Radio Frequency Identification Technology for Logistics, Tagging and EPC

Digant launches Scosta-compatible modules

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Digant Technologies has announced an updated version of its HF RFID reader/writer modules. The new modules’ capabilities have been expanded to enable use with Scosta CL cards and tags in addition to MiFare devices.

The OEM modules, which come in a small format with an external antenna, or a slightly larger format which includes an internal antenna, can be to render equipment or terminals RFID-enabled and able to both read and write on MiFare or Scosta CL cards.


The modules are available with both RS232 and USB outputs to connect directly to the COM/USB port on a desktop computer or laptop. SDKs are provided with the devices to enable easy integration with customers’ existing systems.

Digant Technologies is a provider of RFID hardware based in Bangalore, India [end] 

Texas Instruments (TI) introduced a pair of encapsulated RFID mini-transponders designed for applications in animal tagging and asset tracking.

The 12mm TRPGR30TGC and TRPGP40TGC mini-transponders were developed to enable users a battery-free solution for embedding RFID tags into smaller objects across a broader range of applications. These transponders come ready-to-use and are 100 percent backwards compatible with all of TI’s RFID software and readers including power modules, control modules and micro readers.

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Murata and Beta LAYOUT announced a joint venture to launch an RFID starter kit aimed at printed circuit board (PCB) engineers and developers aspiring to incorporate RFID into their electronics design.

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SICK Group, a producer of sensors and sensor solutions for industrial applications, announced a range of new RFID readers and labels designed for identification in the automotive industry.

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HID Global unveiled the latest addition to its portfolio of RFID tags, with the announcement of the IronTag 176 ultra-high frequency (UHF) transponder.

This durable tag is suited for tracking a variety of metal parts and equipment. Originally designed for tracking aircraft parts during assembly and maintenance, the IronTag endures the harsh conditions of manufacturing and processing as well as vehicle and equipment operation.

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DigitalPersona has announced the launch a solution designed for use in battery-powered mobile biometric identification devices. The new solution, part of DigitalPersona’s U.are.U line called U.are.U 5100 series of fingerprint modules and sensors.

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Japanese mobile operator KDDI has announced that it will launch NFC-based commercial services with Japan Airlines, credit card issuers, retailers and loyalty program providers, reports NFC World.

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