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If you didn't make it to the WERC Conference in Atlanta this week, here's a quick look at the new PM Series Industrial Printers we announced April 30.

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We had a great time at the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston this week.

Check out this video on the new product collaboration between Intermec and ecom instruments, the i.roc Ci70-EX, live from the show floor.

In more product news, ecom instruments Inc. (subsidiary of ecom instruments GmbH of Assamstadt, Germany) and Intermec announced a new intrinsically safe handheld mobile computer yesterday, the new i.roc Ci70-Ex.

Optimized for hazardous environments including oil refineries and drilling platforms, petrochemical, pharmaceutical production, agriculture processing and other explosion-classified environments, the product is the first product offering resulting from the strategic partnership between Intermec and ecom instruments announced in December 2011. The i.roc Ci70 -Ex will be exclusively sold and distributed by ecom.

The i.roc Ci70 -Ex is the latest edition of the award-winning i.roc series of handhelds from ecom and the first to be jointly engineered and developed with Intermec. A new paradigm in intrinsically safe mobile computing, the i.roc Ci70 -Ex offers an unmatched feature set among hazardous environment computers, carries the widest range of explosion-hazardous area approvals worldwide, and is fully compatible with applications originally developed for Intermec 70 series devices operating under Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5.3.

Key features include:

-- Comprehensive wireless networking capabilities--including WWAN (3G CDMA or UMTS via the Qualcomm Gobi 3000 embedded module), WLAN (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n), and Bluetooth 2.1 allow for flexible data exchange even in areas with challenging reception conditions.

-- Advanced, long-range bar code imaging technology pioneered by Intermec and now adapted for intrinsically safe environments.

-- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) capability is achieved through modular design that support a wide range of frequencies, from low to ultra-high LF to UHF and ISO Standard frequencies.

-- Like other devices built from the 70 series platform, the i.roc Ci70 -Ex is fully compatible with Intermec Development Library tools and applications.

-- A wide range of peripherals and accessories make the i.roc Ci70 -Ex a truly complete enterprise business solution

Check out the full press release here.

Intermec is excited to announce our third printer launch this year!

Today, we announced the brand new PM43 and  more compact PM43c  industrial mid-range label printers, featuring the fastest throughput in their class.

The printers are designed based on more than 40 years of Intermec's printing innovation history and mark the newest additions to Intermec’s industry leading line of rugged industrial printers.

They are optimized for harsh industrial environments including transportation, manufacturing and distribution centers and offer the ultimate in reliable and intuitive communication options with a unique full color touch-screen, featuring a choice of 10 languages or easy to use universal icons, and a multi-lingual intuitive web-based user interface. The printers also reduce IT support needs with integrated device management, allowing the printers to be monitored from anywhere in the world viaIntermechandheld computers, laptops, smart phones or tablet computers using WiFi or Ethernet connection.

Check them out at www.intermec.com/superprinters for more on all three printer lines announced this year!

We had a great time at the WBR Field Service Show in Las Vegas last week. If you weren't able to attend, here's a brief recap of Intermec's presence at the show, direct from our Field Service Expert, Roger Cresswell.

Over the last several months, the Intermec RFID business unit and RFID partners Fluensee and NeWave have been working together to build a proof of concept solution for In-Transit Asset Visibility (ITAV).  The solution uses a standard cargo van that has been outfitted with RFID, WWLAN, GPS, and an onboard computer. We will be commencing a van tour to select prospects the east coast, starting this week!

The goal of the tour is to demonstrate the solution’s ability to use a combination of RFID and GPS on a typical delivery or service route while providing visibility of the van movement, stops and identified product drop off and/or pickup.  Prospects for the In-Transit Asset visibility solution are those organizations that move high value assets between locations on a frequent basis, using their own service vehicles, and would benefit from real-time visibility of the “chain of custody” of their assets from the time they are loaded on a service vehicle until they are dropped off at a location or returned to the dock.  Examples are Telco and cable companies, parcel delivery vehicles, document management companies, utilities, service vehicles for elevator or HVAC companies, etc.

Stay tuned for more! 

Here's the third video on the PR2 and PR3, this time showing just how "fast" these printers truly are.

Check out the previous installments earlier this week, or check out our YouTube channel.

ProSyst, an Intermec ISV Partner, now offers an IBM J9 Java Virtual Machine (JVM) solution, for Intermec mobile computers that run Windows Mobile 6.1 and above (CN50, CN70e and CK3). This is the only JVM solution supported on Intermec mobile computers. It replaces the IBM JVM Software Kit (part number: 454-035-001), which is no longer available through Intermec. JVM is required on any Windows Mobile device running Java applications.

Visit their store for a evaluation copy at:
www.prosyststore.com

Check out the video here!

We're excited to announce the introduction of Vocollect VoiceExpress, a new host interface solution providing distribution center (DC) and warehouse operators the benefits of voice across almost any distribution workflow quickly by eliminating or reducing common adoption barriers.

