Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Verification


Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) codes and part marks can be hard to read at final assembly. Variations in surface finish, lighting, and placement slow checks and increase the risk of build errors, rework, and delays. An integrated vision workflow uses fixed scanning, Optical Character Recognition (OCR), and purpose-built image processing to capture each code or serial number and validate it against build data. Teams confirm the bill of materials, ship the vehicle, and create traceable records for audits and service.

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Automate etched VIN and part code verification with Fixed Scanner-driven OCR, consistent reads, and instant validation for automotive assembly

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Automate VIN and part code reading with Zebra Fixed Industrial Scanners

Zebra Fixed Industrial Scanners perform fast, reliable OCR on laser-etched VIN characters and read 1D/2D part codes at line speed. High-resolution sensors, integrated lighting options, polarization, and autofocus help overcome glare, shallow marks, curved metal, and variable contrast common in final assembly. Each captured VIN is validated against build data. Exceptions trigger guided rework and documented holds to keep vehicles moving while preserving traceability.

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Set up in minutes with Aurora Focus software

Aurora Focus software simplifies the configuration and deployment of fixed industrial scanners, allowing teams to achieve fast results without requiring any vision expertise. Guided wizards, auto-exposure and autofocus tools, and prebuilt code-reading and deep learning based OCR tools reduce setup to 3 simple steps. Configure OCR on sample VIN images, define character height, and format outputs for PLC/MES/ERP. Create and clone jobs for both OCR and 1D/2D code reading, then deploy consistent settings across stations for consistency. Live dashboards and alerts make it easy to maintain read rates, spot drift, and correct issues before they impact throughput.

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Accelerate high-speed lines with PC-based Aurora Vision Studio

When takt times shrink or surfaces make VIN characters especially challenging, PC-based deployments with Aurora Vision Studio software provide additional headroom for advanced image processing. Multi-threaded execution and flexible toolchains handle low-contrast, noisy, or distorted characters while keeping pace with high-speed lines. Connect GigE/USB cameras, then output results in real time to PLCs, MES, and traceability systems. Use Aurora Vision Studio to prototype and optimize demanding steps to maximize read rates and cycle-time performance.

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