Generated by Rank Math SEO, this is an llms.txt file designed to help LLMs better understand and index this website. # APS Printers ## Sitemaps [XML Sitemap](https://www.aps-printers.com/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages. ## Posts - [Why Reliable Printers Are the Backbone of Successful Kiosks](https://www.aps-printers.com/reliable-printers-backbone-successful-kiosks/): Self-service kiosks have transformed industries by providing seamless transactions, reducing operational costs, and enhancing customer experience. One of the most critical — yet often overlooked—components is the printer. - [Thermal printers 101: the thermal printhead, the core of thermal printing](https://www.aps-printers.com/thermal-printer-101-printhead/): The thermal printhead is the most crucial component of a thermal printer. It determines print quality, durability, and overall performance. Understanding how it works and how to maintain it properly can significantly improve your printing results and extend the lifespan of your device. - [IT at APS – Interview with our IT Manager](https://www.aps-printers.com/it-at-aps-interview-with-our-manager/): Discover how APS's IT Department keeps the business connected, secure, and efficient. IT Manager, Petya Todorova, shares insights on technology, teamwork, business transformation, and supporting every department through reliable IT solutions. - [HR at APS – Interview with our HR Specialist](https://www.aps-printers.com/hr-at-aps-interview-with-our-hr-specialist/): Discover how APS's HR Department supports employees, strengthens company culture, and creates a positive workplace experience. HR Specialist, Toma Sokolov, shares insights on recruitment, communication, teamwork, and building connections that contribute to APS's continued success. - [Plant Operations at APS – Interview with our Plant Operations Manager](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-plant-operations-interview/): Discover how APS's Plant Operations team drives manufacturing excellence through collaboration, continuous improvement, and efficient project management. Plant Operations Manager, Majed Majed, shares how teamwork, planning, and operational excellence help deliver reliable products and customer satisfaction. - [Quality at APS – Interview with our Quality Manager](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-quality-manager-interview/): Discover how APS's Quality Department ensures every thermal printer meets the highest standards of reliability and performance. Quality Manager, Georgi Kolev, shares how continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong quality culture help deliver trusted solutions to customers worldwide. - [Plastic Injection at APS – Interview with our Plastic Injection Manager](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-plastic-injection-manager-interview/): Discover how APS's Plastic Injection Department manufactures high-quality components for reliable thermal printers. Plastic Department Manager, Rumyana Nizamova, shares insights on production excellence, teamwork, continuous improvement, and delivering customer-focused solutions through precision manufacturing. - [Engineering at APS – Interview with our Engineering Manager](https://www.aps-printers.com/engineering-at-aps-interview-with-our-manager/): Discover how APS's Engineering Department transforms ideas into reliable thermal printers. Engineering Manager, Radka Vasileva, shares insights on innovation, product development, teamwork, and customer-focused engineering. - [Supply Chain at APS – Interview with our Supply Chain Manager](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-supply-chain-manager-interview/): Discover how APS's Supply Chain Department keeps operations running smoothly. Supply Chain Manager, Svetoslav Spassov, shares insights on sourcing, logistics, risk management, digitalization, and sustainability. - [APS at Intertraffic Amsterdam 2026 – Printer Innovations](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-intertraffic-amsterdam-2026/): APS will show its new kiosk product range at Intertraffic Amsterdam 2026, featuring innovative thermal printing solutions for smart mobility and traffic management. - [APS at the Car Wash Show 2026 – Kiosk Printer Innovations](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-car-wash-show-2026/): APS will showcase its SKP, EKP and HKP kiosk solutions at the Car Wash Show 2026, featuring reliable thermal printing technology for self-service and car wash environments. - [APS at the Del Mar Electronics & Manufacturing Show 2026 – EKP kiosk printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/del-mar-electronics-manufacturing-show-2026/): APS showcased its EKP kiosk printer at the Del Mar Electronics & Manufacturing Show 2026, highlighting its compact design, seamless integration, and reliable thermal printing for embedded and self-service applications. - [Thermal printers 101: the role of sensors in thermal printing](https://www.aps-printers.com/thermal-printers-101-sensors/): Thermal printers rely on sensors to ensure accuracy, prevent errors, and improve efficiency. From detecting paper presence to monitoring temperature, sensors play a crucial role in maintaining print quality and preventing downtime. Understanding how they work can help you optimize your printing process and extend the life of your printer. - [From ICU to Laboratory: Why Thermal Printing is Still Indispensable in Modern Healthcare](https://www.aps-printers.com/why-thermal-printing-still-matter-for-medical-devices/): In the realm of medical diagnostics and patient monitoring, the accurate recording of physiological data is paramount. Thermal printers and chart recorders play a crucial role in this healthcare process, providing real-time, precise documentation of patient information. - [Enhancing efficiency in industrial weighing: The impact of reliable thermal printing](https://www.aps-printers.com/efficiency-industrial-weighing-thermal-printing/): In industrial environments, weighing systems are everywhere—used for production control, inventory tracking, logistics, and regulatory compliance. While the focus is often on sensor precision, data integration, and mechanical robustness, one critical component is often underestimated: the printer. - [Why thermal printers and chart recorders are vital for medical devices](https://www.aps-printers.com/thermal-printer-chart-recorder-vital-medical-devices/): In the realm of medical diagnostics and patient monitoring, the accurate recording of physiological data is paramount. Thermal printers and chart recorders play a crucial role in this healthcare process, providing real-time, precise documentation of patient information. - [Common myths