PrimeSource Building Products

Prior to contacting Pragmatyxs, PrimeSource's internal order verification process relied exclusively on a manual process. Unfortunately, this meant the process was labor intensive and error prone. Pragmatyxs developed a material tracking solution to quickly and effective meet PrimeSource's compliance requirements.

Find out how Pragmatyxs implemented a wireless order verification application for PrimeSource

PM-4i Label Printer

The industrial EasyCoder® PM-4i is designed to excel in demanding applications and environments. Utilizing the latest technology, the PM-4i features a strong and proven mechanical platform, and powerful newly developed electronics. It is the first label printer to offer integrated serial, USB and EasyLAN® Ethernet interfaces as standard equipment. Optional interfaces include parallel, double serial and industrial and EasyLAN Wireless. The EasyLAN Wireless interface uses an integrated standard 802.11b radio, providing 128-bit WEP encryption. The PM-4i can operate as a "client" eliminating the PC from the application. Additionally, the PM-4i can be used to run peripheral devices such as scanners, weight scales and other printers.

Features

• Superior throughput eliminates wait time at the printer
• Heavy-duty metal construction withstands harsh / rugged environments
• Integrated EasyLAN® Ethernet, USB and serial interface standard
• Compact Flash memory for quick and easy firmware, font and memory upgrades
• Supports stand-alone printer applications
• Emulates and replaces competitive and older Intermec printers
• Uses up to five interface ports simultaneously, including internal EasyLAN Wireless
• Magnetic QuickMount® printhead for easy printhead installation
• Double-clutching ribbon mechanism supports ribbons wound in either direction

Applications

• Manufacturing
• Distribution
• Warehouse
• Industrial

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