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Electronic Environmental Sensors from Zebra Technologies

imprint — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 17:02:55 +0000

What started primarily to help pharmaceutical companies, electronic temperature sensors record cold storage temperatures throughout a products journey. Electronic sensors provide real-time information from start to finish using mobile GPS devices. Tracking temperature exposures in real-time is easier than before.

Zebra Technologies, having merged with TempTime®, brings your company more options than before when it comes to monitoring the environmental conditions of your carefully manufactured products. Many of the products monitored with electronic sensors critically depend on specific temperature parameters to remain viable.

Electronic environment sensor devices can send notification alarms when parameters are deviated from. If a shipment is bad upon receipt to the customer, the information can pinpoint when it happened. All the electronic sensors from Zebra Technologies are compatible with IT networks, using Bluetooth, cellular, Wi-Fi, or ethernet to upload the information.

Sensor Options & Software

Tracking temperature exposure is easy with electronic sensors, and the devices can provide immediate data alert notifications upon variation once within range of a compatible network.

S-400 Single or Multi-Use Sensor

The S-400 is a light and compact design and comes with a non-replaceable battery designed to last up to 12 months. You’ll have the ability to configure these sensors to your unique usage environment to get the most out of regular readings. With an internal memory for up to 16,000 datapoints, these sensors can be programed for 15-59 seconds (1-second intervals) or 1-255 minutes (1-minute intervals).

M-300 or M-300-P Wireless Sensor

With the footprint of a hockey puck, these compact and reusable sensors are built with a replaceable lithium battery that can last up to 12 months. With an IP40 rated protection, these sensors are ideal for durable, long-term use. The sensors connect via low-energy Bluetooth signal and have an internal memory up to 16,000 data points. They are programmable at 15-50 seconds (1-second intervals) or 1-255 minutes (1-minute intervals).

OCEABridge Bluetooth Gateway.

The gateway device automatically uploads data from connected sensors within range. It connects into a customer’s network via ethernet or Wi-Fi. It can be monitored in vehicles or warehouses for stationary use. This is also available in a cellular model that can do period readings while on route

EDGEVue Software

The EDGEVue mobile and web applications make monitoring critical cold storage data simple. Real-time and historical data can be presented in charts or graphs for your viewing preference.

EDGECloud Software

A connection is created with either Bluetooth or Ethernet/Wi-Fi connectivity. Data can easily be compiled from different warehouse locations in real-time by using a smartphone or tablet. Data that is up to 10 years old can be securely stored within the system.

Imprint Enterprises is the Trusted Partner to Get You Started

Zebra Technologies is an award-winning pioneer in leading edge technologies to help enable businesses intelligently connect assets, data, and people. Ensuring you have options to monitor the environmental stability of your products using labels, cards, and sensors is what makes Zebra Technologies the best in the industry.

Imprint Enterprises is a Premiere Solution Partner with Zebra Technologies. Their Specialists can help you find the options to suit your needs and prepare you for your future needs, while maintaining industry standards and ultimately increasing accountability and profits.

Stop relying on protective or qualified packaging that can still leave your customers wondering. If shipments are delayed, concerns about environmental exposure can be minimized with environmental labels, cards, or electronic sensors. Data can be verified visually and/or digitally, depending upon your company’s budget, complexity, and sustainability requirements.

Gain traceability and better insight into supply chain operations with the level of insight provided by Zebra Technologies temperature and environmental sensors, labels, and cards. From cannabis, to pharmaceutical, to food and beverage manufacturing, gain some peace of mind on the condition of your products through shipping.

Contact Imprint Enterprises today to discuss Zebra’s electronic sensor solutions that are best for you.

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Imprint Enterprises Named as a Zebra Technologies RFID Specialist

imprint — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 12:46:48 +0000

Aurora, IL – March 30th, 2020 – Zebra Technologies, a leading provider of RFID products and services, has designated Imprint Enterprises as a preferred provider and RFID specialist.

Such a classification is not easily obtained. In fact, key industry thresholds like completed training, expert product knowledge, installation applications, and sales targets are all necessary components to be awarded as an RFID Specialist.

Becoming an RFID Specialist for Zebra Technologies is yet one more indicator of the commitment by Imprint Enterprises towards the warehouse of the future and the solutions partners needed to make that transformation a successful reality.

Bob Conti of Imprint Enterprises shared, “The ability to provide RFID solutions that solve our customers’ greatest operational challenges is one example of how we go the extra mile for our customers. Another is partnering with industry-leading solutions providers. Becoming an RFID Specialist for Zebra Technologies gives us yet one more leg up on the competition.”

The use of RFID readers provides multiple benefits to standard warehouse operations. At a basic level, RFID provides automatic data capture so a scanner isn’t required. Other users include applications and work processes where enhanced visibility is needed.

Now, with more advanced Zebra RFID products, triangulation from multiple readers at the same time can help pinpoint the exact location of an item within any size facility. And when it comes to repairs, by tagging items in a mobile database, the entire repair history of any RFID hardware is available instantly.

Overall, the use of RFID technologies is in perfect alignment with the warehouse of the future via faster transaction speed for an improved, more efficient and productive operation.

To learn how Imprint Enterprises and Zebra Technologies are the ideal solutions for the warehouse of the future, call (855) 745-4464.

About Imprint Enterprises

Since 1975, Imprint Enterprises has provided businesses in the Chicago and Minneapolis-St. Paul area with industry-leading barcode, RFID and mobility solutions along with unparalleled service and support.

As proof, Imprint Enterprises provides a dedicated account executive and customer support representative committed to optimizing the value of the investment in technology.

In addition, the Imprint Enterprises technical team has the proven skills and experience to readily assist with on-site service and repair when needed—and all just a short drive away.

