Frequently asked questions

Business

Are volume or carton pricing tiers available?

Yes. Eligible products carry volume / carton price breaks, so full-carton and higher-quantity orders are charged at a lower unit rate. Tiers show on the product page where they apply.

Can I book a repair or breakdown callout for my thermal printer?

Yes. Call +64 9 414 1700 to log the fault and arrange a callout; rates follow our maintenance rate card.

Can I place a standing order or reserve stock for regular label runs?

Yes. Tell us your monthly usage when you request a quote (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote), and we’ll schedule held stock or a standing order for your regular consumables.

Can VIP Shop NZ help configure BarTender or Zebra Designer?

Yes. See the BarTender and Zebra Designer guides on Technical Support (/pages/technical-support), or call +64 9 414 1700 — configuration help is part of the free support included with your purchase.

Can VIP Shop NZ help troubleshoot label print quality issues?

Yes. Our NZ lab runs FINAT and ISO material testing (adhesion, moisture, cold-chain, thermal-print durability), and our technicians can diagnose print-quality issues on printers or consumables bought from us. Call +64 9 414 1700.

Can VIP Shop NZ produce custom label sizes or artwork?

Yes. As an NZ label manufacturer we quote custom sizes, materials and artwork. Send your specifications via a quote request (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) for pricing and production lead time.

Do lead times change for high-volume carton orders?

Bulk quantities on stocked lines usually ship from NZ inventory; very large or custom runs may need production scheduling. Send the volume via a quote request (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) to confirm lead time against current stock.

Do you calibrate Zebra and Honeywell devices?

Yes — Zebra and Honeywell calibration is part of the maintenance service we provide to NZ trade customers.

Do you offer on-site printer installation?

Yes. Our technicians install printers on-site and train your operators.

Do you stock Zebra and Honeywell printers in New Zealand?

Yes — we're NZ's leading reseller of Zebra (/collections/brand-zebra) and Honeywell (/collections/brand-honeywell) thermal printers. Browse in-stock models desktop (/collections/desktop-printers) and tabletop (/collections/tabletop-printers) printer pages.

Does VIP Shop NZ handle preventative maintenance?

Yes — preventative maintenance runs alongside our breakdown and repair service, on-site or return-to-base. Ask us (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) for the current rate card.

Does VIP Shop NZ hold stock locally in New Zealand?

Yes. Stocked lines are held in New Zealand and dispatched domestically from our Albany, Auckland warehouse. Live stock levels show on every product page, and low-stock items carry a Low stock badge with the number remaining.

Does VIP Shop NZ offer free technical support?

Yes. Free New Zealand-based technical support is included with every printer and label purchase, delivered by our own technicians. Call +64 9 414 1700 or email vipshopnz@mcclabel.com.

How can I tell if a label, ribbon or printer is in stock right now?

Every product page shows live stock, and low-stock items carry a Low stock badge with the number remaining. Items marked Enquire for Price (POA) are indent lines held to order — request a quote (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) for price and availability.

How do I get a formal quote with lead time confirmed?

Request a quote (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) with the product, quantity and delivery location. We reply with price, stock position and confirmed lead time.

How do I get the maintenance rate card?

Request it (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote), or call +64 9 414 1700, and we’ll send the current preventative-maintenance and repair rate card.

How fast can urgent freight or nursery-season orders be turned around?

Stocked consumables — thermal labels, ribbons and nursery tags — ship from NZ and are the fastest option. Flag your deadline on your enquiry (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) and we’ll confirm what’s achievable.

How often should thermal printheads be cleaned?

Best practice is to clean the printhead every time you change a roll of media or a ribbon; otherwise frequency depends on print volume and environment. We stock IPA-soaked cleaning cards, wipes, felt-tip pens and swabs (/collections/ipa-wipes) for printhead maintenance.

How quickly do stocked orders ship from VIP Shop NZ?

Stocked lines dispatch domestically from our NZ warehouse. Transit time depends on your delivery address and freight method — ask us (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) for an estimate on a specific order.

Is operator training included with a new printer?

Operator training comes with our on-site installation service. Confirm scope and any site requirements when you place your order or request a quote (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote).

Is technical support available in New Zealand business hours?

Yes — support runs from our Albany, Auckland base during NZ business hours. Call +64 9 414 1700 or email vipshopnz@mcclabel.com.

What does 'Enquire for Price' mean on a VIP Shop NZ product?

Enquire for Price (POA) marks an indent line that isn’t held in standing NZ stock. Request a quote (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) and we’ll confirm price, stock position and lead time for that SKU.

What is the lead time on indent or 'Enquire for Price' items?

Indent lead time is confirmed per enquiry — it depends on the brand, SKU and supplier schedule. Send the SKU when you request a quote (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) and we’ll confirm lead time with your price.

Where can I find printer and software setup guides?

Printer setup, software (BarTender and Zebra Designer) and maintenance guides are on our Technical Support (/pages/technical-support) page.

Who provides calibration for Zebra and Honeywell printers?

Our own technicians calibrate Zebra and Honeywell devices, as part of the maintenance and repair services we run alongside supplying those brands.

Policy

Are prices shown with GST?

Prices GST-exclusive. GST is added at checkout.

