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Manufacturing, part traceability, industrial. Tutorials, guides and news from the barKoder barcode scanner SDK blog.

InfoOct 16, 20267 min read

The EU Battery Passport: Every Battery Gets a QR Code in February 2027.

The battery industry is becoming more transparent thanks to the EU Battery Passport. A digital battery passport that can be accessed via a QR code will be required for some batteries sold in the EU starting in February 2027. It will offer crucial details regarding the battery's sustainability, carbon footprint, origin, and composition. This presents new possibilities and difficulties for barcode scanning technology, making dependable QR code scanning crucial for swiftly and precisely obtaining battery information.

InfoSep 2, 202613 min read

Direct Part Marking: What DPM Codes Are and How to Scan Them

When standard paper labels peel, shred, or burn away, component-level traceability breaks. Enter Direct Part Marking (DPM) - the permanent, indestructible link between physical assets and their digital history. Learn how DPM works across modern industries and how smart software decodes even the hardest-to-read DPM Data Matrix codes.

InfoJul 6, 20267 min read

How Barcode Technology Helps NASA: The Hidden System Behind Every Space Mission

Discover the true story of how NASA uses barcode technology to track spacecraft parts, tools, and equipment, ensuring mission success and safety.

InfoMay 21, 20264 min read

Building a Reliable Barcode System for Any Environment

Barcodes are used across many industries, but their performance depends heavily on the environment. Factors like lighting, dust, moisture, and surface quality can affect how easily a barcode can be scanned.

InfoApr 20, 20266 min read

Decoding Direct Part Marking (DPM) Data Matrix Codes, barKoder vs Competitors

Testing is the most critical aspect of barcode scanning SDK.Direct Part Marking (DPM) is a method of permanently marking components with Data Matrix codes for tracking and identification. It is widely used in industries like automotive, aerospace, and electronics, but requires advanced scanning technology due to challenging reading conditions.

InfoNov 7, 20235 min read

Decoding Direct Part Marking (DPM) Data Matrix Codes: An Essential Guide

barKoder supports decoding Direct Part Marking (DPM) Data Matrix codes.

InfoJun 26, 20235 min read

The importance of Barcodes in Food Processing and Traceability

Barcodes in the Food & Beverage industry and how they can streamline the manufacturing and traceability process in multiple ways