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RFID is Improving the World of Healthcare

Connectivity, inventory control and monitoring patients’ use of medicine are among the many examples of how RFID and NFC are improving our healthcare.

David Savastano 09.22.21

Printed Electronics Now’s International Suppliers’ Directory

Printed Electronics Now staff 11.04.20

Flexible and Printed Electronics | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Sensors and Wearables | Suppliers News

Flexible Electronics Is Proving to Be Ideal for Healthcare

COVID-19 pandemic has shown the increased need for sensors and wearables with conformable form factors.

David Savastano 11.04.20

COVID-19 and the Printed Electronics Industry

Companies are trying to navigate a new business climate during the pandemic

Anthony Locicero 11.04.20

Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Smart Cards and Packaging | Suppliers News

Smart Packaging Looks to Move Forward

Best opportunities are in healthcare, luxury items like liquor and cosmetics.

David Savastano 11.04.20

Flexible and Printed Electronics are Reaching the Mainstream

The industry is seeing new products reach commercialization, whether it is sensors, wearables, in-mold electronics or more.

David Savastano 02.21.20

Printed Electronics Now’s International Suppliers’ Directory

David Savastano 11.12.19

Conductive Ink Conference Highlights Latest Trends

Sun Chemical, DuPont, Tekscan, Brewer Science and SEMI are among the presenters detailing the future of flexible and printed electronics and conductive inks.

David Savastano 11.12.19

Brand Owners See Benefits of Smart Packaging

Use of NFC, RFID and other technologies allow brands to connect with consumers.

David Savastano 11.09.18

Conference Gives Glimpse into Future of Printed Electronics, Conductive Inks

Smart packaging, displays, RFID and more are covered in inaugural Electronic and Conductive Ink Conference.

David Savastano 11.09.18

The Present and Future of Flexible, Hybrid and Printed Electronics

David Savastano 03.09.18

RFID and NFC | Smart Cards and Packaging

RFID and the Frictionless Future

New technologies are making the shopping experience easier for consumers and retailers alike.

David Savastano 03.09.18

The Conductive Ink and Materials Market

Estimated at $2 billion in annual sales, conductive inks and materials are critical to flexible and printed electronics.

David Savastano 03.09.18

Vast Markets Available for Flexible, Printed Electronics Manufacturers to Explore

Semiconductors, displays, OLED, QLED, and wearables are among them.

Anthony Locicero 03.09.18

Conductive Inks and Coatings | Film, Paper, Glass and Substrates | Flexible and Printed Electronics | RFID and NFC | Smart Cards and Packaging

Showing the Value of Smart Packaging

Costs still remain a barrier to broadening smart packaging’s attraction, particularly in large consumer product sectors.

Sean Milmo 03.09.18

Printed Electronics Now’s International Suppliers’ Directory

David Savastano 11.10.17

Flexible Hybrid Electronics and Sensors

Flexible sensors are proving to be a major opportunity for manufacturers in a wide range of consumer and industrial markets.

David Savastano 11.10.17

Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Sensors and Wearables | Suppliers News

Temperature Loggers are Finding New Opportunities

Demand for sensors are growing for perishable items such as food, flowers and pharmaceuticals.

David Savastano 11.10.17

The RFID Market is On the Rise

David Savastano 03.23.17

The Flexible Battery Market

As the Internet of Things and wearables continue to emerge, the ability to power millions of sensors is critical.

David Savastano 03.23.17

The Conductive Ink Market

The flexible and printed electronics market is gaining traction in areas such as smart packaging and wearables.

David Savastano 03.23.17

Printed Electronics Now’s Suppliers’ Directory

The Suppliers Directory offers comprehensive industry information, from products and materials to equipment and services.

11.14.16

Latest Developments in Flexible and Printed Electronics

Sensors, wearables and smart packaging are among the growth opportunities for the field.

David Savastano 11.14.16

Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Sensors and Wearables | Suppliers News

Connecting to the Internet of Things

Printed electronics, RFID are providing solutions for the IoT.

David Savstano 11.14.16

Research Institutions in Flexible and Printed Electronics

Researchers are developing new capabilities, which are leading to new applications.

David Savastano 11.14.16

Flexible and Printed Electronics | RFID and NFC | Sensors and Wearables | Smart Cards and Packaging | Suppliers News

Monitoring Food Packaging

Printed electronics, RFID are helping keep our food safer.

David Savastano 03.31.16

The Conductive Ink Market

As products reach commercialization, the $2.3 billion conductive ink market is poised to grow further.

David Savastano 03.31.16

Printing and Electronics

Printers are making advances in producing electronics, and are gearing up for new opportunities.

David Savastano 03.28.16

Printed Electronics Now’s Suppliers’ Directory

Staff 11.09.15

New Products are Driving Growth in Flexible and Printed Electronics

As more products reach commercialization, more companies are looking at ways to utilize these technologies.

David Savastano 11.09.15

Flexible and Printed Electronics | Manufacturers News | Research Reports | RFID and NFC

The RFID Market Continues to Expand

RFID is making gains in key markets, including retail and apparel, and flexible and printed electronics have a role to play.

David Savastano 11.09.15

Conductive Inks Drive Growth in Flexible and Printed Electronics

Estimated at more than $2 billion in annual sales, the conductive ink market is one of the success stories in the field.

Dave Savastano 03.09.15

Intriguing New Opportunities as PE Reaches the Marketplace

Leaders from throughout the flexible and printed electronics field report on some of the interesting products.

Dave Savastano 03.09.15

The State of Flexible and Printed Electronics

Commercialization is on the upswing, and manufacturers are seeing opportunities ahead for a wide range of fields.

Dave Savastano 03.09.15

Printed Electronics Finds Commercial Success

New applications are emerging in a wide range of fields, including sensors, automotive parts and displays

David Savastano 11.07.14

Film, Paper, Glass and Substrates | Flexible and Printed Electronics | Printed Batteries | RFID and NFC | Touch Screens

Choosing the Right Substrates for Flexible & Printed Electronics

Whether the choice is PET, PEN or paper, substrates have a large impact on the final application.

David Savastano 11.07.14

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Infineon Concludes Very Profitable 1Q 2023

Q1 FY 2023 revenue was €3.951 billion, segment result €1.107 billion, segment result margin 28%.

02.02.23

Breaking News | Personnel | RFID and NFC

Johan Hjertonsson Proposed as New Chairman of ASSA ABLOY

The Nomination Committee also proposes that Victoria Van Camp is elected as new member of the Board.

01.31.23

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Veridos to Become Majority Shareholder in NetSeT

NetSeT Global Solutions is a developer of identity management systems.

01.31.23

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Zebra Technologies Selected as One of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

Company recognized for commitment to creating an inclusive, collaborative culture.

