RFID Training Course -
Electronic Download or Online 14-Day Access

This comprehensive RFID course covers the entire gamut of the technology, right from Basic concepts to Security and Privacy issues related to RFID. The entire course is designed in an easy to understand manner with text, graphics and animations and without any complicated stuff. At the end, the learner can take a self assessment test (with scoring).

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Testing Window 1 for CAP® and CCST® Exams
March 1 - April 30, 2011

Each year, the CAP and CCST exams are available electronically during three testing windows. The application deadline for Testing Window 1 is January 14.

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Designing Systems that Combine HF RFID with Sensors
Sensors, December 2010
By Terry Rachwalski, Proxima RF Technology
High water-content items such as ice, water, produce, meat, and beverages can cause problems for some RFID technologies. This article discusses the differences between available RFID technologies.

RFID for smart position sensing  
Machine Design, November 2010
By Robert Repas
If you look at RFID tagging on a more-fundamental level, it’s essentially a smart proximity sensor. An RFID system detects the arrival of a pallet, and it can also determine what type of part is on that pallet by reading the identification code programmed into the tag.

Asset tracking: How industrial computers get the job done  
Industrial Embedded Systems, September 2010
By Christine Van De Graaf
Rugged computers go directly into equipment like forklifts, automating previously manual tracking tasks and improving speed, accuracy, and more. But not just any computer can step onto a forklift and survive the wear and tear.

Finding the right RFID tag  
InTech, August 2010
By Ronald Pulvermacher
Selecting an RFID tag can be a daunting task, so how do you decide?

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Cognex announces DataMan 500 image-based barcode reader
DataMan 500 achieves higher read rates, improved on-line visualization and higher reliability than laser scanners.

Microscan announces MINI Hawk direct part mark imager
MINI Hawk with three megapixel resolution is designed for reading small 2D direct part marks widely used in electronics manufacturing industries.

Other Product Announcements

• Daily releases EPC RFID Gen 2 Label
• R. STAHL announces ISwireless asset tracking system
• Isotech introduces Rotomark Rotary Table Laser Marking System
• Microscan introduces VS-1 Track and Trace

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IMPACT Vision Software Download
IMPACT vision software pairs with smart camera technology to provide enhanced usability and inspection capabilities for challenging machine vision applications. The API (application programming interface) works with the Microsoft ActiveX platform, allowing IMPACT data to be seamlessly embedded in local machine and/or factory control systems. Includes Pinpoint Pattern Find tool for high-speed inspection of randomly oriented, scaled, and located parts—with sub-pixel accuracy.

Advantech product selection guides, solution or product catalogs, case studies
Advantech offers a number of solution guides, product selection guides, catalogs and case studies - many are available in PDF format. The eAutomation Solutions Catalog introduces a full range of products, focusing on the following vertical sectors: Machine Automation, Power & Energy, Building Automation, Environment Monitoring Systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems, and Facility Management Systems.

Omron STI Guide to Non-Contact Detection and Measurement Scanners
This guide features helpful product selection guidelines, as well as detailed information, specifications, ordering information and application examples on their complete line of measuring light curtains, vehicle scanners, area sensors, part detection scanners and yarn break sensors.

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austriamicrosystems supplies RFID reader IC to Nordic ID  
Nordic ID’s new multifunctional handheld computer - the Nordic ID Morphic - uses austriamicrosystems’ AS3991 UHF RFID chip.

Wireless Bar Code Readers Provide Immediate Fault Reporting  
Process and Control Today, August 2010
IDC’s ZB111 wireless bar code reader is helping to minimise maintenance downtime and costs in a major (100,000m²) new distribution centre (DC) that IDC has recently automated for a global retailer.

Datalogic stops lost luggage at Rome airport  
By using bar code readers, the airport greatly decreased the problem of baggage lost and the consequential costs.

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Datalogic and Sick resolve patent disputes
Datalogic settled all pending disputes with Sick and granted a license for the use of Datalogic’s technology to the German company.

Datalogic signs distributor in China  
Fujian Newland Computer will promote Datalogic products in major projects and through its distribution network.

Ubisense appoints Adrian Jennings VP RTLS  
Jennings most recently held the position of CTO at Time Domain Corporation.

RFID market to grow to $5.63 billion in 2010  
RFIDNews, July 2010
The value of the entire RFID market - tags, readers, software/services, labels, fobs and all other factors – will increase to $5.63 billion in 2010, according to a recent survey conducted by IDTechEx. An increase from last year’s value of $5.03 billion, IDTechEx credits the growth to an increase in use of passive ultra high frequency tags used for asset tracking.

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RFID Training Course - Electronic Download or Online 14-Day Access
This comprehensive RFID course covers the entire gamut of the technology, right from Basic concepts to Security and Privacy issues related to RFID. The entire course is designed in an easy to understand manner with text, graphics and animations and without any complicated stuff. At the end, the learner can take a self assessment test (with scoring).

RFID Essentials Web-based Training
In about eight hours, users can acquire working knowledge of RFID technology, and how to apply and evaluate it.

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RFID
March 29, 2011 - March 31, 2011
Location: Paris, France
RFID is the only European event presenting the widest range of solutions and services dedicated to traceability and identification of movements, materials, products or people which integrate the technology of RFID.

Hannover Messe 2011
April 4, 2011 - April 8, 2011
Location: Hannover, Germany
With its line-up of 13 leading international trade shows, HANNOVER MESSE 2011 will be at full strength and will underline its global importance as a showcase for tomorrow's technologies and ideas. No other event presents as many ground-breaking innovations and integrated solutions. France is the partner country for 2011.

AUTOMATICON
April 5, 2011 - April 8, 2011
Location: Warsaw, Poland
AUTOMATICON is the most important trade fair for automation, control, measurement and robotics in Poland. The Fair is always accompanied by series of seminars, lectures and presentations which attract hundreds of specialists from all over the country.

Ridex Japan 2011
May 11, 2011 - May 13, 2011
Location: Tokyo, Japan
RIDEX Japan 2011 is an leading events of dedicated information about productions and warehouse technology in Japan. RIDEX Japan 2011 exhibition will showcase all types of productions and warehouse technology, production process controls systems and strategy technology system, Warehouse entry and exit tracking systems.

2011 Siemens Automation Summit
June 27, 2011 - June 30, 2011
Location: Orlando, FL, USA
Join Siemens to see live, hands-on demonstrations showcasing best-in-class solutions, hear from others how they have successfully applied solutions that you can use in your operations, and network with your peers and Siemens management.

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