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In today’s fast-paced work environments, efficiency and productivity are paramount. Every part of the workplace, from offices to warehouses, needs new ways to simplify work and improve productivity. Nothing combines productivity, convenience, and ease-of-use like Newcastle Powered Printer Carts. Printing and labeling inventory in warehouses can be a time-consuming process vulnerable to expensive mistakes. Imagine all the wasted time used from repeatedly walking back and forth from a stationary label printer to the inventory disbursed across a warehouse, waiting to be labeled.

To truly harness speed and efficiency, a modern, mobile work environment is critical. The Newcastle mobile printer carts double worker output, so you can get the most out of your label printer and your workforce! Workers gain the power and flexibility to print labels where they are needed, while accomplishing more, faster.

Key Features and Benefits of Newcastle Powered Printer Carts

Integrated Printing + Power + Storage: Stop making workers trek back and forth to a stationary printer. The powered printer cart allows users to print labels from where they stand – just scan, input, print, and apply. Integrated power packages allow you to power a variety of equipment including computers, printers, barcode scanners, and more. The carts have room to store additional supplies and equipment to avoid even more unwanted trips around the facility. Modular accessories are available to further enhance the mobile workstation.

Mobility Redefined: The Newcastle powered mobile workstations have sturdy construction and smooth maneuverability. They can navigate tight spaces and different floor surfaces with ease. With many options available, there is a mobile printer cart for any application.

Versatility: The Newcastle Powered Printer Cart seamlessly transitions between bustling offices, busy warehouses, or event venues, effortlessly adapting to various environments.

Happier Workers: Employees appreciate how powered mobile workstations allow them to do their job faster, better, and easier – but mobile printer carts also make their work more comfortable. The cart shelf heights can be adjusted and modular components moved to the user’s preference for a truly personalized work experience.

Applications Across Industries

Apart from logistics and warehouse settings, the Newcastle powered printer carts will boost efficiency across multiple industries.

Healthcare: In healthcare, professionals can use the printer cart to print key documents, like patient records and prescriptions, right at the point of care.

Education: Teachers and administrators can utilize the cart to print educational materials, worksheets, and assignments on demand, facilitating a dynamic learning environment.

Events and Conferences: Event organizers can use the cart’s mobility and printing capabilities to create event agendas, name badges, and informational handouts on-site, ensuring that the event runs smoothly.

The Newcastle Powered Printer Cart represents a significant advancement in workspace mobility and printing options. Its multifunctionality enables organizations to streamline workflows, increase productivity, and adapt to the ever-changing demands of the modern workplace.

If you’re interested in exploring the Newcastle Powered Printer Carts further, or have any questions about mobile printing solutions, feel free to contact us. Our team is here to help you find the perfect mobile printing solution for your business.

See the Epson Mobilink wireless receipt printers in actions:

Discover Epson’s versatile POS wireless receipt printers including the Mobilink TM-P20II, Mobilink TM-P80II, and Mobilink TM-P80II Plus. Streamline mobile printing with compact designs, fast print speeds, and seamless connectivity.

In today’s fast-paced business world, mobility is essential. Whether you work in retail, hospitality, or field services, having dependable mobile printing solutions can help you optimize operations and deliver an elite customer experience. Epson, a trusted name in printing technology, offers a range of wearable portable printing solutions tailored to meet diverse business needs from anywhere, anytime. Dust- and water resistant, the small but mighty Mobilink printers won’t let you down in the field. We’ll review the features and benefits of three of Epson’s most popular wireless receipt printers: the Epson Mobilink TM-P20II, Epson Mobilink TM-P80II, and Epson Mobilink TM-P80II Plus.

Epson Mobilink TM-P20II

Streamlined for mobility, the Epson Mobilink TM-P20II wireless portable receipt printer offers a compact, lightweight¹ design ideal for on-the-go printing. As the lightest Epson Mobilink printer with the smallest footprint, this 2-inch receipt printer ensures comfort, convenience, and efficiency for your staff during mobile printing tasks.

