The 2D revolution — evolving business needs and improved technology are driving growth in two-dimensional bar coding
24 August, 2008 by Jack Tay* | Supplied by: Intermec Technologies Aust Pty Ltd
Two-dimensional bar codes have quietly revolutionised many production, tracking and maintenance processes. Now, 2D bar coding is undergoing a revolution, thanks to important scanning technology advances and growing use in multiple industries. 2D applications are now being adopted at more than double the rate of traditional 1D bar code technology.
Process technology for soft drinks
07 August, 2008
Soft drinks, water and juices are the big winners for the next few years. Top of the consumer’s list is bottled water, but juice, juice drinks and, in particular, new kinds of beverages will experience above average growth.
Weight data logging scale
05 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Newcastle Weighing Services
Nuweigh Australia has released a weight data logging scale for quality assurance checking in the processing area. The JAC 320 scale is portable and manufactured for washdown areas where accuracy of weight readings is essential.
High-power RFID now available
30 July, 2008
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has granted GS1 Australia an extended licence that allows for radiofrequency devices with up to 4 W of power.
Leak detection methods for underground storage tanks
28 July, 2008 by Gerald Musy*
Underground storage tanks (USTs) have been used since the early stages of industrialisation. Although they are most often associated with the storage of petroleum products, USTs are also used to store other hazardous substances, including waste products.
A&D Mercury acquires TechEng
21 July, 2008
Australia’s largest weighing equipment manufacturer and exporter, A&D Mercury, has become the major shareholder in one of Australia’s leading industrial automation and control companies, TechEng.
Warehouse tracking system wins Industrial Product Award
14 July, 2008
The Highly Commended Award for Australian Industrial Product of the Year has gone to Peacock Bros this year for its innovative indoor vehicle and product tracking solution.
APL 8000 series pallet labeller
08 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Dy-Mark Identification Solutions
The APL 8000 series is purpose-built for pallet labelling and designed for single-, dual- and three-panel applications in GS1-128 bar code labels printing.
Compact vacuum conveyor
08 July, 2008 | Supplied by: PIAB Vacuum Technologies
The C2100-64, compact vacuum conveyor is engineered to be small yet powerful. It quietly and hygienically conveys powder and bulk materials in production areas with confined space or in buildings with very low ceilings. Powered by Coax technology, the C2100-64 is able to transport up to 1.0-1.5 t/h of powders or granular material.
Australian pilot demonstrates how to implement RFID
17 October, 2007 | Supplied by: GS1 Australia
A multi-industry Australian consortium has released the results of a world-class pilot, called the National EPC Network Demonstrator Project Extension (or NDP Extension)
Cross belt sorter
19 September, 2007 | Supplied by: Industrial Conveying (Aust) Pty Ltd
The S3000CB cross belt sorter has the capability to sort an extremely wide mix of items, including fragile, small, large, non-rigid and all types of packaging materials.
Pallet labeller
20 August, 2007 | Supplied by: Markem-Imaje Pty Ltd
Imaje has added a new system to its Imaje 2000 Series product line. Imaje 2000 Pallet is suitable for pallet identification in accordance with GS1 specifications and guidelines. Having incorporated the Imaje 2000 Series most recent breakthroughs, the Imaje 2000 Pallet has been specifically designed for pallet identification.
Omnidirectional code reader
20 August, 2007 | Supplied by: SICK Pty Ltd
The ICR803 is an omnidirectional code reader in a compact housing. It is intended for applications in which objects must be identified in any alignment but there is only limited mounting space for the reading device.
Continuous weighing system
18 June, 2007 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd
The Ronan continuous weighing system consists of a measuring frame, source holder, detector, cable and electronic unit. The measuring frame is available in ‘A’ and ‘O’ frame configurations depending on the physical characteristics of the conveyer. Both source holder and detector are integral parts of the measuring frame. An interconnect cable connects the detector to the remotely mounted electronic unit. This unit can be located at a distance up to 1650 m from the detector. Electronic packages include panel mount, rackmount, surface mount, NEMA type 4 and NEMA type 4X enclosures.
Water chillers
22 May, 2007 | Supplied by: domnick hunter Pty Limited
The Hiross Hyperchill and Hyperfree ranges of water chillers are specifically for industry use with wastage prevention as a major priority.
