Using 2D Code Presented By Derreck Ford Jet Equipment Corporation Fall Seminar

Agenda JET Equipment Corporation Overview 2D Code Technology Overview Cost and Benefits of 2D vs. 1D 2D Code Readers & Vision Systems IMS TM Software Questions Demonstration & Site Tour Using 2D Code

JET Equipment Corporation Overview An International One-Stop Shop Product Identification Solutions Provider Turnkey industrial ink jet, laser marking, dot peening, scribing and label application systems. Ancillary bar code and 2D Code hardware, vision systems and material handling equipment. Using 2D Code Customers served Industries served

2D Code Technology Overview Started in 1992 Trend towards Mil-Std-130 Ability to store more data than linear barcodes Ability to read poor or damaged 2D code More cost efficiency Using 2D Code

Types of 2D Codes Using 2D Code Data Matrix Maxi Code RSS Snowflake Micro PDF 417

Data Matrix Using 2D Code For Small Parts Marking Used By: Automotive NASA Pharmaceutical Semi-conductors High degree of redundancy Resistance to printing defects Stores from 1 to about 2,000 characters R anges from inch per side up to 14 inches per side

Maxi Code Using 2D Code Used by the United Parcel Service Size is 1.11 x inches and contains up to 93 data characters of information Includes error correction Encodes two messages 1.) Encodes the postal code, country code and the class of service number. 2.) Encodes address data but it can also encode other types of information.

Snowflake Using 2D Code Encodes more than 100 numeric digits in a space of only 5mm x 5mm Used in the pharmaceutical industry Includes selectable levels of error correction up to 40%

RSS Using 2D Code Reduced Space Symbology is a high density 1D bar code Encodes standard UCC/EAN item numbers - up to 14 digits - in a very small footprint Several variants of RSS exist, including Stacked, Limited, and Expanded RSS ExpandedRSS Stacked Composite RSS Limited Composite RSS-14 limited RSS-14 Stacked EAN 13 composite

Micro PDF 417 Using 2D Code A 2D stack code derived from and closely based on PDF417 Stores up to about 1,800 printable ASCII characters or 1,100 binary character per symbol Used by the DOD, electronics,healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing industries Common use on drivers' license cards and for national ID cards globally Includes fixed levels of error correction

Cost and Benefits of 2D vs. 1D Holds more information in limited amount of space Reads omni-directional Prints quality and contrast are much less critical than with 1-D bar codes or stacked bar codes Allows independent database with complete freedom of movement Has encryption providing additional security Eliminates time consuming and error prone manual data entry because 2D codes are machine-readable Using 2D Code

2D Code Readers 2 Types: Fixed--- Fixed or Stationary readers require the 2D code to be in the same field of view from part-to-part. Hand Held---Hand Held readers are mobile readers. Available as wireless, battery operated, wedge or RS232. Using 2D Code

2D Code Readers (Hand Held) Using 2D Code Manufacturers: Welch-Allyn, Symbol, HHP, RVSI Acuity and Code Corp.

2D Code Readers (Fixed) Manufacturers: Cognex, DVT, RVSI, Omnitron, Microscan, and SICK Using 2D Code

IMS TM Software IMS TM 2701 IMS TM 4001 Using 2D Code LMS System w/IMS 4001 Software

IMS TM 2701 Software Device interface software providing 2D code and barcode capabilities to ink jet printers and laser marking systems. Ability to custom tailor bar codes to achieve ANSI Grade “B” or better on most surfaces. User password protected. Using 2D Code

IMS TM 2701 Software Controls Domino, Videojet, Imaje and other industrial inkjet printers Provides 2D and 1D code printing capabilities Supports automatic inspection & verification of printed 2D and 1D codes Individual Device Status is constantly displayed Using 2D Code

IMS TM 4001 Software Provides motion control (X/Y/Z) to moving print head systems. Supports Read – Mark – Inspect part marking process. Provides alphanumeric text, 2D and 1D code and logo printing capabilities. Supports low cycle time, multiple part marking. Using 2D Code

Conclusion Implementing 2D codes into your manufacturing operation requires many upfront decisions. JET’s expertise in 2D code technology and product marking can provide invaluable knowledge and experience. Contact JET at for assistance. Using 2D Code