theRTLSBlog.com: Intelleflex offers RFID solution to improve harvest efficiency

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TheBarcodeNews: Loft Media Publishing and Veryfields.net have released the RFID TAG YEARBOOK 2010

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theRTLSBlog.com: PREMO adds its RFID tags to the VeryFields Database

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VeryFields Blog: XERAFY and partners are collaborating to provide custom solutions for the oil industry

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theRTLSBlog.com: Precyse Technologies Appoints Andy Mullins Chief Executive Officer New CEO Brings Strength in Growing Technology Companies OLD GREENWICH, Conn. – July 13, 2010 – Precyse Technologies, the industry leader in real-time location and supply-chain visibility solutions based on next-generation active RFID and asset network technologies, today announced the appointment of Andy Mullins to the position of Chief Executive Officer. Mullins brings more than 25 years of executive experience in leading software and wireless communications companies. "I’m excited to join the Precyse team; few companies have the comprehensive product offerings and experience that Precyse offers in real-time asset visibility solutions,” said Mullins. “We will continue delivering high-quality, turnkey solutions to our customers and partners, continuously expanding market share in the global manufacturing and defense markets. All of our resources and energies are directed at taking supply chain management into the 21st century.” Prior to joining Precyse, Mullins was president and CEO of DataPath, Inc., a leading provider of satellite and wireless communications to the U.S. Department of Defense, as well as to commercial customers. Under his leadership, DataPath grew to become the preferred provider of mobile ground communications networks in government and commercial marketplaces. “Precyse is on a fast-growth trajectory, and Andy’s extensive experience in building software and communications companies is vital as we drive an industry standard for asset communication,” said Paul Latchford, chairman of the Precyse Board of Directors. “Throughout his career, Andy has consistently demonstrated that he thinks strategically and grows businesses organically into industry leaders that provide world-class solutions to their customers. We are excited to have him onboard.” Prior to DataPath, Mr. Mullins served in various executive roles in DEC (Digital Equipment Corporation), MCI Communications, EMC and Candle Corporation, the world’s largest privately-held software company, where he was President and Chief Operating Officer, leading the acquisition and merger of Candle into IBM. About Precyse Technologies Precyse Technologies, the industry leader in real-time asset and supply chain visibility solutions, offers last-mile communication platforms that connect assets, machines, and IT platforms on a unified information network at one-mile range. The network automates data collection, enables managerial intelligence, and facilitates savings through inventory reduction, process automation and human error elimination, improved quality and supply chain agility. N3, the first bi-directional, wireless asset network standard from Precyse takes a leap forward in RFID evolution. Combined with the Precyse iLocate™ product suite, the Precyse solution delivers asset identification, location, wireless sensing, and remote machine control to Fortune 500 manufacturers and governments with a proven, under one year return. Coupled with the Precyse Smart Agent, a ‘cell phone’ built for assets, Precyse offers an out-of-the-box solution, introducing a new way for manufacturers, logistics providers and government organizations around the world to manage operations. To learn more, visit us at http://www.precysetech.com/ For more information contact: Michele Moore Emerge PR mmoore@emergepr.com 781-353-6414 x.261 ###

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theRTLSBlog.com: www.VeryFields.net adds Battery Assisted Passive tags to its database, the world's largest information source about RFID tags.

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PRWEB: (PRWEB) April 15, 2010 -- Vancouver-based Guard RFID Solutions Inc has announced the release of its new real-time locating system (RTLS) middleware engine – Argus 2.0. The updated Argus platform adds features designed to unlock additional functionality and increases end-user control for industrial, enterprise and healthcare applications. Standards-based Argus 2.0 is a highly configurable, easily-integrated platform supporting complete business solutions based on GuardRFID’s breakthrough active RFID tag technology.

“We are excited about offering our solution partners and customers the enhanced capabilities available in Argus 2.0. This reflects our commitment to continuously advancing our technology and staying at the forefront of what is possible in the RFID space,” said Zahir Abji, GuardRFID President & CEO. The new Argus 2.0 release delivers systems integrators and solution providers enhanced features, greater control over acquired tag data, and algorithms that provide better fault tolerance for external interfaces that have stability or reliability problems. Additionally, the Argus 2.0 comes with fully integrated interfaces for industry standard access control systems and all major CCTV systems.

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Pixavi: Pixavi today announced its new intrinsically safe, wireless, real time location system (RTLS), enabling organizations to precisely track location of both equipment and personnel. The RFID tag is certified for both Mining, Chemical plants and Oil&Gas according to IECex and ATEX and covering Zone 0, Zone 1 and Zone 2.

Intrinsically Safe Real Time Location Tracking Tag"We are very excited to introduce this technology to hazardous area applications. WLAN location tracking technology provides close to instant return on investment both from a safety and from an efficiency perspective," stated Pixavi Sales Director, Thomas Zaubi.

Using the award winning RTLS technology from Ekahau, Inc. the Xtag can operate on any existing standard Wi-Fi network, which eliminates the need to install dedicated infrastructure that otherwise would increase the equipment and installation cost considerably.

