Polymer Electronics Consortium Inches Closer to Its Goal
By the end of 2007, European consortium PolyApply expects to finish the working prototype of a semi-printed polymer RFID tag.
RFID: There’s Nothing To Fear Except Fear Itself
Rob Atkinson, president of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation, defended RFID at the 16th Annual Computers, Freedom and Privacy Conference, held May 4, 2006, in Washington, D.C.
Maybe Pharma Will Move Ahead with RFID in ’07
Sources say major pharmaceutical companies are planning to require RFID tagging to get out in front of regulations.
Zebra Acquires Active RFID Provider WhereNet
Specialty printer solution provider Zebra Technologies has entered the active RFID market by acquiring real-time locating systems (RTLS) technology provider WhereNet for $126 million in a deal announced yesterday.
Zebra Buys WhereNet
The provider of passive RFID labels and printer-encoders broadens its RFID reach by adding active-tag technology to its product portfolio.
RFID Revs Up Honda Italia’s Motorcycle Production
The company plans to use the technology to track inventory, automate parts replenishment and ensure that the correct components are paired with the right chassis.
Seven Companies Sign Up for Savi IP License
These firms now have the right to manufacture and sell 433 MHz active RFID tags and interrogators compliant with the ISO 18000-7 standard.
RFID News Roundup
ThingMagic says new OS boosts reader performance; forklift attachment integrates RFID; TI unveils new HF reader chipset; Avery, Vue Technology joining forces for retailers; Fluensee, Intelleflex combine offerings; Spartan stores accepting RFID payments; Manakoa to leverage newly acquired wireless license; Atmel and SkyeTek partnering.
Maybe Pharma Will Move Ahead with RFID in ’07
Sources say major pharmaceutical companies are planning to require RFID tagging to get out in front of regulations.
RFID Portrayed in a Positive Light
A CNBC segment aimed at consumers shows how RFID baggage tagging could reduce hassles for travelers.