Market Trends

1D vs 2D Scan Engines: Which Barcode Scanner Do You Need?

From UPC barcodes to QR codes on phone screens, 2D imagers are becoming the default. Here is what wholesalers should know before sourcing.

Oct 12, 2023 3 min read
1D vs 2D Scan Engines: Which Barcode Scanner Do You Need?Market Trends
Oct 12, 2023 3 min read

1D vs 2D Scan Engines: Which Barcode Scanner Do You Need?

From UPC barcodes to QR codes on phone screens, 2D imagers are becoming the default. Here is what wholesalers should know before sourcing.

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Reducing Return Rates: Why Scan Engine Quality MattersEngineering & Quality
Sep 28, 2023 3 min read

Reducing Return Rates: Why Scan Engine Quality Matters

Misreads and dead units drive returns. Learn how imager selection, alignment, and 100% aging testing protect your margins.

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CE, RoHS & FCC: Compliance Checklist for POS & Scanner ImportsCompliance
Sep 15, 2023 3 min read

CE, RoHS & FCC: Compliance Checklist for POS & Scanner Imports

Navigating EU and US compliance can be tricky. We break down the documentation you need before importing barcode and POS equipment.

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Retail Box vs Bulk Export: Packaging for Scanners & PrintersSourcing Strategy
Aug 22, 2023 3 min read

Retail Box vs Bulk Export: Packaging for Scanners & Printers

Retail boxes need to sell. Export cartons need to survive shipping. How to choose the right packaging strategy for your channel.

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Wireless 2D Scanners and Mobile Payment CodesProduct News
Aug 10, 2023 3 min read

Wireless 2D Scanners and Mobile Payment Codes

Wireless 2D imagers that read mobile payment screens are reshaping retail checkout. See what this means for your product line.

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How to Choose the Right Scanner OEM Partner in ChinaSourcing Strategy
Jul 5, 2023 3 min read

How to Choose the Right Scanner OEM Partner in China

Beyond the price tag: assessing communication, IP protection, and quality control capabilities for long-term supply stability.

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