01.30.23

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Sensormatic Solutions Helps Renner Reduce 87% of Stockouts

More than 500 million products sold by Renner include RFID technology by Sensormatic Solutions.

01.30.23

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STMicroelectronics Reports Q4, FY 2022 Financial Results

FY 2022 net revenues were $16.13 billion, with a gross margin of 47.3%, operating margin of 27.5% and net income of $3.96 billion.

01.27.23

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Stuart Achieves 70% Warehouse Productivity Gains with Zebra

Leading European last-mile city center delivery specialist improves warehouse operations through digital automation and RFID.

01.27.23

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Siman Group Partners with SML to Unlock Full Retail Potential with RFID

Central American retailer achieves >95% inventory accuracy across chain with item-level RFID.

01.26.23

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Zebra Technologies Launches Advanced Tier Machine Vision Program

New tier addresses the industrial imaging needs of manufacturing and warehousing operators.

01.24.23

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Toppan Launches Sales of Eco-Friendly NFC Tag Label with Paper-Based Antenna Substrate

Communication performance equivalent to products using plastic film achieved with new circuit fabrication technology.

01.23.23

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Avery Dennison to Invest $100 Million in Querétaro, Mexico RFID Plant

The new facility is expected to be operational by the end of the first quarter of 2024 and will be the company's largest RFID plant globally.

01.19.23

Breaking News | Mergers and Acquisitions | RFID and NFC | Sensors and Wearables

Emerson Announces Premium, All-Cash Proposal to Acquire NI

Offer is for $53 per share, which represents immediate cash premium of 32% over NI’s closing share price on Jan. 12, 2023.

01.18.23

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Beontag Secures Loan of €120 Million from Syndicate Led by Deutsche Bank

This is the inaugural transaction in the European Loan Market, and first fundraising outside LATAM, for the Brazilian-founded multinational.

01.17.23

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Avery Dennison Joins WBCSD

Materials science leader is working to accelerate the system transformations needed for a net-zero, nature positive, and more equitable future.

01.17.23

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Sensormatic Solutions by Johnson Controls, Zliide to Reimagine Self-Checkout

Sensormatic Solutions and Zliide together enable merchandise protection, while shoppers enjoy the convenience of self-checkout.

01.16.23

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lululemon, Nedap to Advance RFID Technology Across Stores Globally

Will enhance its omni-guest experience across its 600+ stores globally by optimizing product availability.

01.16.23

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Sensormatic Solutions Heads to NRF 2023

Using cloud-connected RFID technology, retailers can track merchandise’s journey from source to store.

01.12.23

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Zebra Technologies Introduces “The Modern Store by Zebra’

Company unveils its retail operations vision at NRF to better engage associates, optimize inventory and elevate the customer experience.

01.11.23

Breaking News | Mergers and Acquisitions | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots

Infineon Technologies Sells HiRel DC-DC Converter Business to Micross

Iincreases its focus and investment into core semiconductor development for high-reliability markets.

01.11.23

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Avery Dennison Announces Plans for 2023 NRF Big Show

Company is driving digital ID innovation, connecting billions of products for more sustainable and efficient supply chains.

01.09.23

Breaking News | Mergers and Acquisitions | RFID and NFC

ASSA ABLOY Acquires Janam Technologies in the US

Janam is a leading provider of handheld mobile computers and readers.

01.03.23

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Koichi Tagawa Receives NFC Forum Lifetime Achievement Award

Former NFC Forum chair and Sony executive honored for outstanding leadership and commitment to NFC technology.

12.16.22

Printed Electronics for Greater Safety and Sustainability in Traffic

Focus topic Mobility: innovations in vehicle construction among the topics planned for LOPEC 2023.

12.14.22

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Identiv Introduces SaaS Platform bitse.io

bitse.io is built to support over a billion commissioned, uniquely identifiable tags from digitized products.

12.14.22

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STMicroelectronics Recognized with ‘A’ Score for Transparency on Water Security

In 2021, water consumption per unit of production was reduced by 16% compared to 2020.

12.13.22

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For the Third Consecutive Time, HID is Smart Ticket Producer for FIFA World Cup 2022

Unique RAIN RFID technology added to exit gates to improve attendee experience and facilitate emergency evacuations.

12.08.22

Breaking News | Mergers and Acquisitions | RFID and NFC

ASSA ABLOY Sells Emtek and the Smart Residential Business in US and Canada

Sale is in furtherance of the proposed acquisition of the Hardware and Home Improvement division.

12.05.22

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Avery Dennison, STMicroelectronics to Expand NFC and HF Inlay Options

Adds three new designs of NFC inlays to its range of products featuring the new ST25TN chip from STMicroelectronics.

12.01.22

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NXP Foundation Commits $250,000 to Advance Engineering Education at Austin Community College

The donation includes scholarship funds and will also enable the creation of the NXP Advanced Manufacturing Lab.

11.30.22

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Emerson Names Peter Zornio as Chief Technology Officer

Proven automation and software leader to drive Emerson’s innovation, technology strategy.

11.30.22

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German Federal Printing Office, Fraunhofer and Infineon Partner on Electronic Passports

Demonstrate for the first-time electronic passport security for the quantum computer era.

11.29.22

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Crewpack Reduces Order Delivery Times by 86% with Zebra Technologies

Manufacturer modernizes its warehouse operations and increases its inventory control.

11.28.22

Breaking News | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots | Sensors and Wearables

Infineon Tops Financial Times Diversity Leaders Ranking 2022

The 850 companies receiving the highest total scores made the final list of Diversity Leaders.

11.28.22

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L’Oréal Pop-Up Shop: payfree and Avery Dennison advance Self-Checkout Technology

Special-use RFID tags by Avery Dennison meet specific requirements of the beauty industry and its products.

11.22.22

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Zebra Technologies Names Tami Froese as Chief Supply Chain Officer

Froese takes position after serving in acting role since August 2022.

11.22.22

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Zebra Technologies Expands Its R&D Footprint in India

New 250,000 sq. ft. facility will be company’s largest R&D center in APAC upon its completion in 2H 2023.

10.21.22

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Tageos Introduces EOS-460 U9, New Tire Tagging RFID Inlays

EOS-460 U9 offers excellent size-performance ratio.

10.20.22

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Identiv Appoints Laura Angelini and Dr. Richard Kuntz to Board of Directors

New directors bring significant IoT digital transformation vision and growth strategy expertise to the board.

10.19.22

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Nedap to Partner with PUMA North America for RFID Roll Out

PUMA is equipping 135 stores in North America with Nedap’s iD Cloud.

10.19.22

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HID Expands TSL RAIN RFID Reader Family

Family will include modules featuring the latest high-performance Impinj chips.

