Hana Technologies, BlueStar, CYBRA: RFID News Roundup

Published: November 7, 2024

Hana Technologies Achieves ARC Quality Certification in USA, China

Hana Technologies, a leading global manufacturer of RFID inlays and tags, announced that its factories in Ohio and China have received its ARC recertification, receiving the ARC Quality Certification for the Design and Manufacturing of RFID Inlays from Auburn University.

“This certification from the RFID Lab at Auburn University reaffirms Hana’s unwavering commitment to delivering the highest quality inlay products to the RFID ecosystem, including service bureaus, converters, and system integrators,” said Dr. John Erdmann, President and CEO, Hana Technologies.

Company officials stated the certification not only reinforces Hana’s leadership in the RFID industry but highlights the company’s commitment to the continuous improvement of quality standards. By securing ARC certification for both its USA and China manufacturing sites, Hana demonstrates its global capacity to meet and exceed the demands of the rapidly growing RFID market.

“We are thrilled to achieve ARC certification for both our U.S. and China locations, which reflects our global approach to RFID manufacturing and quality assurance,” added Mike Hetrick, SVP sales and marketing. “We look forward to continuing to provide our partners and customers with industry-leading solutions, driving operational efficiency and business growth.”

CYBRA Joins RAIN RFID Alliance

CYBRA Corporation is now a member of the RAIN RFID Alliance, a strategic move to unlock new possibilities for businesses worldwide that will allow the company to deliver the next generation of RFID solutions.

By leveraging the power of the alliance, CYBRA is committed to bringing faster, more accurate, and seamless RFID solutions and collaborations to its customers, according to company officials. This includes being at the forefront of next-generation innovations,

smooth integration with industry standards set by GS1 and ISO, strategic collaborations with the biggest names in RFID, including Lowry, Siemens, and Zebra and boosting supply chain efficiency.

Brian Parrillo, CYBRA’s VP sales &marketing offered that membership in the RAIN RFID Alliance is a substantial leap forward in their commitment to deliver world-class RFID solutions to their customers

“For years, CYBRA’s motto has been ‘We Identify with Success’,” said Parrillo. “Just as rain cultivates growth, CYBRA’s joining the RAIN Alliance promises to nurture success.”

BlueStar Signs Distribution Agreement with ecoprintQ

BlueStar has signed an agreement with ecoprintQ, a leading MPS software provider in the Americas.

BlueStar’s partner network offer ecoprintQ’s MPS Monitor solution, which integrates with Zebra barcode scanners, and provides resellers with a comprehensive and sophisticated print fleet management endeavor. This integration enhances compatibility and provides BlueStar with valuable MPS data, making it the ideal solution for managing Zebra printer fleets at customer locations.

“This partnership represents a significant advancement in our mission to offer unparalleled print management solutions,” stated Dominick Bracero, VP of sales and marketing at ecoprintQ. “With BlueStar as our strategic ally, we are well-positioned to address the evolving needs of the market and drive innovation in print management technology, benefiting both of our clients and the industry at large.”

Blue Star is a distributor of solutions-based digital identification, mobility, point-of-sale, RFID, digital signage, network infrastructure, and security technology.

“We are excited to partner with ecoprintQ,” says Dean Reverman, VP of marketing for BlueStar. “As a value-added distributor, our goal is to provide customers with the most comprehensive solutions and services available in the channel. ecoprintQ’s solutions, services, and support will aid our customers in their ability to expand their business. We look forward to this partnership and driving those new partner opportunities.”

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