Coding and Traceability Solutions with UPC Barcodes
Printing UPC-A and UPC-E Codes for the North American Market
The UPC code, in its UPC-A and UPC-E variants, is the standard for consumer product identification in the United States, Canada, and other markets in the Americas. GS1 specifications for UPC are similar to EAN but with a slightly different numerical structure and dimensions. European manufacturers exporting to the North American market must be able to print both EAN and UPC codes depending on the destination market. Modern marking systems handle both symbologies flexibly without the need for separate systems. Consult our EAN barcode solutions for a direct comparison.
Multi-Symbology Management in Coding Systems
Managing multiple symbologies, including EAN, UPC, ITF-14, and GS1-128, within a single marking system is a common requirement for manufacturers serving multiple markets or different distribution channels. The message management software in modern inkjet systems allows for the selection of the correct symbology based on the destination market, integrating this selection with the company's ERP system. Code quality verification must be performed with verifiers capable of testing all symbologies in use. Explore our verification and inspection systems.
