DHL Thermonet Tracks Drugs and Life-Sciences Goods With RFID Temperature TagBy Claire Swedberg
The solution, employing UHF RFID tags with built-in temperature sensors applied to containers, will enable DHL's customers to maintain a record of shipping temperatures, and receive an alert if an exception occurs.
RFID Sharpens Worker Accountability at Meat-Processing PlantsBy Claire Swedberg
Several companies have adopted an RFID solution from German cutlery manufacturer Friedr. Dick that tracks the location of each knife, as well as the worker to whom it is assigned.
Registration Now Open for RFID Journal LIVE! BrasilBy RFID Journal
RFID Journal's second Brazilian event will highlight how companies can benefit from RFID technologies today.
EchoRFID Offers Views Into Buried Oil and Gas or Utility PipesBy Claire Swedberg
The company's EchoShield PipeTalker solution is designed to track the locations and histories of pipes or other equipment from the point of manufacture through inspections and maintenance after installation.
RFID News RoundupBy Beth Bacheldor
Lexus partners with MyDealerLot to implement RFID-enabled customer-service solutions; Radiant RFID releases RFID-enabled first-responder location reporting for 2013 hurricane season; item-level tagging fuels global RFID market, Frost & Sullivan says; Oberthur Technologies' NFC SIM cards to carry HID Global's Seos digital keys; NSA approves wireless sensor design that could help protect nuclear facilities; association promoting microSD format announces support for Near Field Communication RFID; Gartner lowers forecast for NFC-based mobile-payment transactions.
Siemens to RFID-Tag Its Gear MotorsBy Claire Swedberg
The company says it will soon begin incorporating an Omni-ID RFID label in the nameplate of each Simogear electric gear motor it makes, so that customers can quickly identify a motor even when it is installed in a hard-to-access location.
RFID Journal Announces RFID in High Tech 2013By RFID Journal
The company's second event focused on the technology sector will educate attendees on how RFID technologies are being used in the high-tech value chain.
Retailers Adopt NFC-enabled Electronic Shelf LabelsBy Claire Swedberg
Store Electronic Systems is now marketing the labels, designed together with NXP, so that stores can provide product info and promotions to customers via a tap of a smartphone.
- Daimler Truck Factory Boosts Productivity
By Claire Swedberg
At its plant in Saltillo, Mexico, Daimler Trucks North America is using an RFID system from PINC to track the locations of more than 500 trailers loaded with materials.
- A Pair of Business Accelerators Focus on NFC RFID Startups
By Claire Swedberg
AccelerateNFC and Startupbootcamp are providing mentorship and funding to Near Field Communication entrepreneurs in exchange for a percentage of equity.
Dorney Park Visitors Go Cashless, Thanks to Kiosks that Dispense RFID WristbandsBy Claire Swedberg
The Pennsylvania amusement and water park developed its FastPay system, with help from PDC, to make it easier for patrons to pay for goods and services.
RFID News RoundupBy Beth Bacheldor
Confidex Ironside UHF RFID tags gain ATEX certification; European Pallet Association readies final design of RFID-enabled pallets; SkyeTek M1-Mini RFID reader module receives European CE marking; Laird Technologies unveils Bluetooth Smart application powered by thermal energy; Barco intros line of passive UHF RFID antennas for a variety of applications; Audi puts wireless payment capability in cars for parking-garage trial; Bibliotheca to provide RFID services for all Northern Ireland libraries.
GuardRFID Launches School Security SystemBy Claire Swedberg
The solution, designed to be affordable, employs real-time location technology, including active 433 MHz RFID tags that staff and students can use to summon help.
- University of Derby Researchers Seek New Ways to Use RFID
By Claire Swedberg
The school's RFID Advanced Research group has carried out dozens of projects, including several designed to prevent bicycle accidents, monitor door production or improve construction-worker safety.
Dutch Tire Company Bonds EPC Tags to RetreadsBy Claire Swedberg
Roline is using a solution from Ferm RFID to better manage its retreading and inventory processes, and to enable customers to track tires installed on their vehicles.
