DuraLabel Label Printer & DuraLabel Supplies

The Brady PMB71 Label Printer is a new portable label printer that offers greater versatility in creating 1/4" to 2" labels, combining the best of features from two of Brady's own label printing family: the HandiMark and the TLS2200.

While the PMB71 from Brady offers a built-in handle for easy portability, it also offers these features:

• Vivid color display for viewing label designs
  
• A QWERTY-style keypad
• A print speed of 1.5 inches per second
• Compatibility with over 30 supply types

Print cable markers, wire markers, ID labels, panel labels, pipe markers and OSHA safety labels with the new Brady PMB71.

Follow this link for more info and ordering instructions: Brady PMB71 Label Printer

In the same breath, it's important not to forget DuraLabel's newest portable label printer: the DuraLabel 2000 Handheld Label Printer.

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Labels: Brady HandiMark, Brady Labelers, Brady PMB71, Brady TLS2200, DuraLabel 2000

The DuraLabel 2000 Handheld Label Printer is here. And it's better than ever. Today I'd like to break down the main features and capabilities of the DuraLabel 2000, comparing it with the Brady HandiMark. And if by chance you are saying, "Well, what is the DuraLabel 2000; I have never heard of it" then you have been hibernating in a cave for way too long. But I digress. By witnessing these comparisons, you certainly won't forget it now:


Maximum Label Length
BHM: 5 ft.
DL2000: 30 ft. (6x longer)

Cool-down Time Required
BHM: 60 minutes
DL2000: 0 min. (Never overheats)

Battery Life
BHM: 25 ft. of labels or 30 min.
DL2000: 100 ft. of labels or 120 min.

Screen Size
BHM: 2 lines
DL2000: 5 lines

Text & Images
BHM: Manual Guess & Check
DL2000: Auto-size

Safety Hand Strap
BHM: No
DL2000: Yes

Pre-installed Safety Symbols
BHM: 113
DL2000: 122 (updated to latest ANSI standards)

Avg. Cost to Create 2" x 10" Pipemarker
BHM: $1.50
DL2000: $1.06

Clear winner through eight key categories: the new DuraLabel 2000 Handheld Label Printer.

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Introducing the DuraLabel2000: Portable, Versatile, Logical
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Labels: Brady HandiMark, Brady Labelers, DuraLabel 2000

Desktop label and sign printers are very popular in facilities that have a variety of labeling tasks to complete. Many desktop labelers are industrial labelers that create professional looking labels. The DuraLabel PRO and the Brady MiniMark are both desktop labelers. However, they share a few differences that may influence the ease of use and how fast a labeling project can be completed.

SOFTWARE
Both the DuraLabel PRO and the Brady MiniMark are not stand-alone printers. They function by connecting to computer with a Windows operating system. The difference in this set up, is that other than installing printer drivers, the DuraLabel PRO does not require any other software installation to run. (However, there are optional arc flash and chemical databases you can install from a free software CD included in your purchase.) After installing the driver, you can begin using a word processing program such as Microsoft Word or Open Office to create your labels.

The Brady MiniMark on the other hand, requires the installation of Markware. This means you will have to learn and master completely new programs before you can make a label that compliant with the many standards out there.

MOBILITY
With an addition of the optional slim and light battery, the DuraLabel PRO can go on field trips with you. This gives you freedom in creating labels on the spot anytime and anywhere you need them. All it takes is a laptop and the DuraLabel battery for the DuraLabel PRO to work.

The Brady MiniMark can be connected to a laptop as well, of course. However, it does not have the same freedom the DuraLabel posses because of its lack of battery. It requires an outlet which isn't easily reached.

SUPPLIES
The DuraLabel PRO has access to many different types of supplies. The DuraLabel caters to specialty labeling such as low-light labeling, wire markers, shrink tube, etc. Also, DuraLabel supplies have an average outdoor life of seven years, two years more than other labeling materials on the market. Finally, you can print all these supplies at a rate of 5 inches per second versus the Brady MiniMark's print speed topping off at 3 inches per second.

These are only a couple features that gives the DuraLabel PRO an edge over the Brady MiniMark. But these additional features might be exactly what you need in your facility.

Labels: Brady Labelers, DuraLabel Supplies, Labeling Machine

In today’s fast-paced business world, it seems as though everything should be done 15 minutes ago. Ideally, people get things done before you need it done. This is especially true for venders and suppliers. No one appreciates having to wait for someone else. Time traveling is currently known to be impossible in all regards. However, the people at Lettering Machines can do the next best thing after reversing time: right away.

Rather than twiddle their thumbs and waiting days or even weeks to carry out an order, these people immediately pack up an order and send it out. This is only possible because of the immense inventory that they have at their disposal. Their warehouse is across the street and is packed with labeling machines, including the industry-standard, DuraLabel 4TTP and the supplies that go along with them. They plan for every possible labeling task and will have whatever it is that you need.

It doesn’t matter who or where they are shipping. The moment an order is filled out, it’s already packaged and on the way to the shipping bay. Should you want to see your order even faster, there is always two-day or next day delivery. If need be, you can potentially receive their order and start their labeling tasks in the morning of the next day. But first, you need to place an order.