VoiceExpress allows Vocollect’s certified partners to reengineer processes easily, without host changes or significant IT resources. The result is a high-performing, integrated voice solution for DC environments.

Vocollect now offers four host interface approaches, each of which addresses specific target market needs. Since VoiceExpress can be deployed alongside other Vocollect interfaces to the same host, it gives companies maximum flexibility to add voice quickly and easily to additional workflows.

Congratulations to Vocollect on this exciting launch!

Earlier this week we posted about the new PR2 and PR3 mobile receipt printers. Here is the second video in the three-part series, showcasing how"flexible" these new printers are for your business.

Check it out here:

We’re excited to announce two NEW products today!

The new PR2 (two-inch) and PR3 (three-inch) mobile receipt printers. Made to be worn all day and never get in the way, these printers are built for mobile professionals in field service, direct store delivery, electronic citation and mobile point of sale. They easily capture payments and print hundreds of invoices on a single charge. They are designed for maximum efficiency, with innovative smart-battery monitoring and compatibility with Intermec's modular FlexDock charging system for mobile devices. They're the quickest-to-print in their class and incredibly easy to use … doesn’t get much better than that, right?

Check out this video for more on these exciting new printers:

For more information, visit www.intermec.com/superprinters.

You can also check out the full press release here: http://www.intermec.com/about_us/newsroom/pr_detail.aspx?c=107429&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=1683276&high...=

Make sure to check back later this week for more on these exciting new products. Or, check out our YouTube channel for more.

Rendering of the new building!

The Intermec team officially broke ground yesterday at the location of the new Intermec Cedar Rapids Technology Center (CRTC)! The Cedar Rapids team, along with local officials and Intermec's CFO Bob Driessnack and Senior VP of Mobile Business Solutions Earl Thompson were on hand to celebrate the occasion.

Housing our Cedar Rapids team, the CRTC will be situated in the heart of downtown Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The two-story, 81,000-square-foot structure will house 12,000-square-feet of lab space; 31,000-square-feet of open office area; a 3,700-square-foot multi-purpose/café space; and a 2,300-square-foot loading dock and storage facility, along with a host of conference rooms and services areas, including a 30-person customer conference room  and a demonstration area.

Additional highlights of the space will include a sound and electromagnetic wave-proof chamber, individually controlled HVAC systems in the lab spaces, a recreation room and an exterior dining patio. The building’s modern exterior will feature terra cotta panels, architectural precast, face brick and an aluminum storefront.

The CRTC is expected to be complete in Q2 2013.

You can watch the building’s construction from start to finish via webcam as well!

http://crtechcenter/ or http://crtechcenter.corpnet.intermec.com/

We're back from a beautiful week in Orlando at RFID Journal Live! 2012. This was the 10th year for the conference and exhibition, and it's clear that RFID has come a long way over the past 10 years.

We had a very productive time at the show - lots of busy booth traffic and interest into Intermec's RFID plans for the year.

This year, our booth focused on a few things: one, the IP30 and its compatibility with the 70 Series, and second, In Transit Asset Visibility (ITAV).

Check out what VDC Research thought of our ITAV news on their blog, here.





If you attended this year's show, what did you find interesting?

We look forward to another exciting year in RFID - we'll see you at the show again next year!

We're excited for next week's RFID Journal Live show in Orlando! If you're attending, make sure to visit Intermec (Booth #1004) to discover how to successfully deploy radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions and learn how today's industry leaders are benefitting from RFID technologies. Intermec is a pioneer in RFID, offering fixed, handheld and vehicle-mount readers, printers, tags, labels and inlays, along with dedicated RFID implementation services.

Discover more from Intermec at RFID Journal Live! 2012 in Orlando:

+ Uncover the value of in-transit asset visibility with live Intermec demonstrations in our booth



+ Engage with Intermec's RFID experts, ready to answer all of your RFID questions

Want to attend? Leverage our Intermec VIP Discount and SAVE 15% - Use Promo Code TAGD



• When: April 3-5, 2012
• Where: Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Florida
• Website: http://www.rfidjournalevents.com/live

If you cannot attend RFID Journal Live! 2012, please visit http://www.intermec.com/products/rfid/index.aspx

Consumer Goods suppliers with DSD operations are challenged to keep retailer acceptance signatures and store stamps on printed invoices. See how Intermec mobile computers can be used to capture those electronically, quickly and reliably.

We are so excited to announce today that we've been honored with a 5-star rating in CRN's annual Partner Programs Guide for the second year in a row!!

The 2012 CRN Partner Programs Guide and CRN 5-Star Rating is the definitive listing of manufacturers and software publishers that service solution providers and/or provide products to the IT Channel. CRN’s Partner Programs Guide recognizes those vendors who have channel programs and derive a portion of their sales through the indirect IT Channel.   

