Cognex DataMan 8600 image-based handheld barcode readers now come equipped with PowerGrid technology. With this new feature, these lightweight, rugged handheld readers quickly and reliably read 2D printed or DPM codes with:
In the same way an animal can be identified by its outline and markings, PowerGrid technology uses shape and texture to successfully read 2D codes even with missing finder and clocking patterns or quiet zone violations.
This whitepaper explains how Cognex’s unique symbol-decoding algorithms significantly improve read rates for DataMatrix codes that are gaining popularity in automotive, electronics, pharmaceutical, packaging and logistics applications.
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