Barcode Verification Solutions from Fisher Smith
Assuring Barcode Quality, Compliance, and Reliability
At Fisher Smith, we deliver complete machine vision solutions that keep production lines efficient, compliant, and future-ready. One of our core strengths is barcode reading and verification to ISO standards, covering both 1D and 2D codes.
We are proud to have delivered the largest barcode verification installation and development of its kind in Europe, working with a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer to ensure that barcodes printed on vials consistently achieved the highest ISO grades. The result was not only regulatory compliance but also a streamlined inspection process that saved time and reduced risk.
Why Barcode Verification Matters Now
Barcode quality is fundamental to ensuring traceability and compliance across global supply chains. Poorly printed or inconsistent codes can cause scanning errors, rejected shipments, recalls, and regulatory penalties.
With new EU and UK regulatory changes due in 2025 including the GS1 Digital Product Passport (DPP), the bar for consumer and pharmaceutical barcodes is being raised. In particular, ISO 15416 grading will soon be essential, making it critical for manufacturers to verify and document barcode quality at scale.
The Fisher Smith Solution
We provide more than just hardware, we deliver an integrated barcode verification platform designed to meet today’s requirements and tomorrow’s standards. Our solution combines advanced vision technology with custom-developed software to offer:
- 1D and 2D Barcode Verification – Fully ISO-compliant grading with detailed diagnostic feedback.
- OCR and Placement Verification – Beyond barcode grading, our system is a flexible vision platform. Barcode verification can be combined with additional inspections such as checking printed text, dimensions, or label placement all within a single solution.
- Real-Time Quality Assurance – Inline or offline verification for 100% inspection or batch sampling.
- Automated Reporting – Generate ISO-compliant reports for audit trails, regulatory submissions, and process optimisation.
- 21 CFR Part 11 / EU Annex 11 Support – Essential for pharmaceutical and medical device compliance.
The result is a robust, efficient, and fully integrated inspection system that reduces hardware complexity, minimises downtime, and provides total confidence in both barcode and product quality.
Why Work with Fisher Smith?
- Proven expertise – Delivered Europe’s largest barcode verification project.
- Regulatory knowledge – Supporting pharmaceutical, medical device, and industrial compliance.
- Future-ready systems – Built with GS1 DPP and evolving standards in mind.
- End-to-end delivery – Hardware, software, and integration handled by a single partner.
Ready to Strengthen Your Supply Chain?
If barcode quality and compliance are critical to your operation whether in pharmaceuticals, automotive, electronics, or consumer goods, Fisher Smith can deliver the complete solution to meet today’s challenges and tomorrow’s regulations.
Contact us today to discuss how we can support your next barcode verification project.
