From the first origins of Bar Code Graphics to today, our passion for precision and reliability drives what we do. Your business demands reliable barcodes that scan easily – the first time, every time. With the high cost of non-compliance and performance mistakes, anything less than perfect is unacceptable. And that mission for perfection is […]
GS1 GTIN Management Standard
July 8, 2016 in Standards
The GTIN Allocation Rules are now the GTIN Management Standard. GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) data structures provides the global supply chain solution for the identification of any item that is traded (priced, ordered, invoiced). The new GTIN Management Standard replaces the previous GTIN Allocation Rules. Manufacturers do NOT have to change any previous GTIN assignments. This […]
ECIA Engages Bar Code Graphics
May 11, 2016 in Bar Code Graphics
The Electronics Component Industry Association (ECIA) announced a comprehensive engagement with Bar Code Graphics, Inc. to facilitate broader industry adoption of ECIA 2D bar code technology within the authorized component supplier community. Recognizing the cost savings and efficiency of supply chain adoption of this technology, ECIA published the EIGP 114.00 document for 2D Barcode Labeling […]
Amazon Barcode Requirements
May 3, 2016 in Bar Code Graphics
Bar Code Graphics offers STOCK PRINTED LABELS on Amazon, and in the process of becoming an Amazon Seller, we gained an understanding as to what Amazon barcode requirements and what they require in regards to UPC numbers for items being shipped to Amazon for Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA). Here are the most important things we learned regarding Amazon barcode […]
Barcode Verification > Print Quality
February 26, 2016 in Barcode Print Quality
Barcode Verification is more than Print Quality Paul took his UPC barcode to the local grocery store and asked the cashier to scan it. He was told, “Sorry. It doesn’t work”. It scanned previously with a grade of A, so he couldn’t figure out the problem. This type of miscommunication is common between vendors and […]
Thermal Printing Barcode Problems
February 18, 2016 in Barcode Print Quality
The Top 5 Frequent Thermal Printing Barcode Problems and How They Can Be Prevented When shipping to any major trading partner, it is essential to closely monitor your print quality. Barcodes with print quality issue could cause severe disruptions in the supply chain, leading to delays, compliance warnings, and potentially chargebacks. Thermal transfer vs. direct thermal […]
The Evolution of the Coupon Barcode
January 28, 2016 in Standards
Companies utilize coupons to expand their business by encouraging spending while sparking the interest of saving. Coupons have been prevalent in society since the late 1800s, with Coca-Cola creating paper tickets redeemable for a free glass of their beverage. Building off the creation of the UPC barcode in 1974 companies made use of the new […]
Announcing the Release of BarTender 2016
January 19, 2016 in Bar Code Graphics
BarTender 2016 is one of the most significant releases in the product’s history, delivering new and enhanced capabilities that elevate the design and printing experience and that make it easier than ever to manage and administer printing operations. Here are just a few of the important features: Dramatically improved data entry forms New Integration Builder […]
Bar Coding Facts; Getting Your Products Labeled Properly
September 16, 2015 in Standards
By, Alan Garton, GS1 US The use of U.P.C barcodes has become a requirement of doing business in most retail and distribution channels. Retailers generally have the expectation that suppliers will place barcodes on their products and that they will comply with global standards for formatting and accuracy. Needless to say, companies who are asked […]
The Significance of GS1 Certification
August 28, 2015 in Barcode Print Quality
Barcode Verification Equipment – The Significance of GS1 Certification As a specialized barcode certification lab, we are dependent on reliable barcode verification equipment, which can provide standardized and repeatable analysis. Our expertise and testing processes would be meaningless if we used testing equipment which could not be measured against a global standard. Consequently, our barcode […]