Here are some key features:

Portability: With its 2-inch pocket-sized design, the TM-P20II is perfect for mobile workers who need to print receipts, invoices, or tickets on-site. Boasting a swift 3-hour full charge time and an impressive 27-hour battery life, productivity remains uninterrupted. Weighing a mere 0.5 pounds, its lightweight design is complemented by a handy belt clip, ensuring easy wearability and facilitating hands-free mobility for seamless operation.

Connectivity: Seamless connectivity options including Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi 5, and NFC for easy integration with various mobile devices and POS systems. Supported operating systems include iOS, Android, and Windows.

Durability: Though small in size, the TM-P20II is incredibly durable, built to withstand the rigors of mobile situations. It provides dependable performance while on the go thanks to its durable build and long battery life. Remarkably, out of all the Mobilink TM-P versions, it has the greatest drop test rating, easily withstanding falls as high as 6.9 feet.

Sustainable: A distinctive paper-saving mode that not only champions eco-friendliness but also conserves valuable resources. Plus, enjoy the added benefit of cutting costs by reducing paper usage.

Epson Mobilink TM-P80II

The TM-P80II is printing powerhouse designed to withstand the demands of multi-industry environments. With a print medium width of 3 inches and a weight of less than a pound, this model, which is somewhat larger than its TM-P20II sibling, maintains the ideal balance between portability and durability. With the TM-P80II’s capacity to withstand drops from as high as 6.2 feet, reliability is guaranteed, providing comfort in even the most taxing situations.

Here’s what else sets it apart:

Battery Longevity: When fully charged, the TM-P80II can run on a single charge for up to 47 hours, a process that takes only 2.5 hours to reach.

Versatility Meets Quality:

Versatility is at the heart of the Epson Mobilink TM-P80II, accommodating a range of printing formats such as receipts, labels, and tickets to cater to diverse business requirements. With a wider media holder capable of accommodating receipt paper of up to 51 mm, it offers expanded capabilities. Powered by vibrant printing technology, expect nothing less than sharp, high-quality printouts.

Connectivity Options: Like the TM-P20II, the TM-P80II offers versatile connectivity options such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and NFC, ensuring seamless integration with mobile devices and POS systems.

Epson Mobilink TM-P80II Plus

The Epson Mobilink TM-P80II Plus takes efficiency to new heights with its advanced features and capabilities. What’s more, it retains the Epson Mobilink hallmark traits of ultra-fast speed, compact size, and rugged durability, ensuring top-notch performance in any environment.

Here’s what you can expect:

Easy Handling with a Larger Design: The TM-P80II Plus stands out with its larger frame (dimensions of 4.1″ x 6.0″ x 2.6″) for easier handling while still holding court as a ultra-compact mobile printer.

Enhanced Receipt Turnout: The TM-P80II Plus includes a receipt paper auto-cutter and de-curler for easy printing and high-quality results. You’ll appreciate the clean, smooth edges, which come out at industry-leading print rates.

Impressive Battery Life: Although the TM-P80II Plus comes in slightly behind the standard TM-P80II in terms of battery longevity, its impressive endurance still leads in the market, boasting an outstanding 34 hours of usage on a single full charge.

Compare Epson Mobilink Printers

Epson’s Mobilink TM-P20II, TM-P80II, and TM-P80II Plus offer versatile and reliable mobile printing solutions tailored to various business needs. Whether you’re a mobile retailer, restaurant owner, or field service provider, these printers provide the performance, durability, and connectivity required to stay productive on the go.

If you’re interested in exploring the Epson Mobilink wireless receipt printers further, or have any questions about mobile printing solutions, feel free to contact us. Our team is here to help you find the perfect mobile printing solution for your business.

¹ Compared to the Mobilink TM-P80II and TM-P80II Plus.

² Speed based on charging with Epson® genuine battery chargers (OT-SB20I, OT-SB80II, OT-CH20II, OT-CH80II).

