Cognex Strengthens Market Leadership in Industrial Barcode Reading with Two New AI-Powered Products

The DataMan 290 and 390 barcode readers, supported by top-tier customer service, provide exceptional reliability and effortless usability.

Cognex Corporation, a global leader in industrial machine vision, has introduced the DataMan® 290 and 390 barcode readers. Leveraging cutting-edge AI technology, these devices deliver exceptional decoding performance across a wide array of manufacturing applications. With an emphasis on simplicity, Cognex has made setup and deployment more intuitive, enabling users to optimize barcode scanning processes and enhance operational efficiency.

“The DataMan 290 surpassed other solutions we tested, consistently decoding codes that others couldn’t,” said Peter Laurinčík, CEO of MTS - Modern Technology Systems. “Its reliability and user-friendly design will revolutionize our barcode reading operations, boosting productivity and throughput. Cognex’s comprehensive support—ranging from setup and training to deployment and runtime—ensures seamless performance at every stage.”

The DataMan 290 and 390 offer an array of features designed for rapid implementation and efficient handling of diverse applications:

1. Advanced AI Technology: Enables reliable one-click code reading, simplifying setup and maintenance while minimizing downtime—even for non-technical users.
2. Versatile Code Handling: Efficiently reads various code types and symbologies, including damaged or low-quality codes, and achieves high read rates in low-visibility conditions with an integrated all-in-one lighting system.
3. User-Friendly Web Interface: Guided setup ensures even non-technical users can go from unboxing to scanning in just minutes.

Supported by Cognex Customer Success, these barcode readers are backed by industry-leading resources and a global network of experts. This support empowers users to plan, deploy, and scale their vision projects with ease.

The DataMan 290 addresses most barcode reading needs right out of the box, while the DataMan 390 offers higher resolution for more complex applications. Together, these solutions reflect Cognex’s commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving innovation in industrial barcode technology. For further details, visit cognex.com/dataman-290 or call 1-855-4-COGNEX.