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Warehouse Labeling Success Part 2: 3 Warning Signs That Could Sink Your Warehouse Operations

imprint — Tue, 21 Dec 2021 16:46:58 +0000

How hard can printing labels really be, anyway? Well, that level of thinking ignores some true realities confronting warehouse operations both today and into the future.

The acceleration of warehouse automation and systems means that labels play an integral part in warehouse speed and overall efficiency to pick, pack and ship.

It only takes one wrong label to shake the entire warehouse labeling system to its core. A labeling and sign failure takes its toll, both on an emotional and financial level. Your warehouse workers are already stretched thin with their current duties and timelines. Do you want to burden them with additional pressure to perform warehouse labeling as well?

Smart warehouse managers should look at all their options (both in-house and working with external vendors) to make the best and most efficient choice in warehouse labeling.

To help you make an informed decision, here are the 3 warning signs your warehouse labeling operations may be headed for real trouble…

Warning Sign #1: Doing it All Yourself

In the past, warehouse operators could get away with making labeling and sign production a low priority. In the old days, inventory and shipping were handled much differently than they are now. Delivery timeframes had some padding in them as well.

Today it’s all about direct fulfillment, quick turnaround, no dedicated spaces for products and the WMS informed warehouse personnel where the product is located. Those shifts are a lot of change for a warehouse operation to successfully implement.

Of course, personnel can’t locate the right products efficiently if the warehouse labeling isn’t correct and easily scannable, especially from far greater heights and distances. These are just some of the problems that can arise that you likely didn’t expect. And when they do surface, the pressure immediately falls on in-house staff to get it right.

Here’s the simple truth: you are in the warehouse operations business, not the warehouse labeling business. No wonder the entire labeling deployment process can take weeks longer when handled in-house compared to working with an expert authority like Imprint.

And while printing labels is a part of the process, other factors reveal even greater importance and urgency. First, where are the labels deployed? And how quickly? Is there a system of checks and balances to make sure the entire process is error-free from beginning to end? And what about future updates should the warehouse location expand, move or open a new facility?

It’s questions like these that demand the right answers at the right time in the right way.

Here’s yet one more factor holding you back: producing labels in-house limits the full spectrum of labels and signs that are available today. Fortunately, working with a professional printer provides far more designs and label/sign styles to best handle the job. Someone like Imprint who knows the territory.

Warning Sign #2: No Tested, Proven System and Process

When your warehouse workers are hired, are they required to have extensive knowledge of warehouse labeling from start to finish? If your warehouse is like many others, warehouse personnel simply haven’t gone through the entire labeling process. As a result, how could they possibly understand the many complexities of labeling and signing a facility?

At Imprint, our warehouse labeling systems have been battle-tested against the most rigorous go-live dates imaginable. What we’ve learned from thousands of warehouse labeling projects is substantial. And it all begins with the vital importance of a proven process.

At Imprint, we start with a label and sign installation survey (this process eliminates errors.) Imprint’s turnkey process provides peace of mind to warehouse operators every step of the way.
The process has three key parts:

Proposal preparation
Pre-implementation
Implementation

We’ll explore those three phases deeper in the next article in the series titled the 5 Signs of a Successful Warehouse Label Ecosystem.

For now, know this: when you choose to do it right the first time with Imprint you have a blueprint for future success with labeling updates.

Warning Sign #3: Your Go LIVE Date is a Dead End

Companies establish go-live dates for a reason. Everything hinges on key milestones and deadlines being met so the company can successfully launch its operations. And naturally, the warehouse and product fulfillment are front and center. Because missing the go-live date has real-world consequences, from lost revenues to personnel changes and more.

And yet many warehouse operators get off on the wrong foot and only compound errors throughout the labeling process. The likely culprit is out-of-date or incorrect label data.

That’s why Imprint starts with a current data file and from that builds the right systems and processes to execute a successful label operation.

We know everything is riding on the go-live date and that a labeling system failure can derail it all. Considering that Imprint has met thousands of go-live dates, why take the risk?

Trust the Warehouse Labeling Experts

We’ve covered the three warning signs that a warehouse labeling project could be in trouble. We’ve also provided some proof points on how to avoid a potential labeling disaster. We even spotlighted the challenges of warehouse labeling in-house vs. working with a trusted expert like Imprint.

