Shield Series
Robust & Digital Retail Labels
Models of Shield Digital Retail Price Tags
Shield Series models
Rugged, sealed against dust and moisture, with freezer-grade models down to -25 C. Seven models from 1.54″ to 3.7″. Pick a model for dimensions and a datasheet.
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Features of Shield Retail Electronic Shelf Labels
Shield Retail Electronic Shelf Labels are designed with a focus on durability to withstand the demanding conditions of a retail environment. These electronic shelf labels are encased in a protective shield that guards against dust, moisture, and the wear and tear that comes from frequent handling by customers and staff. This robust construction ensures that the labels remain functional and legible for a longer period, reducing the need for frequent replacements and maintenance.
Energy efficiency is a key consideration in the design of the Shield Electronic Retail Price Tags. By employing e-ink display technology, these retail shelf tags consume power only when updating information, significantly extending the battery life.
What Makes Shield Retail Electronic Shelf Labels Different from Other Retail ESLs?
Built for Freezers and Cold Chain, Not Just the Sales Floor
Most electronic shelf labels are rated for a standard 0–40°C sales floor. The Shield Series adds two dedicated freezer-rated models — ZK21SF and ZK26SF — built to run continuously down to -25°C, so the same label platform that prices your dry-goods aisle also works in the walk-in freezer and cooler doors without a separate hardware line or vendor. The other five models in the series share the same sealed, impact-resistant housing for high-traffic areas: dairy cases, produce misting zones, and loading-dock-adjacent shelving where a standard ESL casing degrades faster.
Seven Sizes, One Rugged Housing
Shield spans 1.54″ to 3.7″ across seven models, all on dot-matrix BWRY/BWR/BW e-paper, so a single durable form factor covers everything from small shelf tags to end-cap signage — no mixing a rugged line with a separate standard line for the rest of the store.
Advanced Connectivity
Like every ZKONG ESL on our platform, Shield labels connect wirelessly to a store’s central management system for real-time price, promotion, and stock updates — the same cloud dashboard used across our full lineup, so adding cold-chain locations doesn’t mean learning a second system.
Energy-Efficient Operation
E-ink displays only draw power when updating, which matters even more in a freezer environment where battery replacement means a labor trip into a walk-in cooler. Extended battery life keeps that maintenance visit rare.
Usage Scenario of Shield Retail Store Shelf Labels
In a bustling supermarket where products are frequently handled and environmental conditions vary, Shield Retail Store Shelf Labels offer the durability and robustness needed to withstand such challenges, ensuring that product information remains clear and accessible. Their advanced connectivity also allows for real-time pricing updates, crucial for promotional events or when adjusting prices to match competitors, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
