Wireless IoT Technologies and Solutions in Logistics

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The new 4th RFID reader generation from Kathrein Solutions supports different wireless connectivity interfaces that can optimize many applications in logistics and the supply chain.

These interfaces offer attachment flexibility of the devices and increase the overall system real time performance by enabling an immediate data transfer from moving objects as forklifts or AGVs.

An example of a forklift application demonstrates how to make the supply chain even more transparent and effective.

In addition, the newly developed Kathrein RFID “Edge Line” antenna Series allow the logistic applications to be further improved and optimised in case of performance, size and cost optimization.

RFID (UHF) drives efficiency in the supply chain – with precise tracking, automated inventory management, and optimized logistics processes. NFC, on the other hand, unlocks entirely new possibilities for direct customer interaction, from personalized experiences to authenticity verification via smartphone. Together, they ensure maximum transparency, enhanced security, and stronger customer engagement.

Particularly in retail and the pharmaceutical industry, these technologies are a game-changer: They protect against counterfeiting, facilitate contactless payments, provide interactive product information, and make distribution smarter. Identiv’s new dual-frequency products featuring the EM4425 IC from EM Microelectronic combine the best of both worlds – for a more efficient, secure, and connected future.

Guest speaker: Pierre Muller, RFID Business Unit Manager, EM Microelectronic

Modern supply chains often involve highly complex, international networks of internal and external resources, all working to manage the movement and storage of goods as they move from factory to warehouse to retail outlet or customer location. The complexity of today's supply chains makes logistics a critical component of successful supply chain management.

Multiple technologies deliver high accuracy and low transaction costs, allowing organizations to balance cost and accuracy and move quickly to avoid problems. When the right technology is used in the right situation, the result is increased visibility, improved efficiency, reduced losses, and enhanced customer service.

To help logistics system designers find the right fit for their use case, this presentation will look at the different technologies used to identify and track items and discuss the suitability of each for different operating environments.

Rapidly changing customer demands, more complex supply chains, and increasing pressure to improve efficiency are key challenges in intralogistics. Learn from Hendrik Schnabel how you can overcome these hurdles by modularizing and digitizing your conveyor technology. Discover how intelligent automation technology can optimize your processes, increase flexibility, improve scalability and maximize availability.

Hendrik Schnabel also explains how Turck's all-in-one RFID tunnel solution improves automatic goods capture in intralogistics. Thanks to seamless integration and high detection rates, it increases efficiency and ensures greater transparency in the supply chain.