 About
This major multinational and its subsidiaries engage in the design, development, manufacture, marketing, sale, and support of various computer systems and services to customers worldwide. It offers various products, including desktop computer systems and workstations; mobility products, such as notebook computers, mobile workstations and handhelds; software and peripherals that consist of printers and displays, projectors, peripheral products, software titles, notebook accessories, networking and wireless products,
digital cameras, power adapters, flat bed scanners, and other products; servers and networking products; and storage devices.
The company sells its products directly to large corporate, government, healthcare, and education organisations, as well as small-to-medium businesses and individual consumers. The company operates principally in the United States, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and Asia Pacific-Japan.
 The Requirement
As the worlds leading manufacturer of computer and IT related hardware the requirement was substantial as there were quality issues that took priority. State of the art scanning, printing and vision equipment needed to be supplied that would adhere to a 24/7 manufacturing environment 365 days a year. The equipment must be tough enough to cope with these demands yet have a realistic ROI to satisfy dedicated production budgets.
Key to this manufacturer’s requirement was a dedicated Print and Apply system that would incorporate state of the art technology and would adhere to the gruelling work schedule of a busy production facility.
The Solution
As with any world class manufacturing facility the requirements covered many areas that are typical of a multinational manufacturer production facility, however the requirement for a Print and Apply system was a request that many suppliers could not fulfil. VisionID were a perfect fit for this manufacturer through its partnership with MECTEC, the worlds leading supplier of Print and Apply applicators.
 The need for world class products to ensure consistent flow within a busy manufacturing facility was paramount and key to the end users requirements. Knowing that VisionID had good working relationships with the worlds leading manufacturers of print and apply solutions as well as having a dedicated Service and Support department it was easy for this multi national manufacturer to choose VisionID as it’s
supplier of bespoke Print and Apply solutions.
It was an added bonus for this manufacturer to know that VisionID had introduced a dedicated Consumables Account Manager to oversee the label and ribbon consumables requirements of a busy high end manufacturing facility. Once put into operation, further value is added by providing maintenance services and an optimised combination of supplies.
 DT100
The DT100 is a flexible multi-purpose Print and Apply solution that suits many applications within carton and product labelling, meeting demands for both accuracy and speed. This unit is available in both direct thermal and thermal transfer formats. DT100 is a flexible "multi-purpose" Print and Apply solution that suits many applications within box and product labelling!
 MECTEC design, develop and manufacture industrial marking systems for automated printing and application of labels. MECTEC has a top market position within industrial marking and labelling. This is mainly thanks to their powerful and skilled development department which makes it possible for them to efficiently adopt and tailor different systems to
your particular needs.
 Flexibility is the key word and the goal is to always be able to supply the best and most reliable labelling solutions on the market. At MECTEC you will always find the products and solutions that best solve particular labelling needs.
VisionID can rely on MECTEC to supply the best solution that is need for Inline printing and applying labels, no matter what product or where on the product you need it.
The Outcome
Having initially tendered to become an authorised vendor to this manufacturing facility and winning of same, VisionID were quick to grasp the requirements of this manufacturer and the quality issues relating. A mutual respect of each others expertise was forged and VisionID became the first port-of-call when it came to seeking advice on issues relating to new technologies such as Print and Apply solutions as well as RFID, Direct Part Marking (DPM) and Vision
Systems, all of which VisionID has considerable expertise in. The relationship has grown to new heights with the awarding of a contract to install similar AutoID solutions to the manufacturer’s new sister plant which has recently been constructed in Eastern Europe. This award is seen by VisionID as a mark of approval by a manufacturing customer whom we would consider to be a partner as preferred to being an end user.
Some of the many other items supplied to this manufacturing end user included:
 Symbol LS3478
The Symbol DS3478 Series of rugged, cordless scanners uses digital imaging technology to accurately capture direct part marks (DPM), and 1D and 2D barcodes. Two-position “Smart” focus technology provides the flexibility to meet scanning needs in a wide range of applications and environments. Omni-directional scanning lets operators quickly capture data from any angle.
Symbol LS4208
 Symbol LS4208 handheld laser scanner delivers exceptional performance in a very small package. A single circuit board design ensures sturdiness and an ergonomic shape maximises user comfort. Data capture is easy due to one-pass scanning technology with multi-line rastering scan pattern.
