Receiving Labels

[Clundey]

Has anyone used a direct thermal printer to print out receiving labels?
We are exploring the option of printing out pallet tags using this method. I've created a form that will print 3.5 X 8 (3 Up) labels on a 8.5x11 sheet. We'd like to print them out though on a thermal printer, but I have not seen one that prints 8" wide. Can these be printed out sideways?
Any ideas or best practices would be gratefully appreciated!

Thanks!

 

[vbajock]

Zebra's Eltron ribbonless thermal printers will print those in a single row the most economically. The printers only cost a few hyndred bucks and they run for years with zero maintenance. I've never seen a 3 up for heavy duty commerical use, those are usually used when you want to cheap out and use a laser printer to print your labels. Best bet is to call the guys at Zebra (800.423.0422). If they don't make a printer like that I doubt if anyone does.