Barcoding News

CipherLab has announced the introduction of the newest addition to the 1600 series – 1663 linear imager scanner. This pocket-sized scanner is equipped with IP42 rating and 1.5 m drop resistance that ensures its ruggedness and reliability. Moreover, it includes outstanding capability to read high density barcodes up to 3 mil resolution.

1663 linear imager scanner includes a 20 m Bluetooth working range which can pair with your PDAs or Smartphones and enlarge the working scope from the host. It also allows users to increase productivity by offering an ample 4 MB memory, storing up to 240,000 scans under batch mode. Users do not have to worry about working out of Bluetooth range with its 10 KB buffer memory which stores about 600 scans. You will also enjoy Time Stamp which can accurately keep track of the exact time and date of every barcode read for better data analysis.

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BarcodesInc and Datamax-O’Neil are proud to showcase a new innovative labeling solution: ChemShield Drum Labeling Solutions.

Safety. Efficiency. Compliance. We understand the importance of these three words as they relate to the needs of Hazmat container labeling. With this understanding comes a commitment to provide label products that fulfill these needs.

We offer a comprehensive line of Drum Labeling Solutions that work with the most challenging of environments and regulations. We stand by the motto “Rest- Assured, Performance Guaranteed.”

For more information on all our label solutions, contact us at BarcodesInc

VDC Research, a leading Auto-ID and Barcode research firm, is hosting a webinar on February 26th on the benefits and impact of using barcodes within the ever expanding use of mobile to mobile communications. As more business move away from fixed to mobile computing solutions,  manufacturers of barcode scanning and printing solutions have the potential to be at the forefront of this ongoing M2M evolution.

The 45 minute webinar will cover:

• The measurable benefits of incorporating barcoding into enterprise operations as companies invest in resources to build out their M2M connectivity and communications platform in support of applications throughout the extended supply chain.
• The impact that the changing nature of barcodes is having on how enterprises connect and communicate with their customers via smart devices – both professional and consumer-grade.
• The role that barcodes play in triggering seamless communication across channels, networks and organizational boundaries.
• How barcoding with M2M helps companies leverage actionable business intelligence and analytics across diverse vertical markets and installation environments.
• Why M2M and IoT (Internet of Things) should be an integral part of barcode technology vendors’ strategic and operational objectives and how they can get there before it is too late.

You can find more details and register for the Feb 26th session here.

Zebra recently announced the launch of their new foray into the ID card printer market, the ZXP Series 7 Printer. This new printer is built for performance, productivity, adaptability and cost efficiency, and will ultimately replace the legacy P330i, P430, P630i, and P640i.

The ZXP Series 7 printer is built to meet all the needs of today’s demanding business environments.

• Robust design that works out of the box in a wide range of environments and applications
• Generates near-photographic print quality and color depth using photo-print technology
• Edge-to-edge card printing
• Laminator ensures security of the cards and lengthens the life of the image

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Pioneer POS has announced that the Pioneer POS Stealth S-Line with built in Epson printer, has been approved for use with Merchant Applications Inc. retail management software.

Scott Johnston, Director ISV/Channel at Pioneer said that “Merchant Applications RMS and Pioneer offer flexibility, dependability, and customer support that others can’t match. Customers can trust they are getting value from Merchant’s Windows based retail software.” Scott also added that, “We are extremely excited to announce the S-Line all-in-one terminal certification for use with Merchant Applications retail software, and I think that together they are really are the complete solution.”

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CipherLab has announced the release of  the CP60 industrial mobile computer. The CP60 is packed with flexible wireless communication options in 3.8G HSPA+, 802.11 a/b/g/n, and Bluetooth V2.1 with EDR. The CP60 goes one step further and provides 4G LTE option which allows you to transfer large amounts of data in a speedier time. Its embedded GPS/AGPS allows total navigational control.

Moreover, CP60 is armed with a 1GHz processor and multiple operating system options in Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5.3 and Windows CE 6.0 R3. It comes fully equipped with a large 4 GB flash memory and 512 MB SDRAM, which allows for extended storage of data and software. On top of all that, it provides versatile and accurate data capture with laser reader, long range laser reader, 2D imager and 5 megapixel autofocus camera. Your field agents are definitely ready to deliver a more efficient business operation.

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Microscan announced the availability of AutoVISION 2.0, its latest generation of machine vision software for their Vision Mini and Vision Hawk products. AutoVISION 2.0 combines a simplified user interface with a powerful toolset for inspection, error proofing, and identification applications.

AutoVISION 2.0 maintains the same intuitive interface as the initial AutoVISION release, but provides additional capabilities, including Verification and OCV (Optical Character Verification) Tools to validate print quality, a Logic Tool for building pass/fail criteria, and support for automated job changeover. AutoVISION 2.0 also features Microscan LINK for easy connectivity to PLCs and other industrial control systems.

The iMZ220 and iMZ320 mobile printers build on the current MZ series with the addition of Bluetooth connectivity to Apple iOS, Android, Windows Mobile and Blackberry platforms. Supporting smart phone and tablet technologies, as well as mobile computer technology, the iMZ series gives users a real choice of mobile platforms to suit their business requirements. Compact and lightweight, these easy-to-operate mobile receipt printers are a great entry-level model for printing simple 2-inch and 3-inch receipts.

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Mis-Picks Cost Businesses Nearly $390,000 Per Year According to Intermec Study

According to a study recently conducted by Intermec, distribution centers are losing an average of nearly $390,000 per year due to mis-picks. With a new year bringing renewed pressure to boost efficiencies and drive costs down, the demands for faultless distribution processes have never been higher. Achieving productivity and accuracy goals is fundamental to improving profit margins, which is why more than half (59%) of managers are now turning to ‘The Perfect Order’ metric to identify areas for improvement.

The study, which surveyed 250 supply chain and distribution managers across the US, UK, France and Germany, found the average mis-pick costs approximately $22, with more than half (52%) of companies reporting a pick rate of less than 97%. A further 19 percent do not even measure the costs of mis-picks in any form, suggesting that the accumulated losses to the supply chain may be even higher.

Perhaps unsurprisingly, companies that have recently conducted a workflow process review found picking (47%) a key area where cost savings could most easily be achieved. For those using ‘The Perfect Order’ metric, opportunities for increased savings were clear, with complete shipments (43%) seen as the most profitable to the bottom line.

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Seagull Scientific’s Bartender label software has been  awarded the prestigious Gold Award as the Best Professional Barcode Software from TopTenREVIEWS.

TopTenREVIEWS is a prominent web site dedicated to independent product reviews and delivered its endorsement after installing 10 competing barcode software packages and analyzing 43 different features and capabilities.

BarTender is available in four flavors to suite any business need: Basic, Professional, Automation and Enterprise Automation. The variety of editions makes BarTender well suited to a wide range of applications, from small, stand-alone printing environments at SMBs to large, automated printing infrastructures at the largest enterprises.

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