Tyco Electronics has launched an integrated system to address the Unique Identification Program (UID) recently instituted by the Department of Defense (DOD).
 
The system encompasses all aspects of the UID protocol as defined by the DOD and makes the user fully compliant when using specific printing and verification techniques. Includes the five elements necessary for a thorough UID specific implementation: design, printability, validation, verification (grading) and readability.
 
The PrintEasy label design software is capable of designing and creating a valid UID specific 2-D data matrix mark on labels, rating plates, asset tags and wire markers in addition to regular features like graphics, serialization and bar codes.
 
With the appropriate T Series thermal transfer printer, users can print the 2-D Data Matrix codes created with labeling software on a plethora of materials and identification products.
 
Once printed, users apply the label or wire marker to the package, component, equipment or a wire bundle.
 
The system is complemented by a range of validation imagers and verifiers (including software and precision mounted hardware) for validating, error-proofing and grading of the 2-D Data Matrix codes generated specifically for UID applications. The Verifiers also generate comprehensive electronic report cards comprising the various elements and parameters of a 2-D Data Matrix to further optimize the printing and application process. 
 
Tyco Electronics, www.tycoelectronics.com