10.11.22

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SATO’s RAIN RFID System Generates 50 Percent Time Savings, Traceability for PT. Sigma Cipta Utama

The solution SATO provided included RFID printers, tags, handheld and gateway readers, coupled with a customized software package.

10.07.22

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Avery Dennison Partners with SAP to Deliver Reduction in Waste for Retailers

Integrating SAP Analytics Cloud into atma.io provides heightened item-level data and automates expiry date management of key products.

10.05.22

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Next-Generation NFC Chip from STMicroelectronics Eases Certification of Digital Car-Key Systems

ST25R3920B is first-to-market NFC Forum certified IC for CCC applications.

10.04.22

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Zebra Technologies Announces New PartnerConnect SAAS Implementation Specialisation

Program designed for implementation-orientated partners with proven success in building and supporting SaaS solution offerings.

10.03.22

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Toppan to Present Latest Smart Packaging Solutions at Luxe Pack Monaco

Expanded NFC tag lineup for high-end cosmetics and luxury product packaging.

09.30.22

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HID Global Showcases Driver’s Licenses for Mobile Wallets, Card Design at AAMVA

Company will show members of the motor vehicle and law enforcement community how to get the most from credentials.

09.13.22

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Identiv, collectID Deliver Immersive NFC-Enabled Fan Experience for 1. FC Köln

The scarfs allowed fans to receive communication from 1. FC Köln during the game, including them in the real-time action on the pitch.

09.13.22

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Emerson Unveils New ‘Go Boldly’ Tagline

Reflects company’s evolving strategic direction

09.06.22

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Veridos Pioneers New Technologies for Border Control in EU-Funded D4FLY Project

The innovative approaches have been successfully demonstrated in a series of prototypes.

09.05.22

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Toppan’s Smart Package with Opening Detection Adopted for Fuding White Tea

Supports digital marketing for Chinese tea brand Halfism with counterfeit prevention and ID authentication platform.

09.02.22

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Emerson Ventures Makes Strategic Investment in Spearix

Spearix’s multi-core radio processor provides a system-level solution for Industrial IoT wireless communication.

09.01.22

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CDO Technologies Awarded $6.6M AFGET Contract for RFID

CDO Technologies will utilize Zebra's RFID hardware and software to support Air Force Global Enterprise Tracking contract.

08.30.22

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Zebra Technologies Wins U.S. Postal Service’s Supplier Performance Award

Company recognized for exceptional planning, performance and support.

08.29.22

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Zebra Technologies Earns Great Place to Work Certification

Company deemed an employer of choice based on feedback from current employees.

08.24.22

Breaking News | Research Institutions | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots

Weekly Recap: Infineon Technologies, onsemi, Applied Materials Top This Week’s Stories

These are the most viewed news on our site for the week ended Aug. 19, 2022.

08.20.22

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Avery Dennison Announces Second Quarter 2022 Results

Reports that 2Q22 net sales increased 11.7% to $2.3 billion, with organic sales growth (non-GAAP) of 11.3%.

07.29.22

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STMicroelectronics Reports 2Q 2022 Financial Results

H1 net revenues were $7.38 billion, with gross margin 47.1%, operating margin 25.5% and net income of $1.61 billion.

07.28.22

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NXP Semiconductors Reports 2Q 2022 Results

Revenue was $3.31 billion, up 27.6% year-on-year, with cash flow from operations of $819 million.

07.27.22

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Identiv NFC-Enabled Smart Packaging Drives Outstanding Results for OTACA Tequila

More than 5,000 OTACA Tequila bottles were digitized with Identiv’s tap-and-go NFC in pilot launch.

07.22.22

Breaking News | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots | Sensors and Wearables

NXP Collaborates with Foxconn on Next Generation Vehicle Platforms

Foxconn will leverage NXP’s portfolio of automotive technologies and its longstanding expertise in safety and security.

07.22.22

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Emerson Joins RE100, Targeting 100% Renewable Electricity by 2030

Renewable electricity to play key role in Emerson’s net zero emissions goals.

07.19.22

Breaking News | Graphene, Perovskites and Carbon Nanotubes | Photovoltaics | Research Institutions | RFID and NFC

Weekly Recap: STMicroelectronics and NFC, Solar Top This Week’s Stories

These are the most viewed news on our site for the week ended July 15, 2022.

07.16.22

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Securing Every Checkout: Nedap Launches iSenseGo

iSenseGo is a suite of solutions that enables grocery, health and beauty retailers to secure every form of checkout.

07.15.22

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Zebra Technologies Finishes Among Top Teams in Global Computer Vision Challenge

Team demonstrates how computer vision could help transform e-commerce online shopping.

07.14.22

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Identiv Names Manfred Rietzler as Strategic Advisor

Founder of Smartrac Group joins Identiv as strategic advisor, further strengthening Identiv’s world-class RFID team.

07.13.22

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Weekly Recap: Impinj, Identiv, and onsemi Top This Week’s Stories

These are the most viewed news on our site for the week ended July 8, 2022.

07.09.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Smart Cards and Packaging

Avery Dennison supports The R Collective with Connected Packaging

The R Collective’s REVIVAL womenswear pieces for SS22 are made with rescued fabrics and feature Avery Dennison’s Digital Labels and Digital Packaging.

07.08.22

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ASSA ABLOY Scores Twin Wins for Innovative Use of NFC in Apple Wallet

HID Global was honored for its contribution to making campus and office space access more convenient and secure.

07.08.22

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Zebra Technologies Earns Two Red Dot Design Awards

CS60 handheld scanner and ZSB printer recognized for design excellence.

07.08.22

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Zebra Technologies Celebrates Five Wins at iF Design Awards 2022

Three hardware and two software awards recognize outstanding design for leading technology.

07.07.22

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HID Global, Hubert Curien Laboratory Launch Research for Secure Citizen ID Documents

Lasers, Materials, and Colors for Citizen Identity Documents (LAMCID) Laboratory introduced to create new security features for identity documents.

07.07.22

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Veridos Acquires Valid’s US Identity Solutions Business

A particular focus will be on enhancing its driver's licenses offering.

07.06.22

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Toppan Establishes CVC Fund and Investment Management Company in the US

US$40 million fund launched to invest in promising startups in the United States and international markets.

07.01.22

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Powercast, InPlay Team on Battery-free BLE Sensor Beacon Powered Over 120 Feet

Enables battery-free, maintenance-free, long-range smart IoT sensor systems.

07.01.22

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Impinj Launches E910 RFID Reader Chip for Next Generation Enterprise IoT

New Impinj E910 RAIN RFID reader chip expands the capabilities for enterprise IoT readers, enabling longer distance and higher density tag reading.

06.30.22

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Avery Dennison Launches New Dual-Frequency RFID Inlay

New inlay is designed for industrial and healthcare applications.

