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If you're printing bar
codes, you need to be 100% sure that they will scan correctly. Companies
can face thousands of dollars in fines for having non-compliant bar codes
on their shipments.
Don't open yourself up to failed reads, incorrect package marking and
severe penalties from major retailers or manufacturers.
If you are spending thousands of dollars on an AIDC system with labeling,
mobile computing, data collection and inventory control, take the extra
steps to ensure that the bar codes for that system are readable. Protect
yourself with a quality bar code verifier from BarCode ID Systems today.
Good bar code
Bad bar code
How can you tell the
difference? Only by verifying!
The SV Series of scanner/verifiers
by RJS provides both fixed position scanning and high-speed on-line ANSI
method verification of linear bar codes. This unique instrument can be
used for many types of bar code scanning and/or verifying applications.
The SV Series ensures that bar code print quality is at an acceptable
level. It checks to make sure the print mechanism has not failed or gone
out of adjustment during operation. It even makes sure that the correct
data is encoded and that the encoded data is in the proper format.
The SV-Series of Scanner/Verifiers are
ON-LINE Verifiers The SV Series analyzes and reports virtually
every verification parameter known. ANSI and Traditional print quality
parameters are transmitted along with decoded data. The reported symbol
quality parameters ensure the print method or complete bar code process
is optimized. This is important for ISO corrective action procedures,
label manufacturing and printing, tracking systems, ink jet applications
and more.
The SV-Series of Scanner/Verifiers are FIXED-POSITION
SCANNERS The SV Series can operate as a fixed position
scanner. But, since it also provides diagnostic bar code quality information,
it can reduce system downtime and save material costs. It does this by
isolating the source of the problem. Once the source of the problem is
found, it can be corrected before non-readable bar codes are printed and
material is wasted.
The diagnostic capability is also useful when installing the scanner
or after a conveyor or printer maintenance cycle. The available print
quality information gives an indication of first time read rates, optimal
scanner alignment, optimal conveyor speed and optimal printer settings
and adjustments. In short, everything that is needed to ensure proper
set-up of a system.
Quadrus
Verifier— Factory Floor Ready Data Matrix Verifier! Quadrus® Verifier is a fully integrated Data Matrix verifier
ready for factory floor use. The Quadrus Verifier is a precision instrument
that analyzes, measures and reports the quality of a symbol against the
quality criteria in established standards.
Implementing a verification procedure into the production process is
critical for real-time results of symbol marking. A faulty marking system
will be detected early and reduce the number of rejected parts. In addition,
by eliminating inferior Data Matrix symbols and ensuring consistent readability,
manufacturers will increase productivity, improve operator satisfaction,
and avoid unnecessary costs due to returned products and remarking.
Features: Factory Floor Ready
Quadrus Verifier is the first Data Matrix verifier designed specifically
for use in a factory environment. Unlike most verifiers that are mounted
on stands designed for the lab, the compact, lightweight design of the
Quadrus Verifier provides easy integration into manufacturing processes.
The self-contained, factory-calibrated system offers flexible mounting
and allows the Quadrus Verifier to be adapted to any application quickly
and easily.
Fully Calibrated System
Quadrus Verifier provides the user with a ready-to-use system. Simply
center a symbol in the field of view, trigger, and receive a symbol
verification report. There is no need to focus the optics or set the
light angles, as these are calibrated and set at the factory. The fixed
optics and pre-set illumination angles ensure the Quadrus Verifier provides
consistent, reliable, and accurate results every time.
Illumination Chamber
The fully enclosed illumination chamber is specifically engineered to
block out ambient light and provide the controlled environment required
for accurate, repeatable verification.
ESP® Easy Setup Program
ESP offers complete symbol verification reports. The report shows the
graded results for all individual parameters, as well as the image,
decoded data, and time stamp. ESP also allows the user to input operator
name and company name. Reports can be saved in these digital formats:
.PDF, .HTML, .CVS (Spreadsheet), and .RTF.
Verification
Test Parameters
Quadrus Verifier is designed to evaluate and measure the quality of symbols
based several individual test parameters. The test parameters have been
established by organizations and industries to ensure reliability and
consistency of symbols. Standards, such as ISO/IEC 15415, AS9132, and
AIM DPM specify uniform symbol quality and technical requirements, as
well as methods for measuring and grading symbol characteristics in order
to indicate the overall quality.
ISO/IEC 15426-2 Certified
ISO/IEC 15426-2 is a standard that certifies verification products to
ensure results are consistent and repeatable from verifier to verifier.
With the achievement of this conformance certification, Quadrus Verifier
can be relied upon to provide accurate measurements and grades.
Are you a supplier to the DoD who needs to comply with MIL-STD-130M?
Click here for information on Data Matrix reading solutions for MIL-STD-130M.
Symbologies:
Quadrus Verifier is specifically engineered to verify 2D Data Matrix codes.
For NIST traceable ANSI method and/or laser point-and-shoot type operation,
the Inspector Model D4000 adapts to practically any linear bar code verification
application requiring a portable unit.
The
D4000 offers the ease of point-and-shoot traditional verification with
the laser optic and the most flexible ANSI method verifier with the patented
Auto-Optic. Choose the laser optic, the Auto-Optic or both. Whichever
method is best for you, the D4000 provides flexibility. Use the laser
optic for cylindrical products, easily wrinkled or scratched surfaces
and wet ink. Use the Auto-Optic for exacting ANSI method verification.
