And the winner is? – The 2021 Imprint Annual Chilli Cook-Off

imprint — Thu, 28 Oct 2021 12:59:50 +0000

For immediate release: October 27th, 2021

Congrats to our 2021 Chili Cook-Off Champion – Carrie Hess 🎉

Every year around Halloween, Imprint holds an annual employee chili cook-off. There are usually between 6-10 different chilis entered. The chili is put in crockpots and lined up our the kitchen. Everyone grabs a bowl, takes a taste, and votes for the winner. This is an annual tradition that has been a fun and tasty activity for around 15-20 years

Much fun was had…

Chili tasted…

Even the jalapeños enjoyed it (well sort of)!

For more information contact Imprint Enterprises – Sales@imprint-e.com (855) 745-4464

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COVID-19 Update: Backlogs, Delays, and Costs

imprint — Thu, 25 Feb 2021 19:32:04 +0000

A Message To Our Valued Customers:

Imprint Enterprises would like to share with you some ongoing industry issues that are affecting the label industry. While COVID-19 has driven up demand for labels over the past year, it has also created supply chain issues for raw materials and is affecting the timely delivery of products. Here are some important points:

Due to increased label demand and longer lead times from suppliers, our lead times have lengthened as well. We have been adding production staff, overtime, equipment, and shifts to accommodate the demand, but our flexibility has been hampered. It may take some time before the supply chain corrects itself. In the meantime, it is imperative you work with your sales team to get your orders in much sooner than normal. Plan for 15 to 20 day lead times on standard custom work. This is not just an Imprint Enterprises issue; it is industry-wide.
All of our raw material providers continue to report record-high backlogs. This, along with labor shortages, has doubled lead times for standard Thermal Transfer and Direct Thermal label stocks while tripling lead times for many specialty materials.
Costs for corrugated cartons, stretch and shrink films, plastic bags, and other ancillary products have risen substantially over the past 9 months. Now, we are also starting to see cost increases for raw materials. So far, it has been limited to film stocks, but we believe it is only a matter of time before we see the cost for paper stocks increase as well. Once that happens, we may have no choice but to initiate an across-the-board price increase for all products, both custom and stock.
Freight costs continue to rise. Between the high demand for distributed products driven by COVID-19 and the ongoing shortage of drivers, we anticipate shipping cost increases will continue into the foreseeable future. Plus, freight reliability has decreased significantly in recent months as well.

While much of the above is COVID-19 driven, we don’t see things getting much better any time soon. It certainly is going to take some time to work through all of the above supply chain issues for material components, and we expect these freight issues will be ongoing.

So with that said, we are asking you to get your orders in early as possible to account for possible delays.

At Imprint Enterprises, we will continue to invest in people, equipment, and system improvements to serve you better. We are working hard to to get your products out the door as quickly as possible.

We are committed to you and your needs. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us any time through our website at imprint-e.com or call us at (855) 745-4464.

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COVID-19 UPDATE: Material Shortages and Possible Delays

imprint — Thu, 14 Jan 2021 17:03:09 +0000

January 14, 2021

Dear Valued Customer & Business Partner,

As the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 has been at the forefront of everyone’s thoughts, our hope is that all of you, regardless of where you are located, are staying healthy and safe.

Now that we have begun 2021, COVID-19 is still making an impact on our industry. Zebra, Honeywell, as well as the rest of our vendor base, continue to see significant shortages of components, parts, raw materials, and manufacturing capacity, which has resulted in, overall increased lead times for finished products.

With that being said, now is a good time to think about reordering labels and ribbons and placing orders as early as possible. Our typical 10-12 day turnaround time for custom label production has been impacted. Now is the time to plan for potentially longer lead times on future custom label orders, possible delays on stocked labels.

Transportation firms also continue to have capacity issues related to trucks and drivers. This is adding to the delay in getting products delivered in our normal turn around times.

While we are doing everything possible to mitigate these delays and shortages, we aim to meet your needs even in these challenging times and keep you informed about any changes in the current market status.

We will continue to work with you and do everything in our power to ensure that your businesses are not unexpectedly impacted.

We appreciate your business and understanding as we all get through these difficult times together with forethought, patience and communication.

