How Can I Create RFID Tags That Are Resistant to Zappers?

Is it possible to do this—and if so, how practical would it be? —Name withheld ——— Theoretically, I would say it is possible. From a practical standpoint, however, it is not. A zapper works by overloading a silicon microchip with so much energy that it blows the tiny...

RFID News Roundup

Trimble, Truecount to deliver ThingMagic-powered RFID solutions; IDS Microchip releases new EPC-based Sensory Tag Chip; RF Code, Geist unveil data-center power-monitoring solution; PPG intros biodegradable Teslin substrate for smartcards, RFID inlays, more; taxis at Monterrey International Airport get tagged; SK Telecom exports EPC RFID reader USIM card to China.

Gador to Track Drugs in Argentina

The pharmaceutical company will employ an EPC Gen 2 RFID system to reduce the risk of counterfeiting, by applying a tag to each high-value product it ships.

Are There Any RFID Companies in the Philippines?

Please help me locate a vendor in my area. —Name withheld ——— The only company in that country that produces radio frequency identification technology of which I’m aware is Skyhawk Technology Systems. Hopefully, that firm will have the type of solution...
German Label Manufacturer Boosts Shipments

German Label Manufacturer Boosts Shipments

Herma is using RFID tags and readers to track the locations of adhesive labels within its warehouse, based on the whereabouts of forklifts that pick up and deposit the pallets loaded with those labels.