Braille Translation and Braille Height Made Simple
Don’t let braille on packaging slow you down. Ensure compliance with the Marburg Medium Font Standard and ISO 19351:2013 before going to production.
Braille Inspection Built for Compliance, Speed, and Total Accuracy
When packaging regulations demand perfection, GlobalVision delivers. Whether you're in pharma compliance inspecting braille translations or on the production floor validating braille height on physical packaging, our solution is built to keep you compliant, confident, and ahead of schedule.
The Fastest Way to Meet Braille Standards
GlobalVision’s braille height tool is 10 X faster and more cost effective than other braille solutions
Decoded Value
Check the meaning behind the dots with confidence. Supports 44 languages to ensure braille content matches what’s approved.
Braille Comparison
Compare scanned samples against approved files to catch translation errors or spacing shifts before they reach production.
Dot, Character, and Line Count
Automatically count every dot, character, and line to catch missing content and layout issues early.
Dot, Character, Word, and Line Spacing
Verify spacing accuracy across all levels to prevent readability and compliance issues.
Height Coefficient
Quantify braille embossing consistency with a single value that highlights deviations in dot height across your scanned sample.
Achieve Braille Height Compliance Effortlessly
Deliver to the EU with total ease and protect the visually impaired with advanced braille height inspection that takes the guesswork out of compliance.
Inspect Braille Translation Like A Pro
Rest assured that your braille reads as intended with our built-in braille reading tool that supports EU languages.
FAQs
In which regions is a braille test needed to ensure braille height compliance before going to production?
- European Union: Mandatory for Medicines Legal Requirement: Under EU Directive 2001/83/EC, Braille must appear on the outer packaging of all medicinal products. It must include the product name and strength.
- United Kingdom: Continues EU Pharma Standard Post-Brexit: The UK retained the EU directive for pharmaceutical packaging, so Braille remains mandatory on medicine packaging.
- Canada: There are no national laws mandating Braille on packaging, but accessibility guidelines promote it.
- United States: Not required by law: The FDA does not mandate Braille on prescription drug labels or packaging.
- Brazil: ANVISA regulations: Require Braille on pharmaceutical packaging for name, dosage, and expiry date.
- India: Drugs and Cosmetics Rules (2016 Amendment): Requires Braille labeling on medicine packs. Applied gradually, with a focus on essential and widely used medications.
What are the braille height requirements in the European Union specifically?
In the European Union, braille on pharmaceutical packaging must meet the following height requirements, as outlined in EU accessibility standards:
- Minimum dot height: 0.10 mm
- Recommended dot height: 0.20 mm to 0.25 mm
- Dot shape and uniformity: Dots must be rounded, well-formed, and consistent across the surface
- Standard typeface: Marburg Medium is the preferred and widely accepted braille font
These requirements are enforced under EU Directive 2001/83/EC and relevant packaging guidelines. GlobalVision’s braille inspection tool measures embossing height against these standards automatically—helping you stay compliant without manual tools.
How braille inspection works:
Braille inspection works by digitally analyzing either a single document or comparing a scanned sample against a reference file. The system inspects for:
- Accurate braille translation based on selected language
- Dot presence, shape, and character alignment
- Proper spacing between dots, characters, and lines
- Braille height compliance using scanned embossing data
- Conformance to packaging standards like Marburg Medium
Whether you're validating a single printed layout or comparing against an approved master, GlobalVision gives you fast, accurate, and compliant braille inspection. No manual checks required.
Which GlobalVision product can braille translate my packaging text automatically?
Both Verify and GVD by GlobalVision include a built-in braille translate feature that converts your packaging text into braille according to the selected language and regulatory standard. It ensures accurate character mapping and supports over 44 languages, so you can trust your translation is correct before hitting the market
What is Marburg Medium and why is it used for braille packaging?
Marburg Medium is a standardized braille typeface commonly used on pharmaceutical and consumer packaging. It ensures consistent dot spacing, size, and height—making braille easier to read and compliant with regulations like those in the European Union.
GlobalVision supports Marburg Medium to help teams verify that embossed braille meets industry expectations for clarity, spacing, and tactile legibility.