Need Immediate Assistance?

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Imprint Enterprises Named as a Zebra Technologies RFID Specialist

imprint — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 12:46:48 +0000

Aurora, IL – March 30th, 2020 – Zebra Technologies, a leading provider of RFID products and services, has designated Imprint Enterprises as a preferred provider and RFID specialist.

Such a classification is not easily obtained. In fact, key industry thresholds like completed training, expert product knowledge, installation applications, and sales targets are all necessary components to be awarded as an RFID Specialist.

Becoming an RFID Specialist for Zebra Technologies is yet one more indicator of the commitment by Imprint Enterprises towards the warehouse of the future and the solutions partners needed to make that transformation a successful reality.

Bob Conti of Imprint Enterprises shared, “The ability to provide RFID solutions that solve our customers’ greatest operational challenges is one example of how we go the extra mile for our customers. Another is partnering with industry-leading solutions providers. Becoming an RFID Specialist for Zebra Technologies gives us yet one more leg up on the competition.”

The use of RFID readers provides multiple benefits to standard warehouse operations. At a basic level, RFID provides automatic data capture so a scanner isn’t required. Other users include applications and work processes where enhanced visibility is needed.

Now, with more advanced Zebra RFID products, triangulation from multiple readers at the same time can help pinpoint the exact location of an item within any size facility. And when it comes to repairs, by tagging items in a mobile database, the entire repair history of any RFID hardware is available instantly.

Overall, the use of RFID technologies is in perfect alignment with the warehouse of the future via faster transaction speed for an improved, more efficient and productive operation.

To learn how Imprint Enterprises and Zebra Technologies are the ideal solutions for the warehouse of the future, call (855) 745-4464.

About Imprint Enterprises

Since 1975, Imprint Enterprises has provided businesses in the Chicago and Minneapolis-St. Paul area with industry-leading barcode, RFID and mobility solutions along with unparalleled service and support.

As proof, Imprint Enterprises provides a dedicated account executive and customer support representative committed to optimizing the value of the investment in technology.

In addition, the Imprint Enterprises technical team has the proven skills and experience to readily assist with on-site service and repair when needed—and all just a short drive away.

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News: Imprint Enterprises – Deemed an ESSENTIAL Business

imprint — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:24:02 +0000

March 23, 2020

Dear Valued Customer & Business Partner,

As we continue to understand the impact of the COVID-19 virus, IMPRINT ENTERPRISES remains committed to the well-being of our employees, business partners and local communities and have already taken decisive actions to protect our team’s health, safety and security. We have instituted a rigorous work from home program for our office and sales staff and continue to stress appropriate social distancing and hygiene protocols with our entire work force.

IMPRINT ENTERPRISES is deemed an ESSENTIAL business as directed by the Executive Order for the State of Illinois. IMPRINT ENTERPRISES directly and indirectly supplies the manufacturing/distribution industries with materials that are essential to the medical, hospital, food, transportation and packaging industries.

IMPRINT ENTERPRISES supplies thermal transfer, direct thermal and digital inkjet consumable solutions (barcode labeling supplies) that are essential to produce medical products such as patient identification wristbands used in hospitals and video imaging sonogram materials used by doctors to provide care guidance for expecting mothers. Additionally, our products are used to produce on-demand barcodes and human readable information that is the critical “first line” of information for direct labeling of goods in the essential industries of food, healthcare, transportation and packaging. These goods and services would not move through the supply chain without the proper coding of information that contain critical information such as material content, lot numbers and codes, and more.

We will continue to operate all facilities at capacity. To date, we remain fully operational at all locations.

Our goal is to work together proactively to support you and your business needs during this challenging and rapidly changing time. Please contact your Account Manager (800-433-4512) or email customer_service@imprint-e.com with any question or concern.

Thank you for your continued business, partnership and trust in us. We will all get through this together!