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How To Stop Fines And Eliminate Chargebacks

imprint — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 13:43:47 +0000

The barcode label is the backbone of a shipment. Your company works hard to ensure top quality of product. The barcode label is just as important.

Have you ever experienced chargebacks or fines due to barcode labeling problems with your shipments? How are you checking the quality of your barcode labels? If you are only looking at the first, middle, and last of the barcode labels being printed, how many are you not checking? How much time would it take you to check every single label?

Verification before shipping can save time, money, and ultimately your business relationships!

A barcode label tells the receiver just what it is that they are receiving. If the barcode label cannot be read, why would the company accept it? Would you accept a large shipment not knowing what is in it?

When a shipment is rejected because of defunct labels, the company rejecting the order will often demand the return of their money and tack on fees to that. You can avoid all that, saving money and wasted manhours dealing with shipment returns over subpar barcode labels.

You need a barcode label machine that has an integrated verification technology to check and grade every label as it is being printed. Yes, every label. Finding a top-quality machine that can check every label means that you no longer have to individually verify the scannability of random labels. Preferably a top of the line barcode label printing machine is a globally certified product and adheres to ISO and ANSI standards.

Avoid misreads and no-reads with compliance labeling, with precision printing up to +/-0.2 mm (0.0079 in). Consider what it would do for your business and customer relations if you could even send a quality grading report to the customer, assuring them that every barcode label is readable to top standards upon leaving your facility. What would it take to create happy customers with easy traceability that is above and beyond their industry standards?

LABEL QUALITY = MONEY

On average, there can be 6 incidents per month where customers cannot read the barcode labels on a shipment they received. The customer will randomly select a label to read. If the barcode label is bad, the customer can reject the entire shipment, causing you to possibly pay a chargeback and added fees. With the potential of a chargeback being as much as $200,000, added fees may be up to $3,000 for one delivery.

How much is that affecting your profits? How many man hours were spent getting that shipment out the door? How much did it cost you to get the shipment to the customer? Add to that how much it can cost to correct the problem at the customers end (if they even keep the shipment) and it could cost you the future of that business relationship.

If you are checking the barcode labels at the beginning, middle, and end of printing, you are basically rolling the dice and crossing your fingers. A proper barcode labeling machine can deliver peace of mind by producing labels that are of top quality, saving you money in the long run.

INTEGRATED VERIFICATION TECHNOLOGY

Do you currently have the capability of an integrated verification technology system for 1D and 2D barcodes? A barcode label machine that does has the ability to print barcode labels and verify the integrity of the labels at the same time. This technology system will instantly notify you of failing labels, voiding them for you and printing a new one to replace the voided one.

When the barcode label machine has a touchscreen interface system installed on it, it becomes easier to use. You can manage the machine individually or through intelligence software to manage more than one at a time, at the same time. The printing technology can also help to reduce smearing of labels. These technological advancements provide you with security in knowing that your barcode labels will be of top quality.

Compliance Labeling

Your customers may have specific standards they have to adhere to for multiple reasons. Obtain a barcode labeling machine with compliance labeling. You can program the machine to assign a letter grade of A through F for ANSI or assign a numerical score of 4 through 0 for ISO. The system is even designed to generate a report that you can send to your customer, providing proof of compliance labeling.

Verification for Verticals

Your customers will most likely require verification for verticals. Spot checking labels with a barcode scanner does not provide accuracy in verification. It will only tell you if that scanner can read a specific label. When a barcode is scanned by a different scanner, it may not read at all. Verification for vertical standards ensure that barcodes can be read regardless of the scanning equipment used.

Globally Certified

A top-quality barcode labeling machine should be designed with top standards in mind. It should be globally certified and adhere to ISO and ANSI barcode labeling standards. You should also be able to modify the grading standard to make it stricter than ISO or ANSI. This increases your quality of barcode labels.

CREATE HAPPY CUSTOMERS

Each of your clients may have different standards that they want you to adhere to. Create happy customers and lasting relationships by understanding and easily conforming to their industry standards. From your facility to theirs, top quality barcode labels allow your customers to easily read what something is and track items for possible recalls.

DOD / UID

The Department of Defense (DOD) requires unique identification (UID) markings on everything. This provides for item management and accountability throughout the entire supply chain. The DOD uses a Military Shipment Label with linear barcodes on outer containers. Bad barcodes can delay critical missions.

Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare / UDI

The US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) requires a unique device identifier (UDI) on every label that is readable by man and machine, from manufacturing through distribution and on to patient use. These labels help manage patient safety.

Retail Supply Chain

From manufacturer to customer, a readable barcode eases transportation and logistics. Each barcode is readable no matter what device is reading it. Employees can easily scan the material to see where it goes in the store without having to open items to figure out what it is.

Automotive

The automotive industry typically uses 2D barcode technology for fast and accurate shipping. These barcodes can also help manage parts to ease the stress of a recall by creating traceability.

THE HONEYWELL PX940 IS MORE THAN JUST A BARCODE LABEL PRINTER… IT IS AN INVESTMENT THAT PAYS DIVIDENDS FOR YEARS TO COME.

The Honeywell PX940 can provide annual cost savings as high as $14,825. The barcode labeling machine grades every label, reducing the amount of man hours spent spend checking labels random labels and hoping for the best on the rest of them.

The Honeywell PX940 takes the guess work out of making sure every customer’s labeling requirements are met with its easy integrated verification technology and user interface systems. From military customers to pharmaceutical and medical devices, the computer system is user friendly to allow easy customization.

Ease your customers minds by sending them reports of the graded labels.Satisfy your customers while saving yourself money in the process.Happy customers mean a healthy revenue.

Let the PX940 do the barcode label work for you.

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