"By introducing this innovative client application to our diverse explosion proof wireless network product range, we are able to offer our customers a full range of Wi-Fi products, including access points, antennas, VoiP, wireless video communication, wireless surveillance cameras and location tracking devices," Zaubi continues.

Pixavi CEO, Christian Rokseth, added, "Wireless networks are already widely available in hazardous areas, which mean an instant access to this technology for many organizations. Today's worldwide financial situation puts a high demand on efficient and automated operation. Combining the Xtag location system with our Xpoint explosion proof and intrinsically safe access points, with the Xbeam EX explosion proof antennas, enables us to provide customer a full turn-key system. With this complete offering, our customers can now deploy a cost efficient, secure and solid RFID RTLS system for hazardous area Zone 0, zone 1 and zone 2."

Mr. Rokseth continues, "This new RTLS solution perfectly complements our state of the art wireless suite for hazardous area, like Pixavi's own intrinsically safe 802.11n wireless video communication technology, explosion proof wireless network producs, Wireless CCTV products and also third party wireless VoIP, PDAs, Rugged laptops and wireless Sensor Technology in order to increase efficiency and safety on these installations."

Pricing & Availability:

The Xtag is already available for ordering, with a pricing starting from 153 USD per tag. The Xtag is compatible with Ekahau RTLS software which is sold separately.

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Your Industry News: aSpanish Construction Companies FCC and ACCIONA Implement Employee Tracking Solution for Tunnel Workers' Safety, With Ekahau's T301BD Wireless LAN Staff Badge and Pager

Ekahau Inc., the worldwide leader in High Performance Wi-Fi-based Real Time Location Systems (RTLS), today announced that together with its Spanish integration partner, BAUTEL Comunicaciones S.L., it has successfully implemented a solution to track workers in underground tunnel projects as a joint venture with the construction companies FCC (Fomento de Construcciones Y Contratas, S.A.) and ACCIONA S.A.. The implementation is based on the Ekahau Wi-Fi RTLS solution that provides real-time location information on the whereabouts of people and assets anywhere within a sites Wi-Fi network coverage area, using the existing enterprise Wi-Fi network as the infrastructure platform.

"This was the first deployment we have done using Ekahau's new T301BD badge," comments Mr Fernando Carnicero, Manager at Bautel Comunicaciones S.L.. "Ekahau is an ideal solution for this purpose, as it provides both the real-time location of the worker in case of an emergency, but also two-way communication with the workers in the tunnel, through the badge's text messaging capability. This has a very clear value to the construction company to increase the safety of its employees, as the construction site is operational 24/7 in 3 work shifts."

The current implementation is operational in the Vigo, Galicia, construction project, where FCC - ACCIONA is excavating 2 tunnels both 8 kilometers (5 miles) in length. The Wi-Fi network is installed in the tunnels using fiber optic cabling for data, voice and tracking purposes. As the workers enter the tunnel in the beginning of their shift, they check in their ID cards for an Ekahau wireless T301BD safety badge. In case of an emergency, management is immediately alerted with the last known location of each worker in the tunnel. The solution also enables workers to call for help by pulling the emergency switch on the badge itself. Once the switch is pulled, safety personnel and management receive the help request with the location information of the incident.

"We have seen an increasing demand for personnel safety applications in several industries." comments Mr Arttu Huhtiniemi, Ekahau VP Product Management. "This Spanish tunnel work site is an excellent example of the value Ekahau's technology can provide in safeguarding the day to day well being of individual workers in these types of environments. Unlike other similar active RFID solutions, Ekahau uses the existing Wi-Fi network as the infrastructure, so the customer only needs to deploy Ekahau software and tags, which makes the deployment very fast and cost effective. In addition, the system provides a full 2-way communication capability for workers through text messaging over Wi-Fi, which is not available from any other RTLS vendor."

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RFID Journal: Nov. 23, 2009—RFID Journal has announced that it is now accepting submissions for the 2010 RFID Journal Awards, which recognize companies that have distinguished themselves by their successful use of RFID technology. The winners will be announced at RFID Journal LIVE! 2010, the company's eighth annual conference and exhibition, which will be held on Apr. 14-16, at the Orange County Convention Center, in Orlando, Fla.

The deadline for all submissions is Jan. 29, 2010. The awards will be given in five categories:

Best RFID Implementation: This award will be given to an end-user company utilizing RFID to improve its manufacturing, supply chain or retail operations. The winner will be the company that best demonstrates how radio frequency identification delivers real value to shareholders.

Best Use of RFID to Enhance a Product or Service: This award will be given to an end-user company that has employed RFID technology to enhance an existing product or service. The winner will be the firm that best demonstrates how it uses RFID to provide additional value to its customers.

Most Innovative Use of RFID: This award will be given to the end-user company with the most novel use of RFID technology to solve a business problem, deliver a return on investment to shareholders or improve customer service.

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