Simplified method of coding packages and coded packages produced by such method

摘要

A method of coding a package for identification includes the steps of providing a package including a product in a bag, the bag having a tail portion; and positioning at least one cut in the tail portion of the bag, the at least one cut having a pre-selected characteristic, wherein the pre-selecting characteristic comprises a code for identification. A coded package comprises a bag; and a product positioned within the bag, the bag having at least one cut positioned therein, the at least one cut having a pre-selected characteristic which comprises a code for identification, the bag being sealed between the product and the at least one cut. A system for providing a coded package includes a manner providing a product in a bag; a manner of vacummizing the bag; a manner of making a cut in the bag; and a manner of sealing the bag.