January 2012
  Barcode-IT and Dash Computer Products
20 Years in Business
2012 is a significant year for the management and staff of Barcode-IT & its parent company Dash Computer Products. Dash was started in 1992 and so this is the 20th Anniversary. Management and staff would like to thank all of our customers who have worked with us over the years, some for the whole 20 years!
1st January 2012
 Datalogic merges divisions into Datalogic ADC .
Datalogic Scanning and Mobile have been merged into a single business unit called Datalogic ADC. This will allow for much greater product convergence
in this maturing market and will streamline the
products offered.
12th December 2011
Carrier Integration Module for Dexterity WMS.
 An automated Carrier shipping module, is now available for Dexterity Warehouse Management. The module covers the major carriers and completes the on-line shipping requirements & prints the shipping labels, using data within the WMS. No operator re-keying is needed and customer or product specific rules can choose the right carrier and level of service. [more]
19th November 2011
Supreme Imports upgrades Dexterity WMS.
 Supreme is
the largest distributor of batteries in Europe with over 20% UK market share and still growing fast. In 2004 Supreme installed Dexterity WMS to manage their new warehouse. Now they have installed Sage 200 and the latest version of Dexterity WMS for Sage, which is fully live and working well.
27th October 2011
Dexterity WMS for Ovalworld Wallcovering Distribution
 Barcode-IT have been selected to provide Dexterity WMS to power the Ovalworld distribution warehouse in Lancashire. Ovalworld provides warehouse and distribution services for prestigious names such as Arthouse Home Decorations, one of the premium brands of wallcoverings and art products in the UK. [more]
15th September 2011
 Dexterity WMS for Sage 200 for Eat Natural
Dexterity Warehouse Management System for Sage 200 has been chosen by Eat Natural of Essex, who are a speciality manufacturer of natural wholesome food products. Eat Natural chose Dexterity over other Sage addons because of its superior warehouse management functionality and its ability to offer a seamless link to its Sage 200 manufacturing system. ESPI is the Sage reseller working with Barcode-IT on this project and they have for six years won the Sage Circle of Excellence award. For more information of Dexterity WMS for Sage 200, click [here].
5th September 2011
Footasylum chooses Barcode-It to supply 50 new data terminals.
 A new in-store stock control system and data terminals for the warehouse have been supplied by Barcode-IT to The Footasylum. Fifty Datalogic Skorpio terminals will be used both in the new warehouse and in 26 high street stores, to manage stock and control the warehouse. Footasylum is a highly successful chain offering lifestyle clothing and footwear from world famous brands. This fast growing retailer will equip its new warehouse with DL Skorpios and implement a new in-store stock control system also using Skorpios, developed in MCL control language.
15th August 2011
Barcode-IT wins the contract to supply Filtrona PLC
Following the installation of NiceLabel Suite multi-user network addition for barcode label printing at Filtrona, Barcode-It have also won the contract to supply 20 new barcode label printers. Filtrona tested TSC, Toshiba TEC, and Citizen printers, but accepted that the Datamax M-Class printers offered by Barcode-IT were superior and placed the order with Barcode-IT even though the printers were slightly more expensive.
Filtrona is a leading international supplier of speciality plastic and fibre products with four operating divisions: Protection & Finishing Products, Porous Technologies, Coated & Security Products, and Filter Products.
14th July 2011
Another Dexterity WMS for Sage 200 project for Barcode-IT
 Marine and Industrial Sealants Ltd are the latest customer to sign up to use Dexterity Warehouse Management System for Sage 200. Based in Norfolk, Marine and Industrial are a rapidly growing supplier of products to the yachting and marine industry and chose Dexterity over other Sage addons because of its superior warehouse management functionality. Sicon are the Sage reseller working with Barcode-IT on this project and they hold the prestigious
Sage Innovation Award 2010 and Sage ISV Partner of the Year Award 2010. For more information of Dexterity WMS for Sage 200, click [here].
4th July 2011
Dexterity MRO Stores Management System
 Barcode-IT has released details of a new MRO Engineering Stores Management System. Dexterity MRO engineering stores management system is designed to manage all aspects of the Engineering Stores. MRO stands for "Maintenance, Repair and Operations" and is a vital activity, ensuring that the industrial machinery which drives the factory in kept running. Dex-MRO keeps track of all the parts that the engineers need to repair and maintain factory machinery, without complex paperwork and administration. Barcode-IT have developed this new product, expanding its successful Dexterity range after receiving a number of requests from large industrial customers. Press release[here]
 15th June 2011
Zebra launch new QLn320 Mobile Printer
Zebra have announced the launch of the third generation of QL™ mobile printers; the QLn™ series, starting with the QLn320. The new QLn320 features a new seamless, one-piece design and tempered glass display, which along with the existing rubber-infused over-molding, make this lightweight printer even more durable. The QLn320 features a new easy-to-read display and easy to navigate controls to make use even easier, and new features ensure that this new mobile printer can integrate quickly and easily into your existing network and printer environment. For more information on the new Zebra QLn320 portable printer, which became available to buy from the 8th June, call us on 01200 441977 or click [here].
8th June 2011
Thermal Ribbon Crisis - Make Sure Your Business Isn't Affected!
If you are a regular user of thermal transfer ribbons for barcode label printers, you need to be aware of an important issue that could affect your business. There is currently a worldwide shortage of Polyester film, that is used to manufacture thermal transfer ribbons and many companies are facing disruption to supply, escalating costs and changes to specification. Due to recent economic events, Polyester film has been put on allocation and suppliers who do not have direct access to ribbon from the world's premier manufacturers, may not be able to source enough ribbon to meet their customer's demands. Fortunately, Barcode-IT has secured very large supplies of polyester for its own brand ribbons, so we can continue to offer a full range of thermal ribbons. For more information on the thermal ribbons we supply, click [here] or contact Trudy Riley for pricing and information.
24th May 2011
Dexterity WMS chosen by Herrco Cosmetics Ltd.
 Barcode-IT have won business at Herrco Cosmetics Ltd and will be supplying Dexterity WMS to integrate with their new Sage 200 installation. Following investigation of alternative warehouse management solutions to integrate with Sage 200, Herrco chose Dexterity WMS, as it provided a much more comprehensive solution. This is a record business win for Dexterity WMS, as the order was placed just 9 days following the initial enquiry! Herrco Cosmetics are an innovative UK based manufacturer, servicing the personal care, cosmetics and toiletries market. The specialise in product development and innovation, creating leading cutting edge formulae and manufacturing and filling of cosmetic and toiletry preparations. Barcode-IT are please to be working with Sage ISV Partner of the Year Sicon on this project. For more information of Dexterity WMS for Sage 200, click [here].
12th May 2011
Enter the world of online labelling with NiceLabel Portal
NiceLabel Portal is a new product from NiceLabel, that allows you to design labels and distribute them to remote printing locations; whether these locations are suppliers or branches - all you need is a web browser. Central management of label designs and database allows you to keep control over the label format and information, but gives users worldwide the ability to easily conform to your labelling requirements. NiceLabel Portal is compatible with any make of printer, any language and requires no additional training or technical support, making it ideal for any business requiring distributed printing. For more information on NiceLabel or NiceLabel Portal, click [here].
21st April 2011
Sony DADC Implement New Order Picking Technology
 Barcode-IT have supplied Sony DADC with new technology to update their web based order picking system at their Enfield warehouse. Following a period of consultation, Sony DADC chose 63 Datalogic Memor mobile WiFi terminals to manage the picking of individual orders in the warehouse and 9 DLoG MTC 6/10 industrial fork truck mounted computers, for bulk replenishment to the pick face. The terminals, supplied by Barcode-IT, have been integrated with the new Sony DADC web-based warehouse management system, which allows products to be picked easily and quickly throughout the warehouse and replaces Sony's existing DOS based solution and terminals. To read the full press release, click [here].
 10th March 2011
Zebra Z4M/Z6M printers now unsupportable!
Since the discontinuation of the Zebra Z4M & Z6M printers in 2004 and removal of technical support in 2007, parts for these machines have been harder and harder to come by. Now in 2011 parts for the Z4M/Z6M are completely unavailable, meaning that these printers are no longer supportable should a major fault occur. If you still run a Zebra Z4M/Z6M printer, printheads are still available but should a main logic board fail, the printer will be deemed BER. The Zebra Z4M/Z6M has since been replaced by the ZM400 & ZM600 models, which is completely backwards compatible with older versions. If you would like more information on replacing your Z4M/Z6M printer and the options available, please contact us on 01200 441977.
 9th March 2011
Barcode-IT selected to exhibit at Sage Connections
Sage have invited Barcode-IT to exhibit their Dexterity WMS for Sage 200 solution at Sage Connections. This year Connections Exhibition will be held in 3 venues; Manchester, Birmingham and London between the 7th-9th June. Sage Connections is a chance for Sage Business Partners to increase their knowledge of any developments in Sage software and additional software that can be integrated with Sage, like Dexterity WMS. Jim Southern, our Sage Consultant, will be giving a brief presentation at the event and then is open to questions and can give more information throughout the day. For more information about Dexterity WMS for Sage, click [here].
7th March 2011
Cert Octavian Achieve 100% Picking Accuracy with Barcode-IT
 Cert Octavian have installed a fine wine tracking and traceability solution into the storage area at their Corsham cellar facility. Due to the nature of the underground store, it was not possible to use WiFi to have real-time communication throughout the site. To get round this issue, Barcode-IT developed a WiFi enabled batch application, which runs on mobile terminals with integrated barcode scanners and mobile printers. Cert Octavian are a leading provider in Premium Products Logistics and bonded wine storage. To read the full case study, click [here].
 3rd March 2011
Datamax-O'Neil launch new E-Class Mark III
Datamax-O'Neil has announced the availability of the E-Class Mark III, a totally new thermal desktop printer family that expands on the well established and globally successful E-Class product brand. Available in four distinct models, the E-Class Mark III has been designed to meet the broadest range of customer requirements and applications, including those in transportation, logistics, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, government and postal service. The printer comes equipped with numerous language emulations, including EPL (Eltron), ZPL (Zebra), BPL (Boca) and IPL (Intermec) plus a selection of connectivity options to make replacement of existing printers or installation of new printers an easy process. For more information on the new E-Class Mark III, click [here].
1st March 2011
Halewood International choose DLoG Fork Truck  Terminals
Following extensive testing, Halewood International have chosen to install 20 DLoG MTC 6 mobile computers from Barcode-IT onto their fork truck population.
The DLoG computers are connected through a wireless 802.11g (WiFi) link to SAP WM (Warehouse Module) and have Motorola auto long range barcode scanners attached for pallet scanning in the warehouse. Halewood International are the UK's largest independent drinks manufacturer and distributor, producing well known brands like Lambrini, Crabbie's alcoholic ginger beer, Tsing Tao chinese beer and Lamb's Navy rum. Halewood have been working with Barcode-IT since 2002, so Barcode-IT were the obvious choice for advice on new terminals when the project came about in May 2010. Read the full press release [here].
 21st February 2011
Printek Launch New FP4600 Line Printer Series
Printek have announced the launch of the FormsPro 4600 series printers, which have replaced the FP4500se range. The machines are fully backwards compatible and therefore can be installed seamlessly within existing FP4500 populations, however improvements have been made to the printhead, ribbon loading mechanism and environmental impact caused by the manufacturing process.
Molded-in colour for plastic fascia and brushed satin metal finishes replace painted parts, thus yielding a much “greener” product. The Printek FP4600 series encompasses both the FP4600 and FP4603 printers and can be ordered immediately. For more information or pricing, contact us on 01200 441977 or click [here].
 7th February 2011
Barcode-IT helps Loxton Food Company produce a "cool" new range for Iceland Foods
Loxton Food Company has built a brand new factory in Stockport, Cheshire, to supply Iceland Frozen Foods with a new range of ready meals. As an enhancement to the Microsoft Dynamics NAV installation supplied by Qurius, Barcode-IT have installed Datalogic Kyman mobile terminals to give real-time access to the new ERP system for the factory workforce.In addition, the final shipping process is enhanced by the use of NiceLabel Suite which produces the EAN 128 pallet labels on 4 Datamax O'Neil barcode label printers. For the full press release, click [here].
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