Alien Technology announced a software update for its enterprise class readers – ALR-9900+ and ALR-9900+EMA – that supports LLRP (Low-Level Reader Protocol) Version 1.1. This single software update supports both Alien Reader Protocol (ARP) and LLRP. LLRP is a specification from GS1 EPCglobal for a standard network interface between RFID readers and controlling software or […]

Imec, Holst Centre and their partners have developed an RFID circuit made in low-temperature thin-film technology that enables reader-talks-first communication, enabling item-level tags on the packaging of retail consumer goods. Traditional RFID tags with such thin-film chips on plastic are based on tag-talks-first principle; as soon as the RFID tags gets powered from the RF […]

The ARIA Resort & Casino in Las Vegas has jumped onboard with InvoTech Systems to deploy the InvoTech GIMS RFID uniform tracking system to improve the operation efficiency. The GIMS inventory tracking system will assist in tracking ARIA’s tens of thousands of uniforms and processing of over 3,000 pieces of laundry daily. Additional information, including […]

IDBLUE unveiled a mobile, Bluetooth ultra-high frequency RFID reader for smart phones and tablets, followed by the announcement that Mygrant Glass Co. Inc. plans to deploy the IDBLUE.UHF reader in each of its almost 600 delivery vehicles nationwide. With support for iPhones and iPads, the pen-shaped reader can be used to navigate and enter data […]

Checkpoint Systems launched an expanded portfolio of solutions commissioned for large-scale RFID deployments across apparel brands and their retail partners, as well as closed-loop apparel retailers and department stores. Among the latest Checkpoint offerings are new RFID tags for enhanced merchandise visibility and loss prevention, high-speed bulk tag commissioning, expanded RFID service bureaus, and in-plant […]

Xerafy announced the debut of Metal Skin, an ultra-high frequency EPC RFID inlay designed specifically for tracking metallic assets. Metal Skin is a low profile inlay family containing the Impinj Monza 4QT chip. It is lightweight and flexible to fit curved surfaces such as the contour of metal cylinders and drums, without compromising performance. Compliant […]

B.O.S. Better Online Solutions announced that it has completed a RFID traceability project in Spain at Barcelonesa de Metales, S.A. (BAMESA) corporation. BAMESA is a steel service center organization for automotive, home appliances and metal engineering industries, among others, with eight locations in five different countries. The project includes tagging, tracking and managing inventory for […]

AeroScout is working with Siemens Healthcare to deploy AeroScout’s real-time location system to help health care organizations improve operations and quality of care. Most recently Siemens implemented AeroScout’s Temperature Monitoring solution across three of Lifespan’s hospitals in Rhode Island. Using its existing Wi-Fi network, Lifespan is monitoring and managing the temperature of hundreds of refrigerators […]

GAO RFID introduced a 4-port ultra-high frequency RFID reader designed for both indoor and outdoor applications and compatible with both corporate IT infrastructures and sheltered outdoor environments. The small form factor reader, model 236016, has Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability and has optional Wi-Fi network connectivity. It complies with EPC global Gen 2 (ISO 186000-6C) […]

Impinj introduced Monza Self-Serialization, a chip-based EPC serialization method supported on ultra-high frequency RFID inlays powered by the Monza 5 tag chip. Monza Self-Serialization generates a unique Serialized Global Trade Item Number (SGTIN) directly from each tag chip. This chip-based serialization simplifies EPC serial number management, giving retail brand owners the flexibility to decide when, […]