So now that you’ve learned exactly what not to do, what’s next? Why not discover the 5 Signs of a Successful Warehouse Label Ecosystem?

This is the last article in our three-part series. Missed the previous articles? To get the full picture on warehouse labeling from start to finish, check out

5 Reasons Why the Warehouse of the Future can’t depend on a Labeling System from the Past.

Contact Imprint today and discover all the options and choices open to you when it comes to warehouse labeling. For more information contact sales@Imprint-E.com or call (855) 745-4464 today.

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What You Need to Know Before Attempting In-House Labeling Projects?

imprint — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 16:07:30 +0000

Retail and e-commerce markets are booming, and this growth is adding an increased level of demand to warehouses and fulfilment centers. Many of the new e-commerce warehouses are bigger than their traditional counterparts, in order to handle the influx of product that comes with increased customer demand.

Running these facilities requires complex planning to account for all of the contingencies that may pop up at any given time. It may be tempting to look at ways that you can handle certain aspects yourself, such as product labeling.

Determining a labeling strategy is an important part of the planning process. Before you rush out to buy the necessary equipment for an in-house labeling system, there are a few pitfalls to these projects you should be aware of.

These are complex processes when you stop and consider how much inventory is being received, stored, and shipped through your facility on any given day.

In-House Vs. Professional Label Installation

In our experience, DIY labeling projects often hit a snag. Something unexpected pops up and causes problems in the logistics process. It’s understandable. These are complex processes when you stop and consider how much inventory is being received, stored, and shipped through your facility on any given day.

Cost is often a factor in this decision, and on the surface an in-house system looks like it might offer some long-term savings. But when these unexpected snags rear their heads, they can often prove costly themselves.

If you’re looking to make a decision on this topic, we’ve got some factors for you to consider.

5 Pitfalls to In-House Labeling Projects

Missing Your Project Completion Date

A project of this magnitude will certainly take some planning and preparation work, especially if you run a large facility. But unforeseen issues can often arise, slowing the completion of the project, no matter how well you planned. For instance, if locations aren’t properly marked, or workers aren’t able to complete the re-labeling project on top of their everyday tasks, it can inevitably result in project delays.

When planning errors arise, contingencies may need to be created on the fly. All this means that your project could run longer than expected. If this happens, what impact will it have on your operations in that time?

The Project Will Require A Lot of Manpower

If you’re going to use your warehouse staff to implement an in-house labeling system, it will certainly take them away from their present duties. It’s important to think about how this will impact day-to-day operations. It’s also important to consider whether they’ve been properly trained to understand what is expected of them in this project.

Conversely, temp workers will also need the proper experience to manage this type of project. You’ll need to make sure they’re trained with scissor lifts, for instance. It’s a project that requires a specific skill set and equipment expertise, that aren’t always abundant in the temporary work force.

The Up-Front Costs of Installation Material and Equipment

You may be lured by what looks like the cost savings of a DIY label installation project. But consider that a label supply company may be able to purchase durable label materials at a reduced cost, passing that savings on to customers.

The purchase of labels and equipment alone have been known to surpass the entire cost of a managed installation. You’ll also have to consider the additional labor costs, whether you use temp workers or your own. Make sure you have an accurate picture of what the end costs may look like, no matter which option you choose.

Accuracy Is Both Crucial and Challenging

You may have employees working on this project who have never done anything quite like this before. While on the surface it may seem straightforward, but to someone who’s never been involved with one, it can prove a challenging undertaking.

If one label appears out of sequence, that can be of significant consequence to your company. There would be label re-runs, the time and labor to remove the labels in question, and the installation of new ones. There may also be cost involved in a shipping mistake, especially if the inventory is of high value.

Companies can sometimes end up paying the cost of the DIY install on top of these mistakes. If a professional installation company is brought in at that point, the whole project can become quite costly. When you bring in a company that has experience with the type of project in your facility, it can all be more manageable from the beginning.

Installation Preparation

The conditions of your facility at the time of installation go a long way in determining how well the labels will last. For instance, if the beams, racks, or shelving are dirty, labels won’t stick as well. When the labels fall off for this reason, it can become a costly issue to resolve.

