RFID Blog

RFD40 UHF RFID Sled: A Comprehensive Overview

RFD40 UHF RFID Sled: A Comprehensive Overview

In today’s fast-paced retail, logistics, healthcare, and warehousing environments, the need for rapid, accurate data collection and inventory management is more crucial than ever. Enter the Zebra RFD40 UHF RFID Sled — a high-performance, ultra-reliable RFID reader designed to supercharge the capabilities of Zebra mobile computers. The RFD40 series includes three distinct models tailored to various enterprise requirements: the Standard, Premium, and Premium Plus models. This article p …
May 20th 2025
RFID Portals vs. Handhelds: Which Is Better?

RFID Portals vs. Handhelds: Which Is Better?

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology has revolutionized asset tracking, inventory management, and logistics. Companies across industries—from retail and manufacturing to healthcare and aerospace—are embracing RFID to gain real-time visibility into their operations. Two primary types of RFID reading systems dominate the conversation: RFID portals and handheld RFID readers. Each offers distinct advantages and potential drawbacks depending on the environment, the use case, …
May 5th 2025
Best Use Cases of RFID in Data Centers

Best Use Cases of RFID in Data Centers

Radio Frequency Identification is a technology that uses radio waves to identify and track objects. It works by attaching small RFID tags to assets, which RFID readers then read to gather data about the location, movement, or condition of those items.   In data centers, where assets like servers, routers, and cables are critical to operations, managing these resources efficiently is vital. Effective asset management improves operational efficiency, reduces downtime, and ensures the security …
Feb 24th 2025
RFID Systems vs. Barcode Systems: A Comparative Analysis

RFID Systems vs. Barcode Systems: A Comparative Analysis

Introduction- In the world of inventory management and supply chain logistics, two technologies stand out: Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and barcode systems. Both have revolutionized how businesses track assets, manage inventory, and streamline operations. This article provides a comprehensive comparison of RFID software and barcode systems, examining their strengths, weaknesses, and optimal use cases. Overview of TechnologiesBarcode Systems Barcode technology, introduced in the 194 …
Nov 18th 2024
Using RFID for Asset Tracking

Using RFID for Asset Tracking

Every business has assets that it uses to streamline it’s operations. Whether it be laptops to simplify IT operations or machinery to conduct manufacturing, it’s important the business understands where these assets are and the operational status of the items.RFID technology provides simplification of accountability of assets by making it easy to collect data regarding the asset. The technology is being used today to track and manage assets for use cases like fixed asset management, IT asset tra …
Jul 20th 2020 Archit Dua