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Your Guide to Choosing the Right Epson ColorWorks Printer

Not all Epson ColorWorks printers are the same—subtle yet important differences set them apart. This guide breaks down key features like print width, volume, roll size, ink capacity, speed, and feed options to help you find the best fit for your label printing needs. Explore the differences and make an informed decision with insights from Smith Corona.

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QR Codes: A Way to Analyze Consumer Behavior

QR codes had a rocky start. But now, they’re everywhere. Due to a rise in QR code use, analytics of consumer behavior are becoming readily available to businesses and companies who utilize them. This makes QR codes a huge investment tool for advertising and marketing. Is gathering information this way becoming the new normal?

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Review of the Canon LX-D5500 Printer

Looking for a printer capable of producing vibrant colored labels? The Canon LX-D5500 might be the right choice for your business. An industrial inkjet printer that utilizes dye-based inks, it’s marketed for high-quality, fast performance, and versatile printing. Let’s take a closer look at how the LX-D5500 compares to other inkjet printers.

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Your Durable Label Applications

Maintaining safety during the handling and transportation of hazardous materials requires the use of durable labels. But these labels are different from standard label applications. And if you want to stay in compliance, there are specific requirements you’ll need when it comes to utilizing them. We’ll help clear up any confusion.

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Durable Labels 101: What They Are & Their Standards

Hazardous materials are required to be properly labeled before shipping. The types of labels used on these drums, containers, or barrels are called durable labels. They’re used throughout many industries to identify and bring attention to dangerous goods and materials for safety purposes. Are you familiar with their standards?

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Industry Lead Times

When the pandemic hit, online orders skyrocketed from the nationwide shutdowns. This generated a huge increase in label supplies, causing material shortages. Now the pressure sensitive label industry is experiencing record breaking lead times, leaving customers and businesses scrambling to find a solution while they wait for orders. Here’s what we know and what we can expect moving forward.

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Flathead vs. Near Edge Thermal Transfer Printing

Thermal printer brands are known to use specific types of technology: either flathead or near edge. Depending on your industry or the products you make will determine which is useful. That’s because these technologies offer certain advantages that can be utilized with different materials and substrates. Do you know which one your business needs?

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How To do A Factory Reset on A Bixolon SLP-DX420

At some point, did you have to manually calibrate your Bixolon SLP-DX420? If that’s the case, your printer is no longer in Smart Detection Mode. To get back to this feature, you’ll need to complete a factory reset on your printer. Need the instructions for how to do this? We’re here to help walk you through the quick and easy process.

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How To Calibrate a Bixolon SLP-DX420

It’s great when a desktop printer is programmed to automatically calibrate labels. However, sometimes this feature doesn’t work properly. If your Bixolon SLP-DX420 is having print issues and Smart Detection Mode isn’t working properly, you’ll need to calibrate it yourself. We’ve got the steps to help you calibrate your Bixolon SLP-DX420.

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How To Load Labels into a Bixolon SLP-DX420

Loading labels into your Bixolon SLP-DX420 printer should be a quick and easy process. But sometimes it’s tricky to figure out with these clam shell printer designs. Which way does the roll of labels need to fit? How do I adjust the paper holders correctly? If you’re looking for how to load labels into a Bixolon SLP-DX420, we’re here to help.

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Review of the Bixolon SLP-DX420 Printer

Sometimes you want to buy the high-end Zebra desktop printer, but the price is too expensive for your budget. That’s where Bixolon comes in. Their SLP-DX420 printer is directly comparable to Zebra models at a more affordable price. If efficiency is what you’re looking for, the SLP-DX420 might be just what your small business needs.

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Review of the Primera LX2000 Printer

When you want the highest precision in inkjet label printing, you go with Primera. Their LX2000 model combines key features to elevate color printing: speed, quality, and resolution. And the added bonus of producing durable labels for GHS compliance. Let’s explore this upgraded version and why it might be the right fit for your business

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PTI Labels

Ever wonder how retailers and distributors deal with produce recalls so quickly? That’s thanks to PTI labels. These barcode labels contain information that helps trace fresh food products as they make their way through the supply chain. You might be surprised to know all the required information that goes into this lifesaving label.

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