The Norwegian construction contractor is using EPC Gen 2 tags and readers, as well as GPS and cellular technology, to track the location and status of tools on work sites.
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SkyeTek announces opening of China office; Axios Mobile Assets to supply RFID system to Elba Labs; Aloft opens door to RFID-enabled smart check-in at more hotels; Power Solutions joins Dash7 Alliance; Ekahau, Extricom team to enable real-time location tracking over Wi-Fi.
Hach Lange Incorporates RFID in Water Testers
The company is attaching RFID tags to the packaging of its chemical vial kits and adding readers to its spectrophotometers to automatically update the calibration of the instruments, ensuring accurate test results.
New York Stock Exchange to Track Traders Via RFID
NYSE Euronext will be using an AeroScout RTLS system to ensure traders don’t carry their tablet computers onto unauthorized trading floors.
Choosing Hardware Cost-Effectively
To optimize a project’s price tag, you can’t just focus on tag costs.
Interoperability Is Possible
The GS1 US RFID Apparel Demo, staged at RFID Journal LIVE! 2011, showed that it is relatively easy to share data with supply chain partners.
Cordex Launches Handheld Pipe-Testing System
The solution includes a handheld ultrasonic sensor with built-in RFID reader to identify the locations of specific sections of pipe and measure their thickness, along with software to analyze the compiled data.
Powercast Debuts Energy-Harvesting Wireless Sensor System
The technology allows the sensors to receive and harvest RF energy to power their own transmissions, eliminating the need for replaceable batteries.
RFID News Roundup
Mercedes-Benz installs RFID-enabled MyDealerLot at new factory store; Identec Solutions intros RFID solution standard for oil, gas and mining; Ascendent ID announces RFID wireless encryption option; ASK selected to supply contactless RFID in Portugal’s electric car initiative; Hyatt Regency Montreal installs KABA’s RFID door locks and system; Dash7 Alliance offers free membership to university students.
At Tornado-ravaged Sites, RFID Helps FEMA Contractor Manage Inspectors’ Kits
PaRR Inspections is using EPC Gen 2 tags to track electronic equipment loaned to claims inspectors, in order to speed up responses to disaster victims’ requests for assistance.
Blue Bite Launches NFC Solution for Providing Content to Cell Phones
The company is deploying NFC stickers at shops, clubs and other places of business, enabling mobile handset users to receive information and promotional offers, in partnership with digital-media firm RMG Networks.
Observations From RFID Journal LIVE! 2011
What a long strange trip it’s been…