All configurations supported—barcode format determines CSI Works app
Question
A high-end grocer is using the Ishida Uni-8 scale to print barcode labels for their seafood and deli departments. This scale comes in a wide variety of configurations—bench-top, pole display, hanging, and even self-service kiosk style. Regardless of format, the business runs Clover POS and wants to scan labels at checkout—but they’re unsure whether their barcode includes total price or weight. Is Uni-8 fully compatible?
Answer
Yes—the Ishida Uni-8 Series is fully compatible with Clover POS when paired with the appropriate CSI Works barcode parser app. Regardless of the hardware configuration, the Uni-8 can be programmed to print either price-embedded or weight-embedded barcodes—both of which are supported by CSI Works.
To ensure accurate scanning into Clover’s Register app, just install the CSI Works app that matches your barcode format:
Variable Price Barcode Parser – for barcodes that embed the total price
Weight Embedded Barcode Parser – for barcodes that embed the total weight
The Uni-8 comes in multiple hardware options, all of which function the same in terms of barcode output and label printing.
Configuration Type | Description |
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Bench-top | Compact, flat with built-in display |
Pole Display | Screen elevated on customer-facing pole |
Hanging | Suspended for meat/seafood environments |
Self-Service / Kiosk | Touchscreen version for customer use |
No matter the form factor, barcode integration with Clover is handled the same way.
Barcode Format | Use This CSI Works App |
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Barcode contains total price | Variable Price Barcode Parser |
Barcode contains total weight | Weight Embedded Barcode Parser |
Follow these steps:
Print a test label from your Uni-8 scale
Look at the barcode—does it include the price or the weight?
Still unsure? Email us a photo of the label and we’ll confirm the format for you
For seamless operation with Clover:
Set your Clover Inventory items as Variable Price Type
Use the Product Code field (not SKU) to match the PLU programmed in the Uni-8
Install the CSI Works barcode parser app based on barcode structure
Once configured, scanning the label will automatically populate the correct item and pricing at checkout.
All Uni-8 Configurations (Bench, Pole, Hanging, Kiosk):
The Uni-8 Series is designed to serve multiple retail environments—from meat counters to customer-facing kiosks. When integrated with CSI Works apps, it ensures reliable and accurate barcode scanning into Clover POS.
No matter which Uni-8 configuration you use, CSI Works has you covered. Simply identify the barcode format and install the correct parser app for full Clover POS integration.