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What Are The Benefits of the cab Squix Industrial Label Printer?

The cab Squix industrial label printer has a compact design and is used in a wide range of applications, with a focus on easy, intuitive and high reliability. It is manufactured from high-quality materials and can come with many peripherals and software to enable customer-specific solutions. Check out what makes the cab Squix the industrial label printer the right one to deploy in your environment:

• Reliable and fast printing – from 5.9” to 11.8” per second
• Accurate print images – 203, 300 and 600 dpi options
• Easy to operate – can print various widths with no adjustment
• Compact design – 7.8” x 11.3” x 18.1” (W x H x D)
• Maximum quality standards – prints the smallest labels in the market
• Flexible – over 30 different accessories that can be added (cutters, rewinders, applicators, scanners, memory, etc.)
• Connectivity – standard with USB, Serial, Ethernet, Wi-Fi plus offers 3 extra USB ports for peripherals
• Data Protection – cabProtect is a standard feature that protects data being sent to printer

What Does the cab Squix Look Like?

1. Hinged Cover: Material stock can be checked, and entire printing processes followed through a large panoramic window.
2. Plungers: One is fixed on the inside. To get a good print image, the second one is moved to the outside margin of a label.
3. Rugged Metal Chassis: Made of cast aluminum to assemble all the units.
4. Coated Print Rollers: Synthetic rubber is a standard to get highly accurate print images. Silicone coating is an option for extra-long service life.
5. Peel-off Function: To separate labels from the liner. A powered guide roller and a pinch roller enable highly accurate imprint and peel-off.
6. Peripheral Port: To plug additional modules easily and quickly. They are screw fixed.
7. Ribbon Holder: Ribbons are quick and easy to replace using three-part tightening axles.
8. Roll Holder: Constant tension by means of the margin stop (spring-mounted, screw-capped) while material is fed.
9. Internal Rewinder: To wind labels or liners with or without a cardboard core on peel-off devices. Materials are easy to handle using a three-part tightening axle.
10. Rocker: Suspension and Teflon-made guide rollers reduce traction and improve the accuracy of print images.
11. Material Guide: Assembled to the rocker. By a user turning the rotary knob, the stop moves to the margin of a label.
12. Print Image Accuracy: The smaller a label, the higher are the demands. Using slip correction, print offset can be reduced by ±0.2 mm.

Where Does the cab Squix Industrial Label Printer Fit?

The cab Squix industrial label printer is used across a wide range of industrial applications. Some common uses cases include PCB Labeling, Type Plate Labeling, Cardboard Labeling and Pallet Labeling. While the cab Squix is best-in-class for printing small labels, it is also a go-to printer for printing of Odette, UCC and GS1 labels in the Transportation and Logistics` industry.

Contact us today for a free assessment and see if the cab Squix label printer is right for your operation.

If you missed our webinar on August 5th about Key Performance Indicators (KPI) enable the warehouse to stay on top of issues and predictively and proactively manage the future through sales forecasts and inventory balancing, click on the webinar recording below.

Key Takeaways Include:

• Poor inventory management can affect your customer service level and profits.
• By continuously monitoring established inventory management KPIs, your company can readily have all the information it needs to respond to changing needs instantly and into the future.
• Implementing an Inventory Management System will help your company become more efficient, effective, and profitable.

Presented By:

John Holycross– Channel Account Manager – Wasp

Raul Cepeda – VP Product Management & Strategic Alliances – Barcodes Group

If you have any questions, please contact us here.

Almost half of manufacturers experience downtime as a consequence of faulty printers within their labeling system. One hour of downtime can drain as much as $100,000 in lost productivity alone without factoring in negative customer experiences and wasted employee labor. To uphold maximum operational efficiency, every part of your operation must prioritize visibility, adaptability, and security – including your printer.

Redefining efficiency from the inside out Zebra’s Print DNA brings a wide range of productivity, management, visibility, and development applications dedicated to delivering quality printing performance from run to run.

See how in our video:

Redefining Efficiency in 5 Intelligent Ways:

Powered by Link-OS, Zebra’s Print DNA takes your printing operations a step higher by redefining:

1. Asset visibility – Visibility tools provide crucial business intelligence to manage your printer fleet via the cloud anywhere at any time.
2. Operational security – PrintSecure protects your printers from unauthorized access, keeping your data and infrastructure protected.
3. Streamlined workflows – Tap-to-pair and multiple barcode scanning can help accelerate processing without hindering accuracy rates or device performance.
4. Power management – Applications such as PowerPrecision provide insight into battery performance while expanding power lifecycle to survive your longest shifts without interruptions
5. Remote management – Deploy changes and updates seamlessly across multiple locations through remote management tools, easing troubleshooting for continuous workforce productivity

See what makes your rugged Zebra label printers strong from the inside out in our infographic.

You already have a strong printer. Take it a step farther with printing software dedicated to seamless integration and maximized efficiency. Contact Barcodes, Inc. today to learn more.

When it comes to operational efficiency, don’t let the consumables get in the way! Save time and money with Honeywell printing supplies!

