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Cleanliness and sanitation are very critical dynamics in healthcare, retail, restaurant, and hospitality; Citizen recognizes that and strives to provide the best-in-class customer service and safety. With disinfecting products and solutions more readily available, it is important to promote a cleaner environment for customers and employees who must come in contact with products.

Citizen’s line of disinfectant-ready printers has been designed to allow for use of various readily available cleaning agents. Observing and implementing the below Cleaning & Care Instructions will play an important role in achieving best practices and results.

The following agents* are compatible with and can be used for cleaning Citizen disinfectant-ready Point of Sale printers:

• Ethanol 70%
• IPA (Isopropyl alcohol) 70%
• Oxydol 3%
• Sodium Hypochlorite Solution 0.05%

*No other cleaning agents, including the above agents used in concentrations other than those shown, have been tested by Citizen or approved by it for use in cleaning Citizen disinfectant-ready (or other Citizen) printers. Use of other agents or in different concentrations may impair printer performance and/or result in ineffective cleaning and disinfection and pose potential health and safety risks.

Citizen Disinfectant-Ready Point of Sale Printers

• CT-S310II
• CT-E351
• CT-E651
• CT-S751
• CT-S601II
• CT-S651II
• CT-S801II
• CT-S851II

Citizen Disinfectant-Ready Printer Cleaning & Care Instructions

_{Important WARNINGS and Notes}

• Unplug or turn off the printer prior to cleaning.
• Never spray or pour the cleaning agent directly onto the printer. The cleaning agent should be applied to a soft cloth, which can then be applied to the printer.
• The cleaning agent should be applied evenly and care should be taken to cover the entire surface to be cleaned.
• Strictly follow the cleaning agent manufacturer’s instructions (and CDC Guidelines*) for use of its product, including allowing sufficient time after application for the cleaning agent to achieve maximum cleaning and disinfection. Once achieved, cleaning agent residue can be removed by wiping with a damp cloth, ensuring no droplets remain on the printer.
• Do not mix cleaning agents.
• Cleaning agents, especially ethanol, which is extremely flammable, should never be used in proximity to high heat or open flame.
• Wear appropriate protective gear during the entire cleaning process to avoid potential adverse effects from contact with the cleaning agent or from its fumes. Citizen strongly recommends use of gloves, protective eyewear and masks that cover both the nose and the mouth.
• Ensure that others in the immediate vicinity of the cleaning are also properly protected or are moved a safe distance away from the printer for the entirety of the cleaning process.

*Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for cleaning and disinfection, including cleaning agent use and information, can be found at CDC’s website:  www.cdc.gov

For more information on the cleaning products, take a look a Citizen’s webpage here: https://www.citizen-systems.com/us/support/189/

If you have any questions regarding your Point of Sale Printing needs, please contact us here.

According to Zebra’s 2019 Warehousing Vision Study, over 70% of warehouses plan to integrate automated solutions into their operations by 2024. In order to remain competitive, businesses have turned to a plethora of different modernization strategies, yet not every solution is built to adapt to today’s dynamic demands. However, Barcodes, Inc. works with adaptable solutions that can grow to meet new demands without increasing costs. For example, Zebra’s DS457 Fixed Mount Scanner empowers teams to embrace automation without difficult learning curves or extraneous backend modifications.

See how in our Video:

With automated scanning, maximized accuracy is just the beginning

In addition to ensuring more successful first-time scans, Zebra’s fixed mounted scanner prioritizes both adaptability and speed, enabling:

1. Seamless integration into smaller workspaces such as checkout lanes and airport check-in terminals
2. Comprehensive data capture for 1D, 2D, DPM codes, and drivers’ license parsing
3. Hands-free data capture with unique aiming patterns
4. Customer-facing scanning due to its sleek and user-friendly design
5. Dependable error-proofing in manufacturing operations
6. Maximized worker comfort thanks to omnidirectional scanning
7. Intelligent data capture to scan barcodes on virtually any surface, including cellphone displays.

Plus, with Barcodes, Inc.’s Design, Deploy, and Support services, modernization becomes easy and seamless as you get specialized assistance from implementation to maintenance along with reliable TrueSupport.

To see how automated data capture can benefit your operations, contact us for a free comprehensive assessment of your current workflow.

We are pleased to announce that OCR Canada, a subsidiary of Barcodes Group, has been named the WaspLink Top Reseller of the Quarter for Q4-2020 for their achievements and commitment to providing solutions for Wasp Barcode Technologies.

The WaspLink Top Reseller of the Quarter is a quarterly award presented to a WaspLink Partner Program reseller who demonstrates an outstanding commitment to customer success and satisfaction. OCR Canada has a proven track record of selling Wasp asset and inventory tracking, printing, and barcoding data collection solutions to their long list of customers. 

