Smart Labels Printing Knowledge
Smart Labels

Smart labels contain electronic devices that have read/write memory used to store and access information. The electronic device is a radio frequency identification (RFID) transponder or tag. The RFID technology, like bar codes, is used to automatically capture data. It is different from a bar code in that it can hold much more data, it can be reprogrammed, and its data is accessed by a reader but it does not need optical contact with the reader to be read.

The standard construction of a smart label consists of a pressure sensitive facestock, an inlay, which contains the radio frequency identification transponder, and a liner. The inlay is laminated between the facestock and the liner. The transponder contains an antenna and microchip.

The data from the smart label is accessed when the transponder passes by the reader. Radio wave lengths are picked up from the antenna and the data on the microchip is transferred to the reader and then passed on to a computer or printer. As the product moves from one stage to the next its movements can be monitored and data can be updated when necessary. The smart label can identify, track in real-time and authenticate a product.

Some common applications where smart labels would be used are supply chain management, production control, work-in-process, baggage identification and tracking, express delivery services, reusable container tracking and security systems (see Label-Types-Security Labels).

The industry acceptance of smart labels has been slow. The RFID technology can improve performance and efficiency but is expensive to startup. As more companies commit to the use of this new technology it will become more widely accepted and many will benefit from its capabilities.


Back to Top

More Label Types >>

Additional search results for:
   Smart Labels
knowledge
Labels
Labels
Labels
Security Labels
Stretch Labels
Shrink Labels
In-Mold Labels
Glue Applied Labels
Linerless Labels
Thermal Labels
glossary
Smart Labels
Thermal Transfer Labels
Thermal Labels
Stretch Labels
Shrink Labels
Roll Labels
Primary Labels
Pressure Sensitive Labels
Piggyback Labels
Linerless Labels
Laser Sheet Labels
Search
Enter keywords to search
PrintingTips.Com Knowledge
Print Preparation
Print Products
Continuous Products
Direct Mail
Envelopes
Integrated and Affixed
Labels
Label Types
Continuous Pinfed Labels
Individual Labels
Laser Sheet Labels
PS Roll Labels
Label/Form Combination
Thermal Labels
Linerless Labels
Glue Applied Labels
In-Mold Labels
Shrink Labels
Stretch Labels
Smart Labels
Security Labels
Label Markets
Size
Design Features
Paper
Label Construction
Ink
Adhesives
Perforations
Die Cutting
Numbering
Packaging
Storage
Laser Sheets
Mailers
Single Sheet Products
Unit Sets
RelatedContent
knowledge
glossary
Features of Interest
Featured Ad
Terms of Use |  Privacy Policy |  Site Map |  Index |  Contact Us
Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited.
© Copyright 2024 Tecstra Systems, All Rights Reserved, PrintingTips.Com

Smart Labels - PrintingTips.com

Printing Tips Home Customer Service Knowledge Glossary Printing Tips Home