06.29.22

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Avery Dennison Highlights New Approach to Apparel with ADX Lab

The facility showcases Avery Dennison's range of Embelex digitally-enabled solutions for major apparel brands and sports teams and organizations.

06.28.22

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Hugo Boss Partners with Nedap for Global RFID Roll-out

All global stores of Hugo Boss will be equipped with Nedap’s iD Cloud store app.

06.28.22

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Identiv-Powered CVS Spoken Rx Wins NFC Forum 2022 Innovation Award

Spoken Rx is an NFC-enabled solution providing digital health accessibility for the visually impaired.

06.27.22

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RFID Market Worth $35.6 Billion by 2030: MarketsandMarkets

The logistics and supply chain application is expected to hold the highest market share of the RFID tags market during the forecast period.

06.23.22

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HID Global Acquires RFID Producer ACURA

Strengthens presence in Latin America with acquisition.

06.21.22

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Emerson Announces Net Zero Targets, Issues 2021 ESG Report

Company plans to achieve net zero operations by 2030, net zero value chain by 2045.

06.17.22

CES 2023 Will Focus on How Innovation Is Addressing Global Challenges

John Deere to give keynote at CES 2023 on technology's role in feeding the world.

06.16.22

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Schreiner Group Receives Four FINAT Awards

Honored for innovations in the forward-thinking technologies of RFID and printed electronics.

06.10.22

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STMicroelectronics Highlights Newest NFC Readers

Combines high output power and energy efficiency at a competitive price.

06.08.22

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Zebra Technologies Receives Innovation Award

Honored for its fixed industrial scanners and machine vision systems.

06.07.22

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Chunyuan Gu Joins NXP’s Board of Directors

Semiconductor leader adds Gu, who has more than 30 years of experience working at ABB Ltd.

06.07.22

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Zebra Technologies Completes Acquisition of Matrox Imaging

Matrox is a developer of advanced machine vision components, software and systems.

06.06.22

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Emerson Joins Carbon Management Canada's Carbon Capture and Storage Program

Focus is on developing and implementing cost-effective, practical carbon capture and storage solutions.

06.06.22

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Issuance of New ePassports in Denmark on Schedule

Consists of 32 pages, including a polycarbonate data page with an electronic chip.

06.03.22

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Avery Dennison Launches AD Twist U7XM Inlays

The new UHF inlays are designed for challenging industrial environments.

05.26.22

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Emerson Reports 2Q 2022 Results

Net sales were $4.8 billion, up 8% from the year prior; underlying sales were up 10%.

05.06.22

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Avery Dennison Launches New Dual Frequency RFID Inlays for Retail, Medical Applications

Combines NFC (HF) and RAIN RFID (UHF) functionality for item-level tagging in a small, cost-effective way.

05.06.22

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Identiv Reports 1Q 2022 Results

Total revenue increases 13% year-over-year; RFID unit shipments up 20% year-over-year.

05.05.22

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Zebra Technologies Reports 1Q 2022 Results

Net sales were $1,432 million in the first quarter of 2022 compared to $1,347 million in the first quarter of 2021.

05.05.22

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STMicroelectronics Publishes 25th Annual Sustainability Report

On track to become carbon neutral by 2027 with more than 50% purchased electricity coming from renewable sources.

05.04.22

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NXP Semiconductors Reports 1Q 2022 Results

Revenue was $3.14 billion, up 22.2% year-on-year, while GAAP gross margin was 56.7% and GAAP operating margin was 27.8%.

05.04.22

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RFID Leader Impinj Reports 1Q 2022 Financial Results

Company reports record revenue and solid profitability during the quarter.

05.03.22

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NP Plastibell Presents Connected Syringe Based on NFC Technology from STMicroelectronics

Pre-filled syringe stores important product and manufacturing data.

05.02.22

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STMicroelectronics Reports 1Q 2022 Financial Results

Q1 net revenues were $3.55 billion, with gross margin of 46.7% and net income $747 million.

04.29.22

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Avery Dennison Announces 1Q 2022 Results

The Retail Branding and Information Solutions, including RFID, reported that sales increased 41% to $679 million.

04.28.22

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Nedap iD Cloud Selected by Spanish Children’s Clothing Retailer Charanga

The project will include RFID for all owned stores, franchise stores and El Corte Inglés’ corners in Spain, Portugal and Italy.

04.27.22

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Zebra Technologies Named a Leader by Nucleus Research

Leader in the 2022 Workforce Management (WFM) Technology Value Matrix.

04.26.22

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FIRST, Zebra Technologies Offer Real-Time Competition Insights

Zebra real-time location solution makes debut at FIRST Championship in Texas.

04.25.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

I&H Deploys Zebra Solutions to Improve Patient Safety

Major dispensing pharmacy chain deploys technology to assist its store associates in prescribed medication picking and validation across all its stores in Japan

04.18.22

Breaking News | Personnel | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots | Sensors and Wearables

NXP Semiconductors Names Jennifer Wuamett Chief Sustainability Officer

Establishment of the CSO executive position underscores NXP’s commitment to sustainable and equitable business practices.

04.18.22

Weekly Recap: Saule Technologies, Chipotle and RFID and Xerox Elem This Week’s Stories

These are the most viewed news on our site for the week ended April 8, 2022.

David Savastano 04.09.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Zebra Technologies Honored as 2022 Manufacturing Leadership Council Awards Winner

Company honored for driving the adoption of Industry 4.0 with its manufacturing suppliers globally.

04.07.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison Starts Operations of New RFID Factory in Brazil

The multinational's first RFID unit in the country starts to manufacture a wide variety of inlay designs.

04.07.22

RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots | Sensors and Wearables

NXP Semiconductors Releases Annual Sustainability Report

Company highlights year-over-year ESG progress and provides roadmap to carbon neutrality by 2035.

04.04.22

Breaking News | Personnel | RFID and NFC

Veridos Announces Changes in the Management Team

Dr. Christian Thywissen joins the management of Veridos as CFO.

04.04.22

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Chipotle Tests RFID Technology for Traceability

Chipotle teamed up with industry-leading RFID partners including Mojix, Avery Dennison, and Zebra Technologies.

04.01.22

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Multicenter Nearly Doubles Fulfillment Rate with Zebra Technologies

Bolivian retailer modernizes its warehouse operations and strengthens customer loyalty program.

04.01.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | Personnel | RFID and NFC

Impinj Hires Christina Balam as VP of Human Resources

Prior to joining Impinj, she served as VP of human resources with NetMotion Software.

03.31.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Identiv Reports 4Q, Fiscal Year 2021 Results

Total fiscal year revenue increases 19% year-over-year; RFID unit shipments up 36% year-over-year to record 185 million units.

03.07.22

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Zebra Technologies Named a Leader in 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant

Company recognized for third consecutive year, honored for indoor location services.