Their selection of genuine labels, tags, receipts, and ribbons supports a wide range of barcode printing applications from mild to harsh environments. With all these consumables offered as stock options you can quickly replenish your label material during time in need.

Honeywell stocks a wide selection of barcode labels to meet any need. There are no shortage of options to choose from whether it is labels in healthcare, shipping, inventory and asset tracking.

• Duratherm Receipt Paper – A direct thermal paper that provides excellent print quality. Well-suited for most general receipt applications, most notably for use in portable thermal printers.
• Duratherm Wristband –  The Duratherm wristbands are recommended for healthcare and provide the positive identification hospitals need for maximum patient safety. The full-coverage thermal print coating enables high quality printing on the entire length of the band, thus eliminating the need to reposition a sleeping patient just to scan their band.
• Duratherm II Label – A general purpose direct thermal paper label that delivers high-quality, cost-effective printing. Duratherm II is recommended for most general use applications where exposure to chemicals and moisture is not anticipated.
• Duratherm III Label – A top-coated direct thermal paper label that delivers high-quality printing and enhanced durability. Duratherm III is recommended for applications where high humidity, moisture contact and surface abrasion are concerns.
• Duratherm NIR Label – A premium direct thermal paper label engineered to deliver high-contrast images and enhanced durability. Duratherm III NIR is targeted for use in applications with challenging barcode scanning requirements and is well-suited for high-speed sortation applications.
• Duratherm II Tag – A general purpose paper tag providing high-quality, cost-effective printing. Duratherm II Tag is recommended for applications where labeling is not suitable. This product resists curling, even in high humidity environments.
• Duratran II Label – A paper label coated thermal transfer label that exhibits excellent print quality. Offered with a variety of adhesive options, recommended for applications with moderate abrasion, heat, or sunlight is present.
• Duratran II RFID Label – The flexible RFID smart labels provide a versatile architecture that can be used in open or closed loop environments. These labels can be deployed with confidence to meet a broad range of customer requirements including thermal transfer and direct thermal printing.

Contact us and find out how you can save on your consumables, we can help you find the consumables you need and get you the efficiency you are looking for!

August 5th at 11AM (Central Time U.S. and Canada)

Key Performance Indicators (KPI) enable the warehouse to stay on top of issues and predictively and proactively manage the future through sales forecasts and inventory balancing.

Join Barcodes Group and Wasp to learn how an automated inventory management system can help your company to monitor those KPIs and provide the valuable information needed to move faster, ship sooner, please customers and protect workers. Plus, get a chance to win one of two $50 gift cards when you attend.

Key Takeaways Include:

• Poor inventory management can affect your customer service level and profits.
• By continuously monitoring established inventory management KPIs, your company can readily have all the information it needs to respond to changing needs instantly and into the future.
• Implementing an Inventory Management System will help your company become more efficient, effective, and profitable.

Presented By:

John Holycross– Channel Account Manager – Wasp

Raul Cepeda – VP Product Management & Strategic Alliances – Barcodes Group

If you have any questions, please contact us here. If you can’t make the live webinar be sure to register anyways and we’ll send you the recording afterward. We hope to see you there!

Needless to say, there is already a great deal of anxiety felt within a hospital. The last thing your staff and patients should worry about is whether or not they are receiving the correct treatment. However, researchers at the Emergency Care Research Institute cite mismatched identification as one of the top ten concerns^[1] patients have in 2020. As a matter of fact, American healthcare systems lose an average of $6 billion^[2] annually due to inaccurate patient identification and matching. In addition to potential patient endangerment and financial loss, poor identification can also lead to:

• Wasted medical resources
• Lost staff productivity
• Incorrect discharge instructions
• Transfusion and medication errors
• Diminished patient trust

To reduce these harms, healthcare professionals are encouraged to double-check wristbands before administering care; however, when bands are fading, crumpled, or inaccessible, proper identification becomes more difficult.

See how our partnership with Zebra Technologies can improve your identification system in our video:

Get more out of your Patient Tracking System with Barcodes, Inc.

As leaders in effective tracking, Barcodes, Inc. works closely with your team to develop a customized patient identification solution that provides reliable visibility from admission to discharge. Working with Zebra’s healthcare-grade wristbands, design and deploy a system that enhances care with visible patient status and real-time feedback, while also benefiting from Barcodes, Inc.’s services:

• Software development and integration
• Staging and product management services
• Automatic re-ordering and shipping

Contact us today to integrate efficiency back into your identification system.

^[1] Cheney, Christopher. Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns for 2020. Health Leaders. Mar 17, 2020.

^[2] Caramencio, Alicia. Patient-matching issues cost hospitals $1.5M a year. Fierce Healthcare. Apr 17, 2018.

