QuickScan
A verifier is used where procedures demand measurement of the printed bar code quality. This is effectively a bar code scanner designed to analyse the structure of the bar code symbol rather than the data content. The bar code is scanned in the normal way and the verifier provides either a simple pass fail response, or can offer a detailed report on the contrast ratio, bar widths, and other parameters.

The most widely used verifiers are the HHP Quick Scan devices. Originating from PSC Inc. these units can provide immediate verification and audit of your printed bar codes, to ensure compliance with customer requirements and industry standard ISO.

Where product is destined for the major retailers, there supply procedures often require regular audited verification of the packaging or case bar codes, to ensure reliable transfer through the supply chain and to the consumer.

With the increasing use of automated supply chain procedures and the use of bar coded cases, pallets etc, bar code quality is more important than ever in ensuring reliable shipments.

Verification can be carried out via a portable device such as the QC610 or at a verification workstation using PC610 PC based software.