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.
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.
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.
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.
Some vendors missed opportunities to win new business, because they didn’t execute on basic sales and marketing tasks.
Reforms to U.S. patent practices could reduce frivolous lawsuits, which would help nascent technologies, including radio frequency identification, get off the ground.
AccelerateNFC and Startupbootcamp are providing mentorship and funding to Near Field Communication entrepreneurs in exchange for a percentage of equity.
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.
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.
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.