Milestones

Our History
CipherLab Co., Ltd., founded in 1988, specializes in the design, manufacturing, and sales of Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) products and systems. We are committed to helping businesses worldwide enhance operational efficiency and productivity while creating sustainable business value.

With subsidiaries and partners across the Asia-Pacific region, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and China, CipherLab operates through a robust and expanding global network. This enables us to respond swiftly to market opportunities and demonstrate high adaptability in meeting diverse regional and industry-specific demands. Our strong market insight and open collaboration with partners drive mutually beneficial outcomes.

Over the years, CipherLab has invested heavily in research and development across optics, electronics, mechanical engineering, communication technologies, software, and industrial applications. Backed by an experienced and skilled R&D team and close industry partnerships, we deliver prompt, professional technical support and develop integrated solutions tailored to customer needs.

We also maintain strict controls over our manufacturing processes and quality management systems. While pursuing operational excellence, we remain committed to environmental sustainability by minimizing our ecological footprint. CipherLab is certified under ISO 9001 and ISO 14000 standards, ensuring reliable product quality and flexible, timely delivery capabilities. Most of our products are marketed globally under the registered trademark "CipherLab."

CipherLab is publicly listed on Taiwan’s OTC market under the stock code 6160.

Milestones and Awards

2024	Launched the RS38 fully touch-based industrial mobile computer with 5G support Launch the RS38H, a medical-grade model
2023	Launched RS36 (touch-based) and RK26 (keypad-based) compact industrial mobile computers with Wi-Fi 6 Introduced the WR30 wearable scanner Enhanced the ReMoCloud device management platform with 24/7 technical support
2022	Upgraded RK25, RS35, RS51, and RK95 series with AER-certified operating systems Strengthened functionalities of the ReMoCloud and EnDeCloud platforms
2021	Subsidiary Bold World (邦頎科技) launched Q15 self-service kiosk for the hospitality and tourism industries
2020	Released RK95 rugged dual-input (keypad + touch) mobile computer with cold storage support Introduced RS35 compact touch mobile computer Bold World launched Q21 self-service ordering system
2019	Bold World launched Q-bit self-service POS solution Released RS51 and Hera51 rugged mobile computers
2018	Launched 2200 omni-directional scanner and RK25 rugged keypad mobile computer Won Huawei Developer Contest Award and Polish Retail Innovation Award
2017	Introduced the 2500 rugged scanner and 9700 Android mobile computer Released RS31 and RS50 touch mobile computers
2016	Established European office in the Netherlands Founded subsidiary Bold World to develop POS solutions
2015	Launched 1862 RFID reader and 1500 series scanners Introduced first Android mobile computer: RS30 series
2014	Released 8600, 9700, and CP55 industrial mobile computers
2013	Released 9200, CP60, and 1663 scanners
2012	Launched 8700 industrial mobile computer, 1662/1664 pocket scanners, and RFID reader 1861 Established subsidiary CipherGenii (欣晉科技)
2011	Released antimicrobial product series (1500H, 1600H, 8000H) Launched CP30 industrial mobile computer and various scanners Formed Compensation Committee
2010	Released 9600 mobile computer series and 1704 2D scanner Established subsidiary CipherLab Medical (欣技醫電)
2009	Released 1560/1562 Bluetooth scanners and 8400, 9300 mobile computers Received multiple product awards in North America Founded German subsidiary CipherLab GmbH
2008	Released 1500 and 1660 Bluetooth scanners Opened DACH (German-speaking region) office
2007	Launched 9400 industrial handheld computer Established China subsidiary Won Frost & Sullivan Innovation of the Year Award
2006	Released multiple industrial computers and handheld scanners All products became RoHS-compliant Capital increased to NT$709 million through earnings reinvestment
2005	Released Bluetooth scanners and handheld terminals Capital increased to NT$622 million through earnings reinvestment
2004	Launched Bluetooth scanners, wireless handheld terminals, and fixed terminals Capital increased to NT$503 million through earnings reinvestment
2003	Released wireless barcode scanners and Bluetooth handheld terminals Achieved ISO 9001:2000 certification Capital increased to NT$398 million through earnings reinvestment
2002	Listed on the OTC market Released wireless handheld terminals Capital increased to NT$326 million through earnings reinvestment
2001	Launched long-range 1D/2D CCD scanners Established U.S. subsidiary Syntech West
2000	Released handheld terminal accessories and access control devices Capital increased to NT$266 million through earnings reinvestment
1999	Launched the second-generation 720 handheld terminal Approved for public offering Capital increased to NT$222 million through earnings reinvestment
1998	Released various terminals and laser scanners Capital increased to NT$195 million through earnings and cash injection Supported FamilyMart in deploying its first-generation POS systems President received the Asia Pacific Enterprise Golden Torch Award
1997	Released advanced barcode decoders Supported 7-Eleven in implementing POS systems Achieved German ISO 9001 certification
1996	Released high-sensitivity handheld CCD scanners and mini terminals Capital increased to NT$30 million through cash injection Acquired first company-owned property
1995	Released magnetic stripe readers, programmable terminals, and barcode decoders
1994	Released barcode card readers with plastic casings Capital increased to NT$17.5 million through cash injection
1993	Designed IC card handheld terminal for the Bank of Taiwan
1992	Released the world’s smallest barcode decoder, access control terminal, and metal card reader Began using the “CipherLab” trademark
1991	Released handheld CCD barcode scanners
1990	Built Taiwan’s first solid-state LCD eco-display (240x960 cm) for CPC Corporation
1989	Released the 5000 time attendance terminal
1988	CipherLab Co., Ltd. founded with NT$5 million in capital Developed Taiwan’s first real-time reporting system for securities firms

AWARDS
Winner of Taiwan Excellence Award, RS38 series mobile computers
from Ministry of Economic Affairs, Taiwan, 2025

Winner of Good Design Award, RS38 series mobile computers
from Japan Institute of Design Promotion, 2024

One of Top 3 Best Supplier of Equipment for Retail, CP30 series mobile computers
from Wiadomości Handlowe, Poland, 2013

Best of 2012 in Innovationspreis-IT, CP30 and 8200 mobile computers
from Initiative Mittelstand, Germany, 2012

Gold Mobile Star Awards, 9500 series mobile computers
from Mobile Village, North America, 2007

Best Product and Service Award, 8000 series mobile computers
from Networks Products Guide, North America, 2009

Gold Mobile Star Award, 1660 BT scanner
from MobileVillage, North America, 2009

Gold Mobile Star Award, 8000 series mobile computers
from MobileVillage, North America, 2008

Mobile/Wireless Product Innovation of the Year
from Network Products Guide, North America, 2008

In-store Handheld Automation Product Innovation of the Year
from Frost & Sullivan (industry analysts), North America, 2007

Small to Midsize Retail Solution Award for Best In-store System
sponsored by Integrated Solutions for Retailers Magazine, 2006

One of Top 3 Scanner Manufacturers Worldwide
by Venture Development Corporation (industry analysts), USA, 2006

One of Top 5 Scanner Manufacturers
by Vertical System Retailer, USA, 2006

Ranked #9 of ROA and #17 of ROE in Top 1000 Manufacturers,
Business Weekly, Taiwan, 2006

Ranked #29 among Top 100 Growing Enterprises,
Smart Monthly, Taiwan, 2004

#1 Scanner rating
for CipherLab 1000, Webzine Magazine, Japan, 2003

Ranked #18 of Top 100 Potential Mid-Small Enterprises,
CommonWealth Magazine, Taiwan, 2003

Gold Asian Award of Excellence
to Steven Liau, CipherLab chairman, Taiwan, 1998