³ Battery life will vary considerably depending on connectivity (Wi-Fi or Bluetooth), usage and environment.

⁴ Drop test varies by model: TM-P80II Plus = 4.9 feet, TM-P80II = 6.2 feet, TM-P20II = 6.9 feet.

With the SL220 iOS sled scanner from Unitech, you can seamlessly integrate your iPhone/iPad into the workplace. This revolutionary sled transforms your iPhone into a smart reader designed primarily for warehousing, retail, inventory, and asset monitoring applications.

The iOS sled barcode scanner converts your iPhone/iPad into a handy one-handed solution that smoothly combines the device’s versatility with the durability of an enterprise-grade scanner. With a maximum barcode reading distance of 10 meters*, you may capture barcodes from afar while retaining excellent scanning performance.

Seamless conversion from iPhone to scanner, the SL220 adds convenience and considerably increases job efficiency. Whether you work in warehousing or retail, this user-friendly solution allows you to scan barcodes quickly and precisely, optimizing your process.

MFi (Made for iPhone/iPad) Certified iOS Solutions

Following MFi (Made for iPhone/iPad) certification, the iOS utility (ScanBridge) and SDK support the Unitech SL220 iOS Scanner Sled. The SL220 is a versatile and durable iOS scanner sled that maximizes compatibility and scanning efficiency. It streamlines your operations at every stage, including inventory checks, cycle counts, asset management, and more.

Superior 2D Scanning Performance

The SL220 supports a wide range of barcode types and has an excellent scanning reach of up to 10 meters. It includes a pick list function, which ensures exact scanning without the risk of incorrectly reading other barcodes within the scanning range. Furthermore, the SL220 retains great scanning performance even in low-light conditions, ensuring consistent findings.

Choose one of two scan engine options: standard range or flex range:

Part numbers and summary-descriptions:

Rapid Concurrent Charging

The SL220 supports “PD Charging” a revolutionary innovation that drastically reduces the total charge time for both the SL220 and iOS device.

Works Flawlessly with OtterBox uniVERSE

The SL220 works with multiple mobile devices: iPhones 7, 8, XR, XS 11, 12, 13, 14, 14 Plus and SE; iPad 7th, 8th, 9th, Pro 10.5-inch, Air 3rd, Mini 5th. (In the future, iOS devices with USB-C ports will also be supported.) Slide the SL220 into an OtterBox uniVERSE series case rail system for the best results. See the video above on how this works. This unique feature allows customers to choose from a variety of OtterBox uniVERSE cases matched to their iPhone and iPad models. With this versatility, consumers may select the ideal combination of SL220 and OtterBox uniVERSE, assuring a flawless integration that suits their device’s specifications.

Durable and Reliable iOS Sled Design

The SL220 improves industrial durability with characteristics such as IP65 dustproof, waterproof, and 1.2 meters of fall protection. Users may smoothly swap out batteries on the fly with genuine hot-swap battery design, allowing for uninterrupted workflow and maximum efficiency.

Accept Payments with Tap to Pay

The Unitech SL220 supports the Tap to Pay functionality, providing an easy way for businesses to optimize their transactions. Transactions happen more quickly when scanning with the SL220. By allowing payments to be made with a simple tap of your iPhone, you can provide a dependable and seamless payment experience.

Enjoy high-performance and precise scanning with the iOS devices you already use. Contact us today to speak to an expert who will help find the best Unitech solution for your organization.

Brady RFID Readers

Brady offers a range of RFID readers in a variety of form factors and configurations to ensure customers always have the right reader for their application. Equipped with powerful UHF RFID engines based on the latest technology, high-performance antennas, a unified API, and support for accessories, Brady RFID readers offer best-in-class performance and unparalleled flexibility.

Brady RFID readers support all common RFID use cases, including asset tracking, work in process tracking, inventory management, and vendor managed inventory. 

