Target Barcode Inspection for Unit Dose Pharmaceutical Packaging
Verifies Item Barcode and Packet Count, Accumlates Batch Counts
The new Target Barcode Inspection System for unit dose pharmaceutical packaging automatically inspects unit dose strips to insure that barcodes are printed on packages, readable and correct. The system also insures that unit dose strips contain the correct number of dose packets. The Target System is designed to complement table-top unit dose packaging machines, aiding packagers in achieving bar code medication administration (BCMA) quality objectives.
The system controls a motorized conveyor, automatically delivering packages through an inspection station, generating audible signals for pass or fail. On detecting an error, the system stops the conveyor for operator intervention. The Target System also maintains and displays an active batch count of the number of doses inspected. Inspection setup and results can be exchanged with a PC using the system's network interface.
Compact Table-top Barcode Inspection System
for Unit Dose Pharmaceuticals
The system controller has a six-digit numeric display to show the accumulating batch count and a two-digit display to show the number of doses within the current strip. It also has an audible signal that can indicate inspection success or failure, Red and Green indicator lights, a start/stop button and five keys used for setup. The controller has connectors for barcode scanner, motor drive and RS232 PC interface. The RS232 interface may be used to transfer inspection parameters and results between PC and system controller. Alternately, inspection setup can be done with front panel keys, allowing the system to operate independent of PC.
Target Barcode Controller
Dual Display, Indicators, Start/Stop Action
The motorized conveyor operates at a controlled speed to deliver unit dose strips to a barcode inspection station. The conveyor has one guide bar for dose strip alignment and a single mounting bracket for the barcode scanner. The conveyor is standard industrial grade, aluminum construction with FDA approved urethane-coated polyester belt.
On successful inspection, the system emits an audible chirp and continues to move the unit dose packaging on the conveyor. If an error is detected, the system emits a audible alarm and stops the conveyor for operation attention.
Conveyor speed is controlled at approximately 30 feet per minute. Inspection rates depend on packet size. Rates of 200 per minute may be obtained.
Inspection Station with barcode reader mounted above conveyor.
