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November 22, 2021

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CODE 93 Symbol

The Code 93 Barcode type was originally developed in 1982 by Intermec to improve upon, and compliment, the Code 39 barcode type. Code 93, like Code 39, utilizes the full ASCII character set by using combinations of 2 characters, but was designed to be a higher density code that is also more secure. The symbology derives its name because every character is constructed from 9 modules or elements arranged into 3 bars with their adjacent spaces. The benefits to using the Code 93 barcode type are grounded in it’s ability to store more information in a smaller space, while enabling additional security […]

November 22, 2021

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CODE 93 sample download

The benefits to using the Code 93 barcode type are grounded in it’s ability to store more information in a smaller space, while enabling additional security within the barcode itself. A label produced in Code 93 is approximately 25% shorter than the same label produced in Code 39. It’s compact size is one of the reasons it’s used today to label electronic components, identify products in retail inventory and provide supplementary package delivery information for the Canadian Post. CODE 93 Symbol Structure The symbol comprises the following elements: Leading quiet zone Start character Input characters that represent data Two check […]

November 20, 2021

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Interleaved 2 of 5 BARCODES

Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) barcodes are two-width numeric codes that can encode information of any length, as long as there is an even number of digits in the code. Information is encoded based on the width of the bars and spaces, and exactly 2 out of every 5 bars are wide. Their predecessor, the Standard or Industrial 2 of 5 barcode, could encode information only in the width of the bars, but not the spaces. ITF barcodes are generally used for distribution and warehouse identification purposes. They are often used to identify cartons or crates which themselves contain items […]

November 20, 2021

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Interleaved 2of5 barcode sample download

Interleaved2 of 5 barcodes Interleaved 2 of 5 barcodes are used to label packaging materials across the globe. Since they can deal with high printing tolerances, they are ideal for printing on corrugated cardboard. ITF barcodes encode 14 numeric digits and use the full ASCII set. One of the greatest strengths of Interleaved 2 of 5 is that its printed tolerances are suited for corrugated cardboard. As a result, this self-checking code is a powerful tool for encoding information on product packaging. While the Interleaved 2 of 5 barcode can only encode numbers (not letters), it does not require a […]

November 19, 2021

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Code39 barcodes Sample download

Code39 barcodes (or Code 3 of 9) are used to label goods across many industries and are often found in the automotive industry and the U.S. Department of Defense. It enables the use of both digits and characters, and its name originates in the fact that it could only encode 39 characters—though in its most recent version, the character set has been increased to 43. It’s similar to, but not as compact as, the Code 128 barcode. One limitation of Code39 is its relatively low data density. The size required for these barcodes makes them ill-suited for very small goods […]

November 19, 2021

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Zebra acquires Xplore Technologies

Zebra acquires Xplore Technologies On August 14, 2018, Zebra officially completed the acquisition of Xplore Technologies. The acquisition of Xplore will give Zebra a comprehensive portfolio of durable tablet devices that can withstand harsh conditions. Today, the company serves many different industries (for example, retail, manufacturing, transportation and logistics, and healthcare). This acquisition will give the company the opportunity to further expand into new markets, including oil and gas, utilities, government, and public safety. Like any new solution, our business opportunity is your business opportunity. Tablet devices have become one of the important devices used to analyze, use, and create […]

November 18, 2021

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ISSN (International Standard Serial Number)

An ISSN is an 8-digit code used to identify newspapers, journals, magazines and periodicals of all kinds and on all media–print and electronic. Which publications are concerned by an ISSN? What form does an ISSN take? What is its role? Where is it displayed? What is an ISSN? Which publications are concerned by an ISSN? An ISSN (International Standard Serial Number) identifies all continuing resources, irrespective of their medium (print or electronic): newspapers, annual publications (reports, directories, lists, etc.), journals, magazines, collections, websites, databases, blogs,etc. In many countries, an ISSN is mandatory for all publications subject to the legal deposit. […]

November 18, 2021

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What is an ISBN?

An ISBN is an International Standard Book Number. ISBNs were 10 digits in length up to the end of December 2006, but since 1 January 2007 they now always consist of 13 digits. ISBNs are calculated using a specific mathematical formula and include a check digit to validate the number. ISBN (International Standard Book Number) Each ISBN consists of 5 elements with each section being separated by spaces or hyphens. Three of the five elements may be of varying length: Prefix element – currently this can only be either 978 or 979. It is always 3 digits in length Registration group […]

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