A big part of our business is keeping our client’s barcode label printers working at their best. We know full well that for a lot of our customers, labels are one of the last things they think about – they have plenty of other things in their day to day duties that require more of their attention. […]
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Laser or Imager for your next barcode scanner?
The last couple of years have seen some changes in barcode scanner technology – in particular how imager type scanners are gradually taking over from laser based ones. For 2D barcodes such as the Datamatrix and QR Codes, there is no contest, it has to be an imager based scanner, but until recently I always preferred laser […]
Most Beautiful Barcodes Ever
Even though I’d class myself as a rather enthusiastic barcode guy, I’ve never thought I’d want to hang a barcode on my wall. Let’s face it, as useful as that Code 128 or even the QR Codes might be, they are not going to be winning any beauty contests. However, the other day Bret daCosta […]
Go Zebra – 2013 Zebra Trade-In Program
Another year, another trade-in program. Zebra has just announced the 2013 version of their G-Zebra program. As in previous years, it looks as though all the Zebra printer models are included and the trade in value depends on the model of printer that is traded. One of the things I like with Go Zebra is […]
It’s Official – Black Still the New Black!
My friend Donny who prints a lot of the press printed labels here at ID Technology’s Nashua, NH plant, showed me these cool black polyester labels he had been converting. Custom made for a particular client, the labels are made from durable white polyester film which is floodcoated in black, then covered with a durable thermal transfer […]