LXE, RF Code Debut Hybrid RTLS Solution

Real-time locating system combines RFID reader, software to let lift truck operators pinpoint asset placement

Real-time locating system combines RFID reader, software to let lift truck operators pinpoint asset placement

Mesa, AZ — May 5, 2006 — Mobile computing specialist LXE is teaming up with radio frequency ID solution provider RF Code to offer a "hybrid" real-time locating system (RTLS) based on LXE's RX1 rugged lift truck-mounted RFID reader, the two companies have announced.

In addition, RF Code has become a certified LXE RFID integration partner under a program that develops partners to provide integrated solutions that utilize the RX1 and its Spire RX antennas to RFID-enable warehouse operations. RF Code's TAVIS Mobile Suite integration of the RX1 has been tested as part of the certification process.

"For an RFID RTLS solution to be effective, it must deliver only the data that is wanted and only when it is wanted," said Kai Figwer, director of systems integration for LXE. "RF Code's TAVIS Mobile Suite integration of the RX1 offers a flexible and scalable solution that does just that."

RF Code said its TAVIS Mobile Suite allows passive RFID tags to serve as reference points for a real-time locating system within a warehouse environment. A lift truck-mounted RX1 reader combined with an onboard terminal running RF Code's software enables the operator to pinpoint the placement of specific pallets and assets, according to the two solution providers.

"The RX1 RTLS product is a significant addition to our hybrid RTLS solution set," said Dr. Nissim Ozer, RF Code's chief technology officer. "RF Code's TAVIS Mobile Suite allows customers to architect scalable solutions [that] feature passive RFID tags, active RFID tags, remote sensors and other auto-ID devices."


Additional Articles of Interest

— Contemplating RFID? Here are three critical questions to answer before embarking on a radio frequency identification initiative. Read "Recognizing Real RFID Adoption Potential," in the February/March 2006 issue of Supply & Demand Chain Executive.

— A recent independent study revealed that Wal-Mart customers are finding the items they wanted in stock more often due to the retailer's use of RFID technologies when compared to control stores. Read more in "Wal-Mart Achieving Improved On-shelf Availability with RFID, Study Finds" on SDCExec.com.


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