Pick-by-RFID new possibilities. More and more mass-produced goods and packaging are being equipped with RFID tags (EPC). Modern order picking leverages this technology. Our RFID solutions track individual products in boxes, bins, pallets, and containers and are fully LUCA-Server with the LUCA-Server .
In this and future articles, we aim not only to introduce you to our LUCA systems and their applications but also to provide a detailed overview of the various possible combinations. We will also explain which picking systems work well together and how they are best utilized.
What is Pick-by-RFID?
First, we’ll answer the question before getting into the details. Pick-by-RFID one of many picking systems that directly utilize RFID tags. You have to imagine that eventually all items will be equipped with an RFID tag. Research on this topic has been ongoing for years. Currently, it is not the items themselves but primarily containers in a closed-loop system that are equipped with RFID tags.
The RFID tag’s electronics contain a rewritable memory in which information can be stored. Depending on the type, RFID tags have either a fixed ID or a rewritable memory. Not only the unique RFID ID itself, but also additional information can be stored in the RFID tag and used in the Pick-by-RFID. Generally, we have access to both rewritable and non-rewritable RFID tags.
Pick-by-RFID Design and Application
Depending on Pick-by-RFID application, Pick-by-RFID are integrated directly into products as labels, tags, seals, and hangtags in Pick-by-RFID . Some label printers have RFID writers built into the print head to store the printed information directly in the RFID tag. RFID tags must always be used in an electromagnetically permeable and NON-shielded environment.
RFID gates
RFID gates equipped with multiple antennas are installed between the picking stages in Pick-by-RFID at the goods receipt and goods issue areas. The gates enable the simultaneous detection of all RFID tags in a bin, on a pallet, or in a container. The LUCA-Server the processes and status displays and forwards the relevant information to the higher-level systems.
Mobile RFID-based Pick-by-RFID
Pick-by-RFID mobile RFID readers can be used for order picking, inventory counts, and inspections. Depending on the required functions and range, we have various handheld terminals and mobile devices available. The LUCA-Server all coordination across the individual process steps.
RFID Systems for Access Control
RFID tags are also successfully used for access control, product security, and transport security. Active RFID seals equipped with rechargeable batteries and GPS and GPRS capabilities provide optimal transport security and tracking. If tampered with, the RFID seals report the event, the time, and the GPS location to the monitoring center via GPRS.
Pick-by-RFID a picking method
During order picking, data is retrieved directly from the RFID tag. Only in rare cases does the tag contain only item numbers. More often, however, the RFID tag stores multiple pieces of information, which facilitates efficient processing.
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Conclusion
Pick-by-RFID many advantages of modern data processing that many other picking systems do not have. Data is captured directly at the item or container. RFID tags can not only be read but also written to. The traceability of individual processing steps can even be recorded directly in the RFID tags. Pick-by-RFID one of the most modern and forward-looking picking methods.
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