Can I get Saturday delivery?

Saturday delivery can be arranged case-by-case. Ask us (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) before ordering so we can quote and book the freight.

Can I return custom-printed or indent-ordered labels?

Any return needs an RMA issued after we confirm eligibility. Send your order details to +64 9 414 1700 or vipshopnz@mcclabel.com and we’ll advise whether the item qualifies.

Do the returns terms affect my Consumer Guarantees Act rights?

No. Your rights under the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act are unaffected by this returns policy.

Do you ship internationally?

We ship within New Zealand. Ask us (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) about international shipping.

How are refunds issued?

Once we receive and inspect the goods, we issue a replacement or a credit note for the returned items.

How are very heavy freight orders handled?

Orders above our standard carton freight weights are quoted manually rather than rated online — the cart flags this automatically and we send a freight quote before dispatch. Request a quote (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) for palletised or very large orders.

How do I return a product?

There’s no self-serve online returns. Contact us first to validate eligibility — call +64 9 414 1700 or email vipshopnz@mcclabel.com — and we’ll issue an RMA number to include with your return.

How is freight calculated?

Freight is charged by product type and weight — rolls are rated separately from boxes and cartons — and calculated automatically at checkout for standard orders.

Is rural delivery available?

Yes, case-by-case. Send us your delivery address when you request a quote (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) and we’ll confirm the rural freight arrangement and cost.

Is there a restocking fee?

Yes — a restocking fee of $70 + GST applies to change-of-mind or incorrect-order returns.

What is the VIP Shop NZ return window?

Returns are accepted within 1 month of receipt.

Where does VIP Shop NZ ship to?

Within New Zealand, dispatched from our Albany, Auckland base.

Products

Are the Mainfreight courier labels compatible with my thermal printer?

Our Direct Thermal Mainfreight 101x149mm labels (/collections/courier-labels) come in several roll formats — 19mm-core rolls (57 and 60mm OD), a 25mm-core 500/roll, and a 76mm-core 1000/roll. Match the core ID and OD to your printer’s media compartment; any printer that accepts 101mm-wide DT media at that OD will run them.

Can I use a Thermal Transfer label on a Direct Thermal printer?

No — a DT printer carries no ribbon, so it can’t image TT stock. Match DT labels to DT printers, and TT labels (with a suitable ribbon) to TT printers. Ask us (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) if you’re unsure.

Do direct thermal printers need a ribbon?

No. Direct Thermal (DT) printers print without a ribbon. Only Thermal Transfer (TT) printers use a ribbon.

Do you carry Zebra thermal printers?

Yes — Zebra (/collections/brand-zebra) is a core stocked brand, from ZD-series desktop printers to ZT-series tabletop units, with matching Zebra wax ribbons (/collections/thermal-ribbons) (e.g. Zebra 2000 and 5319).

Do you stock Epson products?

We stock Epson ColorWorks ink cartridges (/collections/thermal-ribbons) (black, cyan, magenta and yellow). For a specific Epson SKU, ask us (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote).

Do you stock Honeywell printers?

Yes. The Honeywell (/collections/brand-honeywell) range spans the PC42E, PC43, PC45, PD45 and PM45 desktop and industrial families, plus PX45, PX65 and PX940 industrial models, in 203 and 300 dpi DT and TT/DT builds.

Do you stock rewinders, unwinders and applicators?

Yes. Our rewinder and applicator (/collections/rewinders-applicators) range covers Labelmate rewinders (MC-10A, MC-11), Datacol dispensers, rewinders and unwinders (LD-100, LD-200, CAT-3, U-CAT-1, U-CAT-3) and Towa hand applicators (APN-30/60/100, APF-30/60/100 and APN10-30).

How do I confirm a printer-consumable match before ordering?

Check the Specifications table on the product page for media width, core ID, maximum OD and (for TT) ribbon width and length. If anything’s unclear, ask us (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) and we’ll confirm the match before you order.

How do I know if a label roll fits my printer?

A roll fits when its media width is within the printer’s maximum, and the core inner diameter (ID) and maximum outer diameter (OD) suit the media compartment. Check the Specifications table on both product pages, or ask us (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) to confirm.

How wide should my ribbon be relative to the label?

The ribbon should be at least as wide as the label — ideally slightly wider (e.g. a 110mm ribbon for a 101mm label) to protect the printhead — and must match the printer’s ribbon core and length.

What size A4 laser label sheet do I need?

Choose the UP count and label size that matches your artwork. Our A4 laser sheets (/collections/laser-sheets) run from borderless 1UP up to 33UP (e.g. 4UP 105x148.5mm, 8UP 105x74.3mm, 33UP 70x27mm) and bordered 1UP up to 65UP (e.g. 24UP 64x33.8mm, 65UP 38.1x21.1mm). Match the label footprint to your template.

Which nursery tags are compatible with a thermal transfer printer?

Our nursery range is Thermal Transfer — NurseryDig 51x133mm 2-across tag, Nursery01 51x24mm 2-across label, NurseryLoop 34x203mm 3-across tag and NurseryLabel 90x35mm 1-across — so you’ll need a TT printer with a suitable ribbon. Ask us (https://vipshopnz.mcclabel.com/pages/quote) to confirm the pairing.