Column that clearly explains the 2024 logistics issue [Part 1]

The Zebra TC22 / TC27 is a business-use smartphone.

The Zebra TC22 / TC27 is a business-grade Android device designed to take on competition. It is the third generation of the highly acclaimed TC2x series provided by an industry leader in enterprise mobility. It offers all the features necessary to compete with businesses of all sizes. With the latest mobility features, it significantly enhances productivity and the quality of customer service. It provides dedicated accessories that make every task easier, offering these capabilities at a smartphone-like usability and price.

• Mobile phones, PHS, data communication cards
• PDAs and handheld terminals
• Other PCs and OA equipment

Zebra's vTouch computer is a mobile device for business use.

The Zebra TC52/TC57 touch computers are the ultimate enterprise-class touch computers designed based on the highly acclaimed TC51/TC56. With the addition of a new platform and new features, they have evolved to be even more user-friendly. This simple Android device, equipped with all the business-oriented functions necessary for operations, maximizes user productivity and minimizes processing cycle time.

• Mobile phones, PHS, data communication cards
• PDAs and handheld terminals
• Other PCs and OA equipment

The MC3330R is an RFID handheld reader that adopts the Android platform and can read IC tags instantly and accurately.

The MC3330xR RFID reader/writer built-in handheld terminal adds RFID tag reading capabilities to Zebra's handheld terminals, which have a wealth of experience in industries such as manufacturing and logistics. By utilizing a management tool specialized for business with Android OS and collecting and managing information through RFID tags, it achieves digital transformation (DX).

• Handheld barcode reader
• IC tag reader/writer
• PDAs and handheld terminals

The Zebra ET40 / ET45 is an Android tablet equipped with features that allow you to start operations immediately upon arrival.

The Zebra ET40 / ET45 is an Android tablet designed for business use. It is slim and lightweight with a consumer model-like style, yet it possesses the durability to withstand business demands. It is highly durable and fully designed for professional use, functioning even when dropped, used in sub-zero environments, or exposed to water. You can choose the screen size. There is an 8-inch model that is easy to carry and a 10-inch model that is easy to read even with information-dense applications. Enterprise-class scanning capabilities. The fastest wireless connectivity. Multi-year lifecycle. Powerful new communication options. Zebra's proprietary Mobility DNA tools enhance every aspect. With the ET40/ET45, you can obtain everything you need to smoothly conduct your business at a reasonable price.

• Notebook PC
• PDAs and handheld terminals

The Zebra ET80 is slim and lightweight! It allows for flexible work tailored to your business needs.

- The ET80 is over 35% thinner and 20% lighter than major competing 2-in-1 products with the same screen size, making it easy to carry. - Equipped with a high-durability keyboard for use as a laptop. - Features a 12-inch 3:2 aspect ratio screen that is easy to see for "any business," suitable for indoor, outdoor, and direct sunlight conditions. - The touchscreen can be operated even when wet or while wearing gloves. - Supports facial recognition with Windows Hello! An optional fingerprint reader can be added for two-factor authentication.

• Notebook PC
• PDAs and handheld terminals
• Other PCs and OA equipment

A barcode printer equipped with a rich interface featuring standard wired LAN and USB, along with a high-speed CPU.

- Standard equipped with wired LAN and USB Options: Serial (RS-232C), Parallel (IEEE1284), Wireless LAN as well - Paper holder with a new mechanism for easy paper replacement - User-friendly front operation - High-spec CPU with 32-bit 400MHz - High-quality printing with ARCP (Active Ribbon Control & Positioning) mechanism - Compatible with Windows drivers - Maintenance contract system *For details, please download the catalog or contact us.

• Printer

The Theta series is a cost-effective business printer that can print labels and tags with high-speed printing.

The Theta720 Type III / Theta730 Type III label printers for business use are ideal for manufacturing, logistics, and transportation industries. With a robust structure, they can withstand long-term use in professional environments! The paper transport path is made of metal, ensuring high durability and a reliable design. The operation via a full-color touch panel is intuitive, enhancing work efficiency.

• Printer

ZQ511RFID/ZQ521RFID features a highly robust body design, allowing for mobile printing and encoding of RFID labels in harsh environments such as factories.

The ZQ511RFID/ZQ521RFID is a mobile-type printer that can perform RFID encoding and printing on demand. Its portability allows for flexible handling of RFID tasks that were difficult with desktop RFID printers. Additionally, it is compatible with other Zebra RFID printers, making it easy to expand existing operations.

• Commercial printers
• label
• Other markings

The ZQ600 Plus is a mobile thermal printer: ZQ610 Plus / ZQ620 Plus / ZQ630 Plus.

