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Industrial Barcode & RFID Readers are fixed-mount or handheld devices that capture, decode and transmit identification data from 1D/2D barcodes, direct part marks, and RFID tags attached to parts, packages, assets and work-in-process. They include imaging-based scanners, laser scanners, machine-vision-enabled readers, and RFID readers/antennas that detect tags via electromagnetic fields, often combined with mobile computers, sleds or scan tunnels. These devices operate on production lines, conveyors, loading docks, and in warehouses, converting physical identifiers into digital data streams that feed ERP, WMS, MES and other business systems via wired, wireless, or fieldbus/industrial protocol connections.
This category solves the problem of accurately and efficiently tracking parts, assets, inventory and work-in-progress across manufacturing, warehousing and logistics operations without manual data entry, which is slow and error-prone. It enables real-time traceability, automated data capture at high speed and volume, and reliable identification even on damaged, low-contrast, or direct-part-marked surfaces, or when items are not in line-of-sight (RFID). By integrating with ERP/WMS/MES systems, it eliminates data silos, reduces labor costs, improves inventory accuracy, supports regulatory traceability and quality control, and increases throughput and operational visibility across the supply chain.
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by SICK
Laser-based fixed-mount bar code scanners (CLV60x to CLV69x) for logistics and automation with wide depth of field and SMART code reconstruction.

by Cognex
Cognex DataMan is a family of industrial image-based barcode readers and verifiers, in fixed-mount and handheld form factors, that decode 1D and 2D codes including damaged, low-contrast and direct part mark codes.

by SICK

by SICK
Camera-based code readers that read 1D, 2D, DPM codes and OCR in factory and logistics automation, with integrated illumination, auto setup and fieldbus/Ethernet interfaces.

by SICK
UHF RFID read/write devices (RFU61x, RFU62x, RFU63x, RFU65x) with read ranges up to 10 m, bulk reading and direction detection, integrated into fieldbus and Ethernet networks.

by Pepperl+Fuchs
Portfolio of stationary barcode scanners, stationary camera-based 1-D/2-D code readers, handheld code readers and the OIT high-temperature identification system for reliable code reading in production and logistics.

by Pepperl+Fuchs
Inductive LF (125 kHz) and HF (13.56 MHz) and UHF (865-928 MHz) RFID read/write systems for industrial identification, tracking and tracing.

by KEYENCE
AI-powered compact fixed-mount 1D/2D code readers with integrated lens, lighting and CMOS sensor, designed for stable reading of difficult codes. Includes web-based setup, analysis and monitoring tools.

by Brady
Line of fixed-mount (V6100, V6180, V7000) and handheld wired/wireless (V2200, V3200, V4500, CR950, CR1500, CR2700) industrial barcode scanners that capture 1D/2D codes, including damaged or low-contrast ones, and connect via USB, RS232, Ethernet and industrial protocols to MES/PLC systems.

by Brady
Handheld (HH83, HH85, HH86, EXA81) and fixed (FR22, IRX200) UHF RFID readers with antennas, some combining barcode scanning, NFC and camera, for asset tracking and inventory.

by Zebra
Zebra's FS Series fixed industrial scanners (e.g., FS42) capture 1D/2D barcodes and direct part marks on conveyors, scan tunnels, forklifts and dock doors, and support AI-OCR and machine vision applications. The FX Series (FX7500, FX9600) are fixed RAIN RFID readers for tracking tagged inventory and assets.
by GAO RFID
Fixed-mount UHF and HF/LF RFID reader/writers with multiple antenna ports and RS232, RS485, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, 4G and GPIO interfaces. They are used for inventory, logistics, asset tracking and industrial automation.
by Raylink RFID
Multi-antenna fixed UHF RFID readers for portals, dock doors, conveyors, cabinets and industrial checkpoints, available in 4, 8 and 16-port versions, with Android variants, ceiling and forklift models.
by Datalogic
Family of stationary image-based industrial barcode readers (including Matrix 320 2MP/5MP and Matrix 830/930 16-28MP) for reading 1D/2D and DPM codes on conveyors, production lines and packing benches, integrating with PLCs and fieldbus systems.
by Metratec
Long-range industrial UHF RFID reader/writer based on the Impinj E710, with up to 12 m read range, four antenna ports and Power-over-Ethernet.
by Metratec
Industrial long-range HF (13.56 MHz) RFID reader/writer for ISO15693 with up to 60 cm read range, Ethernet/USB and 24V I/Os.