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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VAR and Proud
With the advent of the internet and internet retailers in the early 2000’s, the phrase VAR (Value-Added Reseller) almost became obsolete in the data collection industry. Anyone with a data collection need could turn to the internet for hardware and software, creating a gold rush of web-based companies competing to sell these products online at […]
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EVENT – Automate Your Business NOW
It’s Never Been Easier or More Essential to Automate Your Business Free Event – Breakfast and Lunch Included! Topics We’ll Cover Mobile OS Evolution – Windows Mobile and CE are coming up on their scheduled EOS dates. Find out what options businesses have moving forward, including their advantages, risks, and benefits. This discussion will include Android […]
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Depot Printer Maintenance Contracts
We’ll keep your thermal label printers running at their best, so you can focus on running your business. You rely on your label printers to work when you need them. Having reliable printers means you’re able to hit production targets, fill orders, and do business without costly delays. With a depot printer maintenance contract from […]
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Zebra Network Connect Industrial IoT
Zebra made a breakthrough last year in making their label printers and handheld barcode scanners friendlier to integrate on the manufacturing floor. Some of Zebra’s key products are now available with Industrial Ethernet Protocols. The ZT400 series of label printers and the DS3600 handheld scanners are available with what Zebra calls, Network Connect. The industrial […]
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