Labels: Brady Labelers, DuraLabel 4 Supplies, Labeling Machine

We carry both the DuraLabel 4TTP and the Brady MiniMark. Let's compare the label printing capabilities of the two machines. We'll do this by comparing the supplies available for each machine. If you don't have the supplies, you can't make the labels you need.

You'll see that in a direct comparison the DuraLabel leaves the Brady MiniMark far behind.

	DuraLabel 4TTP	Brady MiniMark
Print Quality (Resolution)	300 dpi	203 dpi
Available Vinyl Tape Sizes	Six Widths (0.5", 1.0", 2.0", 2.5", 3.0" & 4.0")	Four Widths ( 1.125", 2.25", 3" & 4")
Vinyl Tape Thicknesses	3.2 mil & 2.0 mil	NA
Available Vinyl Tape Colors	Over 66 colors	12 colors
Length of Vinyl Tape Rolls*	150'	110'
Die Cut Labels	Yes	Yes
Shrink Tube Labels	Yes	No
Wire Wraps	Yes	No
RTK Labels	Yes	No
Arc Flash Labels	Yes	No
Phosphorescent Labels	Yes	No
Cold Storage (Low Temperature) Labels	Yes	No
Reflective Labels	Yes	No
Repositionable Vinyl	Yes	No
Oval Die Cut Labels	Yes	No
Multiple Color Labels (Orange, Red or Yellow Stripe)	Yes	No
*For standard indoor/outdoor grade vinyl. Other materials may have different roll lengths.

The Brady MiniMark is designed to be an entry level label printer, and as shown above that's exactly what it is. It's capabilities and supplies allow it to perform a few entry level types of labeling tasks. If you know what types of labeling you'll need for the next five or ten years, and they involve only basic labeling requirements, then an entry level machine like the Brady MiniMark may meet your requirements... and you can save a couple of hundred dollars on the cost of the machine.

If you need an labeler that's more than an entry level machine, and that can handle a much wider variety of labeling tasks for both your present and future labeling needs, then the DuraLabel 4TTP is the option to select.

More information about the DuraLabel 4TTP label printer.

Labels: Brady Labelers

Brady has come out with a new machine that is similar to the DuraLabel 4TTP--the Brady MiniMark--but there are some important differences. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, so we thank Brady for recognizing that with the DuraLabel 4TTP we have created a labeling machine that meets the needs of business, industry, government, the military and major non-profit agencies.

It's nice to see that Brady has now recognized what we saw four years ago... that Brady label printers were expensive, supplies were expensive, and the machines were not serving the needs of industry, business, government, the military and non-profits. The DuraLabel 4TTP has changed all of that.

The DuraLabel 4TTP has introduced industrial quality, economical labeling supplies that will save you up to 40% when compared with traditional Brady label printers.

The DuraLabel 4TTP has introduced a quality label printer that is economical. It saves you money be eliminating components you already have on your desktop such as the keyboard, memory and monitor. By using your PC, and treating a label printer just like any other printer connected to your PC, you pocket the savings.

The DuraLabel 4TTP saves you money because it does not require special software. You can create the labels and signs you need using software you already have, such as Microsoft Word or Excel.

What we never understood was why there needed to be a specialized, expensive machine to print labels. It just did not make sense. There was no reason why a label printer could not be like any other printer connected to your PC. So we created the DuraLabel 4TTP, and its associated templates and software, and businesses such as yours started saving money without sacrificing quality.

We invite you to try a DuraLabel 4TTP today. Give us a call at 1-800-788-5572 and talk with one of our highly knowledgeable and friendly customer service representatives. You'll be glad you did.

P.S. As you can see from our previous post, we sell both the Brady MiniMark and the DuraLabel 4TTP. When you call us we are the only dealer that offers both options. Give us a call today and see for yorself what a great value the DuraLabel 4TTP label printer truly is when compared with the Brady MiniMark.

Labels: Brady Labelers

Looking for an economical, entry level, industrial quality label printer?

Check out the new Brady MiniMark. This entry level printer connects to your PC and uses the Brady Markware software to produce a wide variety of labels--from indoor/outdoor continuous vinyl to die-cut labels.

The Brady MiniMark is a 203 DPI Thermal Transfer printer. It connetcs to your PC using a USB, serial or parallel connection. Vinyl tapes are available in three widths 1-1/8", 2-1/4" and 4" and in twelve different colors.

More information about the Brady MiniMark label printer.

Labels: Brady Labelers

This isn't about the DuraLabel, but this is such a great sale that I had to tell you about it. You can now get selected Brady labeler supplies for up to half off the regular price. Here are some examples:

Brady PowerMark 8.8" panel ribbons - just $116.17 - 50% off!

Brady HandiMark 1" clear vinyl tape - just $34.92 - you save 30%!

Brady GlobalMark 4" grey vinyl, light blue vinyl, and brushed gold tapes - you save 20%!

Brady ID Pro Plus 1/2", 1" and 1.5" polyester tapes - you save 20%

Brady LS250 1" blue on semi-clear, 1" black on silver and 1" black on grey - you save 20%

Brady HandiMark Quick Chargers - you save 30%

Plus many more great bargains. Call Graphic Products today to learn more about this great sale on Brady labeling supplies.

Plus, not only are Brady supplies on sale, supplies from other manufacturer's such as Kroy, Brother, Varitronics and KSun are now also on sale. Call 1-800-788-5572 today for great savings on labeling supplies.

Labels: Brady Labelers