Warehouse humidity can be another costly variable to resolve. Moisture on the beams will prevent the adhesiveness of the label from working to its full capacity. Curling, crinkling, or peeling can become an obvious issue in these circumstances.

Application over the previous stickers can also pose problems for the adhesive. This can result in the label just curling and peeling off down the road.

These types of issues may be overlooked in the planning process, or by inexperienced workers who are executing the change. A professional label installation company can help you avoid any and all of these pitfalls before they result in costly issues to fix down the road.

You also get to avoid monopolizing the time of your current staff or hiring a temporary workforce to complete the project.

The Benefits of Going with a Professional Label Installation Company

A professional label installation company can help you complete this job on schedule, and with cost savings. Your company can dodge the issues described above. At Imprint Enterprises, we understand that it’s critical to use the most durable materials possible, and how to pass our savings on to the customer.

You also get to avoid monopolizing the time of your current staff or hiring a temporary workforce to complete the project. We’ll also help you with all the necessary warehouse signage to make the new installation as effective as possible.

If you’re ready to save time and money on your labeling project, contact Imprint Enterprises today! We’re an experienced label installation company, and we are ready to help you get the job done right the first time.

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2D Barcodes Improve Warehouse Efficiency & Save Money in the Long Run

imprint — Wed, 19 Aug 2020 20:58:17 +0000

1D barcodes have been around since the mid-1970’s. This novel creation was a pivotal turning point on the amount of time and money it took on stocking and shipping inventory. Then came the rise of the technological age. The 2D barcode, created in 1987, came along to enhance the scanning system. But it hasn’t been until recently that 2D barcodes have increased in popularity.

2D barcodes have upped the game. They have created an even faster and far more efficient method of tracking stock and inventory. 2D barcodes can be scanned in any direction and orientation and contain a much higher density of data into a very small footprint. 2D barcodes can contain far more complex information than a 1D barcode.

Scanning equipment has been enhanced to ensure that 2D barcodes can be scanned up to 50 feet away with a virtually indestructible Imager.

Printing technology has been upgraded so that you can print and verify 2D barcodes at your facility, ensuring your quality is top notch.

Is your warehouse up to date? Why not? What is the intent of waiting when it only limits your warehouse efficiency and can cost you more money in the long run with chargebacks and fines for unreadable barcodes?

Enhanced Scannability

Gone are the days of frustration and pain, making sure the angle and distance of the 1D barcode are exactly right for scanning. The precision needed can cause delays on conveyors to make sure every barcode is in the right place. It can case having to make multiple attempts to scan the barcode, eating up productivity rates. And the repetitive movements with handheld devices can cause carpal tunnel syndrome.

2D barcodes can be scanned from any direction or orientation, increasing work efficiency and productivity. If the barcodes are worn out or slightly damaged, the readers can actually interpret the missing information to provide accurate information on the product. 2D barcodes can even be scanned up to 50 feet away.

Higher Data Density in a Smaller Footprint

1D, or linear, barcodes can only hold approximately 20-25 characters. The more data you need in a 1D barcode, the longer it has to be. 2D barcodes can have a higher data density in a smaller space. 2D barcode labels use patters, shapes, and dots to encrypt as much as 2,000 characters in the same amount of space as a 1D barcode.

On top of containing more data characters, 2D barcodes can also contain images, website addresses, and binary data. This means that a 2D barcode can work independently of a database, unlike 1D barcodes. 2D barcodes improve efficiency through data access and enhance flexibility for label design on smaller items.

Contains More Complex Information

Types of 2D codes include PDF417, DataMatrix, QR code, MicroPDF, and Aztec Code. These types of codes increase the integrity of the information contained in the 2D barcode, minimizing human error in data entry.

Another critical aspect to 2D barcodes and the complex information they contain, is how they minimize the possibility for counterfeiting. This is a major factor for the automotive and medical/pharmaceutical industries. By maximizing upon the 3D information contained in the barcodes and varying the color and light intensity of pixels, the information stored in the code creates a unique identity to verify that the product is legitimate.

