The CodeXML M3 Bluetooth Modem features a 2.4 GHz wireless transceiver which allows communication and Bluetooth to relate between Code Readers and host computers or systems to support Keyboard, USB and Serial inputs.

This simple modem is a great choice for companies who need a great wireless modem without changing any of there applications or software. The Bluetooth Wireless Modem will not interrupted your work schedule and is easy to install (just plug it into your laptop or computer system and it is done). This modem does not require any drivers (including Bluetooth drivers). Furthermore, the firmware is easily upgradeable and adaptable to your corporate and communications needs.

The perimeters of this modem serves 2.0 + EDR which is proven very reliable to replace cables and ensure security through wireless communication interruptions of different devices. The adaptability of this product makes it a very desirable when jumping from one communication mode to another (co-sited with 802.11 x systems). The CodeXML M3 Bluetooth Modem works well with other Bar Code Readers and works well with three other Code Readers at the same time.

In addition, the modem uses an 8 digit encryption and can be user-defined. With every Bluetooth Wireless Communication this product has the ability to authenticate 2.0 + EDR information and encrypt data transmissions.

The set-up of this device is completely easy and forthcoming by just scanning the bar code that comes with the product the modem will wirelessly connect to your computer or system properly and automatically without any downtime. At this point, you can start sending data immediately.

Compatible Computer Operating Systems Include:

• Window NT, XP & 2000
• Linux Applications
• Programmable Logic Controller
• Unix Applications
• Legacy Terminals
• All Other Operating Systems

To reach a Bar Code Reader representative call (847) 235-2700 or (800) 305-7343 and/or by e-mail to sales@adazonusa.com to inquire about the CodeXML M3 Bluetooth Modem.

The Bar CodeXML M3 Bluetooth Modem (Wireless or Cabled) Features & Benefits:

• Bluetooth to keyboard, USB or Serial Output
• Seamless integration with Code Readers
• East to Install: Just plug-in the modem & start your wireless data transmitting
• Extended Range: transmitting & receiving Bluetooth signals up to 300 feet or 100 meters
• The Modem can be mounted on any working surfaces (by just drill 4 holes)
• Compatible with 3 other Code Readers and will operate at the same time when transmitting data

The Bar CodeXML M3 Bluetooth Modem Security Features & Benefits:

128-Bit Bluetooth Authentication and Encryption tool included

The Barcode Industry has helped the law enforcement community through out the years to gather information more efficiently and effectively. The use of the CR2 and CR3 wireless or cabled barcode has help in eCitation, eCrash Reports, Roadside Checks, Chain-of -Custody and Asset Tracking Networking.

The code reader uses digital imaging to read barcodes and Dynamic Optimization Technology (DOT) to improve the performance of the resolution, illumination and imaging to ensure quality and correct data readings. The barcode reader uses firmware to read images and sends data to software through a palm-held devices or Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) that is located in a police vehicle, or to a host computer at the headquarters or main office.

Officers use the CR2 and CR3 to read valid Vehicle Registrations, VIN Numbers, and other I.D. registries. The data is immediate to the police officers and the information is transmitted wirelessly via connection to a MDT or palm-held component. Moreover, the user friendly devices (CR2 & CR3) are very adjustable from jumping to different applications before scanning bar codes and other information. JavaScript prepares data to be read by other applications (for instance Aspen) without other programming for precise retrieving information.

People in the public safety environments and law enforcement use the CR2 & CR3 Barcode Readers to find Chain-of-Custody by reading barcodes of evidence parcel and I.D. badges. The real time date stamp is placed on each scanned item to insure that the CR2 and CR3 is accurate in supporting the process of reading and decoding information. The tracking devices help identify and locate barcode items by reading labels and tags to make sure that data is updated and properly recorded on the database.

