The GS1 128 barcode has become a standard in many industries for allowing data to be encoded into barcodes using standard formats so that the data can be used in applications all over the world. It has become a standard tool for organizations wanting to improve their supply chain visibility. Probably the biggest downside to […]
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UID and the DFARS 252.211-7003
Getting those DoD contracts can be really important for your business, but often there are clauses that are somewhat unclear. One of these relates to the UID marking clause – DFARS 252.211-7003, which covers Item Identification and Valuation. If this clause appears in your contract, there is a very good chance that you will need […]
Datamax RL4 – Tough New Label Printer
It is nice to see a new rugged portable printer launched by our friends at Datamax-O’Neil. Despite its name, I don’t believe Ralph Lauren was involved in the design, but Paul Lehmann was, so it should be good. The idea behind the RL4 is that is a really rugged machine, designed to be used in […]
Sticky Road for Linerless Labels
A short while ago, I came across a guy on Twitter by the name of Max Winograd. Max is the president of a startup company called NuLabel Technologies and one of the concepts he is working on is a new linerless label product. I thought this was rather interesting, having spent a fair bit of time […]
What to look for to keep your barcode printers working
Today’s thermal transfer printers have come a long way. Gone are the days of limited models to select. You now choose the right printer to match your application; from small, compact, low volume printers, to wireless, portable and industrial strength work horses designed to thrive in harsh environments. More businesses across various industries rely on these printers as part of production, assembly, […]
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