some fun facts about barcode scanners

some fun facts about barcode scanners

  • First scan:
    The first barcode ever scanned was a 10-pack of Wrigley's Juicy Fruit chewing gum at a Marsh's supermarket in 1974. 
  • Beyond the store:
    While widely used in retail, barcode scanners are also crucial in healthcare for patient identification and tracking medications, and in manufacturing for tracking parts and products throughout the production process. 
  • Reading through barriers:
    Modern scanners can read barcodes through plastic wrap, tape, and even from electronic screens. 
  • Faster than typing:
    Barcode scanners provide a faster and more accurate way to input data compared to manual entry, especially for large quantities of items. 
  • Real-time tracking:
    Barcodes and scanners enable real-time tracking of products from the moment they enter a warehouse to the point of delivery, ensuring efficient supply chain management. 
  • Types of scanners:
    There are different types of barcode scanners, including laser scanners for 1D barcodes and imagers (which function like cameras) for both 1D and 2D barcodes. 
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