August 15, 2008 – 5:01 pm
Datalogic Mobil has a great lineup and very innovative solutions in the market today. The technology sharing that has happened with the purchase of PSC is proving to be quite an advantage in the market.
The Datalogic Green Spot™ technology, which is a patented innovation for laser barcode readers and available only from Datalogic, has been received very well with our customer base.
In today’s environment, mobile computers need to be equipped with the latest technology, very rugged and durable and easy to use. The hand held user must maximize their productivity and the key is to have accurate work regardless of the working conditions. This is where the green spot technology comes to the rescue.
Office environments are an easy area for barcode scanners to work, but in the real world environment they are not as forgiving. Imagine scanning at the loading dock, outdoors, in a crowded retail store, on a manufacturing floor, or in a dimly lighted warehouse. These environments make data collection a real challenge. The option has been to have an audible tone and that itself is environment dependent and Read More »
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August 11, 2008 – 4:25 pm
Did you know that click n ship labels are just laser label sheets that can be used in a laser printer or inkjet printer for printing shipping labels? The term click n ship was used by the USPS to define the type of label that works with the template used for shipping postal mail. 
This click n ship format is now also used by UPS and FedEx for their online shipping label programs.
It is a nice format because most business owners have a printer that will print an 8.5 inch by 11 inch sheet of paper. These same businesses can use the same printer to print the shipping labels they need now. A simple HP inkjet printer that comes with most computers can now be used to print the shipping labels for your business packages by just changing the media in the paper feed.
Click n Ship labels are an adhesive label stock that is cut in the size of the 8.5 x 11 sheet and the label is on a white liner. The sheet is then slit in the center horizontally to make 2 labels on the sheet. The slit does not go through the liner so the sheet is not cut into 2 sheets measuring 8.5 x 5.5, only the label on top is cut to that size. By doing it that way, the full sheet stays intact to run through the printer smoothly.
A full case quantity is usually packaged with 1000 click n ship adhesive label sheets in a box making a total of 2000 actual labels because there are 2 on a sheet. Be careful though. With click n ship labels, the second label on the sheet, which is the lower label, prints with the instruction and is not used for the shipment. Due to this label being wasted, in a case there are only 1000 shipments that can be performed.
The click n ship label format is used when a business has a light to moderate shipping demand. A shipping demand that is light to moderate would be in the range of 1 to 25 shipments per day. If your demand is significantly greater than this quantity, the next step would be to move up to a Zebra 2844 using Zebra labels on a roll. The reason is because laser toner and inkjet cartridges are Read More »
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Are you having visions for your company to have its own barcode labeled inventory system? Do you want to be able to scan your products in and out for a more efficient and reliable inventory count? If so, here is a blueprint for you to turn those visions into realities.
First, you need to identify all the equipment and supplies that a successful inventory system requires. The most important thing to do is find a supplier that can provide and help implement ALL of the appropriate equipment. After you have identified your supplier and explained your application, they will be able to recommend the appropriate inventory software. Your software will hold all of your product part numbers and inventory quantities. This software will also allow you to produce and print a barcode that contains a human readable description of your product name and part number along with a barcode that you can scan in or out of inventory. There are many price ranges for inventory software and it is all based on how extensive the software needs to be with your existing system.
The second thing you will need in this process is a barcode scanner that is compatible with your software. This scanner will be used to scan the barcode label that has been applied to the product that is going to enter or leave your facility. You will add or remove this product from your inventory by scanning it with your new scanner. Your supplier will determine what scanner is right for you after examining your particular application. Choices will be between wireless or tethered scanners. If wireless is the choice, then there is a decision between live wireless or batch wireless devises based on whether the data needs to be live or not.
A barcode label printer will be the next piece of equipment that you will Read More »
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For a limited time, Datalogic Scanning is offering incredible INSTANT REBATES on our newest QuickScan and PowerScan 8000 products
These rebates were so hot, they have been extended! For every QuickScan Mobile, QuickScan Laser handheld reader, or PowerScan 8000 Series Industrial handheld reader that is purchased between now and August 31st, channel partners will receive an instant rebate per the table below. Call now to take advantage of these special savings!
Part # Instant Rebate Amt
QM2130-BK-910 $30
QM2130-WH-910 $30
QM2130-BK-910K1 $33
QM2130-WH-910K1 $33
QD2330-WH $12
QD2330-BK $12
QD2330-BKK1 $12
QD2330-WHK1 $12
QD2330-BKK3 $12
QD2330-WHK3 $12
QD2330-BKK1S $12
QD2330-WHK1S $12
QD2330-BKK3S $12
QD2330-WHK3S $12
PD8330 $35
PD8330-AR $35
PD8340-AR $35
PD8530 $35
PD8530-HD $35
PD8530-WA $35
PM8300-910 $50
PM8300-AR910 $50
PM8300-D910 $50
PM8300-DAR910 $50
PM8300-910RB $50
PM8300-AR910RB $50
PM8300-D910RB $50
PM8300-DAR910RB $50
BC8030-910 $15
BC8060-910 $15
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There are such a wide variety of labels out there that it makes one wonder if a format ever goes discontinued. Lets take a look at the formats that have been in the market to get a base understanding of how many there are. 
In the beginning there were pin feed labels used by most businesses as computer labels for address labels. Companies would have a pin feed printer with the green lined computer paper feed into the printer for printing reports and running end of day sales. These printers allow a quick and easy change out to load and align label stock and the alignment was guaranteed by the pin track on the edge of the liner. This pin track lines up with the tractor feed that contains a sprocket, which grabs the perforated holes at both sides of the form and pulls it through uniformly.
