CASE STUDIES
Discover how Only Imaging provides professional TTR solutions to global partners.
Reliable Alternatives to Armor inkanto AWR 8 and APR 6 Ribbons
For many logistics companies and manufacturing plants in Europe and North America, Armor (now known as inkanto) is a default choice for thermal transfer printing. Their AWR series (Wax) and APR series (Wax/Resin) are widely recognized for delivering consistent results across high-volume supply chains.
However, operating a warehouse with thousands of printers using premium-branded consumables can heavily impact your bottom line. As supply chain directors look to optimize their Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), finding a reliable alternative to Armor inkanto has become a strategic priority.
Breaking Down the Equivalents
At Only Imaging, our engineering team has developed specific formulations designed to act as true drop-in replacements for these industry staples.
1. Replacing AWR 8 (Premium Wax)
The AWR 8 is known for its high-speed printing capabilities on standard rough vellum and coated paper tags. Our SW-Series (Standard Wax) matches this performance profile entirely.
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High-Speed Transfer: Formulated with low-melt wax, our SW-Series allows you to maintain print speeds of up to 12 IPS without compromising the darkness of the barcode.
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Printhead Protection: We utilize an advanced silicone back-coating that matches the friction coefficient of premium European brands, preventing premature printhead wear even in 24/7 automated environments.
2. Replacing APR 6 (Premium Wax/Resin)
When applications require more durability—such as shipping labels exposed to weather or friction during transit—the APR 6 is a common choice. Only Imaging’s PW-Series (Premium Wax/Resin) is engineered for these exact challenges.
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Substrate Versatility: Just like the APR 6, our PW-Series bonds aggressively to both coated paper and synthetic labels (like Polypropylene).
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Smudge Resistance: It offers identical resistance to scratching and smearing during the rough handling of logistics sorting facilities.
The Seamless Transition
Switching from a legacy brand should not cause downtime. Our drop-in replacements mean your operators do not need to recalibrate printer heat or speed settings. The transition is invisible to the production line, but highly visible on your balance sheet.
Conclusion: Optimize Your Consumable Spend
You can maintain strict quality control without paying for legacy brand markups.
ONLY IMAGING is a leading supplier of labels, printing equipment and associate consumables, including TTR products in various widths and lengths. Please take the opportunity to learn more about our range of high-quality thermal transfer ribbons and explore our other products for any further questions you may have click Here.