03.02.22

Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC

CCL Industries Announces Record 2021 Results

Full-year sales were $5.7 billion, an increase of 9.4%.

03.01.22

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Avery Dennison Names Deon Stander President and COO

Mitch Butier continues as chairman and CEO.

02.28.22

Weekly Recap: Heidelberg, Impinj, Flexible OLEDs in the OR Top This Week’s Stories

These are the most viewed news on our site for the week ended Feb. 25, 2022.

David Savastano 02.26.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | Personnel | RFID and NFC

Joanne Collins Smee, Vineet Nargolwala join Brady Board of Directors

Collins Smee is chief commercial, small and medium businesses and channels officer at Xerox, and Nargolwala is EVP, Sensing Solutions for Sensata Technologies.

02.24.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | Product Releases | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison Launches Compact NFC Inlays for Retail Packaging

Anticipates demand for ever-smaller tagging options in the retail, packaging, pharmaceutical and beauty sector.

02.23.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | Research Institutions | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots

Imec, KU Leuven and PragmatIC Demonstrate Fast 8-Bit Flexible Microprocessor

The technology already made inroads in health-patch sensors and RFID labels, and as a driver for flat panel displays.

02.23.22

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Identiv Launches Secure Authentication Platform for High-Security NFC Tags

Provides assurance to luxury goods, consumables, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, smart packaging and more.

02.22.22

Impinj Joins DoseID, Identiv and NXP Partner and LOPEC 2022 Top This Week’s Stories

These are the most viewed news on our site for the week ended Feb. 19, 2022.

David Savastano 02.19.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Zebra Technologies Recognized in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 CEI

Receives a score of 95 out of 100 on the Corporate Equality Index.

01.31.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Sensors and Wearables

Emerson Earns 100 on Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 CEI

Recognition designates Emerson among Best Places to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality

01.27.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Suppliers News

Promod Chooses Nedap iD Cloud to Push RFID, Digitization Strategy

After rolling out to Promod’s own retail stores, the aim is to connect international partner stores.

01.26.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

East-West Shrine Bowl Features Player Tracking Using RFID from Zebra Technologies

Zebra will attach RFID tags to players’ shoulder pads to transmit real-time location data to gather metrics.

01.24.22

Amcor Announces Strategic Investment in PragmatIC Semiconductor

The companies will work together to explore ways to integrate FlexICs into Amcor's portfolio of sustainable packaging solutions.

01.21.22

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Sensormatic Solutions Releases 2021 Sustainability Story

Details its multi-faceted approach to empower retailers, shoppers, and its own organization to reach sustainability goals.

01.20.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

HBCU Legacy Bowl Partners with Zebra Technologies on RFID Technology

Zebra will provide RFID player and ball tracking technology to deliver important player performance insights during practices.

01.20.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | Mergers and Acquisitions | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison acquires Rietveld (RTVPRINT)

The acquisition of Rietveld (RTVPRINT) advances the company’s strategy to drive growth in external embellishments.

01.18.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | Mergers and Acquisitions | RFID and NFC

ASSA ABLOY Agrees to Acquire Vigil Health Solutions in Canada

Vigil is a leader in call systems and resident monitoring solutions for senior living.

01.18.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Sensors and Wearables

Toray Develops Semiconductor CNT Circuits on Flexible Films

The company has fabricated RFID and sensors on general-purpose films and has demonstrated their wireless operations.

01.17.22

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Carter’s Selects Nedap iD Cloud to Optimize Omnichannel

Selects Nedap’s iD Cloud platform for its US retail store RFID technology needs.

01.11.22

Breaking News | Mergers and Acquisitions | RFID and NFC | Suppliers News

CCL Industries Announces Two Bolt-on Acquisitions for Avery

Lodging Access Systems, LLC is a privately held supplier of digitally printed and encoded RFID key cards, wristbands and key fobs.

01.07.22

Grapheal Wins Prestigious CES 2022 Innovation Award

Graphene Flagship associated member Grapheal showcases its awarded graphene-enabled products at CES 2022.

01.07.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Identiv, collectID Authenticate Collectible Atlético Mineiro Football Jerseys

Companies expand partnership to drive personalized connected consumer engagement and verification with embeddable NFC tags.

01.07.22

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Powercast Showcases New Over-the-Air Wirelessly Powered and Batteryless Products at CES

RF wireless power leader sees record growth in 2021.

01.05.22

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | Mergers and Acquisitions | RFID and NFC

CCL Industries Announces Bolt-on Acquisition for Checkpoint

Acquires Forever Blue Investimentos e Participacoes S.A. (Tecnoblu), headquartered in Blumenau, Brazil.

12.29.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Veridos Wins ID Document of the Year Award 2021

Veridos received the award for the best new passport in Asia.

12.22.21

Breaking News | Contract Manufacturing/Printing | Flexible and Printed Electronics | RFID and NFC

Toppan Publishes 2021 Sustainability Report

Toppan is working to enhance enterprise value and shape a sustainable society.

12.21.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Zebra Technologies Voted Top Software Vendor in RIS 2022 Software LeaderBoard

Company recognized in the top 10 for the third consecutive year.

12.20.21

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Crystal Selects Zebra Technologies’ RFID Solutions to Enhance Omnichannel Experience

Retailer creates ‘smart stores’ and increases inventory accuracy to 99%.

12.17.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots | Sensors and Wearables

NXP, Foxconn Industrial Internet Ltd. Partner to Accelerate Automotive Innovation

The initial phase of the joint project will focus on the development of a full digital cockpit solution.

12.16.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

KOOKAÏ Turns to Avery Dennison RFID to Boost Supply Chain Visibility, Omnichannel Strategy

Stock takes of 30,000 items now take just 30 minutes with RFID.

12.16.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots | Sensors and Wearables

STMicroelectronics, Politecnico di Milano Expand Semiconductor R&D Infrastructure at PoliFab

PoliFab’s clean room – a facility where silicon wafers are made into semiconductor chips – has received state-of-the-art equipment from STMicroelectronics.

12.16.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison Smartrac Launches Midas Flagtag EM4425 DF

According to the company, AD Midas Flagtag EM4425 DF is the first spacer-less tag on the market to offer dual-frequency capability for on-metal applications.

12.15.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | Mergers and Acquisitions | RFID and NFC

ASSA ABLOY Acquires B&B Roadway and Security Solutions in the US

B&B Roadway and Security Solutions was established in 1925 and has approximately 60 employees.

12.15.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Identiv, TrueGreen to Accelerate RFID-Enabled Smart Packaging in Cannabis Market

Deployments with leading industry customers will begin to roll out in the first quarter of 2022.

