Pinpoint filed for bankruptcy after defaulting on a loan to a secured creditor. Stationary antennas can cover 10-foot wide loading docks typically found in warehouses to automatically identify cartons, pallets and returnable containers. A single reader can simultaneously identify up to 50 tagged objects. Each tag contains 1024 bits of memory, including a 48-bit serial number. For more information, visit the Texas Instruments Web site.
Helps prevent tampering in addition to tracking data.
The label combines a 13.56MHz chip with an adhesive that prevents label tampering on plastic carrying containers. The tag will target warehouse, item management and supply chain operations. SAMSys was designated as International Paper's primary passive RFID technology provider and is to provide technology to International Paper customers as part of the contract. International Paper is planning several intelligent packaging trials and tests of other RFID applications, probably involving other RFID vendors. The trials, done in conjunction with two national chains of quick-service restaurants in Raleigh, N.C., will ultimately provide a new level of convenience and speed to the quickly emerging mobile commerce market.