RFID Weekly News Roundup — August 13, 2009
The RFID industry got a new trade show and industry association this week. Other news highlighted in the weekly roundup include multiple new implementation announcements and a handful of product releases.
Where Can I Find Studies on RFID Market Share?
I’m looking for studies regarding the RFID market, and market shares for the major RFID technology players. Can you please tell me where such research can be found on the internet? —D. Jungbauer ——— I don’t believe this information is publicly available...How Are Retailers Using RFID to Track Clothing?
We are a software house in Brazil with a client that wants to use RFID in its clothing retail chain. Can you tell us how retailers are using the technology to track clothing in stores, and where benefits are being achieved? —Mario ——— Mario, Deploying RFID in a...Is RFID Technology Patent-Protected or Free to All?
Is radio frequency identification available, royalty-free, to anyone who sees potential for its use in a sector besides manufacturing and distribution? If so, how might one go about making an idea a reality? —Jake ——— Jake, There are many different types of RFID...
Global Postal Monitoring System Goes Live
The system, initiated by the Universal Postal Union, uses EPC Gen 2 RFID technology to measure delivery times for letters sent to and from 21 countries.
Coscon’s Customers Use Tags to Monitor Cargo
Unlike a conventional RFID system, the tags utilize the global cellular network to transmit a container’s ID number and location, as well as the cargo’s environmental condition and status.
New Impinj Reader Goes on Autopilot
The Speedway Revolution automatically adjusts to external conditions, such as RFID tag density or the presence of metallic objects, enabling improved performance and easier installation.
RFID Mail Tracking Expands to 21 Countries
This month 21 countries will begin using RFID to track delivery times for international mail. The Universal Postal Union expects the system will be adopted by more than 100 of its member nations.
Can HF Tags Withstand Rubber Vulcanizing?
We are sourcing an HF tag inlay capable of withstanding a rubber vulcanizing process for approximately one hour, with temperatures of up to 130 degrees Celsius and pressure up to 100 PSI. Are there any such tags on the market? —Name withheld ——— I am not aware of any...RFID Protects 911 Center From IT Emergencies
To prevent its electronic equipment from being damaged due to excessive heat, El Paso County’s 911 facility is using active tags with temperature-tracking sensors.