CRACKING AN UNREAD BARCODE
Barcode Vision offers a proven digital solution for reducing no-reads by providing an additional , special barcode scan for a second chance of identifying an item before it is returned for manual handling . Taking a different approach to a traditional system , Barcode Vision uses multiple methods to reconstruct damaged or unreadable barcodes .
By assessing the barcodes utilised at a site , it can learn the types to expect . Therefore , if one symbol is missing at the start or the end , it can be reconstructed and validated . Furthermore , Barcode Vision can read text below the barcode and combine it with symbols for a successful read .
Beyond using customer information to enable accurate reconstruction , Barcode Vision harnesses deep learning technology . Programmed in-house by Prime Vision , this system can intelligently reconstruct barcodes from blurry images , helping to overcome camera or printing errors .
Taking a different approach to a traditional system , Barcode Vision uses multiple methods to reconstruct damaged or unreadable barcodes .
for a second try . As well as using a common Prime Vision interface , the system is delivered as a Windows dynamic link library (. dll ) for widespread compatibility .
The effectiveness of the system can be further improved by identifying specific
customer problems . Eliminating printer errors , changing packaging to be more reader-friendly and expanding the scanner area also assist the software in minimizing no-reads .
GIVING NO-READ BARCODES A SECOND CHANCE
Barcode Vision is no panacea for parcel rejects , but it doesn ’ t need to be to deliver great results . The success of the technology differs between sorting operations , but even reading 25 % of rejected parcels can offer a significant cost saving every year by lowering manual intervention , improving warehouse capacity and making processes more efficient .
With access to a unique , tailored solution that reads between the lines of barcode no-reads , sorting operations now have a second chance to reduce rejected parcels .
IMPLEMENTING A PACKAGE OF COUNTERMEASURES
The integration of Barcode Vision is straightforward too . It is compatible with existing scanning cameras , which means that the no-read issue can be resolved without replacing or retrofitting any hardware or conveyor components . Barcode Vision interfaces with a smart integration management ( SIM ) system that collects images and results from existing barcode readers . If the default reader is unsuccessful , this information is sent to Barcode Vision
AI-driven analytical software platforms can help to identify correlations across order data
Image 1 : In warehouses and fulfilment centres , barcodes allow to identify and sort parcels by destination . ( Source : AdobeStock _ 169385238 )
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