Radio Frequency Identification Technology for Logistics, Tagging and EPC

Long distance identification made easy with GAO

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

To meet the demand for applications requiring long distance identification, such as agriculture and industrial environments, GAO RFID has launched its fixed reader antenna panel.

This LF fixed reader antenna, model 312001, features a compact design and durable construction making it resistant to typical environmental influences.


The low frequency antenna panel, in combination with stationary RFID readers, provides excellent performance even in noisy conditions. It is generally used for contactless identification of animals. It is a solution for applications in agriculture and industrial automation.

Different sizes are also available for an optimal choice in terms of reading volume and installation space. The antenna can be used in double-sided arrangements with a single reader for applications that require large reading volumes.

In addition, it allows for a read range of up to 80 cm with HDX transponder of 30mm or up to 55cm with FDX-B transponder of 30mm. [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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VeriTeQ announced it has acquired the VeriChip implantable microchip and related technologies and Health Link Web-based personal health record (PHR) from Positive ID. VeriChip is the FDA-cleared RFID implantable microchip for humans and patient identification.

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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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Yubico and SSO Easy have partnered to create a simplified two-factor authentication for single sign-on (SSO).

Designed for users who must implement strong two-factor authentication for access to SAML-based SSO servers, critical applications and sensitive information, this solution utilizes Yubico’s YubiKey driverless USB-token to log in with a one-time password.

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Singapore-based company Innova Technology has developed a smart card designed to help consumers hang onto their wallets, smart phones and other small items.

As reported on CNET, Innova’s “anti-Loss” product is a smart card that functions via Bluetooth. Users can put it with their wallet, purse or other similar small, valuable items.

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UPM RFID made its race-timing debut at the Long Distance Triathlon European Championships 2011. Competitors from more than 20 European countries were caught sporting tailor-made, water-resistant ankle bands embedded with UPM DogBone RFID tags.

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