Supply Issues Zebra Technologies Laser Wristbands FSL488 (ICN 2447)

• The supply issue with Laser Wristbands from Zebra Technologies is continuing.
• Two product codes are now available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FSL467 – Bracelet patient identification printable Adult laser printed wristband red (4 1/4 x 11 sheet size protective wristband laminate can be handwritten if necessary adhesive closure integrated bariatric extender and tamper evidence)
  • FSL474 – Bracelet patient identification printable Adult laser printed wristband white (4 1/4 x 11 sheet size protective wristband laminate can be handwritten if necessary adhesive closure integrated bariatric extender and tamper evidence).
• One further product code is now suspended and unavailable to order:
  • FSL488 – Bracelet patient identification printable Adult/baby laser printed labels white a4 size 32 (68mm x 23mm) labels ample space for patient info can be handwritten if necessary.
• One previously affected product code which was removed from suspension on the last update is now suspended and unavailable to order:
  • FSL475 – Bracelet patient identification printable Adult laser printed wristband white with 20 chart labels on same sheet (a4 size protective wristband laminate can be handwritten if necessary has adhesive closure with integrated bariatric extender and tamper evidence).
• Two product codes are now affected in total.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue for some of the affected products. However, some of these products may also become subject to intermittent supply with the increase in demand.
• Please note there are no identified alternatives for FSL488.
• Customers are advised to search our online catalogue for products they deem suitable.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• Please note, customers may need to alter their printer settings to match the correct template on the sheet with some of the alternatives offered. The supplier has offered to support this if required.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 8 July 2024.

• The supply issue with Laser Wristbands from Zebra Technologies is continuing.
• One product code is now available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FSL475 – Laser wristband.
• Two further product codes are currently available, but once the current stock is depleted the product will be unavailable to order until new stock arrives:
  • FSL467 – Laser wristband
  • FSL474 – Laser wristband.
• Two product codes are now affected in total.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue for the affected products. However, some of these products may also become subject to intermittent supply with the increase in demand.
• Please note, customers may need to alter their printer settings to match the correct template on the sheet with some of the alternatives offered. The supplier has offered to support this if required.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 24 June 2024.

• The supply issue with Laser Wristbands from Zebra Technologies has improved.
• One product code is now available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FSL474 – Bracelet patient identification printable.
• One product code remains suspended and unavailable to order:
  • FSL475 – Bracelet patient identification printable.
• One product code is now affected in total.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue for the affected products. However, some of these products may also become subject to intermittent supply with the increase in demand.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternatives.
• We will continue to review the stock to minimise further disruption and will update this ICN as soon as we have further information.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 19 April 2024.

Change:

• The supplier Zebra Technologies has informed us of a supply issue with some of their laser wristband products.
• The two product codes affected are:
  • FSL474 – Bracelet patient identification printable
  • FSL475 – Bracelet patient identification printable.
• The supply issue is due to reduced manufacturing capabilities.

 Impact:          

• The manufacturer has expanded the manufacturing site and encountered unexpected machinery issues which have caused unforeseen downtime.
• The affected codes are currently unavailable to order.
• There are potential indirect alternatives for some of the products. These products are available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FSL486 – Bracelet patient identification printable
  • FSL85017 – Bracelet patient identification printable.
• However, some of these products may also be subject to intermittent supply.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• Customers may need to alter their printer settings to match the correct template from on the sheet. The supplier has offered to support this.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 29 March 2024.

 Next Steps:               

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The main alternative FSL486 is a paediatric version of the two codes with supply issues. They come with an extender alongside the paediatric wristband which can be added to make these suitable for adults.
• The continuing supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier and we will continue to review the stock situation to minimise further disruption and update this ICN with the latest information as it becomes available.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.