Motorola introduced the FX9500 industrial-class fixed RFID reader for tracking RFID-enabled pallets, cases and items at industrial-based read points such as dock doors and conveyors. The Motorola FX9500 features performance in the middle of densely packaged pallets and in situations with high liquid or metal content. With its IP53 sealing rating and durable design, the […]

Guide Dogs, a UK-based charitable organization providing guide dogs, mobility and other rehabilitation services to the blind and partially sighted, is working together with the University of Reading to develop a prototype RFID way-finding system. The system employs RFID technology to assist blind and partially sighted people the freedom to choose how they get about. […]

Ennovasys announced the release of its RFID-GPS solution designed for ensuring the safety of school children: TrakSchool. The integrated solution enables parents and schools to keep track of students under their care through with the combination of RFID, GPS and GPRS technologies. RFID and GPS technology are used for data collection and monitoring and then […]

Electronic body activity sensors like electroencephalography (EEG), electrocardiography (ECG) and electromyography (EMG) have traditionally been bulky, cumbersome pieces that require adhesive tape, conductive gel and sometimes needles to use. Research published in Science magazine and reported on at Ars Technica discusses technology that utilizes ultra-thin polymers with embedded circuit elements to take various body measurements. […]

GAO RFID announced the release of its portable pistol grip RFID reader/writer designed for wide use in warehouse distribution, shop floors, point-of-sale transactions and field services. The high frequency RFID reader, model 223005, is compatible with both ISO15693 and ISO14443A/B protocols and compliant with both North American and European standards. It features a maximum reading […]

Mercedes has set up RFID-equipped kiosks at 2011 PGA Championship in Atlanta. The German automaker will issue some 25,000 RFID passes that guests can use to register and link to post status updates on their Facebook accounts, according to Mashable. Using ODIN Technologies’ EasyConnect platform, guests at the annual golf tournament will have the opportunity […]

Raritan Valley Disposal, New Jersey is partnering with Recyclebank to promote everyday green actions allowing 7,600 customers to have access to new RFID-enabled carts and recycling rewards, according to the Hunterdon County Democrat. With Recyclebank, when a bin is collected a scale/RFID reader on the mechanical arm of the waste truck weighs the amount of […]

TagStar Systems announced its new Quadro ultra high frequency RFID inlay, which offers three-dimensional readability for industrial and logistics applications. TagStar’s Quadro design provides full three-dimensional readability, which offers greater flexibility for applications where materials may be placed or stacked at differing heights or depths. Compatible with multiple different frequencies and standards used in the […]