Colored fish with barcodes for research purposes
What happen to skin cells when we get older, when scratches heal or how is their development when whole body parts are amputated? Scientist from the Duke University in the United States wanted to find out. Therefore they changed the DNA of zebrafish in a way that each skin cell had a different color. This individual, colored and natural Barcode results in some spectacular new perceptions in medical research. Over 70 different color shades It's called Skinbow, the procedure wi
Woven RFID lables to prevent product counterfeiting
To prevent products from counterfeiting and to optimize the logistic processes in long-term, the fashion company Vivienne Westwood decided to use woven RFID labels in her products. The necessary RFID technology is gained by TexTrace and EE Labels. Increased volume of counterfeit products Forgeries of designer products are currently sold 20-60 percent under the market value and are more and more destructive for the company’s image, Fashion United writes. This is the reason wh
Barcode or RFID? More than a question of faith
The newest PANMOBIL article in the current edition of the Trade journal IT & Production: As well as Barcodes and RFID are established technologies for automatic recognition. Whoever needs to decide between these two, needs to analyze precisely in which context the technology needs to be applied? They differ in their qualities in different application scenarios andaren't as good as the other depending on the application environment. More about this in the current edition of IT
Will there soon be invisible barcodes?
The barcode existing today has a lot to deal with. Besides the item number it should also have some extra information like expiry dates, detailed information about the product and the targeting groups that frequently change. To fit all the information requirements from the industry and the commerce there are next to the classical EAN-Code, also a QR-Code or a Datamatrix Code. GS1 is currently working on a new solution so it is possible to put all these information in just one
Working environment in the stone quarry - Not for Scanner wimps!
Wind, dust, rain, humidity, moisture and vibrations these are all working conditions which a regular Scanner wouldn't survive. The bmk stone quarry companies don't even think about using some cheap scanner. To document their working processes professionally they decided to use the powerlinECCO+ from PANMOBIL. A scanner that resists these working conditions! Shell limestone out of 70 meters depth 07:00 am the day starts for about 200 bmk staff members at 4 locations in Baden-W
Software duo for a successful system integration
PANMOBILs Barcode and RFID scanner can directly be used out of the box without any big adjustments to your system environment. Our software success duo makes it possible for every scanner: our "Master Setup" and the PANMOBIL “EMMware with SCOUTtechnology”. Are you looking for a reliable and mobile scanner for clever RFID solutions? We recommend our powerlineECCO+ for example: #PANMOBILLive
Barcode or RFID? Which product labelling should I use?
If you want to use an automatic data capturing system in your company to optimize the production and to improve the workflow, the first question that pops up is which technology to use? Barcode as well as RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) have their advantages and disadvantages. The most important fact is to figure out in advance, where you want to use the AutoID technology? Important is a detailed environment analysis In which application area should the specific technol
Unique Middleware for universal data junction
An Interview with Andreas Binder, Manager of the Development Department at the cologne AutoID manufacturer PANMOBIL, about the possibilities of the EMMware with SCOUTtechnology, the future of the AutoID and the quality brand “Made in Germany”. The scanner of your company have an unique Middleware. How does that differ from the competition? The others don’t have one! The general assignment of an AutoID tool is basically: Read a specific transponder or barcode from a distance a
RFID solutions for the appartment of tomorow
NFC cards instead of using the remote control for zapping, a touch screen in the bathroom mirror which shows your emails and your schedule while you are brushing your teeth, a RFID closet which makes suggestion to what to wear according to the weather: the workshop of the Bremen Ambient Assisted Living Lab (BAALL) collected ideas and wishes of people about how the technology apartment in the future should look alike. The latest ideas have been realized in a test apartment. "S
AIDA PRIMA: The new luxury cruise counts on RFID solutions
The new giant is 300 meter long, 17 decks high and has a lot of fancy luxury for the guests: The new cruise ship called "AIDA PRIMA" is going on its first trip on the end of April and the passengers of all ages are going to experience tasty new restaurants, bigger swimming pools and expanded Wellness Oasis. Thanks to RFID all the daily routine assignment are supposed to work out very smooth and comfortably. The boarding pass and the RFID bracelet are waiting in the cabin This