about linerless labels and why they’re untrue](https://www.aps-printers.com/5-common-myths-linerless-labels/): Linerless labels are becoming an increasingly popular choice in many industries due to their efficiency and environmental benefits. However, despite their advantages, several misconceptions persist, preventing some businesses from fully adopting this innovative solution. - [Optimizing vending machine performance with advanced kiosk printing modules](https://www.aps-printers.com/vending-machine-printing-modules-performance/): As consumer expectations for speed, reliability, and seamless transactions continue to rise, vending machine operators must ensure that every component of their machines contributes to an optimal user experience. One crucial but often overlooked element is the printing module. - [APS launches the ultra-compact EKP Kiosk printer for self-service applications](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-launches-ekp-kiosk-printer/): The APS EKP 3-inch Kiosk Printer is an ultra-compact, high-performance thermal printer designed for diverse self-service applications, including ticketing, retail self-checkout, and parking systems. - [Pharmacy Automation Label Printing](https://www.aps-printers.com/pharmacy-automation-label-printing/): APS supplied the LPM2300 heavy-duty label printer, engineered for industrial-grade performance and long life operation within automated pharmacy systems - [Tachograph Printing for Fleet Compliance](https://www.aps-printers.com/tachograph-printing-fleet-compliance/): APS supplied an embedded thermal mechanism engineered for seamless integration into the Seva tachograph system from Michelin Connected Fleet. - [Embedded Printing for Food Retail Scales](https://www.aps-printers.com/food-retail-scale-printing/): APS provided the HSP2208-KS-NC, an embedded thermal printing mechanism, engineered for seamless integration into Torrey’s food label scale designs. - [Embedded Printing for Security Systems](https://www.aps-printers.com/security-systems-embedded-printing/): APS provided Rapiscan Systems an embedded thermal printer with integrated controller board optimized for seamless integration within their Itemiser system architecture. - [APS customizes the GPR212 thermal printer for healthcare patient monitors](https://www.aps-printers.com/custom-thermal-printer-for-ge-healthcare-monitor/): APS partnered with leading global medical technology companies to develop custom thermal printer solutions for their patient monitors ensuring reliable, real-time documentation of vital data. The collaborations streamlined patient care, supporting clinical decisions in critical care environments like ICUs and emergency rooms. - [APS GPR212-M0: The ideal alternative to Jadak XE-50 printer and chart recorder](https://www.aps-printers.com/alternative-jadak-xe-50-printer-chart-recorder/): If you're searching for a reliable alternative to the Jadak XE-50 thermal chart recorder, you're not alone. In the medical device industry, ensuring long-term reliability and seamless component integration is crucial—not only for performance, but also for regulatory compliance and product continuity. - [Custom-built thermal printers for Automated Dispensing Cabinets](https://www.aps-printers.com/dispensing-cabinet-success-story/): APS partnered with pharmacy care world leader to develop custom-built thermal printers for their Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADCs). This solution enhances medication management efficiency, ensuring accurate labeling and tracking to improve patient safety and streamline workflows in healthcare settings. - [Custom thermal printer for major defibrillator manufacturers](https://www.aps-printers.com/stryker-custom-thermal-printer-defibrillator/): APS teamed up with leading monitor/defibrillator manufacturers to develop custom thermal printers integrated into their devices. These collaborations enabled seamless documentation during critical emergency interventions, enhancing patient trust and compliance with medical standards. - [The importance of compact design in thermal printers and mechanisms for kiosks and POS](https://www.aps-printers.com/importance-compact-thermal-printer-kiosk-pos/): As kiosks and point-of-sale (POS) systems become increasingly prevalent in industries ranging from retail to transportation, there is a growing demand for efficient, compact devices that can maximize functionality while minimizing space. - [Cutting maintenance costs with durable thermal printers and mechanisms](https://www.aps-printers.com/cutting-maintenance-costs-thermal-printers/): Thermal printers are the backbone of many industries, powering operations from retail and logistics to healthcare and transportation. However, frequent maintenance, repairs, and downtime can quickly turn these essential devices into costly liabilities. - [Overcoming healthcare printing challenges: ensuring compliance and efficiency](https://www.aps-printers.com/printing-healthcare-ensuring-compliance-efficiency/): In the healthcare sector, precision, efficiency, and compliance are non-negotiable. From patient wristbands and prescription labels to medical records and billing receipts, printing plays a pivotal role in ensuring accurate communication and seamless operations. - [Thermal printer integration in weighing scales: challenges and solutions](https://www.aps-printers.com/thermal-printer-intergration-weighing-scales/): Integrating thermal printers in weighing scale manufacturing presents both opportunities and challenges. Thermal printers offer fast, reliable, and high-quality printing for labels, receipts, and barcodes, making them an essential component in many industrial applications. However, mechanical engineers face several obstacles when integrating these printers into scales, including compatibility with existing systems, space constraints, power requirements, and media management. - [How linerless printers are transforming labeling processes](https://www.aps-printers.com/linerless-printers-transforming-labelling-processes/): Linerless printing solutions are revolutionizing labeling processes, offering a modern alternative to traditional label formats. These innovative labels, which do not rely on backing paper, address some of the most pressing challenges in industries that rely on high-volume labeling. - [The future of thermal printing: innovations and trends to watch in 2025](https://www.aps-printers.com/future-thermal-printing-trends-2025/): Thermal printing, a technology that has long been prized for its speed, reliability, and cost-efficiency, is experiencing a wave of innovations that are reshaping its future. - [Thermal printers 101: understanding Direct Thermal vs. Thermal Transfer