The ZT400 and ZT600 series printers have a USB port located on the front of the printer. This USB drive allows for simple plug and play integration when installing a new printer. You can quickly save all of the existing settings onto a flash drive and transfer those settings to any new printers that are […]
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Manual Calibration for ZT600
The Zebra ZT600 series printers come with an easy to perform auto-calibration which makes switching between media types extremely simple. However, often time the auto-calibration just isn’t enough. A manual calibration is sometimes necessary. The manual calibration gives the operator access to all of the settings when performing a calibration. There are also instances where […]
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eCommerce Fulfillment
Challenge: Integrate a custom software system that verifies correct order fulfillment across a large warehouse, from initial pick, to placement into packaging and finally shipping to the end customer. Solution: A fully integrated custom software program that communicates with SAP, the customer’s Warehouse Management Software (WMS), and PLCs on the new packaging equipment. Story: A […]
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High Speed Vision Inspection
Challenge: Perform an inspection on a weekly mailer to verify postal codes and ensure a correct insert is accurately placed, all while running at extremely high speeds. Solution: Implement high-speed machine vision with filters, high-speed image-based barcode reader, custom programmed human-machine interface (HMI), signaling stack light, and trigger sensors Story: Several years ago, the engineers at […]
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Standalone Scan and Print
Standalone Quality Control System – No PC Required! Challenge: Design a worry-free solution that can print a quality control label at each step of an assembly process that contains multiple inputs of information. Solution: Zebra printer loaded with custom ZBI program and inputs from a handheld barcode scanner. Story: A manufacturing company out of Elkhart, IN […]
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How to Load Media in a Zebra ZT400 Printer
Our service team works on a variety of Zebra printers every day. Let our service manager, George, walk you through the step-by-step process of how to load media into a Zebra ZT400 series printer! Step 1: Open media door Step 2: Open print head Step 3: Pull media guides to their outermost location Step 4: […]
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Print Labels From Flash Drive Using ZBI
Our programming team recently created a demo application using the Zebra Builder Interface (ZBI). The application allows a user to print labels from a flash drive simply by plugging it into a printer. The 1-minute video below features a live demo and explanation of the following steps. Step 1: Plug in the formatted flash drive to transfer […]
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Mobile Printing from Forklifts
Challenge: Address downtime associated with labeling errors by integrating a solution that would enable more accurate labeling in the warehouse. Solution: Allow for mobile printing from forklifts. Using a Zebra mobile printer (QLN Series) mounted directly to warehouse forklift truck enables an operator to print the correct label on the spot. Story: A manufacturing company in St. Louis, […]
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Standalone Scan and Print
Standalone Quality Control System – No PC Required! Challenge: Design a worry-free solution that can print a quality control label at each step of an assembly process that contains multiple inputs of information. Solution: Zebra printer loaded with custom ZBI program and inputs from a handheld barcode scanner. Story: A manufacturing company out of Elkhart, […]
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Warehouse Solution – Automation Overhaul
Challenge: Design a warehouse solution that would enable two new warehouses to operate at peak performance as quickly as possible. Solution: Wifi infrastructure, mobile printers, tablets, mobile computers, and custom software. Story: A well-known distribution company was opening two new warehouses in Atlanta and Dallas. They wanted these facilities up and running as quickly as […]
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Machine Vision – Label Inspection
Challenge: Engineer and integrate a solution that can verify that the correct label is being placed on the right product while moving on a high-speed conveyor. Solution: Smart cameras, Image-based barcode reader, and custom software for HMI. Story: A local bottle filling company was experiencing issues with incorrect labels being applied to their product. When the wrong labels were […]
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Top 5 Reasons to Upgrade BarTender
If your business is not running the latest version of BarTender, your label printing is not as efficient as it could be. Just like updating apps on your smartphone, keeping BarTender up to date allows you to take advantage of upgraded features, additional functionality, and more. We know change (especially with software) can be a […]
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