Stay Safe,

Michael Hess
Vice President, Operations & HR

For the latest information, please follow us on LinkedIn or visit www.imprint-e.com

555 N Commons Drive Aurora, Illinois 60504 630.505.1700 800.433.4512 Fax: 630.505.1511

www.imprint-e.com

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Imprint Enterprises Promoted as a Zebra Premier Solutions Provider

imprint — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 21:08:53 +0000

Aurora, IL – March 17th, 2020 – Zebra, as a pioneer of the handheld laser scanner 40 years ago, has garnered decades of expert barcode printing experience. Flash forward to today, Zebra is on the leading edge of data capturing for supply chains across a full spectrum of industry verticals.

For example, warehouse, distribution, transportation, and logistics rely on Zebra barcode and RFID solutions to boost worker effectiveness and company performance. All to help assure that companies remain competitive in today’s challenging times.

Being promoted as a Zebra Premier Solutions Provider, Imprint Enterprises can provide both product and service capabilities to help businesses better optimize their operations.

Bob Conti of Imprint Enterprises added, “Becoming a Zebra Premier Solutions Provider is no easy feat. We’re proud to serve our customers at this advanced level. Now we can provide our customers with the ongoing solutions they need to automate, to boost performance, and most importantly, to grow their businesses in the future.”

To achieve this recent designation as a Zebra Premier Solutions Provider, Imprint Enterprises successfully completed in-depth training certifications as well as reaching milestone sales and support levels. This opens the door to Imprint customers obtaining a whole new level of first-class service and support.

As proof, Imprint Enterprises can fix, repair, install and train on the Zebra suite of managed service products as well as other vendors like SOTI and also Imprint’s own internal solutions.
To talk about how Imprint Enterprises and Zebra can better optimize any company’s process and operations, call (855) 745-4464 or visit ((INSERT WEB PAGE LINK.))

About Imprint Enterprises

As proof, Imprint Enterprises provides a dedicated account executive and customer support representative committed to optimizing the value of the investment in technology.

In addition, the Imprint Enterprises technical team has the proven skills and experience to readily assist with on-site service and repair when needed—and all just a short drive away.

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Imprint Enterprises Named Certified System Integrator (CSI) for Cognex Machine Vision Barcode Readers and Verifiers

imprint — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 13:54:51 +0000

Aurora, IL – March 9th, 2020 – Imprint Enterprises has seen the future of efficient distribution centers and warehouses. That future runs on automation and the tools that make it happen 24/7. Enter Cognex, a leading innovator in the machine vision and barcode reading industries.

The company provides a full line of vision systems, vision sensors, barcode readers and verifiers. A variety of industries around the globe use Cognex to detect defects, monitor production lines, guide assembly robots, and to track, sort, and identify parts. Cognex owes its origins to a strong lineage of tech businesses in the Boston and greater Massachusetts area.

Bob Conti of Imprint Enterprises shared, “Becoming a Certified System Integrator for Cognex is a key step in helping Imprint Enterprises improve our customers’ productivity, accuracy, and throughput. And now that we carry the full line of Cognex products for enhancing distribution center and warehouse automation, we can do exactly that.”

Imprint Enterprises is a proud distributor of Cognex machine vision equipment in American markets

Here is an overview of industries served by Cognex Products:

Automation Equipment
Automotive
Consumer Electronics
Consumer Products
Electronics
Electric Vehicle Batteries
Food and Beverage
Life Science Solutions
Logistics
Pharmaceutical/Medical

A Dependable Resource for Fixed Mount Barcode Readers and Machine Vision

Barcode Readers – Cognex DataMan and MX series of industrial level and image-based barcode readers help reduce cost, increase throughput, and control traceability.

Imprint Enterprises, partners with leading technology providers to make manufacturing, packaging, and logistics processes more efficient. Cognex machine vision and barcode reading equipment are in full alignment with that mission. To talk about how Cognex equipment can improve your company’s processes, call (855) 745-4464 or visit ((INSERT WEB PAGE LINK.))

Machine Vision – Cognex 2D and 3D machine vision products help companies inspect, identify, and guide parts through their internal processes. The Cognex In-Sight product line delivers a full spectrum of models that meet most company price points and performance requirements.

In addition, Cognex 3D machine vision products provide the ability to perform a single profile measurement or scan entire surfaces in 3D. Manufacturers trust Cognex products for detailed surface measurements that go beyond anything previously available.

