This guide lists the printers, devices, and software required to run iCat effectively in the field and warehouse.
1. Pack-Out Label Printing (Barcodes / QR Labels)
Used to print Pack-Out Barcodes and Emergency Barcodes at the job intake stage.
Requirements
Laser printer (recommended for the cleanest barcode scans)
Inkjet acceptable on High Quality mode
Avery 8160 label sheets (standard 30-per-sheet)
What it’s used for
Printing pack-out labels for all boxes and large single items
Printing emergency barcode sheets kept in field vehicles
2. Pack-Back Label Printing (Warehouse – Cleaned Contents)
Used during cleaning, packaging, and returning contents to the homeowner.
Recommended Printer
Brother QL-810W (Wi-Fi)
or any Brother QL Series Wi-Fi printer with automatic cutting
Required Supplies
DK-2205 continuous label roll
(narrower roll helps reduce label costs)
Setup Summary
Connect printer to a computer for initial Wi-Fi setup
Install Brother P-Touch Editor to set label size 62 x31.8mm
Load DK-2205 roll
After setup, disconnect from computer
Place printer in a stable Wi-Fi area of your packaging/warehouse zone
3. Mobile Scanning (Built Into the App)
No external scanners are required.
The iCat Contractor App includes:
Built-in barcode/QR scanner
Built-in room sync tools
Built-in transfer and warehouse scanning workflows
This eliminates the need for handheld scanners.
4. Mobile Devices (iOS)
iCat field and warehouse operations require iOS devices.
Recommended
Latest entry-level iPhone from Apple
Supported
Any iPhone running iOS 13 or higher
Refurbished devices are acceptable
iPad supported (but not preferred for scanning workflows)
Connectivity
Wi-Fi works for most operations
Cellular is optional but helpful
Devices can operate offline and sync when reconnected
Install the App
Search on the App Store for:
“iCat Inventory – Contractor Edition”
5. Optional: AirPrint Printer
Used to print vault reports that show:
Which contents were placed into a vault/pallet
Their statuses
Summary of everything stored in that location
Helpful but not required for most daily operations.
6. Required Software (Office / Admin Use)
Google Chrome
Recommended browser for all iCat web features
Ensures proper barcode PDF generation
Adobe Reader
Must be set as the default PDF viewer
Required for printing Pack-Out barcodes correctly
Install the Adobe Reader Chrome Extension
Please ensure you make Adobe Reader your default PDF Viewer in Google Chrome. This is required to print pack-out barcodes.
