Many small farmers, growers, or food processors still use manual methods for controlling the various functions in their business. Perhaps they don’t want to invest in auto ID equipment because they think it’s too expensive, or maybe they don’t see the need for this technology in their small business. However, there are inefficiencies in small […]
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Datamax-O’Neil Trade-in Deadline Extended
The trade-in deadline for the Datamax-O’Neil I-Class Mark II has been extended until June 30, 2013. Take advantage of the $150 in savings when trading in an older qualifying printer for a brand new Mark II model. Qualifying products include competitive manufacturers, such as Zebra, Intermec, Avery Dennison, and others as well as the original I-Class […]
When To Use A Label Printing Service
Using labels to identify and keep track of things is not a new concept. Neither is barcoding. Today, barcode labels are used for even more complex tracking such as work in process, warranty support, service maintenance records, and protection in the event of a recall. But if you can’t print your labels, do you find […]
Time To Say Goodbye
Congratulations to Perley Wheeler, who has decided to trade full-time employment for the good life of retirement. As of Friday, April 5, Perley will retire from Winco ID. Perley came to Winco almost 12 years ago, and has worked in the shipping department ever since. Any shipment delivered to your dock was most likely packaged […]
BarTender Templates MIL-STD-129 Updated
Some time ago I put together a set of label templates to help contractors comply with MIL-STD-129 and the RFID mandate. Over the last couple of years, there have been several revisions – usually because someone pointed out a problem or because we found a better way to do things. I’ve just finished the latest version – […]
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