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LHD Barcode: Chemical Inventory Management

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This lecture covers the implementation of the LHD Barcode system at EPFL, aiming to provide a centralized tool for managing chemical inventory. Topics include the main objectives of the project, processes for ordering chemicals, hazardous product traceability, and creating barcodes for chemical locations. It also discusses the hierarchy of chemical products, material classes, and the authorization process for purchasing hazardous substances.

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