Improved Printers and Scanners

With the upgrading of 2D barcode capability, other equipment had to evolve as well to keep up. 2D barcodes are scanned only with imager-based scanners. However, these imagers are practically indestructible and come in a better variety than just a wand. The Honeywell Granit Series, Honeywell Xenon 1900 Series, Zebra DS3500 Series, and Zebra 3600 Series are some of the best options for handheld scanners.

Fixed mount barcode scanners, such as the Cognex, can scan the labels without having to halt production to realign the barcodes.

Upgrade Your Barcodes

If you are experiencing chargebacks and fines because your barcode labels cannot be read, then maybe it’s time to bring your barcode use into the now.

it’s time to bring your barcode use into the now. 2D barcodes have increased in popularity due to the amount of complex information they can contain and the improvements on minimizing counterfeiting.

Scanner and printer technology are fully capable of keeping up with the 2D barcode demand. Are you?

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Understanding What You Need to Properly and Safely Install Labels and Signs

imprint — Wed, 29 Jul 2020 13:51:13 +0000

To maximize your warehouse labeling quality, it’s best to utilize a team that’s trained to understand the needs of your warehouse to help your operations flow smoothly and efficiently. Through each phase of installation, the Specialists have everything to get your warehouse labels and signs updated quickly.

Floor design engineers go over floor plans with you to calculate the quantity, sizes, and styles of labels and signs needed throughout the warehouse. Production of signs and labels is held to the highest quality standards, exceeding your expectations of quality. The installation specialists adhere to safety standards for expedient service.

The planning phase should be completed about 2-3 months prior to when you want the warehouse to be completed to provide ample time for every phase

The Planning Phase

A floor design engineer meets with you at your warehouse to survey the area, plan the layout, and estimate the quantity and styles of labels and signs for your entire warehouse. The planning phase should be completed about 2-3 months prior to when you want the warehouse to be completed to provide ample time for every phase.

During the survey, the engineer takes into consideration:

Rack conditions
Isle heights
Number of levels per rack
Label and sign quantity
Label and sign sizes and colors
Label and sign information
Appropriate scannability for your operations

This provides you with the most accurate cost estimate you can get and gives our specialists the information they need to for specific recommendations and installation method.

Design and Production

Once everything has been planned to your satisfaction, the next phase is designing and producing the labels and signs to go into your warehouse. Once you provide the team of specialists with the formatted data files, they get to work designing and producing every label and sign your warehouse needs.

Specialized software ensures that labels are kept in a sequential label order to ease installation procedures. Specialized printers check the quality of every label and sign for your warehouse as they print.

Label and sign barcodes are specialized for your warehouse needs. We can provide a variety of colors, maximize visibility and scannability, have directional indicators, and can print complex barcode. 1D barcodes use variable-width lines and spaces for encoding information in a visible black-and-white pattern. There are typically 20-25 characters in a 1D barcode. A 2D barcode uses patterns, shapes, and dots to encrypt information horizontally and vertically. There can be around 2,000 encrypted characters, along with images, website addresses, and binary data.

Installation

When it comes time for installation, you will be impressed with the quality of service you receive. The team of Specialists come in and verify that everything is clean and clear of obstructions. This ensures everything will be done accurately and in a timely manner.

The specialists come in with their own equipment for hanging signs and installing labels on racks and isle markers. All installations are optimized to a time that is most convenient to you and your operational hours.

Specialized software ensures that labels are kept in a sequential label order to ease installation procedures. Specialized printers check the quality of every label and sign for your warehouse as they print

Wrapping It Up

Take the stress of installing labels and signs off of your shoulders and hire our specialists that understand how to plan what you need. Our specialized equipment is ready to go, checking the quality of signs and labels and saving you money. Our team of Specialists has all the proper training on installation and safety, working at a time that least impacts your operations.

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The Pitfalls of Installing Labels and Signs Yourself vs Hiring Specialists

imprint — Wed, 22 Jul 2020 00:26:12 +0000

Most warehouses have over a half a million rack and bin labels. Then you add into that figure how many aisle signs, floor signs, hanging signs, and another other labels and signs not yet mentioned. How many does your warehouse have? That is a lot of data to ensure is accurate at every point.

