VITRONIC’s Compact Handheld Scanner Offers Unique Solution to OCR and Barcode Reading

Oct. 7, 2008 - PRLog -- VICAMmobile OCR Improves Bar Code Scanning Accuracy and Streamlines Distribution Processes and Real-time Visibility for Customers

Louisville, KY --- VITRONIC Machine Vision Ltd., the premier manufacturer of 3-D scanning, dimensioning and weighing systems for the parcel and distribution industries, now offers data capture technology in a convenient, compact handheld scanning device.  

Launched in the industry as VICAMmobile OCR, this portable high-definition handheld scanner combines optical character recognition (OCR) and barcode reading to capture (complete and incomplete) data from labels and outer packaging of boxes.  By rapidly identifying plain text, character symbols and codes for the parcel, warehousing, and logistics industries, this compact technology allows distribution centers to adapt much quicker to vision automation technologies in order to improve distribution processes.  

One of the primary advantages to VICAMmobile OCR is that it performs exceptionally well reading damaged or incomplete bar code labels and even labels behind plastic. Once information is located on the package or object, it is then scanned and displayed on a monitor screen.  All recorded information can then be integrated into an automated management system for further distribution, processing, and improved management visibility.

The VICAMmobile OCR also offers distribution centers an additional solution to processing non-standard shipments such as tires, bicycles and auto industry parts.  While lasers are typically incapable of reading large barcodes, VITRONIC’s new compact handheld camera-based scanner is perfectly adept for larger barcode reading.   The OCR feature is able to capture typed or handwritten text such as serial numbers, product numbers, quantitative data, and supplier numbers.  It also can capture 1-D and 2-D codes such as UPC and pdf417 codes as well as partially destroyed or incomplete codes.

The ability for the VICAMmobileOCR handheld scanner to read machine-produced codes combined with the OCR-reading feature is a suitable alternative for distribution centers who may not handle processing a high volume of packages.  

According to Rob King, V.P. of Sales and Marketing for VITRONIC, this breakthrough technology is a great option for smaller distribution centers looking at a convenient, easy to use turnkey solution that achieves scan tunnel results.

“The VICAM mobile OCR represents both convenience and groundbreaking technology,” said King. “We are keenly aware of the obstacles facing our customers who may not find it advantageous for them to invest in scan tunnel technology due to volumes or space constraints. By combining our successful line scan tunnel technology into a compact, modular device we are able to offer smaller logistics companies, DCs and parcel distributors superior results and streamlined efficiency in barcode reading and package identification.”

Measuring a compact size of 6”x 8”, the VICAMmobile OCR hand-held scanner is easy to handle and operate due to its ergonomic design.  Additional product features include: optical focusing; automatic sharpness detection; acoustic and optical signals confirming the reading; and mounting device that avoids cumbersome handling when not in use. The scanner’s small size also saves storage space for distribution centers that may not be able to house larger scanners.

About VITRONIC Machine Vision Limited
VITRONIC specializes in supplying and developing scanning technologies for the logistics, manufacturing, science and warehousing industries.  VIPAC, the corporation’s signature product, is a 3-D machine vision scanner that utilizes a compact, high-speed line-scan camera to provide high-resolution images of standard and oversized parcels. The privately-held company was founded in 1984 by Norbert Stein, Ph.D., and is represented on four continents. For additional information, please visit www.vitronic.com or call (502) 266-2699 x 204.

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Tennille Hicks
Vitronic Machine Vision, Ltd.
(502) 266-2699 x 204 – office
thi@vitronic.com

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