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 Symbol DS3408
The Symbol DS3400 Series of rugged scanners brings high performance data capture to harsh industrial environments. Using digital imaging technology, this family of scanners quickly and accurately captures 1D and 2D barcodes, images and direct part marks, and is available in a number of models to meet diverse needs.
Motorola/Symbol MC3000
This advanced mobile computer is small, lightweight and rugged for applications requiring high quality data capture and high-performance real-time computing. Customize this device to the specific demands of individual jobs, allowing employees to complete their work faster and with better results. The well balanced brick or gun form factors are ideal for scan intensive environments, offering the best in comfort for workers throughout an entire shift. Use the Motorola/Symbol
MC3000 for barcode scanning and wireless mobile computing inside warehouses on loading docks and any location demanding application performance and ruggedness.
 Keep on-the-move workers connected, responsive and productive with the little device that offers big business functionality. This pocket able device puts the combined power of a mobile phone, notebook, camera and barcode scanner at the fingertips of employees, in a durable device that offers a product life that well exceeds that of the traditional consumer Smartphone
or PDA. The convergence of voice and data translates into one device for employees to carry and one device for IT to manage, simplifying mobility architecture and operational costs. The robust mobile data capabilities include email, instant and text messaging, image capture and casual barcode scanning.
Put the power of a cell phone, PDA, computer, scanner and imager in the hands of mobile workers with the first rugged enterprise digital assistant. Designed to withstand all-day everyday use in nearly any environment, this rugged compact device delivers true anywhere anytime wireless WAN / LAN / PAN voice and data communications, including superior voice functionality, data capture and the power to run nearly any application. This device provides everything mobile task workers need to achieve a new level of enterprise
productivity, whether they are in the warehouse, on the production floor or in the office.
 Motorola/Symbol MC90
Designed for workers inside the four walls, the Motorola/Symbol MC9000 series offers advanced data capture options and integrated wireless LAN / PAN plus a comfortable ergonomic pistol grip to enable real-time data collection in scan-intensive environments in the warehouse, on the loading dock, out in the yard or in the back room.
 Zebra 110XiIIIplus
The entry-level printer in the High Performance line, Zebra’s Zebra 110XiIIIplus is a true 4 inch (102 mm) performance printer. This hardworking printer is the one to call on for heavy-duty, industrial operations. This printer is available with either 4.09 inch (104 mm) or 3.2 inch (81 mm) widths.
 Zebra 170XiIIIplus
The industrial-strength Zebra 170XiIIIPlus with 203 or 300 dpi print resolution can print large volumes labels up to 6.6 inches (168 mm) wide at 12 inches per second, promoting greater productivity with less roll changes or execute intricate, high resolution print applications. With its all metal construction, this printer is ideal for tough applications including compliance labels, product identification labels and pallet shipping/receiving
labels, either on demand or in batches.
 Zebra S4M
Zebra’s S4M printer offers ease of use, a metal construction, and a variety of connectivity options into a thermal printer that takes a full 8” roll of labels for fewer media changes. Designed for the budget minded, the S4M has the features needed to support many applications at an affordable price. Compared to similar printers on the market, the S4M thermal printer is outstanding value.
 HHP3800
The HHP3800 is built to deliver world-class performance for a broad range of applications in manufacturing, warehousing, distribution and all points in between. Featuring the ideal balance of performance, durability, ergonomics and connectivity options, the 3800 will deliver years of hassle-free service.
 HHP6300
Designed specifically to meet the Direct Part Mark (DPM) reading requirements that exist in today’s industrial marketplace. The HHP6300dpm combines specialised illumination; optics and decoding software to provide world-class performance on all direct part marks and everyday paper label barcodes.
Barcode reading devices are indispensable for fast and accurate object identification. Solutions from VisionID’s manufacturing partner SICK include fixed position laser and vision-based barcode scanners for controlling material flows on conveyor systems, and mobile hand-held scanners for rapid and reliable detection of linear barcodes or 2D codes. SICK now offers a wide range of products for both stationary and mobile identification tasks.
Xplore Technologies brings the Xplore iX104 Rugged Pen Tablet computer that delivers all the desktop power needed to run mission-critical applications in the field, right at the point of activity.  The 10” screen provides rugged computing power for field applications, maintenance, and scientific
research computers. It’s built to be more rugged than traditional laptop and pen tablet computers to provide increased productivity and mobility to users in a variety of locations within the manufacturing facility.
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