Introducing the Brady HH83 and HH85 RFID/Barcode Scanners

Effective and user-friendly equipment, such as the Brady HH83 and/or Brady HH85, is critical in industrial settings. These exceptional RFID readers are both durable and rugged, yet also ergonomically designed and lightweight. For dependable and effortless operation throughout a long shift, look no further than the HH83 or HH85.

Both the HH83 and HH85 RFID readers are an invaluable tool for managing end-to-end data collection, with software-controllable RFID antennas, best-in-class scanning performance at ranges of up to 50 feet, and up to 18 hours of hot-swappable battery power. Here’s what you can expect from Brady scanners.

Enjoy high-performance RFID and barcode scanning with both the HH83 and/or HH85 from Brady. Contact us today to speak to an RFID expert who will help find the best solution for your organization.

Sleek, lightweight, yet impressively durable, the Honeywell CT30XP slips into your pocket as effortlessly as a smartphone. Crafted with the end-user in mind – store managers and associates who are at the forefront of offering an engaging, customer-first shopping journey.

Capabilities of the CT30XP include:

• Efficient data retrieval
• Communication through voice, text, and multimedia with Smart Talk
• Streamlined task organization
• Enhanced customer interaction
• Swift and effortless barcode scanning
• Seamless contactless transactions

The Honeywell CT30XP: A Mobile Computer Ready-Made for Retail

Crafted for optimal user experience and superior customer service, the Honeywell CT30XP combines a sleek design with the functionality expected from modern touchscreen devices, while also being robust enough for the demands of enterprise operations. This includes comprehensive IT support, secure updates, maintenance, tracking, and device management via Honeywell’s Mobility Edge and Op Intel platforms. Its stunning, 5.5-inch HD touchscreen is truly eye-catching.

Innovative Retail Scanning Solutions

Offering unmatched, versatile performance and compatibility from Android 11 through 15. The CT30XP’s FlexRange scanning engine ensures precise and quick long-distance scanning, perfect for impressing customers with immediate price checks or inventory queries.

Wi-Fi 6 Capability

Enhances connection range and stability, significantly reducing power usage in retail settings where efficiency and cost-effectiveness are key.

Universal, Specifically Designed Accessories

Features include a universal docking station, IH40 RFID, belt clip, and hand strap for complete versatility.

Rapid Charging for All-Day Use

Thanks to USB-C 3.0 technology, the device charges at an incredibly fast rate, boasting a battery life exceeding 8 hours. This is particularly advantageous during busy retail periods, allowing for easy battery replacement.

Experience the CT30XP in Action

For a comprehensive overview of its technical specifications, access the Honeywell CT30 XP spec sheet here.

Watch the unboxing video here.

Enhancing the In-Store Shopping Experience

Act now. Modern shoppers anticipate a seamless, efficient in-store experience. Whether it’s checking stock levels, comparing prices, or locating products they’ve seen online, the Honeywell CT30XP makes it all simpler.

Reach out to us today to explore a comprehensive solution that will elevate your retail environment to new heights.

Equip your frontline team with the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5, a rugged Android tablet designed to withstand the rigors of your work environment. With enhanced Knox security, compliant design, and business-ready features, now is the time to invest in productivity and durability.

Built for the Workday

The Galaxy Tab Active5 is engineered to keep pace with your demanding schedule. Featuring a responsive touchscreen, long-lasting replaceable battery, and customizable features, it’s the ultimate tool for seamless workflow. Partner software integrations and Knox Security ensure comprehensive protection for your data.

Enterprise-Ready Efficiency and Security

Enroll, configure, and manage hundreds of devices effortlessly with the Galaxy Tab Active5 Enterprise Edition. Enjoy one year of Knox Suite, complete with additional warranty and support benefits. From remote management with Knox Manage to comprehensive security with Knox Platform for Enterprise, your team is covered.

Knox Security Suite Features

• Knox Manage: Streamline remote device management with core controls and a user-friendly interface.
• Knox Platform for Enterprise: Ensure advanced security and management options for regulated industries.
• Knox E-FOTA: Schedule OS and firmware updates efficiently for your entire fleet.
• Knox Asset Intelligence: Proactively manage devices and boost productivity with actionable insights.
• Knox Capture: Turn your tablet into a versatile scanner for barcodes and QR codes.
• Knox Authentication Manager: Enhance fleet security with multiuser facial biometrics and sign-in automation.

