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Why Print-and-Apply is Often the Better Way to Print Labels

When it comes to labeling products and shipments, many companies rely on manual processes or outsourcing. Generally, they end up choosing one of two approaches: 1. Print barcode labels on industrial or desktop printers, and then manually apply them to boxes or packaging. 2. Purchase pre-printed labels in advance, and then manually adhere them to items or goods. Unfortunately, these two approaches are inefficient, costly, and prone to error. Both require manual labor and more time and effort to label each box or item; moreover, all [...]

By Brett Wilkerson Barcode, Distribution and Logistics, Healthcare Solutions, Manufacturing, Print and Apply, Printing Technology, Thermal Printing, Zebra Mobile Computers apply, barcode, labels, print, Zebra

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Face It! It is Time to Replace Your Thermal Printer

Technology is a wonderful thing. It makes our lives easier, our jobs faster, and our companies look good. But we have to face the truth…machines do have life cycles. Generally, most printers last for years but usage and proper maintenance are the driving forces behind the lifespan of your printer, not its age. Sometimes technology changes faster than your printer ages or your business needs grow to the point that your current printer no longer delivers. Relying on old technology can have adverse effects, slowing productivity and affecting your bottom [...]

By Brett Wilkerson Printing Technology, Thermal Printing

5 Easy Tips to Help You Maintain Your Thermal Label Printer

Better printing quality, consistent performance and more cost-effective…these are just a few of the reasons why you may have decided to go with a thermal printer. And now that you’ve made the most practical choice in the best way to print whatever it is you need to print, we want to help you make sure you protect your investment. To help you do that, we’ve highlighted what we consider to be the five easiest things you can do to help [...]

By Brett Wilkerson Printing Technology, Thermal Printing, Uncategorized

The ROI of Print and Apply Label Systems

Print and apply label systems offer businesses the highest level of productivity and capabilities versus applying by hand when it comes to labels. Businesses that adopt and integrate a print-and-apply system significantly improve their efficiency, enabling single employees the ability to perform the function of a few, resulting in a more cost-effective solution with a fast return on investment (ROI), usually within eight to twelve months. Here are some factors you should consider when trying to calculate the ROI for [...]

By Brett Wilkerson Print and Apply, Printing Technology