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Method of printing a product code with a modified character

US8982424B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 8, 2012
Grant dateMar 17, 2015
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Expiry dateFeb 8, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB42D2035/08
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method of printing a modified product code includes providing a printer and a substrate. An initial product code is determined. The initial product code includes a plurality of unmodified characters. A modified product code is determined. The modified product code includes at least one modified character that is different from a corresponding one of the plurality of unmodified characters of the initial product code. The modified character is a function at least in part by of initial product code. The printer is controlled to print the modified product code on the substrate.

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