Printing sequential labels and signs requires precision printing, knowledge, and specialized equipment. With that much data, it is essential to check the quality of the labels and signs as they are printed. Do you have the technology to ensure the quality of labels and signs?

Mistakes can become costly when installing labels and signs. From ensuring every label and sign is scannable and readable, to improper placement, to accidents from not having the proper installation equipment.

You can easily avoid the costly mistakes by using our in-house specialists that are fully trained on printing, placement, and have the proper equipment.

Are your employees properly trained on how to install labels and signs? How much training would it require for them to know how to manage all the data involved in labels and signs and proper installation and placement? What would be the cost to have your employees deter from filling orders to get every label and sign properly installed?

Hiring Specialists that can come to your warehouse at a time that is most convenient to your hours of operation increases the accuracy of installation, decreases the time it takes for installation, and minimizes mistakes that are preventable. There is less opportunity cost of your employees by hiring Specialists that are well trained.

Codes on Labels and Signs Gain Complexity as Technology Advances

Specialists understand the complexity of barcodes and the technology needed to ensure top quality for maximum efficiency in your warehouse. You should have a team that is well trained in the complex technology of label and sign printing and installation, ensuring that your warehouse labels and signs are functional quickly and accurately.

Retro-reflective labels are scannable as far away as 50 feet. This increases productivity by using a polyester-based material blended with microscopic glass beads for reflectiveness. Retro-reflective labels are human-readable, using text and characters combined with popular scanning symbology, graphics, and logos.

Color coding labels and signs can create a highly visible reference for where certain items are located in the warehouse. But when managing the printing color-coded labels and signs, it is essential to ensure that the printing equipment can quality check the barcodes to ensure there are no errors with scanning capability.

You should have a team that specializes in what you need and have all of the equipment on-hand to ensure your labels and signs are of top scannability quality. Proper barcode verification is essential to your daily operations. Hiring Specialists who can check the quality of every barcode on every label and sign before it is ever installed in your warehouse enhances your functionality.

Mistakes Can Be Costly

Making one mistake on labels and signs can become a costly error. From shipments being returned, fines from the customer, potential loss of customers, chargebacks, and the manpower that it takes to fill the first order and then the corrected order, an amazing amount of money can be lost. Other mistakes that can easily be made without the proper training and equipment include:

Improperly naming locations
Mislabeling bins and racks
Not ensuring scannability of labels and signs
Forgetting to quality check the scannability of every label and sign
Lack of safety when hanging signs from the ceiling
Cheaply made labels and signs affecting durability
Hiring temp workers (possibly the biggest mistake made)

Let Our In-House Specialists Do the Work for You

Considering that it can cost you more time and money than you had intended to spend with proper label and sign placement training and reprinting defective labels, why wouldn’t you want someone that specializes in the process to do it for you? Doing all that work yourself impacts your normal operational efficiency and comes at a high opportunity cost with your employees. With so many potentially costly pitfalls to look out for, hiring our Specialists can provide you peace of mind on time, accuracy, and cost. Contact us to talk about how we can minimize operational impact and opportunity costs by installing labels and signs in your warehouse.

Have any questions or want to discuss your upcoming project? Contact us.

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How Can You Save Time and Money With Warehouse Relabeling?

imprint — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 13:22:18 +0000

How efficient is your warehouse? When is the last time you took a good look at the rack and aisle labels in your warehouse? If it seems like it is taking a while for orders to get filled, chances are it is not because the employees are intentionally slow.

As warehouse labels age, such as rack and bin labels and vertical aisle signs, they lose their scannability and visibility. This causes slowdowns on stocking orders and even confusion about where the proper materials are or where they go.

So now you have to consider what it will take to replace all those labels. Who is experienced at properly replacing all those labels? How much time will it take? Will it interfere with getting orders out on time?

Hiring our specialists to remove the old labels and signs and install the new is more efficient and will save you in the end. Our specialists can look around and tell specifically what your warehouse will need. They can quickly and accurately install every label and sign, using their equipment, at a time that is most convenient to you and your operations.

