Transponder technology proves itself in store logistics

Test project with system solution has been successfully completed.

Within the framework of a joint project with the renowned system integrator "etiscan", the company scemtec Transponder Technology carried out once more a demanding RFID project in the area of integral store logistics.  Thereby a RFID antenna solution for fork-lift trucks has been produced which is suitable for industrial applications. This solution is capable of communicating reliably with 13.56 MHz transponders even if directly surrounded by metal (see inserted picture of a robustly positioned antenna unit within the fork's area). The fully-automatic identification of the storage position takes place at the moment of loading or unloading without the driver of the fork-lift truck having to bring an influence to bear. During the pilot study the load identification itself had been taken via bar code scanner but could easily be carried out by modern transponder labelling instead. In the meantime 10 fork-lift trucks have already been equipped with this highly effective system solution. Additionally they are directly connected with the company's SAP system via a radio device.

"The possibilities which RFID opens up have by far not yet been exhausted, especially when it comes to logistics and there in particular to integral system solutions", so the head of development at scemtec. "Based on detailed problem analyses we can certainly develop integral RFID supported solutions in cooperation with those responsible for logistics. These solutions could be used for various demands within the warehouse itself as well as adjoining logistics areas."