Radio Frequency Identification Technology for Logistics, Tagging and EPC

GAO releases water-resistant RFID reader/writer

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

GAO RFID announced the release of its new water-resistant, high frequency handheld RFID reader/writer intended for information management, data collection and data transfer of RFID transponders.

The portable HF RFID reader/writer is compliant with the IP54 standards and meets all endurance criteria in terms of resistance to water, shock and dust allowing it to perform well in most harsh environments.


GAO’s model 243013 can be used in both North America and Europe, as it complies with both ISO15693 and ISO14443A/B protocols. The reader consumes little power, working up to 10 days on a single charge. It also has a RAM capacity of 64Mbit and flash memory ranging from 16Mbit to 144Mbit, it is also equipped with a monochromatic LCD screen, twenty-seven water-resistant keys and a RS232 communication interface.

The rugged design of the 243013 is designed for applications like access control, asset tracking, warehouse management and livestock tagging. [end] 

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The network access controller, model 491018, is able to connect to any type of Wiegand reader such as magnetic stripe reader, RFID reader or fingerprint reader. It also offers a master card for adding or deleting access privileges directly from the external reader, thus acting independently without connection to a network or PC.

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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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Casio Computer Co. has announced the development of a new NFC-enabled IT-9000 handheld terminal with printer module.

Slated to launch this year, the IT-9000E-MC25E is built for a range of operations that require mobile printing, such as mobile point of sale, receipts for public transportation, ticket and traffic violation issuance and field force automation.

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GAO RFID announced its handheld RFID reader series for animal identification and management, for applications such as stock breeding, animal control, or foodstuff tracking systems.

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