Keeping Your Data Secure

With Knox defense-grade protection, the Galaxy Tab Active5 safeguards your data against threats. Its rugged design, IP68 rating, and MIL-STD-810H compliance ensure durability in challenging environments. Plus, enjoy features like long-lasting battery life, replaceable batteries, and glove mode for uninterrupted productivity.

All-in-One Tablet Solutions

• PC Productivity, Tab Portability: Transform your Tab Active5 into a PC with Samsung Wireless DeX and enhance collaboration.
• High-Speed Connectivity: Stay connected with 5G and Wi-Fi 6 support for faster data networks.
• Time-Saving Shortcuts: Customize your tablet with programmable keys for quick access to essential tasks.
• Mobile Point of Sale (mPOS): Accept payments and manage transactions securely from anywhere.
• Familiar OS Experience: Empower your team with Android 14 and Knox 3.10 for a familiar user interface.

So you just invested in an industrial label printer for the warehouse. Before you dedicate a table and workstation where it will print labels in one place for eternity, read this.

Printer Placement is Key

Consider strategically placing your equipment on a Newcastle Power Cart, such as the NB300NU2, which is trusted by industry leaders like Walmart, DHL, Tesla, UPS, and Wayfair.

By integrating your label printer with a Newcastle Power Cart, you enable your employees to print labels directly on the pallet, effectively doubling output while significantly reducing errors. This seamless integration ensures that your employees have access to all resources, increasing productivity and reducing costly errors by up to 92%.

Newcastle NB Series Power Carts Pay For Themselves in 6 to 8 Months

The Newcastle NB300NU2 not only simplifies label printing but also streamlines workflow processes, resulting in a remarkable twofold increase in worker output. With this innovative solution, workers no longer need to travel to a distant printer, freeing up their time to focus on important tasks.

Investing in a Newcastle Power Cart like the NB300NU2 provides an excellent return on investment, with most businesses seeing payback within six to eight months of implementation. By consolidating resources and improving operational efficiency, the Newcastle Powered Cart proves to be a valuable asset in increasing throughput while lowering payroll costs.

Integrating your label printer with a Newcastle Power Cart will improve printer performance, period. This powerful pairing ensures increased productivity, fewer errors, and a faster return on investment, allowing your team to accomplish more while maintaining operational excellence.

For a detailed list of features and specifications, download the NB300NU spec sheet.

See the NB Powered Mobile Cart in Action

Contact us today to see how a mobile workstation from Newcastle can reduce redundant movement and inefficiencies in your operation.

About this Webinar

How to Automate Supply Chain Processes with RFID

Thursday, February 22 1:00 – 1:45pm CT

Presented by:

Tom O’Boyle, Principal RFID Solutions Architect, Levata

John Cooke, Director of Software Development, Smart Label Solutions (SLS)

Easily Scale RFID Technology with SLS Integration

RFID is revolutionizing shipping and receiving in a more scalable fashion than ever before. Purpose-built RFID solutions are improving order to delivery time and shipment accuracy across the supply chain while reducing labor intensive manual counting.

Watch this 30-minute webinar and discover the advantages of RFID for your organization: 

• How to improve your supply chain visibility by automating your shipping and receiving functions using RFID through improved read accuracy to the item level and sub-second event alarming
• Why using professional grade software is an essential component of your RFID Solution, providing real-time visibility into the movement of assets and products, whether that be at a dock door, a tunnel or with a mobile device
• How RFID is easy to scale and deploy through rapid plug and play integration

Honeywell updates their scanners’ firmware on a regular basis. Are your Honeywell barcode scanners running the latest firmware? This ensures your scanners perform at their best.  Updating firmware for Honeywell devices is simple.

