What is PrintNode?
PrintNode is a smart cloud printing tool that allows you to print labels, documents, or packing slips directly from your software to local printers, without needing to download files or open print dialogs.
In logistics, this means: your Zebra label, A4 document, or pallet sticker comes out of the correct printer exactly when needed.
In Plain English: Printing the Way It Should Be
Normally, you need to:
- Download a file (e.g., PDF or ZPL)
- Open it on your computer
- Manually select the correct printer
- Click “Print”
That’s slow, error-prone, and not suitable for logistics environments where speed matters.
With PrintNode and Babeldat, this happens instead:
- The software automatically generates the correct document (e.g., SSCC label or packing slip)
- And sends it directly to the linked printer – no extra steps
Why PrintNode is Essential in a Warehouse
- No delays: print without clicks, opening files, or downloads
- Always the right printer: based on location, zone, or process
- Secure and local: prints stay in your network, controlled via the cloud
- Automation: triggered by events like picking, packing, or shipping label generation
- Integrated in your workflow: 100% automated, no user action required
Typical Problems Without PrintNode
“We have to open and print each label manually. If someone chooses the wrong printer, everything goes wrong.”
“The scanner in the warehouse can’t open the PDF label, so someone has to walk to the office every time.”
“During peak hours, staff get stuck in frozen print screens.”
The result: errors, frustration, delays, and unnecessary manual actions.
What Does Babeldat Do With PrintNode?
Babeldat is fully integrated with PrintNode. This means:
- Every printer in your network is connected to Babeldat via PrintNode
- We support ZPL (Zebra), PDF, A4, and more
- Print jobs are triggered automatically by events (e.g., goods-in, SSCC generation, order picking)
- You can assign printers by zone, process, or user
- Each print job is logged and traceable via a logbook
As a user, you don’t need to download anything or open print dialogs – everything goes directly from scanner or screen to printer.
Practical Use Case Examples
1. Automatically Print SSCC Label on Packaging
- Action: picker closes a pallet
- Babeldat generates SSCC in ZPL format
- Via PrintNode, the label is printed directly on the correct Zebra printer at dispatch
2. Print Packing Slip When Pick Is Completed
- Action: order is picked and ready to ship
- Packing slip in PDF is sent automatically to the A4 printer at the packing station
3. Print Location Labels During Re-Zoning
- Action: warehouse manager updates zones
- New location labels are generated and printed per rack
PrintNode makes printing in logistics faster, easier, and smarter. No more hassle with print screens, downloads, or incorrect printer selections.
With Babeldat and PrintNode, you print labels, documents, and slips at exactly the right time, in exactly the right place – fully automated.
And that’s not just convenient – it’s essential for a modern, scalable logistics operation.
