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Choosing an RFID Printer

Choosing an RFID Printer

When researching RFID printers, you will come across a huge selection of models, configurations, and features, some of which you will need and some of which may not be necessary to your use case. It is important to understand what you need prior to selecting your RFID printer. You can evaluate your needs by asking yourself the following questions: 1.Does print resolution matter? Do I need to print high resolution items? 2.What types of items will I be printing? 3.Where will the printer be locate …
Feb 15th 2020 Archit Dua
Frequently asked questions regarding RFID Tags.

Frequently asked questions regarding RFID Tags.

RFID tags play an important role when it comes to any RFID project. To help you out, we’ve outlined some frequently asked questions (FAQs) when it comes to RFID tags and choosing the right one for your project.= What is the difference between active and passive RFID tags? Active RFID tags have a battery and transmit out their own signal on a predefined (often times configurable interval) This signal may be received by an active RFID reader. Depending on the tag, this battery may be built …
Feb 5th 2020 Archit Dua
10 Key Checks for Installing a Fixed RFID Reader System

10 Key Checks for Installing a Fixed RFID Reader System

When deploying a traditional fixed RFID Reader System, there are usually a various activities that you go through before you get to the installation step. Just to list a couple: RFID tag, hardware and software selection Site survey and workflow analysis Proof of concept testing System design Procurement However, at the time of installation, it’s a great idea to check the following to make your installation as smooth as possible: Only connect / disconnect an RFID antenna to an RFID reade …
Jan 27th 2020 Archit Dua
Using RFID for Cycle Counting / Physical Inventory

Using RFID for Cycle Counting / Physical Inventory

Many businesses today conduct inventory counts as part of their operations. The purposes and frequencies of these counts may vary depending on the business. However, some example may include:Annual audits conducted from a financial perspective to cross verify that assets in the company’s books are in fact where they should be.Inventory cycle counts to cross verify inventory and ensure there are no variances. Common reasons for these variances may include overages/ shrinkage. Different stra …
Jan 19th 2020 Archit Dua
Checklist – Questions to Ask When Selecting an RFID Tag

Checklist – Questions to Ask When Selecting an RFID Tag

Selecting an appropriate RFID Tag is one of the most important steps when getting started with an RFID project. To help with that process, we’ve outlined 24 questions you can ask yourself to make you are picking the right one What is the footprint (size) available to attach the RFID Tag to the associated item? What will be the method to attach the RFID tag? (Embed, Adhesive, Rivet, Solder, Zip tie, etc.) Where on the object will the RFID tag be attached? How far away do you need to …
Jan 13th 2020 Archit Dua