Label Duplication Solution

Our barcode duplicator is engineered to efficiently scan and print additional barcode labels with speed and accuracy, helping you save time while maintaining exceptional precision.

Bar Code Data's Barcode Duplicator

Bar Code Data's barcode duplicator is a custom-built solution that keeps costs down and convenience up while saving valuable time and hardware costs. Our barcode duplicator boasts a user-friendly interface, making it incredibly easy to operate.

Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting with barcode printing, our pre-programmed desktop printer streamlines the entire process, enabling you to set up and start printing quickly and effortlessly.

Our barcode duplicator utilises a compact and portable design, making it a versatile addition to any workspace. Its small footprint allows it to fit seamlessly into even the tightest of spaces, and when you need to relocate, its lightweight and portable construction makes transportation hassle-free. Whether working in an office, a warehouse, or on the go, this printer ensures reliable labelling capabilities wherever and whenever you need them.

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Why Might Someone Need to Duplicate Barcodes?

Barcodes play a crucial role in inventory management, logistics, and traceability. However, there are many situations where barcodes need to be duplicated to ensure seamless tracking and compliance. Below are some common scenarios where duplicating barcodes is essential:

1. Repackaging and Serial Number Labeling - When an original product box is damaged or replaced, the serial number barcode must be duplicated and applied to the new packaging. This ensures accurate inventory tracking and prevents discrepancies in product identification.

2. Bulk Purchasing and Individual Reselling - Businesses that purchase products in bulk often find that barcodes are only present on the outer packaging. When these items are repackaged and sold individually, unique barcodes must be duplicated and applied to each unit for proper inventory management and sales tracking.

3. Individually Packaging Small Components - Retailers, especially those selling through e-commerce platforms like Amazon, must ensure barcodes remain visible and scannable at all times. For loose items that need to be bagged or repackaged, barcodes are duplicated and applied to the outer packaging to meet compliance and prevent misreads.

4. Re-barcoding Stacked Inventory - Manufacturers receiving stacked materials, such as steel sheets or lumber, often find that only the top sheet is barcoded. Each time a sheet is removed, the barcode must be duplicated and reapplied to the next sheet to maintain inventory traceability and prevent disruptions in the supply chain.

5. Supply Chain Traceability - In industries like agriculture and food production, tracking goods from their source is essential. For example, harvested seeds are labelled with barcodes containing data on their origin, harvester, and date of collection. As these seeds are distributed into smaller packages, the original barcode is duplicated to maintain traceability.

6. Medical Testing and Lab Sample Identification - In healthcare, ensuring sample accuracy is critical. Barcodes on patient records must be duplicated and applied to multiple vials or test samples to eliminate identification errors and streamline laboratory processes.

7. Warehouse Order Picking and Shipping Accuracy - Barcode duplication is vital in warehouse operations to ensure order fulfilment accuracy. Warehouse workers scan barcodes from an order sheet and reapply them to pick items. At the shipping stage, duplicated barcodes are scanned to verify the correct products are being sent, reducing errors and improving efficiency.


What systems can Barcode Duplication be integrated into.


Barcode Label Printers

Label Creation: Printers can generate new labels by duplicating extracted data. This can be done using various types of printers, including Thermal Transfer, Direct Thermal, Mobile, and Inkjet Printers.

Customisation: Printers can be set up to include additional information on the labels, such as names, prices, or QR codes.

Batch Printing: Many printers can handle bulk printing, allowing businesses to quickly produce large quantities of barcode labels.


Software Applications

On-the-Go Duplication: Mobile apps can scan barcodes using a device’s camera, extract the data, and send it to a connected printer for duplication.

User-Friendly Interfaces: Many mobile solutions offer simple interfaces that allow users to quickly create and print labels without extensive training. These typically work with either 1D or 2D barcode symbologies.

Customisation: Each duplicator solution is customised to the specific requirements of the individual customer.


Barcode Scanners

Reading Barcodes: Scanners use laser or imaging technology to read the pattern of bars and spaces in a barcode. This data is converted into a digital format, often displaying the information encoded in the barcode.

Data Extraction: Once scanned, the barcode’s data (like product information or unique identifiers) can be extracted and used to create a duplicate label.

Verification: Some scanners can check if a barcode is valid or if it has been duplicated elsewhere, helping maintain inventory accuracy.


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