Law Enforcement and Public Safety Barcode Reader Features & Benefits

• Lightweight, compacted and ergonomically to the hand and for travel
• Digital imaging technology, chaperone by DOT, permits Code’s Readers to read all bar code symbols
• Two-way reporting enabling data to be received by officers from outside the police vehicle to double check ‘wants and warrants’ or find stolen automobiles
• Bluetooth transmission guarantees data will not be corrupted by any other Wi-Fi or wireless waves
• Cabled or wireless Readers provide use-case options for specific procedures
• Firmware prepares JavaScript for multiple software without other programs
• Updates are available to prolong the life of your Readers duration

The Bar Code Reader CR1200 is the best buy of the year. It’s easy to use, speediness and price makes this product the most inexpensive for companies just starting out. The reader/decoder has the next generation technology with powerful digital imaging at its lowest price on the market today. This model is made for ‘point and shoot’ Omni-directional usage. This brand model is the cheapest, but that doesn’t mean you are getting an inferior product, to the contrary, it’s the best for its price. This bar code reader defines the market in its user friendly applications, lightweight and is an ideal reader for linear and matrix bar code users.

Its unique lens captures and decodes all types of symbols. It reads 1D, 2D, Data Matrix, PDF417, UPC/EAN/JAN, RSS, and over 30 other types that apply to this model. The reader/decoder is improved by its Dynamic Optimization Technology (DOT) program. The DOT has an automatic performance processing resolution that flashes when it needs to improve resolution or quality. The CR1200 Bar Code Reader has a targeting technique that captures colors to find target range. This product makes the user at peace when he or she drops or is ruff with the CR1200 model, because it’s made for extreme environments. The system includes speakers, vibration motor and targeting/status LEDs. The only real decision when purchasing the CR1200 model is the cable size so that it may read the proper host communications: USB, RS232 or PS2.

The software kit enables the reader/decoder to accept data into its existing programs. Imaging is done by field size, gray scale, black/white thresholds, and graphics compression. Text is supportive through optical character recognition (OCR). The CR1200 is a wise choice when buying a bar code reader.

The design and function of the CR1200 is capable of reading data and an image that decodes work-in-process (production), inventory tracking, supply chain functions and lastly point-of-point logistics and is bar none the best for the price. Enjoy the CR1200 bar code reader/decoder when organizing your products, services and labels; the time saving management of this model is bar none and a best buy for the price.

The CR1200 Bar Code Reader/Decoder Features & Benefits

• Code’s most affordable, a best buy on the market, cabled bar code reader
• Well built model and is made for ruff usage and drop-shock durability
• The design is made with a permanent lanyard hook
• Great to the touch and sold 3 million inactivation
• Three modes of feedback and ‘good read’: The motor sensors give this unit a great rating when it come to noisy or silent environments; Visual multi-color LED and tones
• Reads and decodes all 1D, 2D, Data Matrix, PDF417, and 30 others
• Can be upgradable and also manages single-source location
• Has JavaScript Suite program to prepare data for integration with software
• Three Cabled choices: USB, RS232, or PS2

The Zebra G-Series printers are the most efficient, productive and effective printers on the market. These printers can improve your operations and also enhance your point of sales, customer service and clients that will enjoy the quality and time savings they receive from your Zebra G-Series printers. If you want to increase competitiveness, help your inventory tracking and management of your products and raise your margins these are the printers that will produce and deliver for company.

There are a few models to consider when choosing your printers for the proper application and usage. The Zebra printers GX420, GX430 and GK42 are all desktop thermal printers with different applications. The G-Series printer’s characteristics and perimeters prints at 4.09-in./104 mm and width at 203-dpi resolution. Furthermore, serial and USB connections (with optional Bluetooth) and easy ribbon loading makes these printers very desirable to packaging, bar-coding and labeling companies.

The sophistication of the new generation desktop printers (Zebra G-Series) is superb. Zebra’s research, development, and testing have made printers that are easy-to-use and its compact design and functionality meets any work space and different work environments. All three printers can be bought wirelessly; this came about by a customer’s concern to meet their needs and current applications. The research and attention to detail has paid-off with great dividends and in my option this is a superb printer or (s).

