Using 2D Code

Presented By

Derreck Ford

Jet Equipment

Corporation

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Agenda

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

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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.

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Customersserved

Industriesserved

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

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Types of 2D Codes

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Data Matrix Maxi Code

RSS

Snowflake Micro PDF 417

Data Matrix

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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 Ranges from 0.001 inch per side up to 14 inches per

side

Maxi Code

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Used by the United Parcel Service

Size is 1.11 x 1.054 inches and contains up to 93 data characters of information

Includes error correction

Encodes two messages1.) 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

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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

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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 Expanded RSS Stacked Composite

RSS Limited Composite

RSS-14 limited

RSS-14 Stacked

EAN 13 composite

Micro PDF 417

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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 industriesCommon 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

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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.

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2D Code Readers (Hand Held)

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Manufacturers: Welch-Allyn, Symbol, HHP, RVSI Acuity and Code Corp.

2D Code Readers (Fixed)

Manufacturers: Cognex, DVT, RVSI, Omnitron, Microscan, and SICK

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IMSTM Software

IMSTM 2701 IMSTM 4001

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LMS System w/IMS 4001 Software

IMSTM 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.

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IMSTM 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

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IMSTM 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.

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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 info@jetec.com for assistance.

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