12.15.21

Breaking News | Personnel | RFID and NFC | Smart Cards and Packaging

Marc-Julian Siewert Will Lead Veridos as CEO

Veridos CEO Andreas Räschmeier will leave the company at his own request.

12.14.21

Strong Momentum Continues for CES 2022 in Las Vegas

More than 1900 exhibitors confirmed and 2400 media registered to attend in person.

12.10.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Farmacias Carol Increases Drive-Thru Sales by 82% with Zebra Technologies

Pharma retailer improves customer service with shorter wait times.

12.09.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison Develops New Bluetooth Temperature-Logging Sensor for Cold Chain

The temperature logger combines a wireless NFC microchip with a Bluetooth (BLE 5.1) micro-chip.

12.08.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Zebra Technologies Wins Four Australian Good Design Awards

Zebra robotics automation, printing and scanning solutions recognized by Australia’s most prestigious international design and innovation awards.

11.18.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Spanish Retail Giant Tendam Selects Nedap iD Cloud for Omnichannel Fulfillment, RFID

The platform will be deployed in 1,222 stores throughout Europe, Russia, and Mexico.

11.12.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

CCL Industries Announces Third Quarter 2021 Results

Sales increased 8.4% on 10.3% organic growth, 2.2% acquisition growth partially offset by 4.1% negative currency translation.

11.12.21

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Chicago Tribune Names Zebra Technologies to 2021 Top Workplaces

Zebra ranked fifth among top 28 employers in the Chicagoland area.

11.11.21

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Nelda Connors Elected to Zebra Technologies Board of Directors

Connors is the founder of Pine Grove Holdings, LLC, a privately held investment company that acquires and operates small- and medium-size businesses.

11.10.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

STMicroelectronics Launches Cost-Effective NFC Type 2 Tag IC

New NFC tag provides enhanced privacy features and augmented NDEF.

11.10.21

OE-A Business Climate Survey: Printed Electronics Industry Proves Resilience

OE-A expects 13% sales growth for 2021 compared to 2020, with 14% forecasted revenue growth in 2022 compared to 2021.

11.09.21

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Emerson Announces $100 Million Commitment to Emerson Ventures

The company aims to invest in four to six early-stage startups each year, targeting $100 million in investments over five years.

11.09.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Zebra: Only Four in 10 Shoppers Completely Trust Retailers to Fulfill Orders as Promised

Latest Zebra study shows long-term changes to shopper behavior driving retailers to prioritize improvements in their labor and supply chain capabilities.

11.04.21

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Identiv Reports 3Q 2021 Results, Led by Growth in RFID

Total revenue increases 17% year-over-year, driven by 27% sequential growth in identity, and all outstanding debt retired.

11.03.21

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Zebra Technologies Reports 3Q 2021 Results

Reports net sales of $1,436 million, a year-over-year increase of 26.9%, while adjusted EBITDA increased 35.7% year-over-year to $312 million.

11.02.21

NXP Semiconductors Reports 3Q 2021 Results

Revenue was $2.9 billion, up 26.2% year-on-year, with cash flow from operations of $924 million.

11.02.21

STMicroelectronics Reports 3Q 2021 Financial Results

2021 Q3 net revenues are $3.20 billion, with a gross margin of 41.6 and net income of $474 million.

11.01.21

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Avery Dennison Announces Third Quarter 2021 Results

Third quarter 2021 net sales increased 19.8% to $2.07 billion.

10.29.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Identiv Delivers NFC-Enabled Smart Packaging for OTACA Tequila

Experiential design connects the IoT to consumer engagement for product authentication, customer loyalty and brand awareness.

10.26.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Vizinex RFID Restructures Team, Promotes Two to Support Growth

Promoted were Damian Wolfe to engineering manager and Jo Clemmer to production manager.

10.26.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison’s Emission Reduction Targets Approved by SBTi

The company's sustainability targets are consistent with levels required to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement.

10.26.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Zebra Technologies Named to Newsweek’s 2021 List of America’s Most Loved Workplaces

Company ranks #25 among 100 US companies recognized for employee satisfaction.

10.25.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Smart Cards and Packaging

XXL All4Labels and Tageos Developing Sustainable RFID Products

Tageos will now offer the new Zero Max RFID inlays powered by All4Labels´ eRFID antennas to the market.

10.22.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots | Sensors and Wearables

NXP, Partners Test Advanced V2X e-Bike Scenarios for Collision-Free Driving

In the event of a dangerous situation, both the cyclist and a car’s driver, would receive a timely collision warning.

10.08.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Toppan Develops ZETag Active Tag for Long-Range Communication

New active tag for logistics management that is capable of communication over distances of up to approximately two kilometers.

10.07.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison Receives How2Recycle Label for RFID Paper Hang Tags

The How2Recycle label was created to provide consistent and transparent on-package recycling information to consumers in North America.

10.06.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots

STMicroelectronics Boosts Flexibility, Speed with Enhancements to ST25DV Dual-Interface NFC Tags

Tags let the host system access the tag’s on-chip EEPROM more quickly and easily.

10.05.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Zebra Technologies, Channel Partners Support Front Line Workers

Zebra’s 30th anniversary as a public company celebrated through charitable donations.

10.04.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

SATO Designs UHF RFID Patient ID Wristband Launched Worldwide

Hospital staff can hygienically perform accurate ID scans without disturbing patients at rest as the wristband can be read from even through a blanket.

10.01.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

ASSA ABLOY to Acquire Arran Isle Ltd in the UK

Arran Isle is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of door and window hard-ware in the UK and Ireland.

09.30.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC | Suppliers News

RFID Specialist Nedap Launches iD Cloud Platform

New platform enables inventory visibility across supply chains.

09.29.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Sensors and Wearables

Colgate-Palmolive Pursues Net Zero Carbon Target with Emerson’s Smart Sensors

Consumer products leader saves energy and optimizes production processes in manufacturing facilities, shrinking its carbon footprint.

09.28.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Identiv to Showcase Solutions for the Connected Phygital World

Will cover end-to-end physical security, video and identity management, cloud-based remote access, and RFID technology for the IoT.

09.24.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Sensormatic Solutions Advances Record 70 Patent Filings in 2020

Of the 70 patents filed, 55% are emerging future technologies that will help retailers to accelerate their digital transformation.

08.10.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison Launches Digital Care Label in Partnership with Ambercycle

Innovative pilot aims to accelerate circularity in apparel and drive adoption of digital labels.

08.09.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Identiv Reports 2Q 2021 Results

Total revenue increases 26% year-over-year, driven by 39% growth in RFID.

08.05.21

Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC

Emerson Reports 3Q 2021 Results

Net sales were $4.7 billion, up 20% from the year prior; free cash flow was $977 million, up 32%.