This patented device gives the user a choice of two light sources and
four apertures through its easy to use front panel. You can meet practically
any application with the D4000 from RJS.
ANSI Mode Operation
A D4000 incorporating an Auto-Optic scanner is the industry’s most
flexible ANSI method verifier. Eight optical arrangements are possible
via menu selections for four aperture sizes and two wavelengths of light.
The optical geometry meets all requirements of the ANSI X3.182 Bar Code
Quality Guideline.
The Auto-Optic scanner is designed and manufactured by RJS for the sole
purpose of performing ANSI method bar code quality analysis. Repeatability
between units is outstanding, making the D4000 an ideal choice as a standardized
company-wide ANSI method verifier.
Laser Mode Operation
A D4000 incorporating a laser scanner is an extremely easy to use point-and-shoot
verifier. It requires virtually no user training and analyzes most of
the essential traditional verification parameters. It also provides the
ANSI method Decodability calculation and percent of decode information.
Popular applications include verification on materials requiring special
considerations such as shiny, curved or uneven surfaces and wet ink.
Laser point-and shoot method of verification of linear bar codes. This
method is best suited for analyzing bar codes wet, irregular and/or flexible
surfaces in applicaitons that require a high first time read rate.
Provides the full benefits of laser scanning
Non-contact laser scanner
Simple point and shoot operation, no training required
Per cent of decode mode
Database and data match modes
Analyzes ratio, encodation, mod check, bar width deviation, quiet
zone and ANSI Method Decodability grade calculation
Automatically discriminates between all popular symbologies
The Quick Check® 600 Series is used for testing traditional and full
ISO/IEC parameters. These models perform quick pass/fail tests or use
more powerful measuring tools for highly details analysis. Test results
are provided through a 4 line by 20 character LCD, light emitting diodes,
and audible tones. The unit is also RS-232 compatible and works with the
QCVIEWER II-6/8 Windows®-based verification software package.
The QC600/800 Series Bar
Code Verifier offers the convenience of simple aim-and-shoot verification
through the use of a QC3800V, a customized, IT3800 hand held imager. Quickly
perform pass/fail testing of dimensional and format quality parameters like
average bar deviation, wide-to-narrow ratios, encodation, and ISO/IEC decodability.
Also, full traditional and ISO/IEC dimensional, reflectance, and format
tests can be performed using optional mouse and pen style wands.
Four Good
Reasons to Verify Bar Codes Bar code verification is the most certain way
to assure that you are printing good codes. Bar codes are enterprise critical,
where highly automated systems require bar codes that are readable—readable
every time.
Improve Quality • Ensure maximum reliability in the interface between bar
code printing and scanning technologies
• Meet ISO 9000 requirements
Increase Productivity
• Achieve high first-time read rates
• Minimize the probability of operator injury due to repetitive
motion
Avoid Unnecessary Costs of Goods
• Enable less-skilled labor costs and reduce the possiblity of
extra labor costs for remarking
• Minimize costs of returned products, such as repackaging and
shipping
• Avoid compliance penalties and production line shutdowns
Achieve more accurate MIS information
for more informed decisions
• Improve the quality of the entire AIDC system which is compromised
by faulty scanning
In real-life label production runs with thermal-type printers, bar code
image quality can be degraded by conditions that are external to the printer
mechanism. Among these:
A wrinkled ribbon
Label media defects
Burned printhead pixels
Misaligned media
Improperly adjusted heat, speed, or pressure
Any thermal printer—even the highest quality models—can
print degraded bar codes.
No thermal printer is immune!
Add bar code verification to your printing lines. Call BarCode
ID Systems today for guidance on this critical component of finished
goods manufacturing
What industries
need verification?
Every industry that has a high cost associated with printing bad bar codes
should have a verification system in place to avoid substantial repercussions
for printing bad codes:
Suppliers to major retail chains need to avoid getting fined for non-readable
bar codes
Businesses printing bar codes directly onto corrugated materials need
to ensure readability of the code against low contrast
Printing companies providing bar codes printed on press and imprint
houses providing bar codes printed on printers can avoid costly re-work
of jobs by implementing a verification system
Medical and pharmaceutical suppliers need to ensure properly marked
product to avoid dispensation of incorrect materials
Chemical companies need to ensure properly marked product to avoid
costly fines and law suits
Suppliers to the automotive industry need to ensure labels meet AIAG
or OEM specifications
Suppliers to the USPS should check the quality of their linear codes
to meet the Postal specifications
Anyone running a highly automated warehouse that uses scanners to
route packages can avoid bottlenecks and stops by putting a verification
system in place
How is a bar code verifier different
from a bar code scanner?
A bar code verifier is similar to a bar code scanner (or
bar code reader) in that it will scan a bar code, then decode and report
the encoded data. BUT, a verifier
is NOT the same as a scanner!
A bar code verifier has the additional capability of analyzing the bar
code’s print quality and encoded data formats per published industry
specifications. Adherence to industry specifications ensures the highest
probability a bar code will scan properly in the intended application.
A scanner is typically a mass-produced item that provides machine recognition
of the data encoded in a bar code symbol. Using a scanner to read a bar
code only assures that the scanned bar code has some region on
it that is readable, by that scanner. Therefore, the better the scanner,
the less bar code quality assurance is maintained. A verifier, on the
other hand, is a precision instrument that is made to predict how well
the bar code will be read by the typical scanner, any scanner. It should
decode, measure and check formatting of even the most inferior symbol
and indicate area(s) that are deficient so that corrective action may
take place.
