Carmen® ADR – Hazmat Code Recognition, Automated
Carmen® ADR is a software library that detects and decodes hazardous material signs — including ADR, eADR, HIN, KEMLER, and IMO/IMDG codes — from still images. It’s a trusted solution for identifying dangerous goods on roads, at checkpoints, or within logistics environments.
Designed for system integrators, Carmen® ADR fits seamlessly into any traffic monitoring, tunnel safety, or port security system. The SDK supports both Windows and Linux platforms, and runs on x86_64, ARM64, and ARM32 architectures. Developers receive all necessary libraries, demo tools, and sample code to embed hazmat recognition into their software.
Key benefits:
- Recognizes international hazmat signs from vehicle placards
- Supports ADR, eADR, HIN, Kemler, and IMDG/IMO codes
- Returns full code string, per-character confidence, and character suggestions
- Input via still image files (BMP, PNG, JPEG, RAW)
- Compatible with hardware triggers for live image capture
- Easy integration: C/C++, Java, C#, Visual Basic .NET
- Four engine updates per year with ongoing support
- Available for Linux and Windows (32/64 bit) systems
Carmen® ADR adds a vital safety layer to vehicle recognition systems — enabling automation, improving incident response, and ensuring compliance across a wide range of applications.