Radio Frequency Identification Technology for Logistics, Tagging and EPC

TransCore's LoadLink soon to integrate Google Maps

Thursday, July 8, 2010

TransCore’s Canadian-based Link Logistics announced the integration of Google Maps API Premier into its Loadlink logistics freight matching service.

This added feature will allow Loadlink customers to map the origin and destination of all freight and equipment postings and matching leads. Users have the option of viewing their leads in satellite and street views.

This service will be available to all Platinum customers at no additional charge this year, without requiring any configuration changes. [end] 

XERAFY, provider of EPC Gen2 RFID read-on-metal solutions, announced a strategic partnership with foreign material exclusion provider, Access Solutions LLC.

From the partnership Access Solutions’ FME S.T.A.R.trac SM will integrate XERAFY’s EPC Gen2 RFID-on-metal ROM tags, enhancing accountability and maintenance methods by enabling power generation and aviation organizations to track objects with real-time visibility data and prevent foreign object damage.

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Hawaiian Legacy Hardwoods is implementing an RFID tree-tracking database that will allow investors of a company sponsored Koa reforestation project to track and monitor the progress of their investment in real time.

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Students at Columbus State University will soon be able to swipe their smart phones like their student ID cards with the use of a new app developed by university programmers and Google.

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TransCore announced that it has been selected by the North Carolina Turnpike Authority to provide RFID technology for statewide wireless toll collection systems.

The installation will include TransCore’s Encompass six multi-protocol RFID readers, eGo Plus RFID windshield sticker tags, and eZGo Anywhere multiprotocol transponders along with selected support services.

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In partnership with Google, Columbus State University in Georgia recently developed a mobile application for Android-based devices - that ultimately provides a substitute for the campus ID card. Students can use this app to check out books from the library and access student discounts at participating merchants.

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APS Technology Group is partnering with Zebra to integrate solutions for tracking containers and truck processing for the Gulf Stevedoring Contracting Company of Saudi Arabia.

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