SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- On
Tuesday, Jan. 9, The Code Corporation
of Utah, a leader in image based
barcode technology, filed an antitrust complaint against Honeywell
International Inc. (NYSE:HON). Code's filing alleges that the
conglomerate engaged in anti-competitive behavior in the healthcare
sector. Code filed the complaint before the U.S. International
Trade Commission (ITC) against the giant corporation for violation
of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 based upon violation of
the antitrust laws. The complaint alleges, among other things, that
Honeywell contacted Code's distributors, resellers and customers
and made false and misleading statements in an effort to harm Code
and monopolize the market for barcode reading technology in the
healthcare field. Code is seeking relief including an exclusion
order that would prevent Honeywell from importing its healthcare
barcode readers into the U.S. and cease and desist orders which
would prohibit Honeywell from selling or marketing its healthcare
barcode readers. Code has also filed a related antitrust action in
the U.S. District Court of the Eastern District of Texas seeking significant monetary
damages.
"Fair competition along with free and open markets are the
lifeblood of the American economy," said George Powell, president and CEO of Code
Corporation. "Innovation is key in any industry, but even more so
in the health care arena. Having a 'giant' willfully attack a
supplier of our size in this market will ultimately hurt consumers,
not only pricing wise but also in regards to innovation. We won't
stand by and watch consumers and client businesses become
collateral damage in a move designed as a shortcut to market
success."
Code is represented by Scott J.
Bornstein, Mark G. Davis, and
Gregory J. Casas at Greenberg
Traurig, LLP.
About Code
Code is a technology leader in image-based
barcode reading solutions. Code designs and manufactures a complete
line of image-based barcode reading hardware and software solutions
to enhance productivity and exceed customers' expectations for
superior barcode reading performance, ergonomic design, equipment
durability, and seamless integration with their operations.
Servicing a diverse range of industries and environments, Code's
products are used in critical applications in healthcare, public
safety, manufacturing, transportation, retail, and a range of other
diverse industries. Code's headquarters are located in Salt Lake City, UT. For more information,
visit www.codecorp.com
CONTACT:
CODE
Leslie Bryant
Leslie.Bryant@codecorp.com
(801) 987-7215
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