The options are endless with Zebra G-Series printers; you can choose to either buy Bluetooth or wireless technology with your printers. Also, the enhancements have been extraordinary for the needs and new applications to small to large companies that want to go above and beyond the call of duty. The Zebra G-Series printers are a Best Buy and Great Choice in a changing world to out price, out pace and out produce your competitors.

APPLICATIONS:

• RETAIL PRODUCT MARKING
• SHELF LABEING
• MOBLIE POINT-OF-SALE
• INVENTORY CONTROL
• COUPON & RECEIPT PRINTING
• PHARMACY LABELING
• LINE BUSTING
• RETURNS PROCESSING

ZEBRA ‘S G SERIES DESKTOP PRINTER FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• Economical
• East-to-use
• EPL & ZPL integration
• BLUETOOTH & 802.11G
• Faster print speed
• Price marking tags, boarding
• Passes, I.D. wristbands, admission tickets

There are many bar code readers/decoders out there, but it’s been known and proven that the mobile bar code CR2500 & CR 3500 are the most advanced on the market. The bar code readers/decoders are the fastest and with features and technology that is not on any other brands (new automatic glare reducing technology). The options on the CR2500 & CR3500 are exceptional with reading difficult surfaces, circuit boards, IV bags, hospital patient wristbands, driver’s licenses and other curved or uneven surfaces.

These bar code readers (CR2500 & CR3500) have the next generation in dual-field optics and are the only decoders that have and can read wide linear surfaces and 2D bar codes. Moreover, the optimal focus and field view indicator is bar none above all others.

These models can be used for low or high volume usages and does very well in batch with capabilities of being compatible with cabled or Bluetooth wireless models. The hand sets have built-in JavaScript and a customized data manipulator for end-user applications. All data settings and JavaScript‘s files are stored on flash memory in case of a power surge or outage.

The CR2500 & CR3500 can be used as a wireless hand-set or free standing presentation reader. This device is lightweight, comfortable to the touch and can be further accessorized to meet the needs of the healthcare arena, public safety, manufacturing, aerospace, industrial automotive and the defense field. The designs and JavaScript platform makes this product a good business decision to purchase the readers/decoders now available at adazonusa.com. These devices are one of the best on the market with high definition dual-field optics, benchmarking aggressive reading and decoding performance and ease of use.

Features and Benefits of the Bar Code Readers CR2500 & CR3500

• NEW reflection and glare reducing illumination

• High speed digital image capture

• Reads both wide linear and 2d matrix bar codes

• Unequaled performance on rounded, curved, and shiny surfaces

• Multicolor LEDs with optimal focus and FOV indicator

• User feedback with vibration and/or audible tones

• Over 10 MB of batch data and JavaScript memory

• Reads all linear stacked and 2d matrix symbologies

• Firmware is filed upgradeable

• Data output via Bluetooth, USB, RS232 or PS/2

• Powerful data management capability via JavaScript

• Lightweight, ergonomic, fully-mobile modular design
 (Hand held, handle, presentation stand)

• Rapid battery replacement, multiple battery formats and recharging options

• Withstands multiple drops to concrete from 6’

I believe the reason we create labels is to sell products. To do this effectively you first need to understand your market, competitors and your customers. With this in mind, you can now start designing image and logo, copywriting and packaging. This is very specialized and requires trained professionals to assist in this process of labeling and packaging your product correctly.

Here are 5 questions to ask yourself when designing labels and packaging:

1.Finding and understanding your core customers?
2.Finding your competitors and their product packaging marketing strategies?
3.Finding and search the mind of your consumers that sop for your products and labels?
4.Finding and understanding your packaging; it’s Unique Selling Point (USP)?
5.Finding hot buttons that your consumer likes about your products and labels?

Thinking about these five questions above will help you to sell your products in a more efficient and profitable way (less shelf time and turnaround). Whether you are starting your design, product research and/or labels from scratch or have a product already developed it is always wise to consider the packaging and label design effect on your new customers and existing ones (surveys and questionnaires are a good way to find out about your products and labels impacted on the marketplace).

