Secura Key, CCL Label Create Reader/Writer for Pharmacies
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| Secura Key and CCL Label designed their reader/writer offerings
for pharmacies, with small footprint in mind. |
Chatsworth, Calif. and Highstown, N.J.-Secura Key, manufacturer of RFID
technology cards and card readers, has partnered with CCL Label, which
provides multi-color and multi-layer RFID labels and package inserts with
virtually any type of RFID inlay, to produce a reader/writer that is suitable
for wide-scale deployment within pharmacies.
The firms developed two reader form factors with limited
footprint in mind. One product (Model ET4-AUC, shown at right, above) is
shaped like a small, flat-topped pyramid (3x2x2.4"), while the other
(Model ET4-AUP, below) resembles a mouse pad, say company officials. A
single USB cable carries power to the units and data back to the PC.
Both soon-to-be-released products are ISO 15693-based.
ScanSource Distributes Alien, Printronix, Sato Products
Greenville, S.C.-ScanSource has announced several distribution agreements
with RFID equipment manufacturers:
Alien Technology-ScanSource will distribute Alien's RFID reader and
tag products, as well as applications and educational support services
in the North American market.
Printronix-ScanSource will distribute Printronix's RFID Smart products,
including SmartLine printers, thermal transfer and direct thermal
printers, consumables and service packs, and RFID and Auto-ID consulting
services.
Sato America-ScanSource serves as a Sato RFID Certified Partner,
and will support the sales activities of Sato RFID-certified value
added resellers.
OATSystems Software Geared for ROI, Data Management
Waltham, Mass.-OATSystems, Inc. has announced the release of its Pathway
to ROI solution set for consumer products companies, comprising the Comply
for ROI and ROI for CP offerings that are built on the company's Foundation
Suite of software, the latter of which has been released in version 4.5.
The company's Pathway to ROI offering includes software, hardware,
and services that are designed to take a company through six steps to
achieve compliance, as well as generate value from RFID data. Also part
of ROI for CP is the ePod (electronic proof-of-delivery) module that enables
claims managers to automatically verify retailer deductions, and prevent
claims from occurring in the first place, says the manufacturer.
OAT's Foundation Suite 4.5 upgrade comprises what the firm says is
the first RFID data management system that turns RFID data into usable
information, and the first RFID design environment that allows users
to easily make changes and additions to their deployments on their
own.
Hunkar Adds Synchronization to Label Control
System
Cincinnati, Ohio-Hunkar Packaging has announced that its VisuaLabel
automated label application control system now offers synchronized integration
of most labeling system components, including conveyors, wrap stations,
and pacing mechanisms. Says the company, system speed can be adjusted
simply by changing conveyor speed. Further, a user-friendly touchscreen
control can be used with the Hunkar f.4500 applicator and f.9800
print/apply system as well as custom systems built by the company.
Checkpoint Enhances Library System Offering
Thorofare, N.J.-Checkpoint Systems Inc. has announced several enhancements
to its RFID-driven Intelligent Library System (ILS) Patron Self-Checkout
Station. According to the company, major new features include DiscMate,
which enables the secure check-out of CDs and DVDs, and CheckView, which
allows one library staff member to simultaneously monitor up to four self-checkout
stations from a single point in the library.
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