Thermal Printhead uses on-board computer to monitor usage.
Press Release Summary:
Equipped with on-board computer, Smart Printhead(TM) series enables users to gather information and monitor performance in terms of usage and operating conditions. Printhead use data is uploaded to PC through USB port for warranty administration, which is based on linear inch usage. Offered in Purple, Blue, or Gold performance levels, printheads are offered with choice of 1-, 2-, or 3-million linear inch warranty.
Original Press Release:
Smart Printheads (TM) Advance Thermal Printhead Industry
New SSI product lasts 3 times longer and has on-board computer
New York, NY--New Smart Printheads(TM) from SSI Inc. push thermal printhead technology far ahead of existing aftermarket products.
SSI's advancement in product offerings drives down thermal printing costs. The Smart Prinhtead(TM) product line offers up to 3 times the life expectancy of current offerings. With an on-board computer, users can gather valuable information to monitor performance (such as printer setup and optimization, usage reporting, and longevity) and simplify warranty claims.
Chalfont, PA-based SSI introduces the family of Smart Printhead products (Booth 4053) June 13-15, 2005, at EastPack 2005 in New York City's Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. SSI is the source of thermal printheads for machines manufactured by Zebra®, Datamax®, and Sato®. In addition to the exceptional life span of SSI printheads and the linear inch warranty, Smart Printheads are equipped with on-board computers to track usage and operating conditions, a totally new feature for thermal printheads.
"These two features were never before seen in a thermal printhead," said Rick Bushnell, bar code and RFID industry consultant. "The value of the run-time data for optimizing printer performance is enormous."
A third innovative feature of the Smart Printhead is its brand new warranty system based on linear inch tracking. The on-board computer tracks the product usage, allowing SSI to base the warranty on linear inch usage instead of a time period used by other systems. Printhead use data is uploaded to a PC through a USB port for simple warranty administration.
SSI offers three performance levels, Purple, Blue or Gold, to meet the different needs of the distributor, VAR and end-user markets. Each printhead comes with a choice of a 1, 2 or 3 million linear inch warranty, depending on the selected product grade. The groundbreaking linear-inch based warranty method means that anyone can stock a supply of printheads without fear of warranty expiration before the product is needed.
The revolutionary Smart Printhead technology can be viewed at Booth 4053 at EastPack 2005.
Since 1990, SSI Incorporated has dedicated itself to the performance of its products. Years of field testing and analysis have led to manufacturing and quality procedures that yield truly superior products. SSI Printheads are the OEM replacement and upgrade of choice for companies in 30 countries with mission critical printing applications that range from inline printer-applicators to shipping and receiving processing. For more information, visit SSI at www.ssiprintheads.com.
