Dry Erase Markers and the Problem with "Industry Standard"

We got a new dry erase board to replace the old one. The marks on the old one just would not erase, and it was discolored. It was time. So, we got a new board and guess what? Our new board didn't erase any better than the old one. Hmmm. Must be bad old markers, right?

We got new markers, just like everyone uses.  Just like you see everywhere you go.  The "EXPO" brand seems to be what everybody uses.  They are sold by everybody.

New markers on the new board just didn't erase very well. SHOOT! Now what? Did we waste our money on a defective board?

After just not working on the board for a while, I decided to try some no-name markers from another source.  WOW! They erase like my Dad would say "Slicker 'n a nickel!"  They are GREAT!

What does this have to do with Printers? Customers buy Zebra thermal printers, and WHY?  Everyone, everywhere, and everybody.  But then, ask.  Are Zebras as good as the BEST?  Did folks just GET USED TO THEM? Do Zebras work as WELL AS OTHER ONES?  Are they "Slicker 'n a nickel!"?

Other units understand and use the Zebra language perfectly, and have been for years. Ask us about thermal printers, and ones that just might work fine in your environment.

I'm sure glad I tried some other markers.  Now, back to my website planning on my dry erase board. 

Zebra Xi Printer Compared to Printronix T5000

Check Out a Better Printer of a "Different Stripe".

Top Ten reasons to just buy and use the Zebra Xi printers, and not look at a great alternative:


Zebra Xi

1.  You've got more money than sense.
2.  You really like changing ribbons as often as possible.
3.  The "BANG!" of the printer cover slamming shut serves as an audible alarm to wake up your workers.
4.  Raising the cover to check on ribbon length is like an unveiling.
5.  Cleaning printers and changing bad print heads because of permanently open or broken covers are some of the little joys in life.
6.  All the cool kids have them.
7.  "The software company made me do it, those big bullies."
8.  The striped animal logo is cool.
9.  You do not want any attention lights, for it ruins the ambiance.
10. Reprinting unreadable barcodes gives a sense of worth.

Printronix T5000 Thermal Printer

Why not take a look at a comparison of the Zerba Xi Printer to the fabulous Printronix T5000 Thermal Barcode Printer?  There are several great reasons to check out the Thermal T5000 right away:

Ribbon Length
Longer 625m ribbons for less stops than what is required when using a limit of only 450m ribbons

Ribbon Loading
Open cantilevered print head for quicker ribbon loads and less ribbon troubles that "threading" it, and no "collapsing" take-up ribbon spindle as on the Zebra printers

Label Loading
Open cantilevered print head for quicker label loads and less time and troubles than "threading" the labels past the print head in the confined Zebra printer working space

Operator Features
Angled control panel eliminates need to squat, internal aluminum silver gray back panel compared to the black Zebra improves visibility of ribbons and media with cover closed, friction fitted top cover improves safety and longevity, integrated and automated barcode "ODV" scan / eliminate unreadable / reprint

Printer Features
Direct drive versus belt and drive motor system, top indicator light draws attention to ribbon changing needs, 100% complete software compatibility to Zebra Print Language

 

Click Here to go to GLM Group's site for video comparisons of the Xi and the T5000. 

....And for current Zebra users, request a demo form to receive an evaluation T5000 unit.

 

For more information, contact Warren Neeley at 817-939-5614, Warren's full website at www.ChooseGLMgroup.com or email to WNeeley@PCIprinters.com.

 

Why Choose #2 Printronix over a #1 Zebra Thermal?

PCI sells the Printronix line of thermals.  During the IBM Printing Systems days, I heard a point in an IBM presentation that stated that this printer - the combination of the identical twins PRX.T5000 and IBM.4400/6700 units - was number two in sales volume for top-end tough and high volume industrial thermal printers. 

Zebra has held the #1 position in sales for some time.  Customers with installed Zebra printers require compatibility to even consider a switch.  Printronix has been fully compatible for years with the Zebra and ZPL language.

So why change?  Number Two needs to show why its product would be an improvement over the current leader.  What are the Printronix operational efficiencies as compared to the Zebra line?  Printronix has done a very nice job in a video demonstration of just over eight minutes. 

View the Video.

Are you thinking about a refresh of your installed Zebra thermal printers?  Have questions?  If you would like to evaluate a new Printronix T5000 printer for yourself, let us know.  Contact Warren Neeley at WNeeley@pciprinters.com or call 866-430-6202.