If your facility requires a highly reliable and flexible stationary 1-D/2-D code reader, the new CleverReader from Pepperl+Fuchs stands out as a premier solution. Designed to detect complex codes with maximum reliability, this compact device offers flexible configuration options and an exceptional price-performance ratio. Whether deployed in packaging, microelectronics, or high-speed logistics, the CleverReader is engineered to streamline modern manufacturing and process automation.
Advanced Sensor Technology for Reflective Surfaces
Industrial environments are notoriously harsh on optical sensors. Products often feature highly reflective surfaces, electronic displays, or low-contrast backgrounds that confuse standard scanners. The CleverReader overcomes these challenges with state-of-the-art sensor technology that reliably reads all common 1-D and 2-D codes, regardless of the surface material.
Its compact design allows for seamless integration into tight manufacturing spaces. Equipped with an RS-232 interface and a 24 V/5 V converter cable featuring a trigger connection, the physical installation is both straightforward and flexible. Furthermore, parameterization is incredibly user-friendly. Operators can configure the device conveniently using either control codes directly on the unit or through an intuitive, easy-to-navigate graphical user interface.
High-Speed Reading and Direct Part Marking (DPM)
Different production lines move at different paces, and Pepperl+Fuchs has developed two distinct versions of this stationary 1-D/2-D code reader to meet these varying demands:
- The High-Performance VOI1100: Built for rigorous, fast-paced environments, this version is capable of capturing codes in motion at speeds up to 3.5 meters per second. Additionally, it excels at Direct Part Marking (DPM) code reading. DPM involves codes that are etched, peened, or laser-marked directly onto components—common in automotive and microelectronics—which are notoriously difficult to scan. The VOI1100 handles them with ease.
- The Basic VOI1000: For static applications or slower-moving conveyor systems, the basic version provides the same reliable decoding capabilities at an unmatched price point, making it a highly cost-effective solution for everyday industrial tasks.
Seamless ERP System Integration
Data is only valuable if it can be utilized effectively. One of the standout features of the CleverReader is its highly adaptable data management. The output string from the scanner can be completely customized and formatted to feed reading results directly into your facility’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
This means that inventory, tracking, and quality control data are updated in real time without the need for complex middleware or manual data entry. Additional built-in functions, such as an automatic error image memory, match code capabilities, and various specialized reading modes, further extend the device’s application range, allowing it to adapt perfectly to custom workflow requirements.
Expanding Applications Across Industries
Because of its robust build and versatile software, this stationary 1-D/2-D code reader is quickly becoming the ideal solution across multiple demanding sectors:
- Logistics: Keeping pace with high-speed sorting belts to ensure accurate routing and delivery tracking.
- Packaging: Verifying that the correct labels are applied to consumer goods, ensuring regulatory compliance and brand protection.
- Microelectronics: Tracking microscopic, laser-etched components throughout the assembly process without slowing down production.
About Pepperl+Fuchs: Pioneers in Automation
With a dedicated global workforce of 6,450 employees, Pepperl+Fuchs recorded impressive sales of EUR 840 million in 2024. The Pepperl+Fuchs Group is globally recognized as one of the leading companies for industrial sensor technology and explosion protection.
The company’s headquarters in Mannheim, Germany, serves as the core of its technical expertise. Here, specialized engineers relentlessly research and develop the latest automation technologies. Originally founded as a small family business in 1945, Pepperl+Fuchs has expanded immensely and is now represented by more than 40 subsidiaries across six continents. This expansive global presence allows the company to combine the highest technical engineering standards with efficient, cost-effective manufacturing facilities. Today, Pepperl+Fuchs remains a trusted partner for users of automation technology worldwide, offering a comprehensive, tried-and-tested portfolio designed for the rigorous demands of modern manufacturing and process automation.
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