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The CR5000 Series is comprised of multiple barcode scanning products from Code Corporation.

Designed for fast-paced environments, the CR5000 barcode scanner reads 1D, 2D, and postal barcodes with high speed and precision.

A key benefit of Code scanners is advanced data formatting. This allows dependable data integration into any platform, system, or solution—including iOS applications. 

Another popular capability is customizable driver license formatting. Users are able to target specific information to populate fields on loyalty forms, credit card applications, and more.

The current and premier product at the heart of the CR5000 Series is the new Code Reader 5200.

The CR5200 scanner consists of both the CR5210 & CR5215 models.

Launched in April of 2021, the CR5210 replaces the now End of Life (EOL) CR5020 & CR5025. The CR5215, on the other hand, allows instant age verification. 

Speed at checkout is crucial for a positive shopping experience. With easy hands-free countertop operation, quick barcode reading on mobile device screens, and efficient power consumption, the CR5200 series provides unparalleled performance for POS and ID scanning workflows.

Expedite your checkout and/or administrative teams daily tasks with the Code CR5200 series. Your employees and customers will thank you for it. For detailed product information, download the CR5200 spec sheet:

[Download the Code Reader 5200 Spec Sheet]

Contact us today to take a closer look at solutions from Code and see if their latest scanners make sense for your business.

Restaurants have more choices than ever when it comes to technology but are tired of having their systems and data disconnected. Legacy technologies don’t talk to each other, resulting in more clutter and less efficiency inside the restaurant.

For excellent service kiosk and POS systems in hotels, restaurants, bars and cafes, Elo offers a variety of solutions to help you cut through the clutter so you can spend your time on delivering outstanding hospitality, not technology.

The Internet of Things (IoT) is gaining traction in every industry and sector, from consumer electronics and retail to transportation and logistics, and even healthcare. This trend is expected to continue in the foreseeable future.

IoT is a powerful tool which allows businesses to improve their operational efficacy, the quality of the customer experience they provide, the insights they gain, and the quality of the decisions they make on their business’s success.

When business-critical Internet of Things devices go down, an organization can lose visibility into its operations. The consequences are severe, including lost income, efficiency, and safety.

A greater dependence on IoT results in an increase in the management complexity required for things like device analytics, remote assistance, firmware updates, and security measures. How are all of the numerous device makers, models, firmware versions, and communication protocols going to be managed inside a unified IT infrastructure for an enterprise? That’s where our longtime partners at SOTI come in.

IoT Management Solution: SOTI Connect

SOTI Connect is an Internet of Things management solution that enables organizations to effectively manage and gain visibility into the diverse and numerous Internet of Things–enabled devices that are spread throughout their operations, all while reducing the total cost of ownership (TCO) of those devices.

SOTI Connect is able to swiftly locate, configure, and deploy new IoT-enabled devices because its design is very flexible and data-driven. It also supports key communication protocols, which enables it to do so regardless of the make, model, or firmware of the device. It provides access to information about devices in real time and the capacity to store that information for later use in analyses.

SOTI Connect is a highly effective component of a comprehensive set of solutions.

Monitor and Automate IoT Devices

Smart devices, such as industrial and mobile printers and sensors, give businesses the ability to automate their operations, collect data, monitor every element of their Internet of Things deployments, and identify potential issues before they arise.

Organizations have been able to cut their operating costs while simultaneously increasing the productivity of their personnel and operations by implementing networks of IoT-enabled devices that are able to communicate with one another.

The Key Benefits of SOTI Connect

• Single Point of Control
• Rapid Deployment
• Manage Various Device Types
• Data Analysis
• Reduce Total Cost of Ownership

IoT is here to stay. Take control of your IoT at the enterprise level and contact us today. You might realize just how much time and money SOTI’s IoT management solutions can save your organization.

With SOTI Connect, you make the very most of your investment on a single IoT platform.

To give every patient the best care possible, empower your health care workers with the best technology (that doesn’t ever get in the way).

The TC52ax-HC healthcare mobile computers from Zebra offer a disinfectant-ready enterprise solution for healthcare organizations that want to improve the operational efficiency of their clinical workers and give better, more accurate care to patients around the clock.

What’s New for the Zebra TC52ax-HC?

