How Do Different Industries Use Barcodes? 

Logistics operations face increased pressure to meet customer demands and efficiency metrics. Similarly, machine builders, automation integrators, and other manufacturing companies are struggling with labor shortages and supply chain disruptions. Barcode systems help companies of all sizes solve these issues by minimizing manual operations, downtime, and waste through improved traceability and tracking. 

Logistics 

Hands-Free Inbound Scanning: Scanning items with a fixed-mount barcode scanner as they enter a facility enables operators to process more packages per day.

Pallet Scanning: Barcode readers with a wide field of view (FoV) or a mirror accessory can read codes on multiple packages on a pallet simultaneously, even if the packages are wrapped in plastic.

Kitting Process Improvement: Using barcodes to verify a kit contains the correct parts increases throughput by minimizing the amount of time a product spends at each assembly station.

Electronics Traceability: Manufacturing electronics involves multiple processes and components that need to be tracked throughout the production process and last throughout the product’s lifecycle. Imprinting barcodes directly onto the parts, a process known as direct part marking, allows image-based barcode scanners to track and trace intricate parts throughout the product’s life span. 

High-Speed Tracking: Barcodes used in food and beverage packaging are located on various sides of packages, often at problematic angles. Image-based barcode readers with a wide FoV can capture multiple codes in a single image acquisition, allowing companies to maintain high-speed operations while tracking and tracing important product information.

Automated Sorting: Food and beverage manufacturers often use conveyor belts to move, sort, and track boxes and cartons. Barcode readers scan codes on each item and use the conveyor system to direct it to the correct shipping area.