener Business
For businesses looking to invest in durable products, Zebra offers the L10 rugged tablet line.
Eco-Friendly Labels by Zebra
With the growing call for environmental awareness, many industries are looking to decrease their environmental footprint, whether it be through reducing their use of hazardous chemicals, turning to renewable energy sources or using recyclable or biodegradable products in their manufacturing. One way for many companies to reduce their environmental impact is to turn to eco-friendly label printing.
Freezer-Safe Labels
Standard label adhesive loses tack in low temperatures, which affects their wet out time. Wet out time is how long it takes for the adhesive to fuse to the fibers or surface of the substrate and form a permanent bond. A high wet out time can cause labels to curl, peel and fall off after application. In these cases, we turn to freezer-safe adhesive.
Choosing the Right Type of Thermal Transfer Ribbon
If you’re planning to print labels using the thermal transfer method, you’ll need to get familiar with thermal transfer ribbons. During the printing process, the printhead will punch the desired print out of the ribbon, meaning the material it’s made of will determine how durable your print is. Your first thought may be to default to the most durable print, but depending on what your label is for, you may be able to choose a cheaper option without sacrificing efficiency.
The BarTender Mobile App: Efficiency Made Easy
For over thirty years, Seagull Scientific has been committed to bringing quality services to its users. To that end, they’ve released the BarTender Mobile App, an app that works with existing BarTender software to bring you fast, easy mobile printing. Whether you’re in a warehouse, on the production line or in the field, as long as you have a printer to connect to, the app will make printing a breeze.
Which Label is Right for My Business?
Labels are an integral part of any industry, whether they be labels meant to catch your eye, hazard warnings meant to keep people away or barcodes meant to identify the product. With several options for label material, adhesive, printing method, shape, size and more, choosing the right label can seem like a daunting task. To keep yourself from being overwhelmed, it’s important to understand your options - and more importantly, to know what it is you need.
What will Your Facility Need to Comply with the New RFID Requirements?
Unlike traditional pen-and-paper methods, RFID inventory tracking provides 99.99% accuracy and maximizes stock visibility. With e-commerce transactions and new purchase avenues (like BOPIS and Curbside Pickup) growing in popularity, retailers and suppliers alike can benefit from maximized visibility. Therefore, experts recommend viewing new RFID mandates as a great opportunity to establish greater inventory control.
Rugged Tablets for Retail / Hospitality and Field Service – Zebra ET40 and ET45
The ET40 and ET45 are low-cost enterprise tablets that provide everything your customers require straight out of the box. The ET40 and ET45 workplace rugged tablets are available in an easy-to-carry 8-inch or a 10-inch model for convenient viewing of information-rich apps, making them the ideal substitute for consumer-grade tablets. The thin and light consumer styling , integrated business-class scanning and fastest wireless connections, all built using rugged components makes the Zebra ET-40 and ET-45 the best device for your company.
Improve Warehouse Efficiency with Retro-Reflective Labels
The growth in shipping, warehousing and logistics has fueled the need for greater improvement in operational efficiency. One method to improve efficiency is to speed up the picking process from shelves and racks utilizing reflective labels. These labels are called retro-reflective labels and offer the user an ability to scan at long distance. Typical scan distances are from 40 feet or more and can be achieved while the operator is positioned on a fork lift truck.