Stationary short-range industrial scanners

Compact industrial short-range scanners are reliable solutions for automatic barcode reading in manufacturing, packaging and intralogistics. They work well in automation projects, traceability systems and integrations with industrial automation and WMS systems.

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Compact industrial scanners

The compact industrial short-range scanners are designed for automatic reading of 1D and 2D codes in bench, machine and production applications. They combine compact dimensions with an industrial design, allowing them to be mounted directly in machines, on workstation frames and over conveyors.

The devices in this class offer Ethernet communication (and USB on selected models), support for industrial protocols, digital inputs and outputs, and a high IP65/IP67 waterproof rating. They provide stable and repeatable reading of 1D, 2D and DPM codes at close range, with 24/7 continuous operation.

Compact industrial scanners are commonly used as part of systems of traceability, validation control, label verification and component identification. Thanks to their small size and broad integration capabilities, they are an essential element in the automation of production, packaging and intralogisticsprocesses, as well as integration with WMS systems and using product master data.

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Application of compact industrial scanners

Compact desktop scanners are designed for point-of-use automatic code reading applications, where the device operates continuously and unattended.

The most common application areas include:

Production and assembly stations – identification of components, semi-finished and finished products
Packaging and picking – reading barcodes from packages, verifying labels and initiating printouts
Traceability – linking a product to a batch number, production date or work slot
OEM and machine automation – integration in machines, kiosks and laboratory equipment
Electronics and pharmaceuticals – reading small codes, DPM codes, markings on vials and PCBs
Logistics and intralogistics – identification of pre-packs and cartons

Thanks to their small size, the scanners can be mounted directly above the conveyor, in machine housings or on workstation arms. Depending on the model, direct communication with a computer (USB) or integration with industrial automation and PLC systems (Ethernet) is possible.

These solutions are ideal for simple to mid-level automation projects where reliability, rapid deployment and stable 24/7 operation are key.

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