How Printing Challenges Shaped the Modern Barcode

As we celebrate the completion of another calendar year, we’re surrounded by lists of 2012 highlights. One such event that was of particular interest to those of us who work in the industrial computing field and that also captured headlines in mainstream publications worldwide was the December 9 passing of Norman J. Woodland, co-inventor of…

Printer Wars: Episode I – Receipt Printer Options Can Be a Menace

If you’ve seen Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, you may remember hearing Qui-Gon Jinn say, “There’s always a bigger fish.” Well, when you’re in the market for a new receipt printer, chances are that you want to know what the “biggest fish” actually is before you complete your purchase. Below are some of the most…

Testing Z-Band Direct Thermal Antimicrobial Wristbands

I wrote recently about Zebra’s introduction of a newly enhanced version of its HC100 Wristband Printer line, but mentioned only in passing the unique cartridge-loaded Z-Band wristbands that the printers deliver. Z-Band wristbands are available in a number solution-specific of configurations, including antimicrobial-coated bands designed specifically for patient identification. Because those of us who are…

Zebra “Black & White” Papers, a Valuable Resource for IT Planners

The more years I spend in the industrial arena, the more I’ve come to appreciate the resources provided by the companies that supply the services and equipment that are the lifeblood of this industry. Zebra Technologies offers numerous white-papers as an on-line resource for IT pros. Take for example, Zebra’s Benefiting From Bedside Specimen Labeling,…

Zebra Announces Systems Builder

For most of us who’ve been involved in this industry for any length of time, it’s easy to think of Zebra Technologies first as a source for barcode printers. Indeed, the company’s presence in that important industry category is so huge that its wide experience with location solutions is sometimes overshadowed. But, I was reminded…

Drop-Resistant Mobile Printer Offers Peace of Mind

L-Tron Corporation, joined with premier partner Zebra Technologies, presents the newest addition to Zebra’s QL™ family of mobile printers.  The QLn320 is a direct thermal mobile printer with 3-inch-wide printing capabilities.  Zebra’s widely popular QL series has been known for its easy-to-use features and steadfast durability.  The QLn320 maintains these standards, while offering improvements in…

Field Mobility Solution Allows for Instant Task Completion; Improves Customer Service

  L-Tron Corporation is pleased to unveil their innovative Field Mobility System, created in response to the difficulties faced by sales, service and direct store delivery companies.  Upon speaking with such companies, L-Tron ascertained that often there is a disconnect between field workers and company headquarters, which can result in wasted time and errors within…

L-Tron Employee Named Cognitive Award Winner

L-Tron Corporation sales representative, Jason Culliton, is the winner of the 2011 CognitiveTPG’s Quarter 1 Preferred Reseller Promotion.  CognitiveTPG’s Preferred Reseller Program recognizes top-performing resellers by providing them with a wide array of business resources and sales incentives.  As a member of the Preferred Reseller Program, Culliton is acknowledged as one of a select group…

L-Tron’s High Speed Mobile Printing Solution: Making Every Minute Count

L-Tron Corporation announces the availability of the new, lightweight Brother® PocketJet® 6 and PocketJet® 6 Plus mobile printers, intended to boost productivity within the mobile work force.  Field service, route accounting, and public safety workers can print with ease using these portable printing solutions, while the compact design of the PocketJet® 6 ensures that space…