Machine Vision Software – This software provides companies access to tools and capabilities at any development need. Manufacturers across all industries benefit from this broad-based toolset. Users can choose between a graphical or programmatic interface to access a leading tool library.

About Imprint Enterprises

As proof, Imprint Enterprises provides a dedicated account executive and customer support representative committed to optimizing the value of the investment in technology.

In addition, the Imprint Enterprises technical team has the proven skills and experience to readily assist with on-site service and repair when needed—and all just a short drive away.

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Launch of Imprint Mobility Manager (IM2) Helps Solve Mobile Technology’s Biggest Headaches

imprint — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 21:11:05 +0000

Aurora, IL – March 2nd, 2020 – Mobile technology, in theory, should dramatically enhance productivity and effectiveness in the business world. However, companies across the manufacturing, distribution, transportation and logistics spectrum often experience a different outcome.

Bottom line, the more mobile devices a company has on hand the more that can go wrong. And will. Even worse, most companies suffer from a lack of effective mobility management due to the constant and unpredictable human and capital investment needed to provision, monitor and repair mobile technology. The resource management drain often spreads from department to department, including everything from operations to finance to IT.

Bob Conti of Imprint Enterprises shares some welcome news on how to cost-effectively reverse that trend. “Every day, we witness the headaches and hassles that surface unexpectedly with mobile devices. But now when you outsource to Imprint Mobility Manager, we take mobility management entirely off your plate. All so you can focus on what your company does best. Yes, it can really be that simple.”

Imprint Mobility Manager covers every stage of a mobile device’s lifecycle from configuration to monitoring to help desk support as well as timely repairs.

The key components of Imprint Mobility Manager include:

Rapid Configure and Restore
Mobile devices will always require setup and restoration. The IM2 system gets any device restored and back into service quickly and expertly, all with a quick scan of some barcodes.

Mobile Device Monitoring
Device performance is tracked 24/7. Remote tech support team monitoring lets Imprint see your devices in real-time. All to maintain a company’s performance edge via scheduled updates, installing patches and much more.

Personalized Help Desk
Whether it’s via email or phone, expert help is always on call. By managing devices remotely, mobility and phone issues are solved faster and easier. The IM2 team will access the device, assess the problem, triage the issue and configure a solution.

Easy Repair and Return
Devices do break down or can suffer both internal and external physical damage. When those issues occur, repairs must be made quickly to minimize downtime as well as to avoid the ongoing cost of expensive spare units.

To get devices repaired and back in service quickly, Imprint Mobility Manager will manage your service contracts, make the RMA request to the factory (Zebra or Honeywell), provide the RMA, address any customer returns to vendor, vendor repairs and ships back to the customer.
To discover more on how to solve today’s mobile device challenges, call (855) 745-4464 or visit https://imprint-e.com/solutions/im2

About Imprint Enterprises
Since 1975, Imprint Enterprises has provided businesses in the Chicago and Minneapolis-St. Paul area with industry leading barcode, RFID and mobility solutions and unparalleled service and support.

With Imprint Enterprises, you have a dedicated account executive and customer support representative committed to ensuring you receive the most value for your technology investment.

In addition, the skilled and experienced Imprint Enterprises technical team is ready to assist you with on-site service and repair when needed—we are just a short drive away.

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Imprint Enterprises Now a Certified Zebra Silverline Reseller

imprint — Fri, 17 Aug 2018 17:25:52 +0000

Aurora, IL – August 17, 2018- Imprint Enterprises, Illinois’ leading provider of barcode, RFID, and labeling solutions, as well as one of Zebra Technologies premier business partners is now a certified Zebra Silverline RFID reseller. Zebra Technologies Premier Business Partners demonstrate greater commitment and performance and provide customers with expertise in core Zebra technology.

Now, as a certified Zebra Silverline RFID reseller, Imprint will be able to deliver Zebra on-metal RFID printing solutions such as the Zebra ZT410 RFID Silverline label printer. This printer is an ideal integrated solution for on-demand RFID asset tagging for all surfaces. Developed by Zebra and Confidex, the ZT410 RFID Silverline solves the problem of running thick, metal labels through an RFID barcode printer.

