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Compatible Scanners and Pin Pads for ExpressPoint

Our scanners and pin pads are fully compatible with ExpressPoint POS Software.

SNA ANC 2026 Opens Registration for School Nutrition Professionals

SNA ANC 2026 taking place in July in Charlotte, North Carolina.

What Is the School Nutrition Association? Everything You Need to Know

Find out what the School Nutrition Association (SNA) is and how you can join.

From Old POS Systems to Modern Checkouts: The Untold Story of Retail Technology

The history of POS systems from 1879 to modern times.

The Untold Story of PIN Pad Evolution: From Cash to Secure Payments

How pin pads evolved from simple keypads to sophisticated security tools.

Who Invented The Barcode Scanner? The Real Story Behind the 1974 Beep That Changed Retail

Who Invented Barcode Scanner? The Real Story.

School Lunches Around the World: Why Plant-Based Meals Are Taking Over

Why plant-based meals are becoming the future of public school lunches worldwide.

The 15 Best College Cafeterias in America for 2026

The 15 Best College Cafeterias in the US based on food variety and real-life student reviews.

Tech Support

Find out to get tech support for your school cafeteria pin pads and scanners.

Cafeteria POS Systems Tested: Save 40% on Operating Costs (2026 Guide)

How the right cafeteria POS solution leads to greater savings for schools and districts,

Pin Pads for LunchTime’s School Lunch Software

by Fred | Jun 13, 2024 | FAQ

AlphaTechs USA’s keypads are compatible with LunchTime’s School Lunch Software.

RFID vs Barcodes: A Comparative Analysis

by Fred | Jun 7, 2024 | Tips

Both RFID and barcodes are effective, with their strengths and weaknesses.

Magnetic Mounts For Pin Pads

by Fred | May 29, 2024 | Products

AlphaTechs USA is excited to introduce 2 magnetic mounting kits featuring double or single magnets.

Complementary Anti-Shock Covers

by Fred | May 15, 2024 | Products

AlphaTechs USA offers complementary anti-shock covers with every pin pad order.

Alphatechs USA at SNA’s ANC 2024 in Boston

by Fred | May 9, 2024 | News

Alphatechs USA will be presenting its pin pads at SNA 2024 in Boston.

The Difference Between Private Label and Custom Pin Pads

by Fred | Apr 29, 2024 | FAQ

AlphaTechsUSA offers 2 customization options: private label and custom keypads.

Top 5 Advantages of RFID Technology In Schools

by Fred | Apr 24, 2024 | Tips

Here are the top 5 benefits of RFID technology in schools.

The Benefits of Using QR Codes In Education

by Fred | Apr 11, 2024 | Tips

QR codes offer a more engaging and efficient experience at school.

Compatible School Cafeteria POS Software

by Fred | Mar 26, 2024 | FAQ

A frequent question we get from schools is whether our pin pad are compatible.

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