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Choosing the right barcode label printer for your business

Written by Toshiba | May 8, 2024 1:11:00 PM

In today's fast-paced business environment, efficiency and adaptability are crucial to staying competitive. Toshiba's range of barcode label printers offers state-of-the-art solutions tailored to the diverse needs of various industries. Whether in retail, manufacturing, healthcare or logistics, understanding how to select the correct printer can significantly impact your daily operations. Let's explore three Toshiba models to help you find the perfect fit for your business.

When barcode and label printers come in handy 

Barcode and label printers are more than just office equipment; they are pivotal tools that drive efficiency, accuracy, and productivity across various sectors. By understanding the practical applications of barcode printers, businesses can better appreciate the value they bring to daily operations. 

Here are some compelling use cases that highlight the versatility and necessity of these printers in different industries:

Retail sector: enhancing customer experience

In retail, speed and accuracy at the checkout counter directly impact customer satisfaction. Barcode and label printers enable quick price tagging and inventory tracking, ensuring that the right products are always in stock and correctly priced. During sales or promotions, updating price tags can be done swiftly, maintaining pricing accuracy and enhancing the shopping experience.

Manufacturing: streamlining production and quality control

Manufacturers use barcode printers to label parts and products through various stages of production. These labels can contain vital information such as part numbers, batch dates, and quality control details, ensuring traceability and compliance with industry standards.

Healthcare: ensuring patient safety

In healthcare settings, barcode printers play a critical role in patient safety and care. From wristbands that ensure patient identification to labels on medication, these barcodes help prevent errors and ensure that patients receive the correct treatment.

Logistics and shipping: optimizing supply chain efficiency

Barcode labels are essential for tracking shipments, managing inventory, and ensuring that goods are delivered to the right location on time. Printers like the Toshiba B-FP2D are invaluable for creating shipping labels on the go, enhancing the efficiency of delivery services.

Food and beverage industry: ensuring freshness and compliance

Barcode labels help manage expiration dates and batch numbers in the food sector, and comply with food safety regulations. This traceability is crucial for quality control and recall management, ensuring consumer safety.

Finding the right barcode and label printer for your business

Toshiba BV400T: the versatile performer

The Toshiba BV400T represents the pinnacle of modern printing technology, combining sleek design with cutting-edge functionality. Ideal for businesses looking for a compact yet powerful solution, the BV400T is more than just a printer; it's a testament to efficiency and adaptability. With a market-leading throughput of up to 7 inches per second and a vast array of print languages and emulations, it's designed to excel in any setting.

Key features:

  • Compact design with a small footprint, perfect for tight spaces.
  • Intuitive user experience with a clear LCD display.
  • Optional UHF RFID encoding for advanced tracking needs.
  • Ideal for: Retail environments, small offices, and businesses needing a blend of performance and elegance without a high total cost of ownership.

Toshiba BA410T: future-proof and reliable

The Toshiba BA410T builds on the robust mechanical platform of its predecessors, enhancing it with a powerful new processor and an extensible OS architecture. This printer is designed to grow with your business, ensuring your investment is future-proofed. With improved connectivity, including built-in Bluetooth for easy integration with mobile applications, the BA410T is a versatile workhorse.

Key features:

  • Increased print speed and superior print quality for improved productivity.
  • Robust design for reliable operation and minimal downtime.
  • Easy integration with mobile Android and iOS applications.
  • Ideal for: Businesses requiring a durable, high-performance printer that can adapt to ever-changing workplace demands, especially suited for industrial environments.

Toshiba B-FP2D: enhance mobile workforce efficiency

The Toshiba B-FP2D mobile printer is a game-changer for businesses requiring mobility without compromise. Designed to withstand the rigors of on-the-go use, it's perfect for retail queue busting, shelf tagging, and more. Its rugged design, full-color display, and market-leading print speeds ensure top-notch performance wherever your business takes you.

Key features:

  • Rugged and durable, meeting IP54 requirements for dust and water resistance.
  • Market-leading print speeds of up to 6 inches per second for fast, on-demand printing.
  • Advanced connectivity options, including Wi-Fi, NFC, and Bluetooth pairing, for unparalleled mobility.
  • Ideal for: Retail, field services, and any business that requires reliable, high-speed printing on the move.

Finding the right fit

Choosing the right barcode label printer involves considering your business's specific needs, such as printing volume, environment, mobility requirements, and connectivity. Toshiba's BV400T, BA410T, and B-FP2D models are tailored to various business environments, ensuring you can find a printer that meets your current needs and grows with your business.

Take the next step

Ready to enhance your business's efficiency and adaptability with a Toshiba barcode label printer? Visit our website to explore these models and find the perfect printing solution for your business. With Toshiba, you're not just choosing a printer; you're choosing a partner committed to your business' success.