Using standard passive Gen 2 RFID tags on metal surfaces can be tricky because the interference from the metal detunes the tag’s antenna. Several workarounds exist to avoid this problem, such as using foam spacers to keep the tag’s antenna away from the metal surface, or building a metallic backplane into the tag. Sometimes, though, […]
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BarTender Librarian – keeping things under control
Keeping label files under control Let’s face it – in a lot of businesses, there isn’t good control of the different label files that are used. Often labels are stored on the hard drives of individual PCs and even if kept in a shared folder, the labels are often altered without the correct […]
Datamax no longer provides BarTender
For as long as I can remember, Datamax has included a copy of BarTender label software on the CD that comes with their new printers. Starting this month that will change. Instead of the BarTender install, Datamax provides a list of label software companies that are compatible with the printer. This isn’t really a big deal […]
Update on UDI Implementation
The FDA sought detailed feedback from medical device manufactures and hospitals on a unique device identification database (UDID) prototype recently. A pilot study, conducted in August of 2009, was done to determine the feasibility of collecting and storing UDI data from the supplier to the product’s point of use at five hospitals. The study included data on 621 […]
Happy Holidays from Winco ID
There is a chill in the air that reminds us of the approaching winter season in New England. The holidays bring warmth and good cheer as we think of all the reasons to be grateful. We are most grateful for our customers, friends we’ve met along the way, our partners and those who continue to […]
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