The Zebra TC52ax-HC brings the ultimate in mobile computing for healthcare providers and adds some great improvements:

• Wi-Fi 6 for faster, more reliable connectivity
• Double the memory of the TC52-HC models (4 GB of RAM)
• Stunning blue casing, in the same disinfectant housing

Zebra’s touch computers are designed with hospital staff in mind. An emergency room triage is a hectic environment already. Nurses cannot afford to troubleshoot an old scanner or hesitate because a device isn’t connecting properly. They simply ignore the device, log patient data manually on the computer, and move along. Their focus is on patients, after all. These moments of technology downtime add up in the big picture, however. Don’t let outdated healthcare computers hold you back.

The TC52ax-HC provides instant familiarity to users. Anyone who has grown accustomed to a consumer grade smartphone can operate the TC52. It’s powered by Android, has an easy to read 5-inch HD display, and a responsive touch screen that responds even to latex gloves in a frantic environment.

TC52ax-HC Features

• Android Enterprise Recommended, runs Android 11 with support through Android 14
• Sharp, bright display for visibility in low light, protected by Gorilla glass panel
• Wet, gloved fingers or stylus both work great, thanks to multi-touch operation
• Easier to clean and reduce risk of spreading microorganisms thanks to medical-grade, disinfectant friendly plastic casing
• Lightning fast, first time capture of 1D & 2D barcodes, patient wristband labels, prescriptions, IV bags, and insurance paperwork for both intake and ongoing patient care
• Reliable batteries to last entire 12 hour shifts (up to 14 hours with PowerPrecision+)
• 13 megapixel color camera captures HD photos just like a smartphone
• 5 megapixel front-facing camera enables Telehealth consultations and collaboration with coworkers via video conferencing
• Voice calling and secure text messaging
• Emergency alert button is fully programmable for easy calls to security desk or responder of your choice

Doctors, nurses, technicians, support, and supply chain staff in healthcare will feel right at home with the TC52ax-HC. For a detailed list of specifications, download the TC52ax-HC infographic.

See the TC52ax-HC Mobile Computer in Action

It’s time to empower the healthcare workforce with the very best technology. Your patients, as well as your bottom line, will thank you for it. Contact us to discuss the TC52ax-HC today.

The Honeywell 8670 Wireless Ring Scanner brings a lot of versatility to the mobile warehouse worker. Its 1D and 2D scanning performance, fast decoding, and ability to read poor-quality or damaged barcodes make it the best in the industry.

Key Benefits of the 8670 Ring Scanner vs. Competing Devices

A few things to highlight about the Honeywell 8670 ring scanner are its lower ring scanning profile, lack of ring spin, and comfortable fit. See the 8670 in action below.

Lower Profile Ring Scanning

The Honeywell 8670 ring scanner has a much lower profile than the Zebra RS507.  In other words, it sits lower on your finger.  This is important because with this device you’ll be doing lots of piece picks, case picks, etc.  With a lower profile ring scanner, you are much less likely to hit the scanner on the bin/racking when reaching into a bin/racking to pick something. Rack hits = frustrated operator, progress disruption, damaged scanner.

No Ring Spin

The scanner button on the Honeywell 8670 does not sit below the finger.  So when you pick up a box, the scanner stays put. If the button sits below your finger, the scanner will spin every time you pick up a box.  So you’ll have to readjust your scanner after every pick. Life with a scanner that does not take this into account turns a 2 step process into a 3 step process.

Step 1: Scan item.

Step 2: Pick up box.

Step 3: Re-adjust ring scanner.

Comfortable, Secure Fit

Practice putting the ring scanner on until you’ve got it down to one smooth motion.  This also applies to the wearable computer.

First impressions go a long way, and if your workers continue to fumble with the scanner trying to put it on, this greatly diminishes the productivity that you are trying to capture in your business.

Contact us today to have a look at the latest ring scanning solutions from Honeywell.

Introducing the Genesis XP 7680g Flexible Presentation Scanner from Honeywell, a hands-free presentation scanner that improves client satisfaction while boosting productivity.

In comparison to earlier models, the Honeywell Genesis XP 7680g Flexible Presentation Scanner has a 20% faster scanning speed and a bigger scanning area.

