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Barcode Technologies Ltd and RFID Technologies - newly launched RFID web site - www.rfid-uk.com - UK's leading provider, for over 30 years, of products & solutions in barcode & RFID data capture and AutoID and mobile computing systems with comprehensive range of Barcode & RFID printers, Barcode & RFID scanners as well as Barcode & RFID Handheld Mobile Computers to address all your automatic identification and data capture and critical data management needs to maximise efficiency and profitability for your company.
RFID, Links & Quotes, News, Technology
28 May 2026
Jewel-Traker SaaS Solution works very well with the CAEN trID R1210I RAIN RFID Smart Tray Reader for managing RFID-tagged diamond rings, watches, and other high-value jewellery in shop display and storage trays.
How the Integration Works:
Jewel-Traker is a cloud-based SaaS platform developed by Barcode Technologies Ltd (RFID-UK) specifically for luxury jewellery management. It uses UHF RFID technology for real-time tracking and is designed to integrate with hardware like the CAEN trID R1210I.
Typical Workflow:
RFID Tagging — Each piece (ring, watch, etc.) gets a discreet, high-performance UHF RFID tag (small printable labels with Impinj chips like M730, often with a looping tail for rings or adhesive for watches).
These RFID tags are metal-friendly and aesthetic.
Smart Tray Reading — Place the CAEN trID R1210I under or embedded in the jewellery tray. Its near-field antenna reads all tags on the tray quickly and accurately (within ~15 cm), even in dense metallic environments. No need to remove items.
Data Capture — The CAEN trID R1210I connects via Bluetooth (wireless to tablet/phone) or USB to a device running the Jewel-Traker app or web interface. It sends bulk tag reads instantly to the cloud.
Jewel-Traker SaaS Processes the Data:
Automatically updates inventory in real-time (what’s on the tray, what’s missing, location).
Logs movements (display → storage → sale → repair).
Triggers alerts for discrepancies (e.g., missing item = potential theft).
Provides dashboard analytics, stock reports, audit history, and provenance tracking.
Security & Control Features:
Anti-theft / Loss Prevention: Real-time monitoring of display trays. Alerts if items are removed without authorisation.
Fast Audits: Count an entire high-value tray in seconds instead of minutes.
Access Control: Role-based permissions, tamper alerts, and integration with gates or CCTV triggers.
Better Asset Control: Full history per item (sales, repairs, certificates, valuations).
Key Benefits:
Speed & Accuracy: Bulk reading of dozens of tagged rings/watches on one tray without manual handling.
Discreet & Elegant: The slim CAEN trID R1210I fits luxury trays perfectly; Jewel-Traker keeps the focus on customer experience.
Multi-Location Visibility: Track items across display trays, storage, multiple stores, or repairs via the cloud.
Return of Investment (ROI): Reduces shrinkage, speeds up stock takes, improves sales......
RFID, Links & Quotes, News, Technology
28 May 2026
Royal Ray Ourea RRUx1508M RAIN RFID Reader Module is the world's smallest RAIN RFID Reader Module with Gen2X support. Measuring just 15×8×2.9 mm, this chip-scale module enables OEMs to embed RAIN RFID into mobile computers, wearables, robotics, and smart IoT devices without sacrificing performance or valuable device real estate.
Royal Ray Ourea Series (model RRUx1508M) RAIN RFID Reader Module is an ultra-compact embedded RAIN UHF RFID Reader Module, full-featured Gen2X-enabled RAIN RFID module. It enables OEMs to add high-performance RAIN RFID capabilities to products where traditional modules were too large or power-hungry.
Key Specifications:
Size/Dimensions: 15 × 8 × 2.9 mm (chip-scale size) — roughly half the size of previous flagship modules.
Reader Chip: Powered by Impinj E Family reader ICs.
Protocol Support: Native Impinj Gen2X support (enhances read rates, inventory throughput, performance on challenging materials like metal/liquids, plus authentication, encryption, and anti-counterfeiting features).
RF Output: Up to 27–28 dBm (maximum), with excellent receive sensitivity.
Power/Input: Wide voltage range (3.6–5.5V), designed for low-power operation.
Filters: Built-in dual SAW filters for global frequency compliance.
Form Factors: Available in rectangular and square variants for flexible integration.
Mounting: Surface-mountable for direct integration onto motherboards.
Main Features & Benefits:
Miniaturization breakthrough — Uses a patent-pending "Ourea Stacked Architecture" (3D stacking) to maintain high performance in an extremely small footprint.
Global Certification — Ready for worldwide use without per-region recertification hassles.
Performance — Matches or exceeds larger industrial modules in read range, speed, and reliability despite the tiny size.
Security — Supports tag authentication, encryption, anti-counterfeiting, and kill functions.
Reliability — Industrial-grade design optimised for thermal balance and stable operation in complex environments.
Target Uses & Applications:
Royal Ray positions the Ourea Series for space and power-constrained devices, including:
Wearables and smart devices (e.g., smart eyewear)
Portable medical equipment and diagnostic tools
Ultra-thin tablets/PDAs
Drones and robotics
Retail inventory terminals
Embedded IoT systems, smart cabinets/shelves, and vehicle-mounted units
It......
RFID, Links & Quotes, News, Technology
20 May 2026
Using RFID Technologies UHF RFID tags to attached Beer Kegs to track their location, cleaning cycles and filling status with streamline warehouse, distribution, and return processes through automated bulk scanning. RFID UHF tags attached to beer kegs are rugged, specialised transponders to track their location, cleaning cycles, and filling status. RFID UHF tags attached to beer kegs drastically reduce keg loss (which can average up to 5%) and streamline warehouse, distribution, and return processes through automated bulk scanning.
Key Features:
Built for Extremes: Keg tags are designed to handle rigorous sterilisation processes, caustic soda washing, and high-impact industrial environments.
On-Metal Capabilities: Because standard RFID tags fail when applied to stainless steel, keg tags (like the HID EXO Keg Tag) utilise specialised encasements to ensure reliable, long-range reading.
Bulk Reading: RAIN® RFID (UHF) tags allow breweries to scan entire pallets or full truckloads of kegs in seconds.
NFC Integration: Some breweries opt for NFC combo tags, allowing consumers or pub staff to scan the tag with a smartphone for quick information, such as keg batch details or return instructions.
Why Breweries Use UHF RFID tags to attached Beer Kegs to track their location, cleaning cycles and filling status:
Full Inventory Management: Provides real-time visibility of kegs in the warehouse, in transit, and at customer venues.
Asset Protection: Discourages theft and loss, cutting average keg loss rates from an industry average of 5% down to 1% or less.
On-Metal UHF RFID Tag UHF RFID tags for beer kegs are specialised, passive (or sometimes semi-passive) transponders designed for harsh industrial environments. They enable automated, contactless tracking of kegs throughout their life cycle including filling, distribution, use at bars/pubs, return, cleaning, and refilling which reduces losses, improving inventory accuracy, and ensuring hygiene compliance.
Why use UHF RFID Technologies:
On-Metal UHF RFID Tag UHF RFID tags use UHF -Ultra-High Frequency, typically 860–960 MHz, RAIN RFID - is preferred for keg tracking due to its long read range (several meters, up to 8+ feet depending on the tag/reader) and ability to read multiple tags simultaneously (bulk reading) without line-of-sight.
This allows fast scanning at portals (e.g., as kegs enter/exit facilities), on filling lines, or with handheld readers.
Unlike barcodes, tags survive......