How to Update Honeywell Scanner Firmware

1.) First, download the latest firmware from the Honeywell website. As an example, the Xenon 1900 firmware can be found here: Honeywell List of Software

2.) Expand the “Software” tab, Barcode Scanners, Handheld, and scroll down to “Xenon XP 1950g and 1950hc”. This takes you to that device’s specific firmware revision file with a download button:

3.) Save the .SMOC file to your hard drive so that you can grab it later. For Bluetooth scanners, you will  need to update firmware for both the scanner and the charge/communication base.  Always remember – update scanner firmware first!

4.) Download EZConfig (a free scanner configuration tool): Honeywell EZConfig for Scanning

5.) Connect your scanner to your computer via USB.

6.) Open EZConfig.

7.) Click “Connected Device”. EZConfig will find your scanner.

8.) Check to see what the latest firmware version you have on your scanner (see below).  Don’t trust EZConfig if it tells you that your “Firmware is up to date.”  Check the Honeywell website – it gets updated first.

9.) Select “Update Firmware” if you need to update your firmware.

10.) Click “Browse” under Update from File. Remember, just because it says firmware updated on the status, that may not be true.

11.) Select the .SMOC file you saved earlier and upload.

12.) Click “Update Firmware” and you are done.

FOR BLUETOOTH SCANNERS – Very important!

Update the scanner’s firmware first, then the charging base firmware.  Also note that the EZConfig will say that the connected device is a “Xenon Charge and Communication Base”.  The system knows that you are upgrading scanner firmware (when you are updating the scanner’s firmware) and will update the scanner through the charge/communications base automatically.

Honeywell EZConfig for Scanners User Guide

New to EZConfig? Download the EZConfig guide.

The UI may look a little different, but the basic instructions still ring true. If you need further assistance with your Honeywell barcode scanner firmware, contact us.

Mobile computing has been an indispensable tool in the modern supply chain. About 50% of decision-makers have seen mobile computers as a key to increasing employee productivity and picking efficiency simultaneously. Now, with Zebra’s new MC9400, businesses can harness greater ROI as the purpose-built handheld assists with:

• Improved team communication
• Frictionless data sharing  
• Simple application updates and roll-outs
• Accurate, fast data capture

See it all for yourself in our latest MC9400 video.

5 Ways the MC9400 Raises the Bar in Enterprise Computing

While previous mobile computers are an optimal improvement compared to traditional paper-based systems, the MC9400 enriches data processing with the following benefits:

1. Enhanced processing power – Equipped with a new Qualcomm platform, the MC9400 sports 2.5 more processing power to run multiple robust applications at the same time. Moreover, embedded biometric authentication helps to protect data so your teams can get more out of their applications without compromising systems.   
2. Scan range goes beyond 100ft – Capture faraway barcodes from the ground level with Zebra’s new SE58 Extended Range, capable of reading labels over 100ft. away with ease. Moreover, its green-light aimer makes targeting seven times easier compared to red lasers, further maximizing scanning accuracy.
3. Next-level connectivity with 5G and WiFi-6E – Team communication is crucial, which is why the MC9400 was designed to integrate private and public 5G wireless connectivity. Ensure reliable communication channels outdoors while also leveraging WiFi-6E indoors for 75% less latency. The result is fast, seamless connectivity that supports new automation solutions such as robotics, augmented reality, and artificial intelligence from anywhere in your facility.      
4. Backward compatibility for cost-effective upgrades –Developed as a drop-in replacement for the MC9300, Zebra’s newest handheld retains a similar form factor and keyboard interface for a seamless upgrade experience and minimal workflow disruptions.
5. Customizable to fit your needs – Work alongside your solution provider to tailor the MC9400 to match your workflows by adjusting scanning power, cellular capabilities, and glove-friendly keypads. Moreover, optional BLE batteries can be paired with Device Tracker to locate misplaced devices even when powered down.  

Download our flyer for a comprehensive view of the MC9400’s features.

For more information on how to integrate Zebra’s new MC9400 into your workflows, contact us today.