The Honeywell Genesis XP 7680g Flexible Presentation Scanner, which has a full 1 megapixel imager and a quick CPU, reads barcodes quickly, handles a high level of motion tolerance, requires less repeat scans, and keeps workers busy and efficient.

The 7680g from Honeywell was designed with adaptability in mind and is capable of doing so with ease.

Benefits of the Genesis XP 7680g

• Increased productivity
• Excellent user experience
• Rugged and durable design
• Flexible and compatible with future accessories and mounting use cases

For a full list of capabilities, download the Genesis XP 7680g spec sheet.

When you’re ready to discuss what deployment looks like in your organization, contact us for 7680g pricing, support, and rollout. As a longtime Honeywell partner, Barcodes would be thrilled to assist you with your area imaging needs.

The Memor 10 from Datalogic is a durable, adaptable, and flexible PDA device that may be used for any industrial job.

Designed for enterprise deployment, the Memor 10 mobile computer packs all the latest advancements from Datalogic into a slim, compact Android form factor. Your workforce will feel right at home using the Memor 10.

Validated as part of Google’s “Android Enterprise Recommended” designation, the Memor 10’s excellent performance is powered by an octa-core, 2 GHz processor (even in the most demanding use cases). It’s fast and works exactly how you need it to with your existing systems.

While a user-friendly, rugged, and speedy touchscreen design are more of a requirement than an expectation, the PDA also boosts productivity with a contactless, hot swappable battery. No need for excessive cleaning of docks or connection pins.

And when your enterprise communications need a major improvement, the Memor 10’s embedded wireless technologies include 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5 with BLE, NFC pairing, and LTE Advanced/4G+.

Key Benefits of the Memor 10 PDA

Scan Any Product, Anywhere in Your Operation

Scan operations are simpler with speech capabilities and completely secure Wi-Fi access across all networks.

High-Efficiency Battery Performance

With the increased battery life and inductive wireless charging features that operate with any suitable inductive charger, there is less workforce downtime.

Increased Business Potential

The Memor 10 mobile computer runs on a current version of the Android OS. It also includes Datalogic Shield and the GMS suite for a longer product lifespan.

Extended Operational Capabilities

Depth of focus is increased by 60% thanks to the megapixel engine, and scanning capabilities for DotCode and Digimarc watermarks are enabled by the 2D ultra slim scan engine.

Robust and Adaptable

Modern full-touch PDA appropriate for any industrial activity, including retail, warehouse, transportation & logistics, and healthcare applications.

Datalogic doesn’t mess around when it comes to Android mobile computers that can handle tough environments. To see pricing and full specifications of the Memor 10, shop on Barcodes, Inc.

When you’ve had a chance to review your options, please contact us to discuss how we can vastly improve your PDA performance in the warehouse.

Take, Print, Go with Brother RuggedJet Go

Add productivity to the point-of-service experience with the super-compact, fast, on-the-go ready RuggedJet Go mobile receipt printers. These pocket-sized, easy-pair receipt printers from Brother make printing receipts and tickets on the move as simple as grab, print, and go.

RuggedJet Go mobile receipt printers are small, quick, and ready for on-the-go use, which boosts productivity at the point of sale. Available in 2 and 3 inch versions, printing receipts and tickets while on the go is a breeze with these convenient, pocket-sized devices.

The RuggedJet Go mobile receipt printers are super tough and constructed to last. With an IP54 protective case, the RuggedJet Go has 2.5 meter drop protection for the occasional accident.

Take advantage of NFC rapid connectivity to several operating systems, a long-lasting battery for the duration of your shift, and reliable thermal printing.

Additionally, enable Bluetooth Wireless Technology, Wi-Fi, and standard command languages for your particular printing application.

Benefits of the Brother RuggedJet Go Mobile Receipt Printer

• Easy to carry, thanks to 2″ and 3″ lightweight design
• Extremely durable for virtually any operating environment
• Fast, high resolution receipt output at 4 ips
• Long-lasting lithium ion battery life
• Quick connectivity with existing NFC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and most operating systems

For a full list of details, download the RuggedJet Go Printer Spec Sheet.

