4-sided reading on a conveyor

In the automation of logistics warehouses and production lines, reading barcodes on cardboard boxes moving at high speeds on a conveyor is a critical process that affects productivity. However, do you face challenges such as 'being unable to read codes because items are oriented differently' or 'line stoppages due to reading errors because labels are placed on multiple surfaces like the side or top'?

In this application, KEYENCE's ST Series scan tunnel system is installed on the top, bottom, and sides of the conveyor to read barcodes on four sides of the items at once. This ensures stable reading regardless of the item's orientation or the code's placement. It reliably captures not only 1D codes but also 2D codes like QR codes and DataMatrix, significantly reducing man-hours spent on line stoppages due to reading errors and manual rescans.

The ST Series features an ultra-wide field of view and a long focal distance, enabling installation in small spaces and easily handling high conveyor speeds. Its powerful reading performance for challenging codes contributes to promoting logistics DX and enhancing traceability, providing a solution that achieves labor savings and productivity improvements in factories.