Silverline labels are designed to perform on a variety of surfaces, including metallic cylinders. These labels combine the on-metal performance of hard tags and the effortless application of labels, making RFID use easier and more efficient.

“We are thrilled to be able to offer Zebra Silverline on-metal label solutions to our customers,” said Bob Conti, President at Imprint Enterprises. “Our goal is to deliver the best printing and RFID solutions suited to each customer’s unique business environment, and the Zebra ZT410 RFID Silverline will allow us to serve customers who need a better way to print metal labels.”

For more information on the ZT410 RFID Silverline printer, or to schedule a demo or request a quote, contact Imprint Enterprises at (855) 745-4464 or visit https://www.imprint-e.com/.

About Imprint Enterprises

Imprint Enterprises has been in business since 1975 and is focused on providing customers the highest quality products with the most comprehensive service. Whether you’re looking to purchase new barcode equipment and supplies, or need best-in-class installation and service for your barcode products, we have a solution for you. We specialize in nationwide barcode printer service, site surveys and end-to-end barcode solutions.

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Imprint Enterprises Selected as a Partner in Zebra Technologies’ Xi Printer Refresh Campaign

imprint — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 13:30:56 +0000

Zebra is launching the ZT600 Series to replace the Xi Series, ZT510 to replace the 105SL/105SLPlus

Aurora, IL (July 19, 2017) — Imprint Enterprises, Illinois’ leading provider of barcode, RFID, and labeling solutions, is one of Zebra Technologies’ premier business partners and will be participating in the Xi Refresh Campaign. This campaign centers on the newest Zebra printers, the ZT600 Series and ZT510, which will replace the Xi Series and 105SL/105SLPlus, respectively.

As one of Zebra’s top partners, Imprint is able to provide demos of the newest printer offerings, as well as provide guidance and knowledge for customers looking to upgrade. These new industrial barcode printers will advance the legacy Zebra Technologies has built over decades in the industry.

The ZT600 Series is comprised of the ZT610 and ZT620, both of which are innovative and flexible options for virtually any industrial application. In addition to rugged durability and exceptional performance, these printers were also designed for improved ease of use. The side-loading media and ribbon print mechanism, for example, greatly simplifies installation.

The ZT510 provides all the printing power needed for manufacturing or transportation/logistics applications, but at a more affordable cost. This industrial printer can handle any harsh environment thanks to an all-metal design, rugged construction, and sealed dome buttons.

“Zebra is a partner we value very much, and we are excited to add the ZT600 Series and ZT510 to our catalog,” said Bob Conti, President at Imprint Enterprises. “Our goal is to provide customers with the ideal printing solution for their unique needs, and these innovative printers will allow us to continue doing that.”

For more information on the ZT600 Series or ZT510, or to schedule a demo or request a quote, contact Imprint Enterprises at (855) 745-4464 or visit https://www.imprint-e.com/.

About Imprint Enterprises

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And the winner is? – The 2021 Imprint Annual Chilli Cook-Off

For immediate release: October 27th, 2021

Congrats to our 2021 Chili Cook-Off Champion – Carrie Hess 🎉

For more information contact Imprint Enterprises – Sales@imprint-e.com (855) 745-4464

COVID-19 Update: Backlogs, Delays, and Costs

A Message To Our Valued Customers:

COVID-19 UPDATE: Material Shortages and Possible Delays

Dear Valued Customer & Business Partner,

We appreciate your business and understanding as we all get through these difficult times together with forethought, patience and communication.

Need Immediate Assistance?

Imprint Enterprises Named as a Zebra Technologies RFID Specialist

News: Imprint Enterprises – Deemed an ESSENTIAL Business

Imprint Enterprises Promoted as a Zebra Premier Solutions Provider

Imprint Enterprises Named Certified System Integrator (CSI) for Cognex Machine Vision Barcode Readers and Verifiers

Launch of Imprint Mobility Manager (IM2) Helps Solve Mobile Technology’s Biggest Headaches

Imprint Enterprises Now a Certified Zebra Silverline Reseller

Imprint Enterprises Selected as a Partner in Zebra Technologies’ Xi Printer Refresh Campaign

Zebra is launching the ZT600 Series to replace the Xi Series, ZT510 to replace the 105SL/105SLPlus