About This Webinar:

How to Select, Print, and Encode RFID Tags

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM ET

Presented By:

Chris Brown – RFID Subject Matter Expert at TSC Printronix Auto ID

Carlo Emanuele – Vice President and General Manager, Consumables at Barcodes Group

About the RFID Tag Webinar

IDTechEx forecast that 41.2 billion RAIN RFID tags will be sold in 2024, up from 15 billion just three years ago.

To enable you to track your assets with unprecedented accuracy, using the right tag will determine the success of an RFID implementation from the very beginning.

But how do you determine the encoding scheme to use at your organization, and the most appropriate tag or label to support this?

During this webinar, the following questions are answered:

• Why do you need to be concerned about encoding “good data” to RFID tags?
• How do you select an RFID tag that finds the optimal balance between size and read range?
• What role can a partner play in assisting with pre-printed/pre-encoded labels or providing solutions for your on-demand printing?

Watch the RFID Label Webinar

For an assessment of how RFID can improve your inventory accuracy and shipment verification process, please reach out to us at [email protected] or visit www.barcodesinc.com/solutions/learn-more-about-rfid/.

Zebra Technologies’ best-in-class fleet of mobile and industrial printers is now supported and managed by SOTI Connect. SOTI’s IoT management solution enables organizations in many sectors to manage, protect, and gain greater insight into all IoT devices across their operations.

Zebra and SOTI have worked together for years to develop and mutually test novel strategies for SOTI MobiControl to efficiently manage Zebra mobile computers. This entails supporting Zebra LifeGuard OTA, integrating Zebra secure remote control APIs, and allowing the quick conversion of Zebra devices to Android™ Enterprise.

The Business Case for an IoT Device Management Solution

With improved Zebra printer administration offered by SOTI Connect, which is a component of the SOTI ONE Platform, a long-standing cooperation now becomes even stronger.

Many organizations rely on internal resources to manage IoT devices. Zebra also provides their own excellent mobile device management. Where SOTI Connect really shines is helping reduce total ownership costs.

The costs and time required to deploy, manage, support, secure, and update hundreds of devices quickly adds up. Hours of productivity lost when a printer goes down. Hundreds of thousands of dollars in data lost in a data breach. “Missing” devices. Troubleshooting firmware updates manually.

Discover how to effectively manage Zebra printers at scale in the video below.

Zebra Printer Management Is Easy With SOTI Connect

Take control and ensure your Zebra printers perform at their very best.

Quick Deployment

It doesn’t have to take hours or days to deploy and set your Zebra printers up. As soon as your Zebra printers are connected, customize them to match the specific requirements of your company and you’re done.

Better Visibility

Gather important information, like the state of the battery, the device’s temperature, memory consumption, data usage, and printing speed. Take action based on data to increase the efficiency and return on investment of your Zebra printers, whether they are located nearby or halfway across the world.

Protection from Data Breaches

60 percent of firms worldwide experience data loss due to printer security breaches. With one click, you can update firewall configurations and apply security updates on your Zebra printers at scale.

Automated Error Alerts

If a printer isn’t functioning properly, SOTI Connect automatically sends remediation steps to resolve issues as soon as possible. This cuts down on expensive downtime as well as the total cost of ownership for your fleet of Zebra printers.

Automatic Firmware and OS Upgrades

Zebra printers can automatically check for and apply firmware and operating system upgrades, freeing up your IT personnel to focus on more pressing problems.

For a closer look at everything on offer, download the SOTI Connect data sheet.

Which Zebra Printers Does SOTI Connect Support?

SOTI Connect is designed to handle several IoT protocols, making control Zebra mobile and industrial printer management easier than ever.

New Zebra printers are supported by SOTI Connect’s data-driven architecture as soon as they become live.

Zebra printers that SOTI Connect supports:

• ZQ310
• ZQ320
• ZQ511
• ZQ511R
• ZQ521
• ZQ521R
• ZQ610
• ZQ620
• ZQ630
• ZQ630R
• ZR318
• ZR328
• ZR658
• ZR668
• ZT411
• ZT421
• ZT510
• ZT610
• ZT620
• ZD421C
• ZD421D
• ZD421T
• ZD510
• ZD621D

If you’ve purchased any of these printers, contact us today to see just how much time and money SOTI Connect can save your organization.

You depend on Zebra for high-quality printers. With SOTI Connect, you make the very most of your investment on a single IoT platform.