Labelers for low vision or blind users are handheld labeling devices which incorporate braille, tactile, or voice capabilities to create different kinds of labels to help identify and organize personalized household or work items for low vision users.
What are Labelers and Label Makers?
Because they are utilized for a wide variety of applications, labelers and label makers are available in an assortment of designs. Used for both personal and business requirements, labelers create different kinds of labels to keep items organized and properly identified. Label makers may be configured as a machine that makes certain kinds of adhesive labels to attach to items, and they can also be types of pens that create permanent 3D or tactile shapes, lines or dots directly on the item.
Labelers for blind and low vision users often incorporate braille capabilities, creating labels written in braille for easier identification. Another great option for sight-impaired users is a voice labeler. These specialized labelers create audio labels that speak out to identify the attached item.
How to Choose the Best Labeler
Choosing the best labeler is dependent upon the unique requirements and purposes of the user, and the labeling tasks that need to be completed. It is important to note that not all labelers and label makers may be up to the tasks they are needed for, so it is crucial to check out their various features to ensure compatibility with the labeling projects you require. Rehabmart is pleased to offer a good selection of superior quality labelers, especially, but not exclusively, intended for low vision or blind users from our esteemed vendors, MaxiAids and LSS.
Here are some specific labeler highlights and features to look for:
3D/Tactile Pens—Tactile and 3D pens are utilized for a number of varied purposes that include graphics and line art, maps and pictures, highlighting, and labeling clothing, laundry and other possessions. These specialized labeling pens allow users to create shapes, dots and lines that rise up above the surface, drying like plastic, and are generally available in white, black or orange colors. Tactile labeling pens are especially helpful for low vision and blind users.
Braille Labelers—As a small and portable device that fits in the palm of the hand, our braille labeler prints out labels written in braille to help blind and low-vision users locate items around the house or office more easily, and to maintain organization. The tactile dial includes braille and print alphabet characters, contractions, punctuation, and numbers, and the label tapes are easy to load.
Voice Labeler—Now your labels can “talk” to you; when you make them with a voice labeler and reader. Especially handy for low-vision or blind users, audio labelers provide capabilities to record and create voiced labels that can be attached to any item, along with reading the voiced label out loud when scanned. This helps sight-impaired users to find, identify and organize their belongings, and ensure they know what they are handling. Highlights include small size and easy portability, simple two-button operation, adjustable volume built-in speaker, headphone jack for increased privacy, and the recording storage space to label hundreds of items.
Laminate Labeler/P-Touch—With capabilities to be utilized as both a computer-connected labeling system and a stand-alone system, the innovative P-Touch electronic labeling system offers the utmost in labeling versatility. Lightweight and portable, the P-Touch device prints laminated labels cut to exact specifications and can be used for a wide range of applications, including mailing labels, bar code labels, filing labels, and just about any other kind of needed label. Other features include a large, back-lit LCD screen that enables a clear view of the label being created, along with a specially designed keyboard with angled, raised keys for easier typing.
Rehabmart is pleased to offer a selection of Labelers from quality vendors as MaxiAids and LSS.
Hulet Smith, OT
Rehabmart Co-Founder & CEO
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