As warehouse labels age, they lose their scannability and visibility

Reasons to Upgrade Your Warehouse

With the rise of omnichannel shopping and enhanced technology, it is essential to create a warehouse that can keep up with the increasing demands. Labels can become outdated and worn out, causing scanners to misread and visual indicators to fade. Updating your labels and signs increases accuracy and efficiency.

Perhaps it’s time to expand your existing warehouse or even build a new one. Hiring a specialist can get your labels and signs installed right the first time. If your facility is moving to a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system or a Warehouse Management System (WMS). The new software systems require up-to-date technology systems for proper inventory management.

Hiring a Specialist vs Doing it Yourself

Your warehouse can have over half a million rack labels and signs. Installing thousands of sequential labels and signs requires precision printing, knowledge, and specialized equipment. Codes on labels and signs gain complexity as technology advances. Do you have a specialized printer that can check the quality on every full-color, scannable barcode?

When printing and installing warehouse labels and signs yourself, there are several pitfalls to look out for, which can create costly mistakes. These can include:

Properly naming locations
Mislabeling bins and racks
Ensuring scannability of labels using retro-reflective labels
Quality checking the scannability of labels
Color-coded identification
Sequential label order mistakes
Safety when hanging signs from the ceiling
Label and sign durability
Length of time to complete the project
Taking labor away from filling orders and training them on how to properly install labels and signs.

Having it done right by hiring our specialists saves you time and prevents costly mistakes. What you thought could have been a simple job can end up costing you more with reprints and take much longer than expected to correct errors made.

Understanding What You Need

Our specialists are trained in warehouse design and labeling technology. We take into consideration your floor space and design to maximize the usage of your square footage. The specialists take into consideration how much space you have for every label and sign you need.

Since we have specialized equipment, we have the ability to create various styles and sizes of signs and labels. From magnets to placards, to adhesive labels, we determine what will work best in your warehouse to maximize your efficiency and warehouse design.

Label and Sign Installations

When it comes to deciding which labels and signs to install and where they should be placed, there is no shortage of options. We can create magnetic labels and signs in case your warehouse is always going through changes. Permanent labels and signs are printed with barcode scanning and visual indicators to increase efficiency.

WMS and ERP help to keep up with changing times and increasing demands. Your labels and signs should too. The data files for labels tend to be complex with several spreadsheets’ worth of data. Our quality control systems monitor everything for accuracy, from the spreadsheets to the printed labels and signs.

Some of the most popular labels and signs that our specialists create and install include:

Maximize Your Time and Save in the Long Run

Whether you need to upgrade the labels and signs in your warehouse, you are expanding your warehouse, or are building a new one, it pays to ensure that everything is done properly the first time around. Using your employees to relabel your warehouse requires teaching them how to monitor the data spreadsheets, how to properly adhere the labels, how to safely hang signs, and takes employee time away from completing orders.

Hiring our specialists can save you all that time and money by knowing everything from start to finish. We can print every label and sign you need, with enhanced quality control. We already have special equipment for installations, and we work at a time that is most convenient for you to minimize any impact on your normal operations.

You want to determine your best options for labels and signs so they can be installed or updated without interrupting your normal hours of operation

Schedule Your Consultation Today

Our specialists are ready to come to your warehouse to meet with you. They will go over the design and layout of your warehouse to determine the best options for labels and signs. The specialists work out when the best time would be to install everything so as not to interrupt your normal hours of operation.

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How to Build a Smarter Warehouse of the Future with Warehouse Labels

imprint — Wed, 27 May 2020 00:51:07 +0000

In an era of technology and increasing omnichannel shopping, creating a smarter warehouse for the future to keep up with demands is ever important. Now is the time to look around your warehouse to see if labels are fading and wearing down. Now is the time to change the outdated label and sign systems that have been in place for far too long.

Imprint has the solution for you, bringing your warehouse into the technologically enhanced future. Installing smart labels for easy scanning and enhancing the visibility of your signs will boost productivity and expedite order fulfillment. Barcode scanning will increase in use by as much as 67% for greater efficiency. Is your warehouse designed to keep up with that demand?

Installing smart labels for easy scanning and enhancing the visibility of your signs will boost productivity and expedite order fulfillment. Barcode scanning will increase in use by as much as 67% for greater efficiency.

