Datalogic is a world-class producer of bar code readers, data collection mobile computers, RFID systems and photoelectric sensors for the industrial automation sector.  We offer innovative solutions for many industrial applications, from manufacturing to transportation & logistics and retail.

Datalogic was founded in 1972 by Romano Volta. It had its origin in the optical sensor business, serving the Automation Industry, but towards the end of the 70’s it moved into the field of bar code technology and very soon became the European leader in industrial applications.

 
Corporate Headquarters in Bologna, Italy
Listed on the Star segment (Star: DAL.MI) of the Italian Stock Exchange since 2001
2,000 employees in 30 countries
7 manufacturing plants
Current Research and Development investments for about €30 million per year
More than 800 patents
8 Research and Development laboratories with over 300 engineers
Direct presence in more than 30 countries worldwide selling to over 100 countries
Beyond 1,000 partners worldwide
Revenue of more than €400 million in 2007 with profits in excess of €18 million.

1974
1st grocery store scanner in the world
1978
1st industrial bar code reader in Europe (M10)
1984
1st airport application in Europe (Milano-Linate Airport, LS4100)
1994
1st 360° scanner/scale (Magellan®)
1999
1st RFID post office application in the world