2015 pestpac user conference
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2015 PestPac User Conference
Kathy Marchant, Major Account Manager - Western RegionBrother Mobile Solutions
January 2015
Pest Management challenges:Many traditional processes remain
• Many still rely on handwriting on multi-part snap sets • Handwriting is error-prone and unreliable• Snap sets are expensive and copies aren’t always
goodAutomating these processes underway at many companies
• Handhelds and laptops for techs to receive, record and transmit data
• Saves time, improves accuracy and productivity• More mobile printing solutions are being deployed
also• However, computer experience of techs not consistent
– simple is betterInherent “in the field” limitations
• Techs work on-site; need to print on-site• Otherwise, wasted time between engagements
• Reliability of solution critical• Often remote locations – no help nearby
Many times, only full-page output is acceptable to customers
• For commercial customer log books• For service reports/invoices• For certificates and guarantees• Required Mandates
Other times, small format output is the right choice
• For receipts and invoices• For “serviced on” and call-back labels• For situations requiring extreme portability
The goal is to find mobile printing solutions that:
• Easily connect to handhelds and laptops• Offer true portability – can easily be carried to and used
onsite• Perform reliably in extreme conditions• Are easy to operate, supply and maintain in the field
A variety of mobile printing solutions have been deployed:
• 4" thermal printers …• Mobile full-page inkjet printers …• Full-page thermal printers …
4" mobile thermal printers …Advantages:
• Compact & lightweight• Take less space in a vehicle• Can be carried on belt or shoulder strap• Reliable thermal printing technology
• No inks, toners or ribbons• Only one consumable
• IP Rated durability• Print small documents and labels
Disadvantages:• Small-size output
• 2" to 4"• Standard resolution is 203 DPI
• Not high enough for maps & other detailed documents
• Limited graphics capabilities• Print speeds
Mobile inkjet printers …Advantages:
• Lower upfront cost for device• Print full-page output, in color & B&W• Good print quality
Disadvantages:• Consumer-grade devices – many fragile moving parts that can break• Failure in field can halt work• Increased workload for IT to replace units and field service calls
• Rely on inks which can freeze or leak in extreme cold or heat
• Output can smudge or smear when exposed to moisture and temperature fluctuation
• Larger footprint and not truly “portable” – most often vehicle mounted
Full Page Thermal printers … Advantages:
• Reliable, proven technology – few moving parts, less to break
• Only one consumable – no problems with extreme heat or cold
• Print full-page output, with lower TCO than inkjets• Good output quality• Small, compact and lightweight – easily carried to and operated onsite
• Truly portable – powered via rechargeable batteries• Simple one-button printing• Easily connects to handhelds and laptops
Disadvantages:• B&W only
Perfect for:• Log book report
binders • Inspection reports• Service slips/
invoices• Rodent bait station
locations & site maps
• Bait station and other activities
• Chemicals used • EPA and other
compliance• Guarantees &
certificates
The choice is clear for full-page printing for Pest Management professionals:Full Page Thermal Mobile Printers
• Full-page, high-quality output onsite from handhelds and laptops – fast
• Among the smallest and lightest full-page mobile printing solutions
• Real portability – as true battery-powered devices
• Easy connectivity, USB, IrDA or optional Bluetooth® interfaces
• Simple to use – one-button printing simplicity
• Reliable thermal printing even in extreme heat or cold
• Low TCO – inexpensive to buy and maintain (only one consumable)
PocketJet® 673 All the features of the PocketJet® 6 Plus, but for:• Wireless printing from iOS® devices◊
PocketJet® 6 PlusAll the features of the PocketJet® 6, plus:• Up to 6ppm, at 300dpi resolution • Stores downloaded templates
PocketJet® 6 • Up to 6ppm, at 200dpi resolution • Prints up to 8.5" wide on cut-sheet or
continuous-roll thermal paper• Resident fonts• Engine retraction mode standard• Full-speed USB 2.0 and IrDA interfaces• Optional Bluetooth® Version 2.0 plus EDR
support available • Optional Ni-MH battery or Li-ion battery
◊ Requires download of a software development kit from the Brother Developer Center.
The PocketJet® 6 line of mobile printers
Premium Thermal Paper and AccessoriesPocketJet® models accept a variety of premium Brother™ thermal media …
• Cut-sheet letter or legal-size paper• Continuous or perforated roll paper• Fanfold paper• Premium archival paper – lasts up to 20 years • Standard archival paper – lasts up to 7 years • Synthetic Weatherproof media – withstands outdoor environments
• Custom preprinted paper available
Accessories • Fanfold Case• Roll Case• Vehicle Mounts and Power Options
Reliable mobile printing solutions for Pest Management
2015 PestPac User Conference
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Kathy Marchant, Brother Mobile SolutionsMajor Account Manager - Western Region