From the floor to the bins, from the shelves to the aisle signs, here are some of Imprints' solutions that will work for you and your warehouse. Warehouse management systems need to keep up with the changing times and increasing demands. This is your first stop to find out more about what you need to transform your warehouse for the future:

Floor Labels & Kits
Retro-Reflective Labels
Rack & Bin Labels
Warehouse Magnets
Warehouse & Isle Signs

Floor Labels & Kits

Warehouse floors get a lot of foot and machine traffic. And sometimes, the floor is the most convenient spot to put barcode labels. Our warehouse floor labeling kit is made to withstand the extreme floor traffic and environment, using beveled aluminum frames with polycarbonate inserts.

Convenient and easy to install, the kits include a frame, protective polycarbonate insert/cover, masonry drill bit, concrete fasteners, and Phillips drive bit. The barcode labels are easy to change out by simply sliding the insert in. You can even remove the entire frame to relocate it.

Retro-Reflective Labels

Long-range retro-reflective labels can increase productivity by make it much easier for scanners to read the labels as far as 50 feet away. This is achieved by using a polyester-based material that is blended with microscopic glass beads to reflect a scanner’s laser.

The retro-reflective labels reduce the amount of time it takes to scan, pick, and pack items in your warehouse. The MIL size can be adjusted to meet your needs and come in your choice of graphics and colors. The retro-reflective labels are human-readable, using text and characters combined with popular scanning symbology, graphics, and logos.

Rack & Bin Labels

Racks and bins help keep your warehouse and the items in it organized which increases efficiency. Our warehouse rack labels maximize long-range scanning with clearly labeled racks and shelves. This allows forklift drivers to see what they need on different levels without having to take the added time to get out and look, increasing productivity and decreasing accidents.

Vertical totem rack labels can solve your limited space issues. These labels can be color coded, with directional and barcode symbologies, while still being readable by the eye. Totem labels can minimize scanning and picking errors and provide an alternative solution on beams and rack ends.

Warehouse Magnets

Warehouse magnets can be convenient when you have to constantly change labels in your warehouse. Ideal for constantly moving inventory for optimization needs, magnets do not leave a gooey residue. They come in a variety of sizes, colors, and symbologies for whatever you need. You can even obtain some you can write on with dry-erase markers.

Magnetic labels can be customizable to fit your needs, are barcode compatible and human-readable. The magnetic labels have directional symbols and color-coding for quick identification purposes. You can even get cardholder warehouse magnets to print barcodes or text to slide into the magnetic holder.

Warehouse & Aisle Signs

Warehouse and isle signs improve visibility in the warehouse for quicker navigation. Increasing visibility increases productivity. Choose from hanging signs, bent signs, and flat/long-range warehouse signs. Hanging signs are perfect for those difficult areas. Bent signs can be configured for easy scanning at all times. Flat/long-range signs are cost-effective and easy to mount. All signs can have custom barcode labels for efficient long-range scanning.

Other warehouse signs are vital for safety and are often required by OSHA and ANSI. We have a variety of safety/injury signs for preventative measures.

Warehouse aisle signs improve the ability to locate products and provide directional assistance. Aisle signs can also provide warnings, safety notices, and general information. Aisle signs help to increase navigation, saving time increasing productivity.

There is no one-size-fits-all, so we work to find the most cost-effective solution for your needs. The aisle signs can be vinyl, color-coded letters on PVC signs, retro-reflective, and in color or white. You can also get them with magnetic, aluminum, acrylic, or coroplast substrate.

Increase efficiency visually and with scanning technology in your labels and signs.

Create Your Future Warehouse

Barcodes are expected to be used about 84% of the time in warehouse inventory. This increases the need to upgrade technological solutions in your labeling system. Incorporating technology, such as scanners to go with the labels, can also help your warehouse go green by reducing the amount of paper material needed to conduct an inventory and fill orders.

No matter what your warehouse environment is, our labels and signs are built for durability. Increase efficiency visually and with scanning technology in your labels and signs. The labels that are used in and around your warehouse are an investment in your ability to keep up with the future.

If you want to install the labels and signs yourself, or if you would like us to do it for you, Imprint Enterprises has the solution you need. Contact us to talk about your needs today.

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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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