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How to Choose Barcode Scanners for Schools: A Cafeteria Manager’s Guide

Find out how to choose barcode scanners for your school cafeteria.

How Smart School Cafeteria Technology Cuts Costs by 40%

Find out how smart school cafeteria technology cuts costs by 40%.

What Is a PIN Pad? A Simple Guide to Modern Security Systems

A PIN pad encrypts and accepts your personal identification number when you use debit, credit or student ID cards.

How to Clean Pin Pads Safely: A Step-by-Step Guide for School Cafeterias

Step-by-step process to clean your school lunch pin pads safely.

15 Must-Attend Food Service Trade Shows for School Cafeterias in 2026

Food service industry trade shows are a great way for school cafeteria professionals to remain competitive.

Why School Lunch Periods Need A Complete Overhaul

Find out why school lunch periods need a complete overhaul.

Why School Cafeteria Food Is Better Than You Think [2026 Standards]

School lunch programs now provide well-balanced meals for many children.

CCD Barcode School Lunch Scanner

Find out what a CCD school lunch scanner is.

Features and Benefits of School Cafeteria POS Systems

Features and benefits of school lunch POS systems.

Top 6 Benefits of Orbital Scanners for School Cafeterias

Here are 6 benefits of using orbital scanners in school cafeterias.

Top 9 Tips To Make School Cafeteria Lunch Lines Go Faster

by Fred | Feb 20, 2024 | Tips

Find out how to improve efficiency in school cafeteria lunch lines.

Alphatechs USA at SNA’s ANC 2023 in Denver

by Fred | Feb 6, 2024 | News

Alphatechs USA was presenting its keypads at SNA 2023 in Denver.

Introducing Our New Innovative Cafeteria Keypad With QR Scanner

by Fred | Jan 24, 2024 | Products

Alphatechs USA is proud to present AlphaScan QR, a game changing keypad with QR scanner.

9 Essential Elementary School Cafeteria Management Tips

by Fred | Jan 4, 2024 | Tips

Essential school cafeteria management tips: creating order and promoting healthy habits.

Monitoring School Cafeteria Activity While Keeping the Line Moving

by Fred | Dec 28, 2023 | Tips

How to monitor school cafeteria activity while keeping the line moving with keypads for fast & easy check out.

Pin Pad Connectivity

by Fred | Dec 26, 2023 | Products

Alphatechs USA’s pin pads come with 2 connectivity options to a PC, via USB cable or Bluetooth.

New School Cafeteria Pin Pad Stands

by Fred | Dec 22, 2023 | Products

Alphatechs USA is excited to introduce its new line of school cafeteria pin pad stands.

School Cafeteria Keypad Models

by Fred | Dec 6, 2023 | Products

AlphaTechs USA’s cafeteria keypads are currently available in 2 models, the original pin pads where students type their ID and scan pads with barcode readers which quickly scan their ID.

Difference between Basic School Lunch Pin Pads and Cafeteria Keypads with Scanners

by Fred | Nov 27, 2023 | FAQ

A frequently asked question is what’s the difference between school lunch pin pads and our cafeteria keypads with scanners.

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