A KDS Hardware Partner for Connected Kitchen Workflows
As a KDS hardware partner, Star Micronics helps extend order information beyond the screen with receipt printers, label printers, and cloud printing tools that support prep, expo, fulfillment, and off-premise workflows. Our solutions help KDS platforms build more connected, flexible kitchen operations.
Why KDS Platforms Choose Star as a Hardware Partner
KDS providers rely on Star Micronics to extend digital kitchen workflows into the physical operation. As a KDS hardware partner, Star supports prep, expo, labeling, fulfillment, and off-premise workflows with reliable printers, flexible connectivity, and integration tools designed for modern restaurant environments.
KDS Printing Solutions for Prep, Expo & Fulfillment
mC-Label2 & mC-Label3 Label Printers
Extend KDS workflows into prep, labeling, and fulfillment with flexible printing options for food identification, modifiers, order details, and packaging. The compact mC-Label2 and wider-format mC-Label3 support linerless and die-cut labels, cloud printing, and modern connectivity for a range of restaurant environments.
TSP143IV SK X4 Repositionable Label Printer
Put order information directly on cups, containers, and takeout bags with repositionable linerless labels that can be removed and reapplied without leaving residue. The TSP143IV SK X4 supports USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and CloudPRNT Next for flexible restaurant deployments.
SP742 Impact Kitchen Printer
Give kitchens a dependable printed ticket option for prep stations, high-heat environments, and KDS workflows. The SP742 is built for demanding kitchens with splash-resistant construction, two-color printing, and connectivity options including Ethernet, Bluetooth, and CloudPRNT.
mC-Print3 Thermal Receipt Printer
Add fast thermal printing to expo, fulfillment, and other kitchen workflows where speed and compact hardware matter. The mC-Print3 prints up to 400 mm/sec, supports CloudPRNT Next, and features an IP22-rated design built to resist splashes, dust, and insects in demanding restaurant environments.
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Build with Star – Developer Tools for KDS Integration
Integrating Star hardware into your kitchen display system? Our integrations team can help. Submit your information and request a free demo device to start building with Star kitchen printers, label printers, SDKs, cloud services, and developer support.
Extend KDS Workflows Beyond the Screen
Support prep, expo, handoff, and fulfillment with POS hardware that carries order information wherever kitchen teams need it.
- Kitchen printers for prep stations, expo, and backup ticket workflows
- Label printers for KDS workflows that put modifiers, item details, and order information directly on food and packaging
- Thermal and impact printing options for different kitchen environments, station requirements, and service models
Connect KDS Platforms with Labels, Cloud Printing & Developer Tools
Give KDS platforms more ways to connect digital orders with the physical kitchen while supporting scalable restaurant deployments.
- Cloud printing for KDS systems and multi-location restaurant operations
- StarXpand SDK and developer resources for custom KDS integrations
- Linerless and die-cut labeling for order accuracy, prep, and off-premise fulfillment
- Flexible USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity for modern kitchen workflows

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