Sato: The Japanese RFID and Industrial Labeling Pioneer Since 1940

Sato: 80 Years of Innovation in Automatic Identification

Founded in 1940 in Japan, Sato is a global pioneer in automatic identification and data capture (AIDC). The company invented the first handheld barcode system in 1962 and was the first to integrate UHF RFID encoding directly into industrial thermal printers. This expertise is reflected in every product in the current lineup.

CL4NX and CL6NX: The Industrial RFID Flagships

The CL4NX (4-inch) and CL6NX (6-inch) printers are Sato's flagship industrial models. Steel chassis, reinforced mechanisms, intuitive touchscreen interface. These models offer integrated UHF RFID encoding, allowing you to print and encode an RFID tag in a single operation, without additional equipment.

• Steel chassis for 24/7 production
• Integrated UHF RFID encoding (RFID-ready models)
• 4 and 6-inch formats to cover all applications
• Multilingual touchscreen interface for quick configuration

CG408 and CG412: Compact Desktop

The CG line offers compact desktop printers for light to medium volumes. The CG408 (203 dpi) and CG412 (305 dpi) models are perfect for receiving stations, retail shops, and small workshops. Compatible with standard label formats and ARMOR-IIMAK ribbons.

WS2 and WS4: Mobile Printing

The WS2 (2-inch) and WS4 (4-inch) mobile printers are designed for field operators. Lightweight, rugged, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, they print receipt, shipping, or inventory labels right at the point of operation. Long-life battery, certified for outdoor use.

ARMOR-IIMAK Compatibility and Quebec Support

All Sato printers are compatible with our ARMOR-IIMAK ribbons, ensuring consistent print quality and optimal printhead protection. We offer local technical support for the entire Sato range, with parts and consumables in stock at Québec.

Sato is a forward-looking choice for Quebec businesses planning to integrate RFID into their traceability chain. To discover our complete Sato range, visit our Sato brand page. Sato printers work seamlessly with our ARMOR-IIMAK ribbons. For a concrete RFID use case, read our article on mobile RFID in cold storage.