SATO provides Ultra High Frequency (UHF) RFID consumables in the forms of UHG RFID labels, UHF RFID tags, UHF RFID tickets, UHF RFID wristbands & UHF RFID bonding label cards. They are specifically designed and manufactured to work seamlessly with SATO’s printers for further printing and encoding of variable information.SATO RFID Label Tags are carefully crafted with the highest quality label materials and RFID antennas. SATO RFID Tag labels are specifically
SATO provides Ultra High Frequency (UHF) RFID consumables in the forms of UHG RFID labels, UHF RFID tags, UHF RFID tickets, UHF RFID wristbands & UHF RFID bonding label cards. They are specifically designed and manufactured to work seamlessly with SATO’s printers for further printing and encoding of variable information.
SATO RFID Label Tags are carefully crafted with the highest quality label materials and RFID antennas. SATO RFID Tag labels are specifically designed and manufactured to ensure optimum performance in your SATO printer. SATO printers are available in UHF models and SATO can supply RFID labels in either frequency.
UHF RFID Tags and Labels off-the-shelf or custom constructions with specific adhesives and face materials you can expect that your SATO RFID labels will perform to the highest standards when used in the SATO desktop printer or SATO print engines. Pre-printing, flood coating, custom; face stocks, adhesives and label sizes are also available.
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is auto-ID technology that is anticipated to enable advanced information services and bring us closer to a ubiquitous society. Besides barcodes, two-dimensional (2D) barcodes, and magnetic stripe cards that are conventionally used to carry data, newer technologies such as RFID, voice recognition and biometrics are now being introduced at a greater speed for improving business operations and security.
As RFID develops and its product lineup continues to expand, the technology is set to become an increasingly important tool for item-level identification, traceability, environmental sustainability, and many other applications in various industries such as manufacturing, logistics, retail, service and transportation.
Advantages of Using RFID
Read and write Identification data without making contact - RFID tags need not be held right next to reader devices like barcodes, meaning that they can be read even from tall shelves. Lesser hardware failure for RFID systems compared with magnetic card systems.
No line of sight required - UHF RFID tagged items in boxes can be scanned accurately without being unpacked as the tags can be read/written even when they cannot be physical seen. Reliable performance even when used in dirty outdoor environments.
Bulk reading - Large volumes of UHF RFID tags can be read simultaneously and do not have to be scanned individually like barcodes.
Data rewrite capability - Information in UHF RFID tags can be overwritten repeatedly for different usages so there is no need to keep changing tags, for example, when reusing returnable containers.
High levels of security - Suitable for secure applications as UHF RFID chips cannot be easily copied. Provide enhanced counterfeit protection when used for personal identification cards and tickets.
How does RFID Work - The interrogator/reader radiates electromagnetic energy, which may, depending on application, be received both in far field (radiating waves) and near field (inductive magnetic coil), by an RFID tag antenna connected to an RFID chip. The RFID chip is powered up by this energy, enabling a communication link between reader and tag, for wireless writing and reading of data stored in the chip memory
Main Frequencies used in RFID Systems - Varioud RFID systems operate in various frequency different ranges - Primarily used are the low frequency (LF), high frequency (HF), ultra-high frequency (UHF) bands, and RFID labels/ tags read differently at each of these frequencies. SATO offers a wide range of mainly UHF and HF (including NFC) products, tailoring its RFID solutions to meet customers’ needs and applications.
Characteristics of Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) (frequency 860–960 MHz) RFID - UHF RFID technology has long read range and wide directivity, making it suitable for far-field operations. The tags have anti-collision capabilities that ensure excellent read efficiency.
Bulk Reading - Simultaneous scanning of multiple tags to speed up stocktaking of apparel items, for example, at retail stores and their backrooms.
Long Read Range - Typically used at reading distances between 3m and 5m, ideal for supply chain applications such as the management of receiving and shipping processes in large warehouses and distribution centers.
Characteristics of High Frequency (HF) ( frequency 13.56 MHz) RFID - HF RFID technology is suitable for operations that require reliable reading at close range. As the tags use inductive coupling to communicate with readers, they are less susceptible to interference from metals or liquids
Reliable Reading at Close Range - Used in a wide variety of applications including production tracking. Data can be collected accurately in the vicinity of production lines without stoppages or productivity losses.
Capable of Reading Around Liquids - Well-suited for use in intravenous medication labels and patient wristbands as the read performance remains stable in the presence of liquids.
Characteristics of Near Feild Communication (NFC)/Felica Lite ( frequency 13.56 MHz) - NFC/FeliCa Lite is a type of HF RFID chip that is designed for close-proximity communication. Besides being commonly used in personal identification cards, it is also popular among many low-cost consumer services due to its high compatibility with smartphones and tablets.
Tap for Identity Verification - Proximity technology is the ideal choice for employee/student IDs, membership cards, and other forms of personal identification. It can also be used in the office together with electronic locks and computer login tools for greater security.
Linking to Online Content - NFC tags can be embedded into smart posters for online-to-offline (O2O) marketing, while NFC wristbands can be used to increase information touchpoints for tourism services and events.
RFID Applications in Manufacturing IndustryProduction History and Shipping Management - Use RFID tags and their unique identification codes to maintain full production history and prevent shipping errors (missing, incorrect, duplicate item or shipment).
Warehouse Receiving - Improve receiving efficiency by reading incoming materials all at once
RFID Applications in Retail Industry
Asset Management - The ability to do multiple batch readings significantly reduces time needed for stocktaking. As there is no need to scan price tags one by one, store clerks can free up more time to serve customers and acquire product knowledge, leading to improved customer service. RFID also contribute to search items efficiently at retail stores and their backrooms.
Attendance Tracking - Have staff tap their ID cards on RFID reader/writer to accurately track and record their in and out times.
Loss Prevention - Tag and manage inventory with RFID, and save the hassle of attaching EAS security tags. RFID tags work great for loss and theft prevention as they can be read while hidden.
Receiving Management - Verify incoming goods without unpacking, regardless of whether they are transported in single or mixed loads. This shortens the receiving process so that items can be stocked to retail shelves with speed.
Customer Service - RFID-enabled checkout at POS register cut time in queue. RFID enables batch scan purchases at cashier to cut checkout time radically.
RFID Applications in Healthcare Industry
Three-point Verification - Cross-check data on patient ID, nurse ID and medication label using RFID at point of administration to give patients assurance of accuracy and ease burden on hospital staff. For patients, RFID wristbands can be read from even over a blanket, without waking them if they are sleeping.
Prevention of Medical Errors - Batch scan RFID-tagged/labeled medical ampoules for each patient to ensure that the right injection drugs are mixed correctly.
Hospital Asset Management - Use RFID stickers to track medical devices/equipment and manage their maintenance. Even if thestickers are applied to the back of assets, scanning can be done without having to get behind the assets physically.
RFID Applications in other Industries
Data Protection - Protect files from any unauthorized removal while improving overall efficiency. Combine with employee IDs to enable real-time tracking of which employees are removing or replacing which documents. Employee IDs can also be used in the office together with electronic locks and computer/copier machine login tools for greater security
Children Safety - Support the unobtrusive monitoring of students going to and from school with RFID. Parents need not worry about their children’s safety as they can be kept informed about their whereabouts via email.
Concert & Event Ticketing - Admit only valid ticket holders in a swift and seamless manner with RFID that helps to effectively prevent ticket fraud.
