Category: RFID

Closing Out the Year With Innovation: Introducing Microcom Corporation’s New 385M Thermal Printer

As 2025 comes to a close, organizations across the kiosk, self-service, ticketing, and amusement markets are evaluating the technologies that shaped the year—and the tools that will carry them into the next. For Microcom Corporation, December marks both reflection and forward momentum. We are excited to share an early look at our newest innovation in thermal printing: the Microcom 385M.

Engineered for high-duty, space-constrained applications, the 385M is designed for kiosk manufacturers, system integrators, and solution providers who require exceptional reliability and long-life performance. After its initial debut at IAAPA 2025, the 385M is slated for full production in February, and early interest underscores the demand for robust printing solutions that reduce downtime and simplify field service.

The 385M builds on Microcom’s legacy of engineering-focused design. It features a compact footprint, faster performance, and a redesigned cutter optimized for heavy-use environments. Its modular architecture supports flexible integration into kiosks, ticketing terminals, and amusement systems, while its durable components deliver the high Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) rates our customers depend on. For operations that cannot afford printing interruptions, the 385M provides consistent output across variable media types and demanding duty cycles.

Microcom’s approach to product development prioritizes practical, real-world challenges: inconsistent maintenance schedules, high-volume operation, environmental variability, and the need for field-serviceable hardware. Every enhancement in the 385M reflects direct feedback from our partners and customers, ensuring the printer performs reliably in environments where uptime is mission-critical.

As we conclude the year, Microcom remains committed to supporting the organizations building the next generation of self-service experiences. Our team will continue advancing our thermal printing solutions, expanding support resources, and working closely with integrators to optimize system performance and operational efficiency.

Thank you to our customers and industry partners for your collaboration throughout 2025. We look forward to bringing the 385M to market in early 2026—and to another year of powering dependable, high-performance kiosk and self-service systems.

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Saying Yes When the Big Guys Say No: Why Microcom Welcomes Small Printer Orders

In today’s printing industry, many large manufacturers have grown so focused on high-volume contracts that they simply turn away smaller opportunities. If your company needs 10K or less in printers, you’ve probably heard, “Sorry, that order’s too small.”
At Microcom Corporation, that’s where we step in.

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Holiday Rush Ready: How Thermal Printing Keeps Logistics and Retail Flowing Smoothly

As the holidays approach, the pressure is on for logistics companies, retailers, and food service providers to keep products moving, shelves stocked, and customers happy. Behind the scenes of this seasonal surge is one critical piece of technology that keeps everything running efficiently — thermal printing.

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The Unsung Hero Inside the Kiosk: Why Microcom Printers Are the Smart Choice

Whether you’re scanning tickets, shipping parcels, or weighing grain at a scale kiosk, the printer is the final touchpoint—and it needs to work—every time. At Microcom Corporation, we specialize in kiosk printer solutions engineered for reliability, speed, and integration into demanding environments.

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Powering Cannabis Compliance: RFID-Enabled Label Printing with Microcom’s 360c and 485T Series

In the evolving world of cannabis cultivation and distribution, one thing is constant: compliance is king. From state-mandated seed-to-sale tracking to packaging regulations and inventory audits, cannabis operators must stay ahead of complex, ever-changing requirements. That’s where Microcom’s RFID-enabled label printers come in.

Whether you’re printing vibrant, retail-ready product labels or durable transport and inventory tags, Microcom’s 360c Color Printer and 485T Series Thermal Printers offer smart, scalable solutions—fully capable of printing and encoding RFID labels that integrate with platforms like Metrc, Canix, and StashStock.

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Rising Above Tarriffs: Delivering Quality, Sustainability & Service Without Compromise

Navigating Tariffs with Confidence

Rising costs and uncertain policies don’t have to mean compromised quality or slower growth. With Microcom’s high-performance printers, RFID expertise, and USA-based customization, you’re equipped to move forward with clarity and control.

Let’s overcome today’s challenges—and build something smarter—together.

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𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐬: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐦 𝐃𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞—𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐒𝐀

What truly sets us apart? Our in-house USA-based support team, made up of seasoned engineers and technical specialists, is available five days a week to help you get the most out of your investment. Whether you purchased directly from us or through one of our valued partners, you’re never more than a phone call or email away from real help—no overseas call centers, no runaround, no guessing games.

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Revolutionizing Patient Safety with Printers Producing Full-Color, On-Demand Risk Notification Wristbands

In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, patient safety and efficiency are more critical than ever. Hospitals and medical facilities are constantly looking for ways to streamline processes, reduce errors, and improve care. One often overlooked area where technology can make a significant impact is in patient wristband identification. That’s where Microcom Corporation’s latest innovation comes in—our full-color, on-demand wristband printing technology is set to change the way healthcare providers manage patient risk identification.

The Problem: Multiple Wristbands, Increased Confusion

Many hospitals follow standardized color-coded wristband systems to indicate patient risks—red for allergies, yellow for fall risk, and purple for do-not-resuscitate (DNR) status, among others. While this system improves communication among medical staff, the traditional method of using separate wristbands for each risk factor can lead to clutter, discomfort, and even confusion in high-pressure situations.

The Solution: One Wristband, All the Information

Microcom’s full-color, on-demand wristband printer eliminates the need for multiple wristbands by integrating all patient risk indicators onto a single, easy-to-read band. With our technology, hospitals can seamlessly comply with standardized wristband colors while reducing the risk of misidentification. Instead of juggling multiple wristbands, healthcare providers can now rely on a single durable, high-quality wristband that clearly displays all necessary patient risk information.

Why This Matters

Hospitals and healthcare facilities are under increasing pressure to enhance patient safety and efficiency. Our innovative wristband printing solution addresses these challenges with key benefits:

  • Compliance with Standardized Colors – Ensures consistency across healthcare settings.
  • On-Demand Printing – Reduces waste, eliminates pre-printed stock, and streamlines hospital workflows.
  • Clarity and Efficiency – One band with all critical information improves visibility and reduces errors.
  • Durable and Comfortable – Designed for long-lasting wear without compromising patient comfort.
  • Seamless Integration – Easily connects with electronic health record (EHR) systems for real-time, automated printing.

A Game-Changer for Healthcare Supply Buyers

As healthcare supply buyers look for solutions that improve hospital efficiency while maintaining compliance with industry standards, our full-color wristband printer stands out as a cutting-edge innovation. This technology is not just about printing—it’s about improving patient care, enhancing communication, and reducing errors in a field where every second counts.

Are you ready to upgrade your hospital’s wristband system? Contact us today to learn more about our full-color, on-demand wristband printing solutions.

For more details, visit www.microcomcorp.com or reach out to us at marketing@microcomcorp.com or 740-548-6262.

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RFID In More Applications At IAAPA EXPO 2024

At IAAPA EXPO 2024, Microcom displayed our thermal kiosk printer for RFID wristbands to print on-demand from self-service kiosks.

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Walmart RFID Mandate Partner Adds Microcom

The ability to print RFID labels as needed is a significant benefit to suppliers trying to meet the RFID mandates from Walmart and others.

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