Wasp is a leading provider of cloud-based asset tracking and inventory management software that enables partners like Barcodes, Inc. and OCR Canada to assist customers with their operational management and workflow solutions.

Barcodes, Inc. is ready to assist you on your next asset tracking or inventory management solution. Contact us today for a free consultation.

With different environments and users all under one roof, it is important to have a product that can tolerate the rigorous demands of material handling. Whether the best solution is mounting a device horizontally on the overhead guard leg or vertically off the overhead guard leg, Gamber-Johnson has a solution for every user’s unique needs.

Barcodes, Inc. is ready to assist with your next warehouse material handling solution. Contact us today for a free consultation. 

• Overhead Guard Mounts: Flat Profile: Extended – 7160-0368
• Overhead Guard Mounts: Flat Profile: Short – 7160-0585
• Overhead Guard Mounts: Vertical Bar: Standard – 7160-1156
• Overhead Guard Mounts: Vertical Bar: Tall – 7160-1156-01

• Guard Leg Mounts: Rectangular Dual Arm – 7160-0420
• Guard Leg Mounts: Rectangular Standard – 7160-0366
• Guard Leg Mounts: Tube Clamp – 7160-0561
• Guard Leg Mounts: Pole Mount with Plate – 7160-1356-01
• Guard Leg Mounts: Roll Formed – 7160-0814
• Guard Leg Mounts: Roll Formed, CLARK – 7160-1542

With fewer hands to go around, small businesses thrive on effective and efficient tools. Honeywell’s ScanPal EDA51 is a mobile computer built on Android that is designed to help small businesses increase employee efficiency with an intuitive touchscreen, a powerful processer, an industry-leading scanner, and a long-life battery. Ideal for small to medium-sized businesses in the field service and retail industries, the ScanPal EDA51 is both user-friendly and ergonomic. The device ultimately helps mobile workers get more done in less time.

The ScanPal EDA51 embodies power packed for all day performance. The large, vivid 5-inch display and the long-lasting 4,000 mAh lithium ion battery encapsulated in a thin, lightweight design makes this device a force to be reckoned with. With the fast Qualcomm Snapdragon SDM450 processor and robust wireless connectivity, the ScanPal EDA51 is ready to work as hard as your workers do.

Features & Benefits

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon SDM450, 1.8 GHz octa-core
• Operating System: Android 8, upgradeable to Android Q
• 5-inch touchscreen display
• Removeable 4,000 mAh lithium ion battery
• User-friendly with a lightweight, comfortable, pocketable design
• 13-megapixel auto-focus color camera
• Select models available with Disinfectant Ready Housings

Shop the ScanPal EDA51 online or contact us for more information.

We’re so proud of Lesley English, the CFO and VP of Operations of our Canadian division, for being a recipient of the 2020 Women in Technology award! Congratulations Lesley, your influence, character and dedication help to make OCR Canada, a Barcodes Group company, an amazing place for not only our customers, but also for our staff.

This award is part of a larger event including Canada’s 2020 “Reseller Choice” & “50 Best Managed IT Companies” & “Women in Tech” Awards.

Click to Watch Lesley’s Acceptance Speech
Click to Watch the Entire Awards Ceremony

“Every year, we select three women from our channel community to receive some well-deserved recognition with a WiT Award. We look for women who are setting a great example in the community and for helping to move the needle forward on encouraging a more diverse workforce.”

Read the full news article here:
https://e-channelnews.com/three-amazing-women-making-a-difference-in-the-it-channel/

With so many modernization options available today, it may be tempting to just jump into the latest and greatest device. However, the key to a successful modernization strategy lies in careful planning. That’s where versatile technologies such as Zebra’s CS60 barcode scanner can be quite useful as it provides an adaptable and scalable modernization option to overcome present and future retail challenges.

Who Can Benefit from the No-Compromise Companion Scanner?

While Zebra’s new CS60 companion scanner is set to enhance storefront workflows, there are a few questions you can ask yourself to assess implementation possibilities before integrating the next generation of mobile retail data capture:

1. Are you currently using multiple scanners for varying scanning needs?

Different tasks may require different scanning capabilities such as hands-free for contactless transactions. Instead of managing multiple corded and cordless scanners throughout the store, convertible scanners like the CS60 can reduce the number of deployed devices, ultimately reducing TCO in the long run.

2. Are associates utilizing scanners in non-traditional settings consistently?

While handheld scanners are traditionally used in the checkout lanes, they have also made their way into inventory management and cycle counting as automated data capture is proven to reduce data entry errors. Mobile scanning enables automated data capture in space-constrained counters, self-service kiosks, and shopping aisles, allowing your associates to stay efficient anywhere they go.