Specific Packaging & Labeling for Frozen Goods and Products

Packaging and labeling ice-cream and other frozen products are very delicate, because of its extreme temperatures and environmental conditions. With this in mind, you would have to pick the right paper materials and packaging to fit these cool and frozen conditions. In previous blogs, we talked about BOPP paper materials that is economical and durable and that fits this type of packaging and labeling (frozen goods). The material can withstand -20 degrees and works well with most commercial freezers.

Do not worry about your adhesives sticking to your frozen packaging, because the label is made to work with the packaging (even if the package is already frozen). At Adazon Label & Barcode Solutions we have customers that have many packaging and labeling needs and one of them is frozen labeling & packaging.

In these ruff financials times, it is prudent to be fugal. In the past year or so, the market has lost trillions of dollars and the economy is in a full-blown recession. Thoughts of saving money is on the minds each consumers and business owners. If you are in the process of selling (products) and need to save money when buying labels here are some areas to keep in mind when ordering or buying labels.

1. Buy the Smallest Labels: The smallest label uses less paper and ink and hence the cost of the label is much affordable. Being a smart consumer and have knowledge of the printing process, is a huge cost saving and less frustration in the end? At Adazon Label & Barcode Solutions they use sizes that best fits the presses and make it more cost effective (for example, 3 across versus 2 across for the 4” x 5”). I challenge you when buying labels to practice on different sizes and find the best fit for your products, labels and budget.

2. Order all at once: When you order your labels al that once with same size, and paper the order is treated as one (purchase order or PO). For example, if you have a 4oz container and an 8oz container it is possible to order the same sized label and save yourself the extra printing changes (very wise move). The fewer label sizes you use the more cost saving is possibly for you and your company.

3. Use cost effective paper/materials: BOPP paper is the cheapest, but the best results for the money with a high gloss laminate that is not so pricey. Cost is not equal to quality in this example; if you know what you are looking for you can look professional and fugal at the same time without compromising your products or labels.

4. Avoid Reorders: Avoiding reorders because of a mistake or misplaced label is a good way to waste money. Double checking your artwork and proof reading your label before placing an order is prudent and wise (less money on re-runs/reorders). Some label companies out there will proof read before printing as a quality control option for their customer (nice). Always remember to proof read and double check images/logos before giving the okay to run your projects and labels.

5. Taking your time in planning: Some companies charge extra fees for rush jobs. This is one mistake that will cost you dearly if planning is not done. Also, shipping cost are incurred if planning and timing are not done appropriately (the difference between shipping ground vs. overnight is substantial). When concerning cost and frugality always ship ground and plan a head of time for your labels to arrive on time.

One element of a food storage label is the date code. This is the finite element that provides a visual reference allowing the stock person a see for rotation.  The date codes can either be printed as a date or color coded and dated to provide an even more definite identifier.

Making a mark on the product in storage allows the stock person to quickly identify which product should be displayed first or put in front when fixing shelves. It provides the manager of the store a quick way to check that the rotation has been performed also.

Food rotation is critical to making profits in a grocery store. Limiting waist provides profits that go right to the bottom line.  So making an identifying label that indicates whether the product has been rotated, means money to the bottom line. Make sure date coding and proper labeling is used to insure these savings. Then execution of the process will lock the savings in for good.

Sustainable packaging & labels is an important part in buying products that are safe to the environment and the world we leave to the future generations. Moreover, as consumers we should be alert that contaminates and chemicals are affecting our lives and that we are responsible for the products we consume and put in our landfills.

Using green products for your labels and packaging and placing FSC Certified or recycled products, papers and inks is a first step in helping our earth renew itself. Also, using soy or vegetable based non-solvent inks for printing (onto packaging, labels and bar coding helps our environment recycling process). In becoming more responsible about the products and packaging that we use on a daily basis and in our businesses another contaminate to reduce from the environment is PVC finding packaging & labels that are free from the polluting agents that are in PVC packaging & labels.

