RFIDNews | 3M unveils new product designs at ALA Conference

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

3M will introduce a number of new technologies and product designs at the upcoming American Library Association Annual Conference & Exhibition, June 25 - June 28 in Washington, DC.

One of which is the 3M Command Center Software, which will replace 3M Stats and Status and Configuration Software. This software provides libraries with web-based platform for real-time performance monitoring and management of 3M SelfCheck Systems and automated materials handling systems, and RFID Detection Systems, in one easy-to-use software package.

3M will also introduce three new RFID SelfCheck System R-Series Designs, with new software themes for an enhanced customer experience and for promoting patron self-service.

An enhanced workstation that uses two-way communication with the integrated library system circulation module will also be on display. The workstation will show how staff can process items quickly and safely, including items with flags, and special exceptions without reprocessing.

Mass. library sets to debut RFID self-checkout system

Goodnow Library of Sudbury, Massachusetts is planning the debut of an enhanced RFID-enabled self-checkout system, according to The MetroWest Daily News.

Using a simple touch screen monitor, library patrons will be able to check out books, CDs and DVDs – up to 10 at a time – without the help from a librarian. Surrounding area libraries that have yet made the leap to RFID are using bar-code self-checkout lanes, which allow patrons to check out books one at a time using the same system that librarians use.

Bibliotheca expands service and support with Pitney Bowes

Bibliotheca Inc., provider of RFID solutions for libraries worldwide, announced collaboration with Pitney Bowes to expand the company’s geographical coverage and resources for serving library customers throughout the U.S.

HP helps automate Hong Kong libraries

Hewlett Packard has signed a contract in China to assist Hong Kong Public Libraries in the delivery and support of a new integrated library system.

Milwaukee libraries convert to RFID

In partnership with Integrated Technology Group, the Milwaukee Public Library system is converting its entire collection to RFID.

ITG will be responsible for installing a complete RFID library automation system, including XpressCheck patron self-service units, FlexCheck staff stations, Total Mobile tagging and shelf management carts, and sorters.

Frisco Public Library goes RFID

The Frisco Public Library, Frisco, Tex., reopened last week providing a faster way to check out and check in books and media materials. Volunteers worked for ten days while the library was closed to update more than 145,000 books, DVDs and CDs.

Arkansas libraries bound into RFID

Two Central Arkansas public libraries are currently in the process of converting to and installing an RFID-enabled check system, according to a local news report.

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3M unveils new product designs at ALA Conference