technology](https://www.aps-printers.com/direct-thermal-vs-thermal-transfer-printing-technology/): In this first article, we’ll explore the two main types of thermal printing: direct thermal and thermal transfer. While both methods rely on heat to produce images, they differ significantly in terms of process, materials, durability, and ideal use cases. Understanding these differences is essential for selecting the right thermal printer for your business. - [Thermal printers 101: key components of a thermal printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/key-components-thermal-printer/): In this article, we’ll break down the three essential components of a thermal printer—the printhead, the motion system, and the sensors. Each plays a critical role in delivering high-quality, efficient, and reliable printing. ## Pages - [LP EKP VS VKP](https://www.aps-printers.com/lp/replace-vkp80/): APS EKP printers integrate into existing VKP80II and VKP80III enclosures with minimal changes — same mounting points, same bezel exit height, pin-compatible connectors. - [LP KIOSK RANGE](https://www.aps-printers.com/lp/kiosk-range/): OEM-ready print mechanisms for ticketing, parking, banking, and self-service terminals — engineered for 24/7 unattended operation, with a configuration to fit almost any kiosk enclosure. - [Replace your Jadak XE-50 without redesigning your system](https://www.aps-printers.com/lp/replace-your-jadak-xe-50-without-redesigning-your-system/): APS printers integrate into your existing architecture with minimal changes, ensuring continuity, reliability, and long-term availability. - [MEDICAL PRINTER GPR2](https://www.aps-printers.com/lp/medical-printer-gpr2/): OEM-ready print mechanisms designed for integration into patient monitors, diagnostic equipment, and portable medical systems – with long-term supply commitment. - [CHART RECORDER GPR2](https://www.aps-printers.com/lp/chart-recorder-gpr212-m0/): High-resolution thermal chart recorders for medical and industrial devices. Multi-trace support, certified quality, and long-term availability – from a manufacturer with 20+ years of OEM expertise. - [Support](https://www.aps-printers.com/support/):   - [Page test](https://www.aps-printers.com/page-test/): EUROPE MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA :+33 611 974 650 - [lp](https://www.aps-printers.com/lp/) - [Spontaneous application](https://www.aps-printers.com/spontaneous-application/): At APS, we are always on the lookout for talented individuals who share our passion for innovation and excellence. With 30 years of experience leading the thermal printing industry, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment where creativity and expertise thrive. - [Privacy policy](https://www.aps-printers.com/privacy-policy/): This Privacy Policy informs you of the way personal data is collected, when you sign up to our services, when our services are used and when you browse our website www.aps-printers.com (hereinafter “the Website”) or any other website of the group. It also reminds you of your rights in terms of data protection and how to exercise them. This Privacy Policy may be supplemented with additional elements when you sign up to one of our services. - [LEGAL NOTICE](https://www.aps-printers.com/legal-notice/): APS Trading OOD5 Marin Marinov Street | Botevgrad 2140 | BulgariaPhone: ‭+359 2 439 6391‬ - [Home](https://www.aps-printers.com/):   - [Contact us](https://www.aps-printers.com/contact-us/): EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST, & AFRICA :Mr. Nicolas Gaine, Sales Director : +33 611 974 650 - [Landing page – Whitepaper Weighing Scale](https://www.aps-printers.com/lp-wp-weighing-scales/): This whitepaper is designed for mechanical engineers, product managers, and R&D teams looking to optimize performance, efficiency, and reliability. - [Landing page – Kiosk Guide](https://www.aps-printers.com/landing-page-kiosk-guide/): Our comprehensive Kiosk Printing Guide is designed to help mechanical engineers, project managers, and purchasing teams make informed decisions when selecting a thermal printing solution for self-service kiosks. - [Landing page – SEM](https://www.aps-printers.com/landing-page-sem/): APS printers integrate into your existing architecture with minimal changes - ensuring continuity, reliability, and long-term availability. - [Join us](https://www.aps-printers.com/join-us/):   - [Case studies](https://www.aps-printers.com/case-studies/): At APS, we are dedicated to advancing thermal printing technology through custom-engineered solutions tailored to meet the diverse demands of industries worldwide. Our case studies showcase how our expertise in thermal printers and mechanisms, controllers, and integrated solutions has enabled clients to streamline processes, reduce costs, and achieve operational excellence. Dive into our case studies to discover how APS’s innovative designs have become integral to applications across automotive, medical, retail, and other sectors, solving unique challenges and setting new standards for reliability and performance. - [News and articles](https://www.aps-printers.com/news-and-articles/): Welcome to the APS News & Articles page, your source for insights into thermal printing innovations, industry trends, and updates from APS. Here, we share our expertise on cutting-edge printing technology, product launches, case studies, and valuable industry knowledge that keep our clients informed and empowered. From engineering advancements to practical tips for optimizing thermal printing solutions, our blog is dedicated to helping you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. - [R&D office in France – innovation & technology hub](https://www.aps-printers.com/research-development-office-france/): Our R&D office based in Angers, France is responsible for the end-to-end development of thermal printers and mechanisms, encompassing printhead technology, electromechanical design, materials engineering, and system-level optimization. - [Metrology department – precision & measurement excellence](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-botevgrad-manufacturing-plant/metrology-department-precision-measurement/): Located in our manufacturing plant in Botevgrad, Bulgaria, our metrology department is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, repeatability, traceability, and reliability of all measurements used in the design, validation, manufacturing, and qualification of thermal printing systems and mechanisms. The department provides the measurement foundation that enables process capability, product conformity, regulatory compliance, and contiuous improvement across the product lifecycle. - [Plastic injection department – design & manufacturing](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-botevgrad-manufacturing-plant/plastic-injection-department/): Located in our manufacturing plant in Botevgrad, Bulgaria, our plastic injection department is responsible for the design, validation, manufacturing, and continuous improvement of all injection-molded plastic components used in APS thermal printers and printing mechanisms. The department ensures dimensional accuracy, material integrity, process stability, and regulatory compliance across all molded parts. - [Logistics department – storage & distribution](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-botevgrad-manufacturing-plant/logistics-storage-distribution/): Located in our manufacturing plant in Botevgrad, Bulgaria, our logistics department is responsible for the physical movement, storage, and distribution of materials and finished products supporting our thermal printing printers and mechanisms. The department ensures product integrity, traceability, regulatory compliance, delivery performance, and environmental responsibility throughout inbound, internal, and outbound logistics operations. - [Supply chain department – planning & procurement](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-botevgrad-manufacturing-plant/supply-chain-planning-procurement/): Located in our manufacturing plant in Botevgrad, Bulgaria, our supply chain department within APS is responsible for the planning, sourcing, procurement, logistics, and inventory management of materials and components required for thermal printing systems and mechanisms. The department ensures supply continuity, quality compliance, cost effectiveness, traceability, and regulatory adherence across the end-to-end supply chain. - [Quality department – thermal printing quality & compliance](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-botevgrad-manufacturing-plant/thermal-printing-quality-department/): Located in our manufacturing plant in Botevgrad, Bulgaria, our quality department is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and continuously improving an integrated management system that ensures product quality, regulatory compliance, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence across thermal printing products and manufacturing processes. - [Policies & certifications](https://www.aps-printers.com/policies-certifications/): At APS, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality thermal printing solutions that meet the stringent standards of industries worldwide. - [Engineering department – APS expertise](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-botevgrad-manufacturing-plant/aps-engineering-department/): Located in our manufacturing plant in Botevgrad, Bulgaria, our engineering department is responsible for the industrialization, productization, and sustainment of APS thermal printing technologies developed by R&D. Engineering converts validated concepts into robust, manufacturable, and cost-optimized thermal printing mechanisms and printer platforms. - [Company profile](https://www.aps-printers.com/company-profile/): APS (Advanced Printing Systems) is a leading global manufacturer specializing in the design and production of high-performance thermal printers and printer mechanisms. - [Healthcare](https://www.aps-printers.com/healthcare-thermal-printers/): In the healthcare industry, precision, reliability, and compliance are paramount. From patient monitoring to medication labeling, thermal printing technology plays a critical role in ensuring accuracy and enhancing patient safety. - [Industry solutions](https://www.aps-printers.com/industry-solutions/): APS delivers specialized thermal printing solutions tailored to meet the unique demands of various industries. With decades of experience and a commitment to innovation, APS provides reliable, high-performance thermal printers and mechanisms for a wide range of applications, from retail and hospitality to automotive and medical equipment. - [Defibrillator Printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/healthcare-thermal-printers/defibrillator-thermal-printer/): In life-saving situations, defibrillator printers play a crucial role in documenting critical patient data. APS offers advanced defibrillator thermal printers designed to meet the specific needs of emergency medical equipment. - [Patient monitoring](https://www.aps-printers.com/healthcare-thermal-printers/patient-monitoring-thermal-printer/): In healthcare, accurate and timely data is critical for effective patient monitoring. - [ECG/EKG](https://www.aps-printers.com/healthcare-thermal-printers/ecg-ekg-thermal-printers/): In the healthcare industry, accurate and timely ECG/EKG printouts are crucial for diagnosing and monitoring heart conditions. - [Fiscal](https://www.aps-printers.com/fiscal-thermal-printer/): Fiscal printers play a critical role in ensuring tax compliance across various industries, from retail and hospitality to transportation and vending. These specialized devices issue legally mandated, tamper-proof receipts that are stored for tax audits and reporting. However, the heart of any fiscal printer lies in its printer mechanism—the component responsible for delivering fast, reliable, and clear printing. - [Fuel and Gas](https://www.aps-printers.com/fuel-gas-thermal-printer/): In the fuel and gas industry, thermal printers are essential for delivering accurate, fast, and durable printouts in high-traffic environments. - [Gas and fuel dispenser receipt printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/fuel-gas-thermal-printer/gas-and-fuel-dispenser-receipt-printer/): In the fuel and gas industry, issuing clear, accurate receipts at gas pumps and fuel dispensers is essential for both customer satisfaction and compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.   - [Carwash ticket printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/fuel-gas-thermal-printer/carwash-ticket-printer/): In the fuel and gas industry, offering carwash services is a valuable addition to many fuel stations, providing customers with both convenience and efficiency.   - [Gaming](https://www.aps-printers.com/gaming-thermal-printer/): In the fast-paced world of gaming, thermal printing solutions are essential for delivering accurate and reliable printouts that keep operations running smoothly. - [Betting terminal printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/gaming-thermal-printer/betting-terminal-thermal-printer/): In the fast-paced world of gaming and betting, accurate and immediate printing of betting slips and receipts is essential for keeping operations smooth and ensuring customer satisfaction.   - [Lottery ticket printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/gaming-thermal-printer/lottery-ticket-thermal-printer/): In the gaming industry, lottery ticket printing requires speed, accuracy, and durability to handle high volumes of transactions while maintaining customer satisfaction.   - [Gaming machine voucher printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/gaming-thermal-printer/gaming-machine-voucher-thermal-printer/): In the fast-paced world of casino gaming, vouchers play a critical role in modern ticket-in-ticket-out (TITO) systems, allowing players to cash out their winnings or transfer credits between machines.   - [Manufacturing and instrumentation](https://www.aps-printers.com/manufacturing-instrumentation-thermal-printer/): In the manufacturing and instrumentation industry, precision and traceability are paramount to ensuring operational efficiency and compliance. - [Autoclave printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/manufacturing-instrumentation-thermal-printer/autoclave-thermal-printer/): In both industrial and healthcare environments, autoclaves play a critical role in sterilization processes, ensuring that equipment and instruments are properly disinfected.   - [Calibration device printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/manufacturing-instrumentation-thermal-printer/calibration-device-printer/): In the manufacturing and instrumentation industry, calibration devices are essential for ensuring that tools, machines, and instruments operate within precise tolerances.   - [Industrial test bench printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/manufacturing-instrumentation-thermal-printer/industrial-test-bench-thermal-printer/): In manufacturing and instrumentation settings, test benches are essential for measuring and validating the performance of equipment and components.   - [ATM and Payment terminals](https://www.aps-printers.com/atm-payment-terminal-thermal-printer/): In the ATM and payment terminal industry, precision and reliability are critical to ensuring smooth and secure transactions. - [ATM receipt printing](https://www.aps-printers.com/atm-payment-terminal-thermal-printer/atm-receipt-thermal-printer/): In the world of automated teller machines (ATMs), receipt printers are essential for providing customers with an accurate and instant record of their transactions. - [deposit slip printing](https://www.aps-printers.com/atm-payment-terminal-thermal-printer/deposit-slip-thermal-printer/): In banking environments, deposit slip printers are essential for ensuring accurate records of customer deposits. - [EFT/POS terminal printing | APS](https://www.aps-printers.com/atm-payment-terminal-thermal-printer/eft-pos-terminal-thermal-printer/): In retail and financial environments, Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) and Point-of-Sale (POS) terminals are crucial for processing card payments quickly and accurately. - [Voting](https://www.aps-printers.com/voting-thermal-printer/): In the voting industry, accuracy, security, and efficiency are paramount. - [Direct Recording Electronic Systems printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/voting-thermal-printer/direct-recording-electronic-systems-thermal-printer/): In modern elections, Direct Recording Electronic (DRE) voting systems provide a secure and accessible way for voters to cast their ballots electronically.   - [Ballot marking device printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/voting-thermal-printer/ballot-marking-device-thermal-printer/): In modern elections, ballot marking devices (BMDs) play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and accessible voting processes.   - [Automotive](https://www.aps-printers.com/automotive-thermal-printer/): In the automotive industry, precision and reliability are key factors in ensuring smooth operations, from manufacturing processes to vehicle monitoring.   - [Vehicle diagnostic tool](https://www.aps-printers.com/automotive-thermal-printer/vehicle-diagnostic-tool-thermal-printer/): Vehicle diagnostic tools play a crucial role in ensuring the performance and safety of modern vehicles. - [Tachographs](https://www.aps-printers.com/automotive-thermal-printer/tachograph-thermal-printer/): In fleet management and vehicle monitoring, tachograph printing mechanisms are critical for documenting driver activity, speed, and distance traveled.   - [On board weighing systems](https://www.aps-printers.com/automotive-thermal-printer/on-board-weighing-system-thermal-printer/): On-board weighing systems are essential in commercial transportation, where monitoring the weight of vehicles and their cargo is crucial for ensuring safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.    - [Weighing scales and packaging](https://www.aps-printers.com/weighing-scales-packaging-thermal-printer/): In the weighing scales and packaging industry, precise and efficient printing solutions are critical for ensuring accurate labeling, smooth logistics, and real-time data tracking. - [Weighing Scale Printers](https://www.aps-printers.com/weighing-scales-packaging-thermal-printer/weighing-scale-thermal-printer/): In the weighing scales and packaging industry, having accurate and clear printed labels is essential for tracking, packaging, and compliance.   - [Packaging Label Printers](https://www.aps-printers.com/weighing-scales-packaging-thermal-printer/packaging-label-printer/): In the packaging industry, the accuracy and durability of printed labels are essential for identifying, tracking, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.   - [Logistics and Shipping Label Printers](https://www.aps-printers.com/weighing-scales-packaging-thermal-printer/logistics-and-shipping-label-printers/): In the logistics and shipping industry, accurate and durable labels are crucial for managing inventory, tracking shipments, and ensuring the efficient movement of goods across the supply chain.   - [Kiosk](https://www.aps-printers.com/kiosk-industry-thermal-printer/): Thermal printing plays a critical role in self-service kiosk environments, where reliability, speed and compact integration are essential. - [ATM banking kiosk](https://www.aps-printers.com/kiosk-industry-thermal-printer/atm-banking-kiosk-thermal-printer/): In the financial sector, ATM and banking kiosks are essential for providing customers with quick and secure access to their accounts, whether for withdrawals, deposits, or balance checks. - [self-checkout and retail kiosks](https://www.aps-printers.com/kiosk-industry-thermal-printer/self-checkout-and-retail-kiosk-thermal-printer/): Self-checkout and retail kiosks have become an integral part of the modern shopping experience, offering customers a quick and convenient way to complete their transactions. - [transportation and ticketing kiosks](https://www.aps-printers.com/kiosk-industry-thermal-printer/transportation-and-ticketing-kiosk-thermal-printer/): In the fast-paced world of transportation and event ticketing, kiosks must provide customers with quick, accurate ticket printouts while ensuring reliability and durability. - [Request a quote](https://www.aps-printers.com/request-quote/): The personal data collected in this form is processed by APS in order to respond to your request. It is processed on the basis of your consentement in accordance with the terms of our privacy policy. As APS is an international group, your data may be transferred to our subsidiaries or business partners. - [APS Botevgrad plant – manufacturing in Bulgaria](https://www.aps-printers.com/aps-botevgrad-manufacturing-plant/): For two decades, our Botevgrad facility has been a cornerstone of APS global operations. Since opening in 2004, the site has grown into a leading center for precision engineering, advanced materials processing, and high‑reliability manufacturing. - [Parking and transportation](https://www.aps-printers.com/parking-transportation-thermal-printers/): In the parking and transportation industry, thermal printers play a vital role in ensuring smooth, reliable, and fast transactions. - [Parking ticket printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/parking-transportation-thermal-printers/parking-ticket-thermal-printers/): In parking management systems, parking ticket printers play a crucial role in streamlining operations and ensuring a smooth, efficient experience for drivers.   - [Baggage tag printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/parking-transportation-thermal-printers/baggage-tag-thermal-printer/): In airports and other transportation hubs, baggage tag printing is essential for tracking luggage throughout the journey. Whether at check-in desks or self-service kiosks, thermal printer mechanisms are at the core of every baggage tag printer, ensuring that labels are printed quickly and accurately. - [Taximeter printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/parking-transportation-thermal-printers/taximeter-printer/): Taximeter printers are essential tools for taxi and ride-hailing services, providing customers with clear, durable receipts that detail fare calculations, trip information, and payment summaries. These printers ensure transparency and professionalism, enhancing customer trust while helping drivers maintain organized records. - [Public transportation system printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/parking-transportation-thermal-printers/public-transportation-thermal-printer/): In the public transportation industry, thermal printers are essential for issuing tickets, fare receipts, and passenger passes quickly and accurately, whether through self-service kiosks or at ticket counters. - [Boarding pass printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/parking-transportation-thermal-printers/boarding-pass-thermal-printer/): In airports and other transportation hubs, boarding passes are essential for managing passenger flow and ensuring efficient check-in processes. - [Toll booth printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/parking-transportation-thermal-printers/toll-booth-thermal-printer/): In the transportation industry, toll booths play a vital role in managing traffic flow and collecting tolls from vehicles.   - [Retail](https://www.aps-printers.com/retail-thermal-printer/): In the fast-paced retail industry, thermal printing is essential for delivering quick and accurate receipts, gift slips, and promotional coupons that keep transactions and customer interactions smooth. - [VENDING MACHINE PRINTER](https://www.aps-printers.com/retail-thermal-printer/vending-machine-printer/): Vending machines are a vital part of various industries, offering convenience and self-service options to customers around the clock. A reliable vending machine printer is essential for delivering clear, durable receipts, labels, and transaction summaries that enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. - [POS RECEIPT PRINTER](https://www.aps-printers.com/retail-thermal-printer/pos-receipt-thermal-printer/): In retail and hospitality environments, point-of-sale (POS) receipt printers are essential for delivering fast, accurate, and clear printouts to customers during transactions.   - [Gift receipt printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/retail-thermal-printer/gift-receipt-thermal-printer/): In retail, gift receipts provide customers with flexibility, allowing the recipient of a gift to return or exchange items without revealing the purchase price.   - [Promotional coupon printer](https://www.aps-printers.com/retail-thermal-printer/pos-receipt-thermal-printer-2/): Promotional coupons are a key marketing tool in retail, helping stores engage customers with discounts, special offers, and promotions that drive traffic and sales.   - [Ticket printers](https://www.aps-printers.com/thermal-ticket-printer/): At APS, we have decades of experience in the design and manufacture of thermal ticket printers and mechanisms, specializing in embedded solutions that are custom-engineered for various industries. - [Bespoke printer approach](https://www.aps-printers.com/bespoke-thermal-printers/): At APS, we believe that every project is unique, and so is our approach. With three decades of industry-leading experience, we have mastered the art of turning your vision into reality. - [Label printers](https://www.aps-printers.com/thermal-label-printer/): APS specializes in developing advanced label printing solutions that are engineered to integrate seamlessly into a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. - [Receipt printers](https://www.aps-printers.com/thermal-receipt-printer/): APS brings extensive expertise to the design and manufacture of high-performance receipt printers and mechanisms, with a focus on creating solutions that meet the specific demands of modern businesses. - [Products](https://www.aps-printers.com/products/): Welcome to the APS Product page, where cutting-edge thermal printing technology meets customized innovation. - [Login](https://www.aps-printers.com/login/) - [Register](https://www.aps-printers.com/register/) - [Forgot password](https://www.aps-printers.com/forgot-password/) - [Reset password](https://www.aps-printers.com/reset-password/) - [Products comparison](https://www.aps-printers.com/products-comparison/) ## Produits - [EKP Full Options](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ekp-full-options-kiosk-printer/): Compact OEM Kiosk Thermal Printer with Docking Station, Presenter/Retractor & Bezel - [EKP Basic Module, Presenter/Retractor & Bezel](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ekp-basic-presenter-retractor-bezel/): Compact OEM Kiosk Thermal Printer Basic Module with Presenter/Retractor & Bezel - [EKP Basic Module & Bezel](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ekp-basic-module-bezel-kiosk-printer/): Compact OEM Kiosk Thermal Printer Basic Module with Bezel - [EKP Basic Module](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ekp-basic-module-kiosk-printer/): Compact OEM Kiosk Thermal Printer Basic Module - [EPM203-5-HS](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/epm203-5-hs/): 5V Ultra compact high speed bucket printer for Ø30mm max paper roll diameter. - [EPM203-5-LV](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/epm203-5-lv/): 5V Ultra compact low voltage bucket printer for Ø30mm max paper roll diameter. - [EPM205-30-M0](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/epm205/): 5V Compact bucket printer with built-in driver board for Ø30mm max paper roll diameter. - [EPM205-60-M0](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/epm205-60-m0/): 5V Compact bucket printer with built-in driver board for Ø60mm max paper roll diameter. - [EPM207-5-HS](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/epm207-5-hs/): 5V compact high speed bucket printer for Ø60mm max paper roll diameter. - [EPK205-M0](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/epk205-m0/): 5V Compact bucket printer with built-in driver board for Ø30mm max paper roll diameter. - [LPM2200-LC](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/lpm2200/): 24V Heavy duty printer mechanism modules for high speed labelling. - [HSP2128-EL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/hsp2128-el/): 12V Heavy duty printer with integrated cutter, easyloading version. - [HSP2128-KSL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/hsp2128-ksl/): 12V Heavy duty printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with left black mark detection. - [HSP2128-KSR](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/hsp2128-ksr/): 12V Heavy duty printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with right black mark detection. - [HSP2208-EL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/hsp2208-el/): 24V Heavy duty printer with integrated cutter, easyloading version. - [HSP2208-KSL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/hsp2208-ksl/): 24V Heavy duty printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with left black mark detection. - [HSP2208-KSR](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/hsp2208-ksr/): 24V Heavy duty printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with right black mark detection. - [HSP3128-EL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/hsp3128-el/): 12V Heavy duty printer with integrated cutter, easyloading version. - [HSP3128-KSL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/hsp3128-ksl/): 12V Heavy duty printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with left black mark detection. - [HSP3128-KSR](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/hsp3128-ksr/): 12V Heavy duty printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with right black mark detection. - [HSP3208-EL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/hsp3208-el/): 24V Heavy duty printer with integrated cutter, easyloading version. - [HSP3208-KSL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/hsp3208-ksl/): 24V Heavy duty printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with left black mark detection. - [HSP3208-KSR](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/hsp3208-ksr/): 24V Heavy duty printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with right black mark detection. - [SS205-V5-HS](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ss205-v5-hs/): 5V Super small high speed mechanism. - [SS205-V5-LV](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ss205-v5-lv/): 5V Super small low voltage mechanism. - [ELM205-V10-HS](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/elm205-v10-hs/): 5V Easy loading high speed mechanism. - [ELM205-V10-LV](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/elm205-v10-lv/): 5V Easy loading low voltage mechanism. - [ELM2261-60](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/elm2241-60/): 24V Compact and heavy duty mechanism - [GPR212-M0](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/gpr212-m0/): 12V Compact chart recorder and printer with built-in driver board. - [ELM3071-V10](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/elm3261/): 5V Compact and heavy duty mechanism. - [ELM4071-V10](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/elm4072-v10/): 5V Compact and heavy duty mechanism. - [MKL212](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/mkl212/): 12V Compact and modular heavy duty kiosk printer with built-in driver board and cutter. - [MKL224](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/mkl224/): 24V Compact and modular heavy duty kiosk printer with built-in driver board and cutter. - [MKL312](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/mkl312/): 12V Compact and modular heavy duty kiosk printer with built-in driver board and cutter. - [MKL324](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/mkl324/): 24V Compact and modular heavy duty kiosk printer with built-in driver board and cutter. - [ECP2212-D-M0-EL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ecp2212-d-m0-el/): 12V Compact printer with integrated cutter, easyloading version. - [ECP2212-D-M0-KSL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ecp2212-d-m0-ksl/): 12V Compact printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with right black mark detection. - [ECP2212-D-M0-KSR](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ecp2212-d-m0-ksr/): 12V Compact printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with right black mark detection. - [ECP2224-D-M0-EL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ecp2224-d-m0-el/): 24V Compact printer with integrated cutter, easyloading version. - [ECP2224-D-M0-KSL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ecp2224-d-m0-ksl/): 24V Compact printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with right black mark detection. - [ECP2224-D-M0-KSR](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ecp2224-d-m0-ksr/): 24V Compact printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with right black mark detection. - [ECP3212-D-M0-EL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ecp3212-d-m0-el/): 12V Compact printer with integrated cutter, easyloading version. - [ECP3212-D-M0-KSL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ecp3212-d-m0-ksl/): 12V Compact printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with right black mark detection. - [ECP3212-D-M0-KSR](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ecp3212-d-m0-ksr/): 12V Compact printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with right black mark detection. - [ECP3224-D-M0-EL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ecp3224-d-m0-el/): 24V Compact printer with integrated cutter, easyloading version. - [ECP3224-D-M0-KSL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ecp3224-d-m0-ksl/): 24V Compact printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with right black mark detection. - [ECP3224-D-M0-KSR](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/ecp3224-d-m0-ksr/): 24V Compact printer with integrated cutter, kiosk version with right black mark detection. - [CP205-M0-BL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp205-m0-bl/): 5V Ultra compact printer with back loading. - [CP205-M0-FL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp205-m0-fl/): 5V Ultra compact printer with front loading. - [CP205-M0-GCA-BL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp205-m0-gca-bl/): 5V Ultra compact printer with cutter and back loading. - [CP205-M0-GCA-FL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp205-m0-gca-fl/): 5V Ultra compact printer with cutter and front loading. - [CP212-M0-BL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp212-m0-bl/): 12V Compact printer with back loading. - [CP212-M0-FL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp212-m0-fl/): 12V Compact printer with front loading. - [CP212-M0-GCA-BL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp212-m0-gca-bl/): 12V Compact printer with cutter and back loading. - [CP212-M0-GCA-FL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp212-m0-gca-fl/): 12V Compact printer with cutter and front loading. - [CP290-HRS-BL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp290-hrs-bl/): 24V Compact printer with back loading. - [CP290-HRS-FL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp290-hrs-fl/): 24V Compact printer with front loading. - [CP290-HRS-GCA-BL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp290-hrs-gca-bl/): 24V Compact printer with cutter and back loading. - [CP290-HRS-GCA-FL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp290-hrs-gca-fl/): 24V Compact printer with cutter and front loading. - [CP305-M0-BL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp305-m0-bl/): 5V Compact printer with back loading. - [CP305-M0-FL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp305-m0-fl/): 5V Compact printer with front loading. - [CP305-M0-GCA-BL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp305-m0-gca-bl/): 5V Compact printer with cutter and back loading. - [CP305-M0-GCA-FL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp305-m0-gca-fl/): 5V Compact printer with cutter and front loading. - [CP312-M0-BL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp312-m0-bl/): 12V Compact printer with back loading. - [CP312-M0-FL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp312-m0-fl/): 12V Compact printer with front loading. - [CP312-M0-GCA-BL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp312-m0-gca-bl/): 12V Compact printer with cutter and back loading. - [CP312-M0-GCA-FL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp312-m0-gca-fl/): 12V Compact printer with cutter and front loading. - [CP324-M0-BL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp324-m0-bl/): 24V Compact printer with back loading. - [CP324-M0-FL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp324-m0-fl/): 24V Compact printer with front loading. - [CP324-M0-GCA-BL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp324-m0-gca-bl/): 24V Compact printer with cutter and back loading. - [CP324-M0-GCA-FL](https://www.aps-printers.com/product/cp324-m0-gca-fl/): 24V Compact printer with cutter and front loading. ## Applications - [Hand Held Terminals](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/hand-held-terminals/) - [ID Automation](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/id-automation/) - [Measuring Instruments and Analysers](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/measuring-instruments-and-analysers/) - [Medical Equipment](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/medical-equipment/) - [Taxi Meters](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/taxi-meters/) - [Automotive](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/automotive/) - [Cash Registers](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/cash-registers/) - [EFT POS](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/eft-pos/) - [Fiscal Printers](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/fiscal-printers/) - [Parking](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/parking/) - [Ticketing](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/ticketing/) - [Weighing Scales](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/weighing-scales/) - [ATM](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/atm/) - [Gaming & Lottery](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/gaming-lottery/) - [Gas Pumps & Car Wash](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/gas-pumps-car-wash/) - [Kiosk](https://www.aps-printers.com/applications/kiosk/) ## Product Categories - [Heavy-Duty Label Printers](https://www.aps-printers.com/product-category/heavy-duty-label-printers/) - [Kiosk Printers](https://www.aps-printers.com/product-category/kiosk-printers/) - [Linerless Printers](https://www.aps-printers.com/product-category/linerless-printers/) - [Medical Printers](https://www.aps-printers.com/product-category/medical-printers/) - [Mini-printer Mechanisms](https://www.aps-printers.com/product-category/mini-printer-mechanisms/) - [Panel Printers](https://www.aps-printers.com/product-category/panel-printers/) - [Printers with Controller Board](https://www.aps-printers.com/product-category/printers-with-controller-board/) - [Thermal Printer Mechanisms](https://www.aps-printers.com/product-category/printer-mechanisms/) ## Standards - [Certifications](https://www.aps-printers.com/standards/certifications/) - [ISO 9001:2015](https://www.aps-printers.com/standards/iso-90012015/) - [ISO14001](https://www.aps-printers.com/standards/iso14001/) - [ISO13485:2016 certified - RoHS compliant](https://www.aps-printers.com/standards/iso134852016-certified-rohs-compliant/) APS designs and manufactures OEM thermal printing mechanisms for device integrators. ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016 certified. 25 million printers installed worldwide. Key markets: medical devices, kiosks, fuel dispensers, payment terminals, transportation, automotive.