08.05.21

Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots | Sensors and Wearables

NXP Semiconductors Reports 2Q 2021 Results

Cash flow from operations was $636 million, with net capex investments of $150 million, resulting in non-GAAP free cash flow of $486 million.

08.03.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | Personnel | RFID and NFC

Identiv Appoints Amir Khoshniyati as VP of Business Development, Americas

Experienced NFC, IoT, and digital identity executive bolsters company’s growing investment in RFID market.

08.02.21

STMicroelectronics Reports 2Q 2021 Financial Results

Q2 net revenues were $2.99 billion, with gross margin of 40.5% and net income of $412 million.

07.30.21

Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC | Suppliers News

Impinj Reports 2Q 2021 Financial Results

Company exceeds its revenue and profitability guidance.

07.30.21

New SecQuAL Consortium Launches

Lloyd’s Register will lead a group of UK businesses to reduce waste and build consumer confidence in food supply chains through data and technology.

07.29.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

CCL Industries Announces Bolt-on Acquisition for Checkpoint

Adds privately owned Uniter Group of companies.

07.29.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Modella Group Adopts Zebra Technologies RFID Solution

Inventory accuracy increases to 95% and store associates can locate items 20 times faster, according to Zebra.

05.03.21

Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots | Sensors and Wearables

STMicroelectronics Reports 1Q 2021 Financial Results

Q1 net revenues were $3.02 billion, with gross margin of 39% and net income of $364 million.

05.03.21

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Avery Dennison Announces 1Q 2021 Results

Intelligent Labels were up approximately 40% ex. currency with the benefit of the Smartrac acquisition, and up approximately 20% organically.

04.30.21

Breaking News | Personnel | RFID and NFC

Impinj Adds Brian Wong as Chief Product Officer

Before joining Impinj, he served as CEO of four companies.

04.30.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Bundesdruckerei Group Operates Climate-neutral for 1st Time in 2020

Commitment to climate protection offsets 5,272 tons of unavoidable carbon emissions, according to the company.

04.30.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Zebra Technologies RFID Solution Helps Renault Modernize Manufacturing Operations

Automobile manufacturer transforms its Argentinian manufacturing plant into a smart factory.

04.29.21

NXP Semiconductors Reports 1Q 2021 Results

First quarter 2021 revenue was $2.6 billion, an increase of 27% from 1Q 2020.

04.28.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Identiv, Ameta International Announce US, Canadian Distribution Partnership

Ameta International will distribute Identiv’s Freedom and Enterphone product lines.

04.27.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Louis Widmer SA Complies with EU Anti-Counterfeiting Directive with Zebra Technologies’ Solution

Pharmaceutical and cosmetics manufacturer safeguards serialization of prescription medicines.

04.23.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Zebra Technologies Introduces New Alliance Track for PartnerConnect Channel Program

New track enables improved collaboration with Zebra partner ecosystem.

04.19.21

Breaking News | Mergers and Acquisitions | RFID and NFC

Brady Corporation Announces Tender Offer to Acquire Nordic ID Oyj

A total equity purchase price of €8.1 million ($9.7 million).

04.15.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots | Sensors and Wearables

STMicroelectronics Exhibits Products, Solutions at electronica China

Also, ST will be introducing its MasterGAN family including MASTERGAN1, MASTERGAN2, and MASTERGAN4, which is being exhibited for the first time in China.

04.13.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Zebra Technologies, Discount Tire Unveil First Tire Inspection Mobile Computing Solution

Combination of mobile computer and tread depth reader accessory.

04.09.21

Breaking News | Product Releases | RFID and NFC

Schreiner MediPharm Develops NFC-Label for Ypsomed’s UnoPen Injector

The label serves as a communication interface between the injector and an electronic pen add-on called SmartPilot.

04.08.21

Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC | Suppliers News

Identiv Announces Pricing of Public Offering of Common Stock

All of the shares in the offering are being sold by Identiv.

04.08.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Vodafone, Bundesdruckerei, G+D Develop New Electronic ID Function for Smartphones

Use e-government services, open bank accounts or book rental cars with a smartphone.

04.07.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison Smartrac Launches Minidose U8 RAIN RFID Inlays for Pharma Applications

Smallest RFID product on the market to pass ARC certification (Spec S), and to be approved for use by the DoseID consortium.

04.06.21

Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC

Giesecke+Devrient Announces 2020 Annual Results

Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) said it achieved sales of €2.31 billion, almost on a par with the previous year.

04.05.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Identiv Awarded Schreiner Group's 'Supplier of the Year' Award

For secure IoT medical device authentication and anti-counterfeiting RFID inlays.

04.01.21

Breaking News | Flexible and Printed Electronics | RFID and NFC | Suppliers News

PragmatIC Receives £1.3 Million Contract from UK Government Sustainable Innovation Fund

PragmatIC said its ultra-low-cost RFID will enable rewarding recycling and packaging re-use.

03.29.21

Breaking News | Personnel | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots

Steve Sanghi Joins Impinj Board of Directors

Sanghi was named executive chairman of Microchip Technology, Inc. in March 2021 after serving as Microchip’s CEO since 1990.

03.23.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Checkpoint Systems Protects Madi Ventura Pine Nuts

Protected using a Checkpoint “invisible” label.

02.16.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Forbes Names Zebra Technologies to America’s Best Employers List for 5th Year

Zebra ranks No. 158 among top 500 midsize employers.

02.16.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Impinj Ships 50 Billionth Endpoint IC, 3 Millionth Connectivity Device

New RAIN RFID milestones underscore progress on expanding the Internet of Things by 1,000×.

02.15.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Repacorp Grows RFID Business with Assist from Mark Andy

'Any customer that has a need to eliminate human error has a reason to use RFID,' said Rochelle Heinl, VP, Repacorp Inc.

02.12.21

Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC | Suppliers News

Identiv’s Operational Momentum Sets Positive Outlook for 2021

Company reports 30% growth year-over-year and positive cash flow from operations.

02.10.21

Printed, Hybrid, and InMold Electronics: Innovation and Market Trends

TechBlick highlights promising innovation and market trends during upcoming interactive online conference and exhibition.

02.10.21

Breaking News | Mergers and Acquisitions | RFID and NFC

ASSA ABLOY Acquires Technology Solutions

TSL is a UK-based global provider of RFID handheld readers.

02.08.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | Product Releases | RFID and NFC

Giesecke+Devrient Launches StarSign Key Fob

Develops a biometric access device that is supported by NFC, USB and Bluetooth Low Energy.

02.08.21

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Emerson Launches Lumity Brand for Food, Pharma Protection

New products include monitoring solutions and analytics software to help ensure product safety and integrity.

02.05.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Emerson Earns 100 on Human Rights Campaign’s 2021 Corporate Equality Index

Recognition designates Emerson among Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality.

