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