The Multicode reader, including text recognition and IO-Link capabilities, is a product category rather than a specific brand. These devices are commonly used in industrial automation and manufacturing, enabling seamless data communication and identification of various codes (e.g., barcodes, QR codes) in production lines. Leading manufacturers in this field include SICK AG (Germany), Balluff GmbH (Germany), and ifm electronic (Germany), which produce high-performance multicode readers integrated with IO-Link for real-time data exchange. These products serve industries such as automotive, logistics, and packaging, offering reliable solutions for process optimization and Industry 4.0 applications.