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Intermec Introduces the New CN51 Mobile Computer
Intermec, now part of Honeywell, announced the CN51 rugged mobile computer – the company’s latest offers unparalleled versatility allowing the choice of Windows or Android operating systems on a single device coupled with a power-packed 1.5GHz dual core, multi-engine processor design with 1GB RAM, and 16GB Flash for the highest degree of future-proofing capability. Perfect for an array of applications: direct store delivery, transportation and logistics and field service operations.
The CN51’s large, multi-touch, outdoor-readable screen provides ample room for application viewing with less scrolling for greater productivity, as well as more space for capturing signatures. It’s also equipped with state-of-the-art smart battery technology, delivering industry-leading battery life that lasts through a full 12-hour shift and beyond without interruption to replace or recharge. The CN51 is also the perfect migration option from the current CN50, offering improved processor and area imager performance, while still maintaining accessory compatibility with existing CN50 installations.
Datalogic Announces their New QuickScan QW2100 Linear Imager
Datalogic has announced the worldwide availability of the QuickScan QW2100 linear imager. Since its original limited availability release to some markets in early 2012, over several hundreds of thousands of QW2100 have been sold in less than 2 years. This product has been well received by the customers within these regions and offers a strong, mature foundation for this worldwide release.
Datalogic believes in developing products that are based on various key points such as technological advancements, market trends, customer needs and the customer return on investments (ROI) requirements. Datalogic has over 40 years of experience in developing ADC products. Building upon its position as a leading pioneer of imaging technology, Datalogic continues to be in the forefront of linear and area imaging technologies for the corresponding markets. While there are specific market needs that may dictate the use of a laser bar code scanner, linear imager technology is able to offer multiple alternative 1D scanning options such as: solid state construction, which ensures no moving parts and less percentage of mechanical failures, ability to scan codes from mobile phones and computer screens, bright and more visible scan line, and an excellent price/performance ratio in the marketplace. In recognizing the varying market and investment needs of their customers, Datalogic offers a portfolio that spans multiple ADC linear imaging solutions.
pcAmerica Adds Tablet Support to their POS Software
pcAmerica has added new tablet-ready versions of its award-winning point of sale software solutions, Cash Register Express (CRE) and Restaurant Pro Express (RPE), to its product lineup.
CRE and RPE have been optimized for tablets and the software is compatible with many pieces of tablet hardware, including the HP Elitepad. As the tablets are running Windows 8, a standard Microsoft operating system, the tablet editions of the POS software still support a full peripheral set including pole displays, weight scales and pin pads.
Motorola RFID Antenna Infographic
The world of RFID can be a mystery for many especially when finding what antenna you should use for a fixed reader. Motorola is one of the leading manufacturers of fixed RFID readers and offers a range of antenna for indoor, outdoor, customer facing, and even industrial applications. This infographic is a great introduction to the Motorola line and will help narrow your choices a bit. For further assistance finding the right Motorola RFID products for your application, contact us at Barcodes Inc to speak with one of our RFID specialist.
Printronix RFID Printers
As RFID becomes a more commonplace tool to help all types of businesses become more efficient and accurate, the available choices for RFID printers is expanding all the time. Given the costs involved you obviously want to find a printer that will meet any compliance/performance requirements you need while being a reliable investment for the long term.
Printronix has been a leading manufacture of industrial grade label printers and continues this legacy with their current line of RFID printers. Designed for the most demanding and critical applications, the SL5000R and SL4M are the perfect solutions for any RFID printing requirement.
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Elo Introduces New iTouch Touchscreens for the Gaming Industry
Elo, the original inventor of touchscreen technology, today announced a portfolio of touchscreen platforms for the global gaming industry based on Elo iTouch surface acoustic wave technology. Leveraging energy-saving LED technology that reduces power consumption by fifty percent, the stylish zero-bezel, true flat clear glass touchscreens are available in a variety of sizes for gaming machine, loyalty program kiosk, interactive directory map, sports book, hotel, restaurant and retail applications. The Elo 24-inch true flat touchscreens will be on display in booths 4019 and 4041 during the G2E Global Gaming Expo Las Vegas to be held 24-26 September 2013.
The Star DK-AirCash is Now MFi Certified
Expanding the field for mobile point of sale solutions, Star Micronics is excited to introduce its DK-AirCash accessory for enabling secure cash payments in mPOS. Traditionally, cash drawers are controlled manually (key operated) or by a wired connection to a PC or through a wired connection to a printer. The DK-AirCash enables the control of the cash drawer either directly through an Ethernet, Bluetooth and now MFi certified Bluetooth connection. Star’s DK-AirCash makes “wireless” operation of an existing hard-wired cash drawer possible.
With MFi certification from Apple, Star’s DK-AirCash is compatible with popular Apple devices such as iPhone, iPad and iPod touch in addition to devices running on Android and Windows platforms. Now available in MFi certified Bluetooth, Star’s DK-AirCash is a cost effective way to upgrade your cash drawer’s compatibility for mPOS. Join the mPOS revolution with Star’s DK-AirCash!
Epson Introduces Their New On-Demand Color Label Printer the ColorWorks C3500
According to industry research by the Freedonia Group, label demand in the U.S. will reach a projected $19.1 billion by 2017, representing an annual growth of 4.2 percent. With this increased label adoption, many manufacturers are looking for ways to combine operational flexibility with higher quality and output, while simultaneously reducing production costs and use of label materials. To help manufacturers produce vibrant, full color labels, Epson is introducing its new ColorWorks C3500 Label Printer with Just In Time Color Labeling at PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2013.
The ColorWorks C3500 system is designed to meet the needs of manufacturers producing labels for high mix, low volume applications that require multiple label variations. Within the U.S. label market, more than half of all jobs fall under orders of 50,000 or less. By leveraging the new printer’s on demand color labeling technology, 4-color ink capability, and increased print speed and image quality, manufacturers can reduce total labeling costs by up to 50 percent. These savings also come from the ability to eliminate inventory of pre-printed color labels and waste.
The CipherLab CP60 Is Now Certified by RedBeam
CipherLab has announced that its newest Windows Mobile terminal, the CP60, is certified for implementation with the RedBeam Suite of software applications.
RedBeam is a leading provider of barcode and data collection software designed to make fixed asset tracking, inventory management, and check in check out processes more efficient.
Hundreds of organizations in virtually every industry use RedBeam to track fixed assets, inventory, parts and supplies anything with a barcode label. Clients in manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, retail, military, government, education, and healthcare use RedBeam to reduce expenses and increase productivity. RedBeam’s fixed asset tracking, check in check out, and inventory control software products are powerful and ready-to-use right out of the box.
NiceLabel Achieves Oracle Validated Integration with Oracle E-Business Suite Release 12
Niceware, a Gold level member of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), has announced it has achieved Oracle Validated Integration of NiceLabel Automation Enterprise with Oracle E-Business Suite Release 12.1.
NiceLabel Automation Enterprise allows Oracle E-Business Suite customers access to enterprise-class bar code label printing. NiceLabel Automation Enterprise provides for extremely efficient label printing and return print status messages directly to Oracle applications. This tightly coupled integration with Oracle Warehouse Management and Oracle Mobile Supply Chain Applications eliminates the need for customization and programming changes to the customer’s existing Oracle business systems enabling more affordable and efficient label printing.
The NiceLabel label lifecycle management workflow of Design, Control and Automate is a solution for helping Oracle customers gain visibility and control of their global labeling operations. NiceLabel Automation Enterprise introduces a server licensing model for Oracle customers, versus printer based licensing, making it more affordable to connect and automate printing across the Enterprise.
