Taking a Gamble on RFID
“When it comes to the tags, this is where a label converter like Repacorp will come into play,” continued Heinl. “Going after RFID tag business is similar to preparing a quote for standard labels, but with an extra step or two to account for the RFID technology.” She suggested starting with compiling the standard label basics, including finished width, length, face material, adhesive, printing, perforation, carrier and repeat. Then, dig into the specifics needed for RFID. “First, find out how the customer plans to encode information onto the chips. If the customer is using a printer, this will help determine the pitch, or repeat, and the placement of the inlay,” she said. “While this information is not necessary to quote the label, it is necessary to manufacture the label. Second, find out what material the tags are being applied to, such as corrugated, plastic or metal, and the contents of that item. Remember, metal, liquids and other materials can reflect, absorb or alter the RF signal, so it is important to be aware of these materials in the beginning.”
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