Clear identification is the basis of modern industrial and logistics operations. At Megaglobal, we approach identification technology not at the device level, but at the system level: based on standards, environment, and real-world use.
The roots of barcode technology date back to the 1940s.
The first machine-readable codes were developed for the food trade and logistics, where fast, unambiguous and automatable identification was required.
Since then, barcodes have become one of the most reliable and widespread forms of identification in industry.
A barcode is not “just a bunch of stripes.” It is a strictly defined structure that is interpreted by a scanning device.
The main elements of a barcode are:
Selecting the appropriate code type is process-dependent, not device-dependent.
| Aspect | Barcode | RFID |
|---|---|---|
| Operation | Optical, visual identification | Radio-frequency, contactless identification |
| Cost | Cost-effective | Higher initial investment cost |
| Reliability | Proven, stable technology | Highly efficient in high-volume environments |
| Industry coverage | Usable in almost every industry | Logistics, manufacturing, asset tracking |
| Reading method | One by one, with line of sight | Multiple items at once, without line of sight |
| Verifiability | Visually verifiable | Non-visual identification |
| Typical use | Product identification, warehousing, retail | High-volume movements, automation |
At Megaglobal, we don’t force technology on you, but select the right one for your environment — or even combine them.
Environmental impact is a key factor when selecting industrial equipment.
This is determined by the IP (Ingress Protection) rating.
| IP code | Dust protection | Water protection | Typical environment |
|---|---|---|---|
| IP20 | None | None | Office |
| IP54 | Limited | Splash | Warehouse |
| IP65 | Full | Water jet | Industrial |
| IP67 | Complete | Submersible | Outdoor |
| IP68 | Complete | Durable Water | Extreme |
GS1 is an international standards organization that ensures that identifiers are consistent worldwide.
Main functions of GS1:
Without GS1 standards, the global supply chain could not be automated.
