Barcode printing, labelling and EPC/RFID solutions company Sato has published a white paper, ‘10 key ways to increasing print apply system uptime’, which is said to illustrate ways in which manufacturers can make “intelligent use of normal downtime to maximise uptime”.
The new white paper introduces a number of steps industrial companies can take to maximise print apply system uptime and ensure high quality, readable label information.
Sato stresses that the upkeep of automated print and apply labelling systems is important in achieving increased efficiencies, improving productivity and reducing costs associated with downtime.
“By following a few simple steps organisations can minimise print apply downtime to become more efficient,” says Ikuo Dobashi, chairman of SATO Corporation and SATO International Europe.
“From straightforward steps such as cleaning the print head and changing the platen roller, to evaluating media change procedures and minimising heat, pressure and print speed settings, users can learn how to maximise print apply system uptime quickly and easily.”
The white paper suggests 10 methods said to “lay a foundation” for minimising normal downtime in print and apply systems, such as those associated with media changes (labels, ribbon), preventive maintenance procedures and wear parts replacement.
The Japan-based company says the single most beneficial step any company can implement is a routine and thorough print head cleaning procedure, to improve system performance and thereby reduce the potential for retailer charge-backs due to unreadable barcodes.
