RFID Solutions: Applied Intelligence at Markem
Applied Intelligence, a MARKEM group, has been established to provide fully integrated solutions for identifying products with Electronic Product Codes (EPCs), at production line speeds. The newly established organization offers equipment, supplies and services for the printing and reading of EPCs as well as providing the equipment supplies and services for programming and application of
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) labels used for "Smart Labels", "Smart Packaging" and for handling both redundant and unique readable EPC codes. Applied Intelligence's equipment can be integrated into high speed production packaging lines where electronic codes will be applied directly onto products at the case identification or pallet labeling stations. In the case of RFID tags, multiple tags can be read at a single time using non-line-of-sight auto identification, enabling better tracking and control of products throughout their entire life cycle.
We are developing strategic partnerships and alliances with targeted customers to develop and deploy customized solutions to meet identified customer needs. At this time, we are very interested in exploring candidate companies with whom we might work to further enhance our understanding and capabilities. Should you have an interest, please contact us at (+1-603-357-8014) to discuss your needs and requirements. We welcome the opportunity to share our thoughts and discuss further how Applied Intelligence's RFID solutions might meet your needs.
MARKEM provides intelligent product identification solutions including equipment, software, supplies and services to meet primary, case coding and pallet labeling applications for industries including food and beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care and electronics.
Radio Frequency Identification, commonly referred to as RFID, uses radio waves to automatically identify individual items. The technology has been around since the mid 1930's. Work on radar technology led to development of the first RFID transponders for IFF Systems (Identification Friend or Foe) in aircraft.
The basis for the system was a ground-based transmitter, the interrogator, that broadcast a radio signal to the aircraft, and a transponder on the aircraft that could receive and reply to this signal. Interrogations within IFF used very specific types of signals, or modes.
In the late 1960's, the U.S. Government used RFID technology to track nuclear materials.
The technology was released to the public sector in the late 1970’s having initial commercialization in applications for access control and security.
Today the technology is used in many applications visible to consumers.
In application, electronic information is written to and read from RFID Tags. These RFID tags are in effect small microchips. They listen for a radio query and respond by transmitting their unique ID code. Most RFID tags have no batteries: They use the power from the initial radio signal to transmit their response. High frequency tags operate at 13.5 mHZ and are used in security and access applications. Ultra-high frequency tags operate at 900mHz and will be used in logistics applications.
An Electronic Product Codes (EPC), is an Auto-ID Center global standard and globally unique number that allows product tracking and tracing at the item level throughout the supply chain. It consists of three fields: manufacturer ID, product ID and serial number. EPCs can be programmed into an RFID tag and the tags embedded in packaging to allow for "smart packaging". These tags can be read by non-line-of-sight systems to enable real time inventory, increase distribution velocity, protect brands and track/trace out-of-date products.
Applied Intelligence - a group within MARKEM - provides fully integrated solutions for identifying products with EPCs at production line speeds. As RFID technology gains favor over conventional barcodes to identify and track cases and pallets throughout the supply chain, product identification can be achieved with this non line of sight technology. RFID tags programmed with an EPC (GTIN+Serial Number) act as product identifiers instead of (or in addition to) a barcode. Applied Intelligence focuses on providing solutions that help companies comply with RFID and EPC requirements.
MARKEM pallet labeling systems can label up to 3 sides (front, side, rear) of a pallet, using secure data direct from your host system meeting all national and international standards. Flexible system design means these systems will be able to keep pace with changes in logistical, marketing and customer demands.
Stand alone or integrated. Our pallet labeling systems can operate as stand-alone units or as part of an integrated production line. Store infromation and designs locally in the built-in memory, and run the machines from internal control signals while the operator selects products and data. Or link it into the control systems and host system, and select pallet labels automatically via incoming barcodes on products or from the host system.
International standards. Designed for international use and to comply with international standards: ANA/UCC/EAN-128/ European Labeling Standards, and Serial Shipping Container Codes.
Control via 3 methods of operation. Optical sensors across the line, directly from your host system, or linked to your programmable logic control (PLC) system. Timing diagrams available.
We incorporate user feedback and the extensive experience gained from our worldwide installed base to make these the most reliable and functional pallet labeling systems on the market. Their superior reliability helps reduce downtime on your production line, and their crisp sharp codes and text mean information that's always legible and scannable.
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