Intermec’s PartnerNet channel program has received numerous accolades since its launch in 2010, and  Intermec’s Vice President of Global Channels, Scott Anderson, was also designated a CRN “Channel Chief” for the second year in a row this year!

You can read more about the honor here, or see the full list of the companies featured in the March issue of CRN. 

As a follow up to our Delta Global Services video case study, here's the second of this two-part case study series. In this video, Delta Global Services explores its decision to combine the Intermec CS40 mobile computer with the PAXTrack system.

Take a look!

Interested in more about how flexible the new PC Series of desktop printers are? Check out this video for a first-hand look.

Learn more about what makes the new Intermec PC Series of desktop printers so smart.

See more at www.intermec.com/superprinters, or check out more videos on our YouTube Channel.

Check out this great video case study by our partners at RACO Industries, showcasing how the RACO Package Delivery Solution and the Intermec CN50 helped Black Horse Carriers boost real-time tracking capabilities.

Check out this great video to see how the new PC Series of desktop printers are so super awesome, you might need a cape! Forget IT support calls - these label printers are so superintuitive, even the new guy can wield one like a trained master.

 

Today, we're excited to announce MORE great new printers! Joining the PC23d we announced at the HIMSS healthcare show last month are the PC43d and PC43t desktop printers! Offering light duty labeling applications in transportation, courier, hospitality, manufacturing, warehouse and office environments, these new printers join the PC23d to round out Intermec's new PC Series of desktop printers.

The new PC43d and PC43t are available in 4 inch direct thermal and 4 inch thermal transfer, respectively, and are perfect for space-constrained settings with a sleek and compact design. 

For more on the PC Series, visit http://www.intermec.com/superprinters.

Stay tuned later this week for videos on these exciting products!

On March 22, 2012, Field Technologies Online will host a webinar entitled "How to Use Mobile Technology to Improve Field Collections and Drive Profits" featuring Roger Cresswell, Intermec Industry Marketing Director.

Please join us to learn how to increase profitability of service organizations through better parts tracking, and, how a detailed walkthrough of a company's operations can identify benefits they've never even considered.

Webinar Details
Date: March 22, 2012
Time: 12:00 PM EST
Register now »

We had a great week at the HIMSS Healthcare Show in Las Vegas last week. A special thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to say hello and see the full portfolio of Intermec's healthcare solutions.

Here are a few thoughts on the event from Intermec's Senior Director of Marketing, Dan Albaum, and Director of Solution Sales, Marc Osgoodby.

Today, we're excited to announce a brand new printer - the PC23d!

This printer is an intuitive, flexible and smart desktop printer designed to set a new standard for user-friendly, efficient printing operations in healthcare environments. With a compact and purpose-built design, the two-inch PC23d direct thermal printer is ideal for hospital settings and an affordable choice for healthcare organizations performing wristband and labeling applications including patient tracking,  sample and bedside labeling as well as pharmacy and medical records.

Here's what VDC Analyst Drew Nathanson has to say about it:

“Intermec’s new PC23d wristband and label printer for health care is empowering to both the user and the health care organization (HCO),” said Drew Nathanson, Vice President of AutoID at VDC Research Group. “Its feature set and capabilities not only enhances usability for the multi-tasking, ever-busy health care worker, but it also enables the HCO to adapt and future proof.”

Read the full press release here.

Check out this great new video case study on how the Intermec CS40 rugged mobile computer is helping boost customer service for Delta Global Services.

For more on this exciting partnership, read the full case study and see a second companion video here. To read the press release, click here.

We are pleased to announce that Intermec’s Scott Anderson was named a 2012 “Channel Chief” by CRN Magazine.

Selected by CRN's editorial staff, the prestigious list includes the most influential and powerful leaders in the IT channel who are directly responsible for driving channel sales and growth within their organization and also evangelize the importance of the channel throughout the industry.

This is the second consecutive year Scott has been named a “Channel Chief,” showcasing his dedication to channel innovation while also recognizing his positive leadership among Intermec’s partner programs worldwide.

The 2012 Channel Chiefs list is featured in the February issue of CRN Magazine and can be found online at www.crn.com. You can read the full press release regarding the award here.

Please join us in congratulating Scott on this tremendous honor!

With the industry's fastest imaging technology, Intermec is pleased to announce the brand new SG20 line of scanners featuring high-performance scanning and best-in-class motion tolerance for general duty retail, healthcare, manufacturing and warehouse countertop applications.

Here's a video showcasing the SG20 vs. a few of the industry's other options:

Also, are you headed to the HIMSS healthcare show next week? The SG20 healthcare models will be on display in the Intermec booth #12852 at HIMSS in Las Vegas, Nev. Feb. 20-24, 2012.

To read the full press release on the SG20 line, click here.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by the Intermec and Vocollect booth at MODEX this week! We had a great time at the show and look forward to an even better year!

Here's a quick message from Intermec's Dan Albaum on the event: