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and wireless capabilities make them ideal for fast-paced, high-demand environments.”
Trends As the popularity of mobile print devices grows, customer demands are changing too. For instance, Harriette says that customers are seeking solutions that offer seamless integration, enhanced durability, and long battery life. “There’s a growing focus on connected, end-to-end ecosystems combining mobile printers with rugged handhelds, software and cloud-based platforms,” she says. “We’re also seeing increased demand for custom software integrations, which is why working with ISV partners is critical. Businesses want more than hardware – they want tailored workflows and complete, future-proof solutions that improve efficiency and accuracy.” Meanwhile, the growth in the use of forklifts in warehouses is driving a trend for printer accessories, Bob notes. “With the boom in ecommerce and omnichannel fulfillment, warehouses have become crucial and are growing in number, which has led to a surge in warehouse vehicles like forklifts, with the market projected to grow by 40% from 2023 to 2031,” he says. “These vehicles are vital for moving inventory around the premises and, for operations that rely heavily on them, a mobile printer with a shoulder strap isn’t enough, logistics operators need the devices to be easily attached/detached to the vehicles themselves so we’re seeing an increase in demand for things like vehicle mount kits and different types of accessories for charging on the go. “Our vehicle power
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connected to a power source, where a battery is unnecessary. For printers used on and off vehicles, you can conveniently charge them after a shift using either the docking cradle or the dedicated battery charger for removed batteries. We also offer a fanfold media holder, complete with media tray, to ensure smooth feeding to the mobile printer of larger rolls or media that cannot be rolled.” Sustainability Of course, warehousing and logistics businesses are also looking for their mobile print solutions to be as sustainable as possible too. One increasingly popular option is linerless label printers. “The sustainability advantages of linerless are increasingly making it a favoured labelling solution as it reduces waste and costs,” says Bob. “No backing liner means waste handling costs are reduced but its benefits go even further in that it diminishes potential safety hazards. “Operators frequently move about in warehouses or logistics centres, and traditional labels pose risks such as tripping over liner waste or slipping and falling. These incidents can be big or small, but they are a potential threat to worker safety. They can lead to prolonged issues that businesses prefer to avoid. Linerless labelling can effectively reduce such hazards, creating a safer working environment and helping businesses
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The sustainability advantages of linerless are increasingly making it a favoured labelling solution as it reduces waste and costs. “ ”
adapters cater to cigarette lighter sockets and direct connections to a power source, offering charging flexibility. The battery eliminator is ideal for printers that are always
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