Track & Trace

Tire Technology Expo 2016: New QR Code Tire ID Solution

Engraving 2-D QR codes on tire sidewalls is an emerging method for tracking and retrieving information about tires, especially in relation to the US Department of Transport (DoT) marking requirement. Cognex can read QR codes directly marked on the sidewalls of tires. The process produces a permanent, recessed code on the rubber surface that withstands wear and tear and can be easily read by industrial-grade, image-based barcode readers, offering advantages to manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and customers at all stages of the life cycle of the tire.

Cognex DS 1000 laser profiler is especially designed to meet the DoT requirement that the code is embossed in every tire and offers a solution for fully automated tire identification. The company offer a wide range of products and solutions including image-based barcode readers for 1D and 2D codes on labels or directly marked on tires and parts; and 2D- and 3D-vision systems for inspection and OCR reading application. Cognex has designed solutions which are pre-assembled and pre-focused for spinning tires, vulcanized tires, finished tires traveling on a conveyor and many other applications throughout the production of a tire. Its devices support Ethernet, USB, and RS-232 communication without the need for an external communication module.

Tire Technology Expo 2016: Booth 5046