Verification Service#

Professional barcode testing and validation to ensure quality and compliance.

What is Barcode Verification?#

Barcode verification is the process of testing and validating barcodes to ensure they meet industry standards and will scan reliably in real-world conditions. Unlike simple scan testing, verification provides detailed quality measurements.

Why Verification Matters#

Retail Requirements#

Many retailers require verified barcodes before accepting products: - Walmart, Target, and major retailers mandate verification - GS1 standards require verification for certain applications - Failed verification can result in product rejection or fines

Quality Assurance#

Verification ensures: - Barcodes meet industry specifications - Print quality is acceptable - Scanning reliability across different scanners - Compliance with size and contrast requirements

Cost Savings#

Catching barcode problems before printing: - Avoids expensive reprinting - Prevents product delays - Eliminates retailer fines - Reduces supply chain disruptions

Our Verification Service#

Professional Equipment#

We use ISO/IEC compliant verification equipment to test your barcodes according to industry standards.

Detailed Reports#

You receive comprehensive reports including: - Overall grade (A, B, C, D, or F) - Individual parameter measurements - Specific issues identified - Recommendations for improvement

Expert Analysis#

Our team reviews results and provides: - Interpretation of technical data - Actionable recommendations - Guidance on corrective actions - Industry-specific requirements

What We Test#

  • Symbol contrast
  • Modulation
  • Defects
  • Decodability
  • Decode (data accuracy)

Dimensional Specifications#

  • Bar width accuracy
  • Quiet zones
  • Overall size compliance
  • Height requirements

Industry Standards#

  • GS1 specifications
  • ISO/IEC standards
  • Retail-specific requirements
  • Industry vertical standards

How It Works#

1. Submit Samples#

Send us printed samples of your barcodes: - Actual production samples preferred - Test prints acceptable - Multiple samples if varied conditions

2. Verification Testing#

We test your samples using professional verification equipment and document results.

3. Receive Report#

You receive detailed verification reports with: - Pass/fail results - Quality grades - Technical measurements - Recommendations

4. Follow-up Support#

We help you understand results: - Explain technical findings - Recommend corrective actions - Answer questions - Verify improvements if needed

When to Use Verification#

Before Production#

  • Validate artwork before printing thousands
  • Test printer output quality
  • Verify new designs meet standards

Retail Requirements#

  • Meet retailer mandates
  • Qualify new suppliers
  • Resolve scanning issues

Quality Control#

  • Periodic verification of production
  • New printer qualification
  • Substrate changes
  • Troubleshooting scan failures

Pricing#

Verification service pricing depends on: - Number of barcodes tested - Turnaround time required - Report detail level - Follow-up support needed

Contact us for a quote based on your specific needs.

In-House Verification#

For frequent verification needs, consider: - Purchase your own verification equipment - We can recommend suitable verifiers - Training available through Concierge service

Verification Add-on#

The Barcode Producer Verification add-on provides: - In-app scanning and analysis - Real-time quality feedback - Integration with your workflow - Basic verification capabilities

Learn more about the Verification add-on →

Standards and Compliance#

Our verification service tests against: - ISO/IEC 15416 (Linear barcodes) - ISO/IEC 15415 (2D barcodes) - GS1 General Specifications - Industry-specific standards

Get Started#

To use our Verification Service:

Email: support@barcodeproducer.com

Include: - Type of barcodes - Intended use (retail, logistics, etc.) - Timeline requirements - Any specific standards to meet