3. Do you need to simplify your device management plan?

Multiple devices mean multiple service and repair plans. Not only does the CS60 preform in various scanning scenarios but its inductive charging feature also eliminates the need for constant recharging. Zebra’s WiFi Friendly mode also secures scanner efficiency without WiFi interruptions. Lastly, pre-installed Virtual Tether prevents device loss by keeping scanners within range and locating misplacements within seconds.   

If you answered yes to any of the questions above, your operations may benefit from new data capture devices like the Zebra CS60. To learn more about how you start modernizing your storefront, contact us for a free consultation.

Organizations are rapidly moving to the cloud to enable remote access, support greater scale, and improve usability of physical security systems away from the traditional CCTV models.

In this webinar, Barcodes Group and Verkada will show you how organizations nationwide are improving their safety and operations with an all-in-one physical security solution that combines cloud-based video security with access control and environmental sensors.

In the video learn how Verkada’s physical security solution:

• Centralizes video security, access control, and sensors to a single platform
• Enables remote access using any device (via encrypted access)
• Can be installed in a matter of minutes.
• Allows for unlimited users.
• Is infinitely scalable.

If you have any questions, please contact us here.

Studies conducted by the Joint Commission have found that nearly 70% of medical errors stem from inefficient communication channels. Facing increasing demands and stress, today’s healthcare providers need -and deserve- dependable technologies that simplify workflows, much like Zebra’s TC52-HC touch computer.

According to Zebra’s 2022 Hospital Vision Study, 72% of facilities reported improved quality in patient care after enhancing clinical mobility. Not only do modernized devices minimize the likelihood of dangerous errors, but they also assist in implementing future-forwards healthcare initiatives without extensive workflow changes.

One mobile device…thousands of possibilities.

Performing several indispensable healthcare tasks such as barcode scanning, push-to-talk, and EHR sharing, the TC52-HC serves as a gateway into several mobility benefits that enhance patient care such as:

• Telehealth – Combine high-speed and long-range WiFi connectivity with the TC52-HC’s high-resolution cameras to reach patients without requiring them to leave their homes and possibly risk their health.
• Faster admissions – Zebra’s MobilityDNA app, SimulScan helps expedite data capture by scanning multiple barcodes at the same time without compromising accuracy. This frees up staff from conducting repetitive clerical work, so they can focus on providing better care.
• HIPPA-compliant data sharing – Unlike other outdated or consumer-grade operating systems, Android for Enterprise helps protect sensitive data with government-grade encryption and recurrent security patches. Moreover, Zebra’s secured text messaging feature enables staff-to-staff communication without risking privacy breaches.
• Efficient and dependable disinfection – Made for constant wipe downs, Zebra’s TC52-HC can be regularly cleaned and disinfected without compromising functionality, minimizing the transmission of HAIs via dirty clinical devices.

To make implementation all the more stress-free, Barcodes, Inc. works closely alongside your IT team and staff to prepare, deploy, and maintain devices with assisted procurement, on-site installation services, and TrueSupport technical support to keep your solution running faster and longer. Contact Barcodes, Inc. today for a free comprehensive evaluation of your facility to start empowering your staff with mobility made for healthcare.  

Given today’s changing customer demands, new safety regulations, and the e-commerce boost, managing inventory continues to be a struggle for most warehouses and distribution centers. As a result, RFID has remained popular across industries since it accelerates throughput while increasing accuracy rates in both the receiving and loading docks. To take RFID efficiency a step farther, we recommend integrating it into your mobile printers with the ZQ630 and ZQ630 RFID:

Why combine mobility and visibility?

Inventory management has been cited as one the top struggles warehouses face today, which means solutions simplifying inventory management can help sharpen your competitive edge. A few issues that further complicate efficient management are:

• Sudden demand increases
• Lagging stock updated that leads to stockouts
• Increasing labor turnover rates that lead to high adoption rates for new technologies
• Lack of real-time visibility

By empowering your workforce with mobile RFID devices, you are able to streamline crucial tasks such as data capture, data sharing, and even label printing, ultimately delivering real-time updates across every avenue your workforce uses. For example, RFID mobile printing allows you to:

• Print updated RFID tags anywhere in your workflow in the event of sudden demand spikes
• Decrease processing time by eliminating unnecessary travel paths
• Deploy an end-to-end tracking system with easy-to-use devices for faster onboarding
• Label incoming inventory immediately with RFID tags to start tracking stock in real-time
• Lower employee density in printing stations
• Increase mobility with lightweight enterprise-grade devices

Working alongside your team, Barcodes, Inc. assists with design, deployment and support services to maximize printer uptime, so your workforce can confidently manage inventory with tools that move with them. Contact us today for a free consultation to see where can implement RFID mobility in your operations.