Other names for these printers are the dot matrix printer or the impact printer used in data processing for years. These printers have a print head that runs back and forth on the page striking an ink-soaked cloth ribbon against the paper or label, much like a typewriter. The difference between a typewriter and this printer is that the letters are drawn out of a dot matrix, allowing for a varied font and arbitrary graphics to be produced. Because the printing involves mechanical pressure, Read More »
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Adazon is clearing out the stock on PPT8860-R3BZ1000’s. This hand held scanner is packed with 64MB RAM, BlueTooth, 15 keys, a color display and includes scanner along with Windows Mobile 2003 OS. These units are not in the box, but they are new. 
There is more to this package. We are also including the cradle, which goes for over $100, the cables for a serial connection and the power supply with the power cord. All of these are in stock and ready to ship or $998.00.
These are Symbol branded scanners and do not have the Motorola brand on them because they were made before Motorola bought Symbol. This hand held scanner is great for many applications, including warehouse shipping and receiving, asset tracking, inventory management, route management, legal file documentation, and healthcare documentation.
This durable PPT8860 is part of the 8800 family and includes bluetooth so you can easily integrate a printer to the unit or share information between units. Rental agencies have used these bluetooth units to provide receipts on the fly. Route managers have also used these to provide a printout of the days order to the customer.
This unit is a proven work horse by Symbol and will stand up to the most demanding applications. The expanded memory on this PPT8860-R3BZ1000 allows for expanded batch applications for inventories well over 5,000 stock keeping units (SKU’s) where most of the basic units can only maintain a memory up to 5,000 SKU’s.
Contact us with any further question on this item. We at Adazon look forward to working with you.
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Have you noticed the change that is taking place in many top retail stores? 
Their labels are changing to adjust to the eco-friendly trend that is now taking place. Many top retail clothing stores, Gap and Old Navy to name a couple, are changing the look of their labels. They are going to a more earthly color like creams, beiges, and browns as well as replacing the plastic ties for a more suitable eco friendly tie by attaching their labels with ribbon or rope ties.
Most of us never even think twice about plastic ties and what they do to the environment. Did you know that 80% of trash in the ocean is plastic? There is more trash in the ocean then animals. Plastic is the major part of waste in our landfills. They are non biodegradable so they can break into smaller parts but NEVER fully disappear. Although we are just talking about little plastic ties that attach tags to a garment, a little help with the environment goes a long way. Ribbons and rope ties are a much better solution. They are biodegradeable so they can fully disappear into the environment.
It’s amazing that a little change in label color and style can help keep your store stay hip with the new eco-friendly trend and give you a fresh new appearance. Keep your eyes open and watch how many major retail stores will continue to reflect this new trend by adjusting their overall appearance and style.
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Your business may still be using dot matrix printers for its smaller-sized printing needs. But why should you switch over to thermal labels? What practical applications do they have?
Thermal printing, or direct thermal printing, involves the printer heating the label and producing color, rather than putting ink on the paper. This immediately provides a bonus: no ink. With traditional printing, you are consuming both ink and paper, and with thermal labels, you only consume the paper.
Thermal labels are tremendously common in today’s marketplace. They can be seen at gas station pumps, point of sale stations (both at restaurants and supermarkets), and many other places. The reason for this is that many of these places experience times of high volume printing with little time to deal with the printer itself. These places choose thermal labels because it is very easily and quickly refilled, leading to very short downtimes in periods of big business.
Thermal labels do have their drawbacks, but they are minimal. Generally, direct thermal labels do not have a long shelf life, many only lasting a year. They also normally only print in black, though some do print in black and one other color, if desired. Depending on your situation, these drawbacks may not mean much to you. If that’s the case, then thermal labels are a smart choice for your business.
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Using self-adhesive labels can provide many long-term benefits that you may not have thought of. For many, it has become so commonplace, while others resist the whole idea. Here are a few reasons why you should consider having some self-adhesive labels handy around the house:
- Efficiency. This is a big one. Instead of having to constantly jot down your return address on the envelope, why not just stick a label from your cache that you keep in your desk drawer? It takes one more hassle out of sending a letter.
- Professionalism. There are times when professionalism is a must in your mailing etiquette. For example: mailing a resume. When sending your information to a prospective employer, being professional shows that you take pride in the details. A big way to do this is with self-adhesive labels. They make an envelope look sharp and organized, which is what you want the employer to think about you.
- Security. Some of us do not have very good handwriting. Our mail is left in the hands of the mail carriers, who may or may not be able to read your handwriting. Printing out the address on a label gives you the peace of mind that your letter will get where it needs to go.
It’s amazing how many people overlook the advantage of using self-adhesive labels. Think about purchasing some. You’ll recognize the benefits immediately.
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Removable labels have become standard in many places, but permanent labels remain vital to your business in a few ways. In these cases, having a label that has a chance of falling off is not appropriate to use.
How about your product? Permanent labels on your product may be an incredible and often overlooked investment. One of the worst sights to see at a store is of a product that is packaged with a label that is half hanging off the side. The way you package your product is an indicator of the quality of the product itself to the consumer. And while permanent labels may not be appropriate when affixing a label directly to a product, there are many other times when it is necessary.
Or identification badges? If you are part of a larger business, you may have identification badges. Permanent labels can ensure that the name, photo, or job title is secure. Much like the product packaging, when someone walks into your place of business, how your employees look is an indicator of the quality of the business within.
When ordering permanent labels, be sure to indicate what the labels will be bonding to. Some labels bond more readily and permanently to certain materials than others.
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