South African manufacturers know that production downtime and unreadable barcodes can derail even the most efficient line. To address these everyday challenges with smart, rugged solutions, OMRON has introduced the VHV5-F, a next-generation barcode reader built to deliver exceptional accuracy, speed and flexibility across a wide range of industries.
From automotive plants and logistics hubs to FMCG packaging lines and pharmaceutical operations, the VHV5-F is engineered for South Africa’s diverse and high-pressure production environments.
With ultra-fast sensors, an intelligent decoding engine and integrated code quality verification, it offers 99.99% read accuracy out of the box—even on damaged, low-contrast or poorly printed barcodes.
What makes the VHV5-F stand out?
- Speed and intelligence: With a powerful multi-core processor, onboard AI acceleration (NPU), and advanced X-Mode 6.0 algorithm, the VHV5-F reads up to 4,000 parts per minute and verifies up to 1,200 codes, ideal for high-volume lines where speed and traceability matter.
- Versatile imaging and focus: Available in 2.3MP or 5MP sensor options, the VHV5-F includes four high-speed autofocus lenses and a long 2m read range, perfect for scanning items on conveyors or in hard-to-reach spaces like racking or automated storage systems.
- Smart, simplified setup: ‘Smart Assist Mode’ automatically selects optimal settings and image filters for your environment, while ‘Learn All Codes’ detects and configures multiple barcode types without manual input.
- Built for African industry: The robust IP69K-rated housing resists dust, high-pressure cleaning, and extreme conditions, ideal for food and beverage production or outdoor logistics environments. Power-over-Ethernet and 24 VDC support make integration easy, and the unit is compatible with Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, TCP/IP, RS-232 and other common protocols.
- Real-time code quality control: With built-in verification against ISO 15416, 15415 and 29158 standards, operators receive live readability scores (0–99), helping prevent traceability issues and improving product flow and compliance.
Future-ready, factory-tough
Whether you’re running a packaging line in Germiston, a logistics centre in Durban or an automotive component plant in the Eastern Cape, the VHV5-F barcode reader offers future-ready capability in a rugged, adaptable format that’s easy to install and integrate.
OMRON continues to deliver intelligent automation tools that help South African operations boost throughput, reduce manual checking and improve traceability, without complicating your setup.
Cezanne Gonsior
Omron Electronics (Pty) Ltd
Tel: +27 76 062 8668
Cezanne.gonsior@omron.com
www.industrial.omron.co.za