In addition, to labels and packaging it is a wisdom idea to use product that are free materials like PEVA or EVA are a great substitute to be placed on your products and are a great public relations campaign for your company and consumer awareness (for example Starbuck’s Corporation is a great leader in this arena).

The Model Toxics in Packaging Act (Formerly Known as “CONEG” regulates the packaging & labeling companies from placing to much lead, cadmium, chromium, and mercury that could be in our products, packaging and labeling items. Every package and label that is sold in the United State has to be certified and adhere to the Packaging Act. Anyone that breaks the law will be subjected to fines and lost of privileges in doing business in the Untied States. It’s nice it know we have laws and practices in place to protect our environment and our future generations.

Bath and body works – Beauty Labels & Packaging

The bath and body works is an 11 billion dollar industry and according to the International Spa Association about 136 million people visit a spa each year. This is 4th largest leisure trade in the United States. That’s why it’s very important that you put a lot of attention to the labeling and packaging of your products.

The branding (image) and the feel of the packaging and labeling helps the consumer remember his/hers experience at your establishment. Picking the proper beauty labels, packaging and color said a lot to your customers about attention to details and going beyond the norm. Making the customer feel that they have something special just by having it in their hands (a good example is a Tiffany box; what women wouldn’t want a Tiffany Box).

I cannot stress anymore the importance of proper packaging and labeling (also remember color, size, design and image) which can make you stand out from your competitors and make you a household name in your industry.

Bath – Great Labels for Lotions & Soap Products

Great bathhouses like the Chicago Sweat Lodge and the Russian bathhouse in Chicago use labels and packaging for their men’s only establishments. In targeting the male clientele; labels and packaging for soap and lotions most portray the feeling that the product will do its job and make guys feel refreshed and not a feeling of a spa. Portraying masculinity in a product label and packaging is important, because guys do not like the feeling at they are using a woman’s products. Never forget that in designing soap and lotion labels for men it is important to use proper color, labeling and packaging that appeal to your target market.

Reading Food labels

For example here’s one label that can be done for your company and/or products. The government is very adamant about how shoppers read their labels and the facts that relate to that particular food label product. If your company is in the food industry and you want to create specialize new labels for your new products or packaging department, make sure it includes the basics such as calories, fat, cholesterol, sodium, carbohydrate and protein.

Customizing any organic food or generic label is very detailed but by taking the challenge to a label supplier that takes great pride and customer focus to produce great labels for your food needs, the end product will be a winner.

The Nutrition facts on the left hand side of the page is a great example of what the FDA requires and expects on each food product produce in the United States. Each food label is on a 2000 calorie a day diet that the government recommends per label.

Food Pyramid Labels

Using the food pyramid label can help shoppers and customers understand the product nutritional value in preparing meals. This is truly important in dietary restrictions for buyers that are in the process in regulating their sugar and calories intake. You must work closely with the customers and the FDA guideline chart to place the proper information and details necessary for each food label.

By using the food pyramid you do not have to avoid certain food or products. New labels and proper labeling using the food pyramid will help your customers choose the correct ingredients to identify good sources of fiber and vitamins and minerals.

Good label converters will help you with your food labels to create the perfect image, label, and bar coding for your company and products.

Food Storage Labels

Food storage labels are an essential part of running food corporation. Label manufacturers have helped grocery store, catering companies, and convenient stores track their inventory allowing them to buy, store, and rotate the food storage items.

Barcode printers, equipment, software and labels are designed to assist in keeping track of your food storage inventory. Anyone who stores food knows that the hardest thing about food storage is how to keep track of your inventory and an item’s rotation. Proper labels from the right label converters will produce using high-end flexographic presses or the latest in digital printing. High quality labels can be printed in one pass of up to seven colors that can resist the temperature changes that can occur in food storage facilities.

Labels and signs are used to communicate warnings and other important information regarding the contents of containers. All containers shall be checked to ensure they are properly label.