Barcodes are commonly used in retail industry for inventory purposes. Devices used to scan barcodes are termed as barcode readers or barcode scanners. Various manufacturers are involved in providing different types of barcode scanners. Symbol barcode scanners, HP barcode scanners, Wasp barcode scanners are some of them which are used in various industries. Different types of scanners are available each having their own advantages. Let us know about some of their types and advantages. Slot Scanner: It is a fixed scanner used for reading barcodes on identification cards. The item…
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Comparing One Dimensional and Two Dimensional Barcodes
Barcodes are considered simply as a series of stripes on a light background that is able to be scanned and read directly into computer. The bars and spaces are the main elements in a barcode. These should be of consistent and proportional thickness and thinness. These are printed on a barcode label by a barcode printer. The symbology must be accurately printed on the label. Many high quality printers are produced by various companies that include Zebra printers, SATO printers, EPSON printers and many others. The symbologies of barcodes are…
Read MoreBarcode Scanners and Their Technologies
A barcode can be termed as a printed horizontal strip of vertical bars with different widths that represent decimal digits and are used for identification of commercial products or parts. The barcodes are printed on labels which are termed as barcode labels. The data on barcodes is read by a device called a barcode reader or a barcode scanner. The read information is then stored on a system. This is used to track the items and record the information. Barcodes have various symbologies and based on them the scanners used…
Read MoreTips to Choose a Best Barcode Printer
Barcode labels are being used for different types of products. In order to use these products, it is necessary to print barcodes on labels by using barcode printer. Such barcode labels are affixed on the products or items. So it is important to purchase right printer. There are number of printers which are available in the market, so it is difficult to know which is best for you. There are some tips to choose a barcode printer, such as: First you need to identify your needs before you visit a…
Read MoreBenefits of the Thermal Transfer Printer
Thermal transfer printers are type of printers that create labels and signs by melting wax or resin based ink on the paper. These printers are resistant to fading. There are many benefits of the thermal transfer printer, such as: Durable: Thermal transfer labels are durable and fade resistant while compared to the traditional printers. Great stability in the face of destructive elements is offered by thermal transfer images. Superior barcodes: If a business is using barcode technology, barcodes should be decipherable enough for barcode printer, barcode scanner and barcode labels.…
Read MoreImportance of 3D Barcodes in Manufacturing Industry
Now-a-days, manufacturing companies are implementing the barcoding system just like retail industry. The problem is that, there are high temperatures in manufacturing, solvents are used and some chemicals, which prevent the using label with bars on it.
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