The Zebra ZQ600Plus series is a mobile printer that has been improved based on the QLn platform, which boasts sales of one million units. With cutting-edge technology and innovative design, it offers a new dimension of productivity, ease of use, and management features. Advanced battery technology, increased battery capacity, and instant wake-up functionality minimize downtime and ensure the printer is always operational. The large color display with status icons allows you to constantly check the printer's status. Equipped with high-speed 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.2, it achieves highly reliable wireless connectivity.

• Commercial printers
• Other markings
• Printer

The ZQ630 RFID is a mobile RFID printer that consolidates a color display and connectivity with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth into one device.

A mobile printer that enables top performance RFID printing anytime, anywhere. With the ZQ630 RFID, the RFID label and tag printing function can be moved according to the staff's workflow. In logistics warehouses and transportation sites, there is a need for a solution that allows instant access to necessary information anytime, anywhere, for on-demand printing and encoding of RFID labels/tags. The ZQ630 RFID mobile printer can be utilized as a fast and simple tool. When using the same label, RFID calibration is only required once.

• Commercial printers
• label
• Other markings

The Zebra ZQ300 Plus is a portable thermal printer that can print labels and receipts anywhere, indoors or outdoors.

Store staff can print everything on the spot, from shelf labels and detail tags to markdown labels and sales receipts. The ZQ600 offers a large color display, high-speed 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1 wireless connectivity, full-time operational battery technology, and powerful remote management tools, enhancing productivity and making this premium-class mobile printer easy to use and manage. The ZQ610 supports 2-inch (48mm), the ZQ620 supports 3-inch (72mm), and the ZQ630 supports 4-inch (104mm) label and receipt printing. The ZQ600 series elevates the level of mobile printers.

• Commercial printers
• Other markings
• Printer

Technoa Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture, Representative Director: Koji Yamazaki) will hold a limited-time summer special event, "Monozukuri DX CAMP," from Saturday, August 9, 2025, to Saturday, August 23, 2025. Small and medium-sized manufacturing companies face challenges such as a shortage of specialized personnel and a lack of know-how and information, which act as barriers to promoting DX (digital transformation). This event will provide a step-by-step approach to "realistic DX," based on the know-how accumulated by Technoa while supporting the DX transformation of small and medium-sized manufacturing companies. It will be structured as DAY.1 to DAY.5, offering an opportunity for skill development during the summer break and supporting the learning and growth of small and medium-sized manufacturers. For more details, please refer to the related link.

JOHNAN has updated a webpage summarizing the selection points to solve various challenges in large-scale processing (quality maintenance, short delivery times, costs). This article introduces the challenges faced in large-scale processing based on years of knowledge and experience, as well as the key points for choosing the optimal contractor that balances quality and short delivery times. If you are looking for a reliable contractor, please make use of our "Large-Scale Processing Solutions." ▼For more details "Large-Scale Processing Solutions to Achieve Product Quality and Short Delivery Times" https://www.johnan.com/solution/process/processing-assembly/post_8.html

Thank you very much for your continued support. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience, but our company will be closed for summer vacation during the following period. 【Closure Period】 From Saturday, August 9, 2025, to Thursday, August 14, 2025. We will resume normal business operations on Friday, August 15. We appreciate your understanding during this time and apologize for any inconvenience caused.

JOHNAN has released a video that clearly explains the implementation technology for stretchable films, which are expected to be utilized in wearable devices and medical equipment. In the video, you can see how the film, which has excellent elasticity, stretches and contracts. Please check our high technological capabilities and the flexible characteristics that are useful for product development. We hope this will help you generate new ideas in product development. ▼You can watch the video here [Link to the implementation page for stretchable films] https://www.johnan.com/dms/mounting/filmdevic/stretchable/

"Because it's an invisible place, we won't overlook it." Japan's climate is characterized by high temperatures and humidity, and particularly after typhoons and heavy rains, the conditions can be harsh for homes. It's not just the roofs and exterior walls that are affected by rain and wind. The area beneath the floor is actually the most susceptible and often overlooked point. This time, we will explain the "checkpoints for under the floor" that should be confirmed after a typhoon or heavy rain, the "responses" if abnormalities are found, and measures for preventing recurrence. [Table of Contents] ■ Why is underfloor checking necessary? ■ Checkpoints to confirm after a typhoon or heavy rain ■ Responses when damage is discovered ■ Points for preventing recurrence ■ Suggestions from Seihou Products ■ Summary Please be sure to read the [related materials] and [related links]. ↓ ↓ ↓