With a strong entrance into the barcode label printer space, AirTrack’s new DP-1 and IP-1 offer the perfect combination of superior performance with a cost point that can work into any budget. The desktop model DP-1 easily fits into any environment for professional on-demand label printing at lighter volumes. For applications that require printing all day, the industrial IP-1 has been designed to keep up with the most demanding warehouses and manufacturing environments.

AirTrack DP-1

• Perfect size – space saving design
• USB 2.0, serial, parallel and Ethernet interfaces are standard
• High quality double-walled clamshell design
• Fast 200 MHz Processor
• Standard memory of 4 MB Flash, 8 MB SDRAM
• SD card reader for memory expansion up to 4 GB
• Easy ribbon loading & media loading
• Powerful AirTrack firmware includes popular Zebra languages, file manager, BASIC programming, stand-alone programming
• 2-year limited warranty

AirTrack IP-1

• AirTrack Smart Print Control technology produces cleanest, high quality barcodes
• Up to 356 mm (14”) per sec. print speed
• 4.3” color touch LCD panel with 6-button control
• 128 MB Flash and 128 MB SDRAM memory standard (Factory option for 512 MB Flash/256 MB SDRAM)
• Heavy duty die-cast aluminum design
• USB host interface for stand-alone application
• Available in 203 dpi, 300 dpi and 600 dpi resolutions
• 600 meter ribbon supply
• SD Flash memory expansion up to 32 GB
• Ribbon capacity monitor widget
• Auto TPH resolution switch detection
• Firmware supports common Zebra printer languages for plug-n-play ease
• Options include: peel-off kit & 6” OD internal rewinding kit, General purpose IO connectivity, Bluetooth module, external 802.11 b/g/n Wireless module, knife & rotary cutters

With over 4 decades of barcode printer design behind it, Honeywell’s PC42t is the easiest to use and most affordable printer on the market today. With a 4.3″ print width and its compact size, the PC42t is the most reliable solution for a small or medium business looking to improve productivity in label making operations. It is also the easiest printer for those looking to deploy thermal label printing for the first time, or for those transitioning away from more expensive inkjet- or laser-based label printing methods.

Easy to install and ready to print quickly, the PC42t supports a wide range of media and features a quick-opening design for easy media replenishment. The PC42t also offers industry-standard connectivity with USB, Ethernet, parallel and serial interface options.

While many companies focus on criteria such as throughput and print resolution when selecting a thermal printer, factors like how quickly/easily a printer can be integrated, how rapidly media can be loaded, and how easily the printer can be serviced have an even greater impact on operational costs. Even small improvements in operational efficiency can positively affect a facility’s equipment up-time or ontime labeling performance. The SATO CLNX Series industrial thermal printer, available in a 4” (CL4NX) or 6” (CL6NX) model, was engineered with problem solving features in mind.

SATO’s goal was to engineer a thermal printer that is easier to integrate, operate, and maintain. If a printer requires a lot of configuration, jams frequently, produces poor quality labels, or is difficult for operators to quickly change out labels, ribbons, print heads or platen rollers, the downtime can be costly in terms of both productivity and expense.

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Honeywell’s light industrial PD43 and PD43c printers take on-demand printing to a new level of simplicity, with a color graphic display that makes it easier to set up, configure and fine-tune settings without the need for a host computer. In fact, with Smart Printing capabilities, the PD series can run apps right inside the printer eliminating the need for a connected PC entirely.

Ideal for tight spaces, shallow countertops, and pull-out cabinets, the PD series was designed to deliver no-compromise printing performance in the smallest possible footprint.

The new TSC RF-WRN dual band modules are faster, more robust, work on more wireless networks, and offer improved performance and connectivity. The new Wi-Fi modules are designed to work with TSC’s standard network management tools to make it simple to integrate and manage TSC printers on a network. The modules will be offered as factory or user installed options.

The Wi-Fi option will initially available on the following TSC printer models:

• TTP-2410MT Thermal Transfer Rugged Industrial Series
• MX240 Thermal Transfer High Performance, Mission Critical Industrial Series
• TX200 High Performance Thermal Transfer Desktop series
• Alpha-3R/ Alpha-4L Direct Thermal Portable

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If you need fast, dependable printing in the most space constrained areas, you need the ZD410. This ultra-compact “fits anywhere” printer is designed for the smallest of work spaces. When it comes to flexibility, the ZD410 shines — this printer creates high-quality labels, receipts, tags and wristbands. This super-fast printer keeps your workers productive. Deployment is a breeze with a wide range of modern connectivity options. The ZD410 is easy to use, operate and troubleshoot, ensuring your printer is always up and running. And Zebra OneCare service maximizes the availability and productivity of your ZD410 printers with unmatched from-the-manufacturer support that covers everything, from worn out printheads to normal wear and tear. The ZD410 is the little printer designed with big business functionality.

Key features

• A more space-saving design to fit in the tightest of spaces.
• Best-in-class print quality with a 300 dpi option for small labels, specimen containers and more.
• Disinfectant-ready plastic model is ideal for clinics, labs, pharmacies and nurse stations.
• More media flexibility with standard movable media sensor accommodates off-centre black marks, die-cut notches and more.
• Updated user interface makes it easier to use and troubleshoot.
• More connectivity options including 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.1.
• All with plug-and-play replacement of aging Zebra LP2824 Plus and competitive printers.
• Integrate, manage and maintain your printers from any location with Link-OS, only from Zebra

Zebra has unveiled new products and solutions that help retailers optimize profitability and increase employee productivity while improving the omnichannel shopping experience. Zebra is introducing two new desktop printers, ZD410 and ZD420, that connect via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth to help employees update product pricing, shelf labels and coupons in alignment with the store’s merchandising and pricing strategies. Zebra’s new Price Management Execution solution synchronizes in-store and online pricing, allowing retailers to execute the right price at the right time, providing seamless and competitive prices to in-store shoppers. In addition, the recently announced lightweight, ergonomic TC8000 enterprise mobile computer can help increase the productivity of warehouse workers by an average of 14 percent based on workflow.

The Internet, online shopping and mobile communications have turned traditional retail customers into connected customers who seek consistency and want to deal with “one store” and have “one experience.” To keep shoppers satisfied and earn their loyalty, retailers need to provide consistent messaging, customer service, pricing and availability across every customer touch point – in-store, online and mobile.

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Understanding customers, their needs and the environments they operate in is Printronix’s formula for creating better printing solutions. The latest groundbreaking result to this process is the new Printronix T8000 premier industrial thermal printer. The T8000 exceeds the requirements of the most demanding mission critical manufacturing and distribution operations, offering:

Ease of Use

• New 3.4″ full color display panel with easy to use navigation keys
• Most extensive library of print emulations in the industry, now includes Postscript/PDF printing
• Intuitive printer setup, print quality, and self-help wizard

Industrial Performace

• Seamless integration &connectivity with robust remote printer management
• 40% faster print speed, 6x faster processing speed, and 8x more memory than the competition
• Rugged design for the most demanding global customers and the harshest environments

100% Verifiable Output

• Eliminate compliance fines and chargebacks with Online Data Validator (ODV) to produce 100% scannable barcodes every time
• Automatic capture of statistics that can be used as certification stamp and audit
• Fully integrated solution with the ability to retract, void, and reprint labels automatically

For assistance finding the right Printronix printer to meet your needs, contact a printer specialist at Barcodes, Inc

Thermal transfer printing provides for a longer lasting print as compared to direct thermal printing. The reason thermal transfer prints last longer is due to the use of a thermal transfer ribbon during the printing process.  A thermal transfer ribbon is required to obtain a long lasting print.  However, choosing the proper thermal transfer ribbon to fit your printer and application can be difficult.  Help choosing the correct thermal transfer ribbon has arrived!

Follow the simple steps below to identify the proper ribbon:

Step 1: Ensure you have a Thermal Transfer Printer

Ribbon is only used with Thermal Transfer printers.  A ribbon cannot be used with a Direct Thermal printers as they do not have the proper internal mechanical components to hold or thread the ribbon.
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The ability to remotely manage a fleet of printers and their operations is a must have for many businesses. Printronix offers the PrintNet Enterprise solution to its customers free of charge with the purchase of a Printronix thermal printer.

PrintNet allows an entire fleet of printers to be configured to the exact specification for the most effective and efficient printing in the following ways:

• Organize, regulate and manage Printronix printers from a central location via LAN/WAN connectivity
• React to printer issues quickly with alerts sent to a specified email address or mobile device
• Apply remote front-panel lockout to specified printers which will eliminate unapproved users from making changes to the printers configuration
• Remotely set printer configurations, install firmware updates, and resource files to multiple printers all at one time

The capability to access any single printer or multiple printers remotely is a value added feature provided free of charge with Printronix thermal printers. Contact your knowledgeable Barcodes, Inc. sales representative for more information on how PrintNet can help manage your network of Printronix Printers.