Errors and healthcare simply don’t mix, yet studies suggest that more than half^[1] of lab errors occur as a result of improper labeling. From wasted medical supplies to fatal mistakes, improper healthcare labeling damages a hospital’s operations from the inside out. To eliminate unnecessary risks, we recommend reviewing label performance by certifying your printing supplies fulfill the following expectations:

• Long-lasting adhesive strength – Your labels carry vital information wherever they go, which means that a missing label can stop your workflow and implicate patient care.
• Temperature endurance – Because medical assets and medications can transition between drastic temperatures throughout the day, labels should be fitted to endure constant temperature swings in order to preserve identification.
• Crisp legibility regardless size – From large operating machinery to small test tubes, every healthcare asset requires reliable identification. Simplify data capture with smear-resistant barcodes that fit your custom label.
• Writable surface – Since caregivers will most likely need to write on your labels, minimize time spent looking for appropriate pens and integrate writable surfaces into your labeling solution.
• Chemical resistance – Last but not least, healthcare labels should be able to endure abrasive and/or corrosive chemicals as well as disinfectants in order to protect information.

Using Zebra Certified Labels, Barcodes Inc. creates scalable and cost-effective labeling solutions built for healthcare. Plus, count on automatic restocking and replenishment for maximum uptime. As experts in efficient tracking and traceability systems, we build custom solutions that meet your application requirements without draining your budget, effectively cutting errors and confusing workflows.

See how in our video:

Contact us today for a free assessment and see if your healthcare labels are living up to your staff and patients’ expectations.

^[1] Identification errors involving clinical laboratories: a College of American Pathologists Q-Probes study of patient and specimen identification errors at 120 institutions. Archives of Pathology and Medicine.

It’s no surprise that modern day operations have become increasingly more complex. New product specifications have created greater variations in SKU numbers, which when paired with outdated sorting systems, can open room to more picking errors. As new product specifications arise, new picking solutions, such as wearable technology and voice picking, elevate workforce mobility, creating new opportunities such as:

• Maximized workforce productivity
• Greater data capture accuracy
• Increased ergonomics that prioritizes worker comfort and safety
• Seamless integration and facilitated training.

Partnering with Zebra Technologies, Barcodes, Inc. delivers these benefits and more within a frictionless picking solution, designed with Zebra’s most rugged ring scanner, the RS6000. Boost productivity by 15% while integrating:

• PRZM Intelligent imaging
• Tap-to-pair options for seamless connectivity
• Zero Wi-Fi interference
• Long-range Bluetooth reaching as far as 91 feet

Mobility and accuracy go hand in hand. See how Barcodes, Inc. maximizes both in our video:

Witness the power for yourself with Barcodes EDGE

Reducing downtime by 82%, Barcodes, Inc. takes voice picking a step farther with TrueSupport, customized software development, staging, configuration and timely repair services to preserve maximum uptime.

Get a free demonstration today when you contact Barcodes, Inc. 

As supply chains grow more dynamic, your business’ success depends on reliable connectivity and sustained visibility from production to point-of sale. Without the proper tools, poor visibility can drain your budget, resulting in:

• Misplaced and broken assets
• Smaller device spare pool
• Spoiled or devalued inventory
• Costly downtime and bottlenecks

If you’re already experiencing any of these, it may be time to strengthen your visibility solution with a new locationing system, such as Barcodes, Inc.’s Locationing Solutions.

Experience the Barcodes EDGE Difference

Built with tested expertise, Barcodes EDGE’s Locationing Solutions provide you with on-site surveys, in-depth procurement and development, device configurations, implementation and True Support. Seamlessly integrate next-generation visibility powered by Zebra’s real-time tracking hardware to gain actionable insight into your crucial assets and on-demand inventory. Pair continuous service with next-generation technology such as:

• Rugged RFID tags that fit your specific application requirements
• Long-range scanners
• High-precision readers that captures accurate location within 2ft
• Visibility software and applications that expand connectivity throughout the supply chain.

See how we’re redefining supply chain efficiency in our webinar

Contact us today to start creating your tailored locationing solution with Barcodes, Inc..

What Are The Benefits of the Epson TM-U220 Kitchen Receipt Printer?

The Epson TM-U220 kitchen and bar receipt printer is a compact and designed for high-speed receipt printing. It has been tested and certified with most of the common mobile point of sale applications and is capable of printing directly from iOS, Android and Windows consumer and enterprise-grade devices. Check out what makes the Epson TM-U220 the receipt printer to deploy in your kitchen or bar:

• Mobile Point of Sale (POS)-friendly
• Compatible with iOS, Android and Windows devices
• DHCP-enabled configuration available for easy IP/Network configuration
• Supports 802.11a/b/g/n with 2.4GHz compatibility
• Prints up to 6 inches per second
• Two-color printing for highlighting offers or order exceptions
• Right-side up printing for kitchen orders
• ENERGY STAR qualified
• Available in dark gray or cool white
• 2-year limited warranty

Where Does the Epson TM-U220 Fit?

The Epson TM-U220 receipt printer is ideal for Retail, Hospitality and Restaurant environments where a receipt printer is required in the kitchen or underneath a bar counter.

In kitchens, receipt printers need to be able to withstand higher heat temperatures, print in multiple colors to identify special requests, come equipped with buzzers for new orders and auto-cutters for easy retrieval. The Epson TM-U220 is equipped with all these features and so much more.

Contact us today for a free assessment and see if the Epson TM-U220 is right for your kitchen or bar.