Siemens expands 1D/2D code reader range

Siemens has expanded its range of 1D and 2D code reading systems with the launch of a new ultra high resolution version of its Simatic MV440 reader, used in a range of industries including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and food and beverages.

The higher resolution (1600 x 1200, as opposed to the maximum of 1024 x 768 offered with prior models) allows the reader to capture up to 150 codes simultaneously, says Siemens. Another upgrade is the use of power-over-ethernet (PoE) to allow power, picture data and time-critical data to be transmitted over a shared cable.

Also available with the new model - and earlier models with a firmware upgrade - is Veri-Genius, a system that automatically checks the marking quality of the code and a Profinet IO device replacement, which allows the device to be removed and replaced with minimum fuss if it becomes defective.

"As a consequence of their new functions, the Simatic MV440 and MV420 code readers are opening up new application areas," said Siemens in a statement. "These include scanner applications such as reading codes from packaging units that are being rotated by a robot in front of the reader."

"Further examples are gate applications in master/slave mode in which the master code reading system rejects codes that have been read multiple times by the slaves, which results in faster processing of the scanned data," it added.

More information is available at Siemens' website.