02.05.21

Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC | Suppliers News

Avery Dennison Announces 4Q, Full Year 2020 Results

Enterprise-wide sales of RFID products were up approximately 55%.

02.04.21

Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots | Sensors and Wearables

STMicroelectronics Reports Q4, FY 2020 Results

Results include FY 2020 net revenues $10.22 billion, gross margin of 37.1 and net income of $1.11 billion.

02.04.21

NXP Semiconductors Reports Sales Gains in 4Q 2020

NXP reported fourth-quarter revenue was $2.5 billion, up 9% year-on-year.

02.04.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Scotch & Soda Selects Nedap as RFID Partner

Turning customers into brand-loyal fans is the main driver to optimize product availability, according to the Dutch fashion brand.

02.04.21

Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC | Suppliers News

Emerson Reports 1Q 2021 Results

Free cash flow was $686 million, up 121%.

02.03.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

First Zebra Service Center Opens in Vietnam

Fifth service center in Southeast Asia, alongside existing Zebra facilities in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand.

02.02.21

Breaking News | Personnel | RFID and NFC | Sensors and Wearables

Emerson CEO David N. Farr to Retire

Lal Karsanbhai to become CEO on Feb. 5.

02.01.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC | Sensors and Wearables

NFL, Zebra Technologies Discuss Real-Time Tracking, Key Insights Leading into Super Bowl LV

Virtual press conference will feature NFL EVP of Football Ops, Troy Vincent, NFL linebacker Brandon Copeland and Zebra Sports’ John Pollard.

01.29.21

Breaking News | Personnel | RFID and NFC

Identiv Appoints Leigh Dow as VP of Marketing

Newly created role is part of the company’s ongoing transformation to become the leading provider of security and identity solutions.

01.26.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

STMicroelectronics Powers NFC Applications with Message Content, Anti-Tamper in New Type-5 Tags

Tags deliver advantages such as extended communication range with superior reliability.

01.25.21

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Roadsimple Modernizes Warehouse Ops with Zebra Technologies

Roadsimple 'transformed our warehouse from a manual-based operation using pen and paper to a truly modernized one,' said Hao Fang, IT director.

Printed Electronics Now staff 01.22.21

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Farmacorp Selects Zebra Technologies, Reflexis Systems to Modernize On-site Store Audits

Bolivian pharmacy chain leverages mobile store inspections across 100+ stores.

Printed Electronics Now staff 01.15.21

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Sensormatic Solutions Debuts VisionWorks at NRF 2021

VisionWorks provides retailers with new deep learning-based computer vision AI models for unmatched operational insights.

Printed Electronics Now staff 01.14.21

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Veridos Paves Way for Secure, Autonomous Border Crossing

Veridos has successfully implemented many automated border control solutions, including projects in Bangladesh, Morocco, and Luxembourg.

Printed Electronics Now staff 01.14.21

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Timestrip Electronic Indicators Launched

For monitoring safe storage and transportation of wide range of goods including pharmaceuticals, vaccines, healthcare, food produce, adhesives and inks.

Printed Electronics Now staff 01.13.21

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Impinj Announces Preliminary 4Q 2020 Revenue

Expected preliminary fourth quarter 2020 revenue to exceed $36 million.

Printed Electronics Now staff 01.13.21

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Sensormatic Solutions Launches Sensormatic IQ

Unify diverse data and insights with the new intelligent operating platform designed to drive improved shopper experiences and retail outcomes.

Printed Electronics Now staff 01.12.21

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Nathan Winters Appointed Zebra Technologies CFO

Winters takes position after serving in acting role since August 2020.

Printed Electronics Now staff 01.12.21

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Powercast Wins 2021 BIG Innovation Award

Attains accolade for its wirelessly-powered RFID Temperature Scanning System.

Printed Electronics Now staff 01.12.21

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STMicroelectronics Announces 4Q 2020 Preliminary Revenues

Preliminary Q420 net revenues of $3.24 billion, above the outlook range.

Printed Electronics Now staff 01.08.21

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AIM Congratulates 2020 Case Study Winners

AIM pays tribute to participants who demonstrated innovative use of AIDC technologies for their annual Case Study Competition.

Printed Electronics Now staff 01.07.21

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Powercast Sees Record Customer, Revenue Growth in 2020

Also, Powercast showcasing new wirelessly-powered RFID temperature scanning system and more at CES Virtual 2021.

Printed Electronics Now staff 01.05.21

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Filippa K Selects Nedap to Power Omnichannel Fulfillment

"RFID technology helps us to always have the right products available online and in our stores," said Emelie Berggren, fulfillment director at Filippa K.

Printed Electronics Now staff 01.05.21

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Identiv Announces Early Repayments of Loans

Company strengthens balance sheet as RFID demand allows early repayments.

Printed Electronics Now Staff 01.04.21

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Zebra Technologies Voted Top Software Vendor by Retailers in 2021 RIS Software LeaderBoard

Recent acquisition of leading workforce and task management provider Reflexis Systems also featured prominently throughout rankings.

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.28.20

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Ackermans Selects Zebra Technologies’ Mobile Computing Solution to Modernize Store Operations

South African fashion retailer utilizes Zebra’s TC20 mobile computer for Windows to Android migration.

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.25.20

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Green Tuesday Campaign Donations Equal Removing 21 Tons of Toxic Blue-green Algae

For each purchase order placed by its partners during the Green Tuesday week, Confidex would donate 3% of the order value to the John Nurminen Foundation.

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.25.20

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Botswana Reinforces Decade-Old Partnership with Veridos

Places an additional order for state-of-the-art ePassports with Veridos.

Printed Electronics Now Staff 12.21.20

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STMicroelectronics, Schneider Electric Partner on Carbon Neutrality, Energy-Efficient Solutions

Will look at the possibilities enabled by wide-bandgap semiconductors (SiC and GaN), AI-enabled sensors, and connectivity.

Printed Electronics Now Staff 12.18.20

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Schreiner MediPharm Joins DoseID

Consortium seeking RFID tracking standardization in healthcare sector.

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.18.20

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RRD Touchless World Offers Production, Distribution for Apple App Clip Codes

App Clip Codes integrate digital variable text and graphical print with NFC technology plus full dynamic encoding.

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.17.20

Breaking News | Flexible and Printed Electronics | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison, Schreiner MediPharm, PragmatIC Semiconductor Leveraging NFC Technology

Extending smart packaging to the unit-level for everyday pharma to significantly improve patient safety and experiences.

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.15.20

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Amsterdam Selects Thales' Card Readers for Its Buses, Trams

Thales’ new card readers enable payment by mobile phone, bank card, credit card or QR code.

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.14.20

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Newsweek Ranks Emerson Among America’s Most Responsible Companies

Emerson ranks No. 41 overall and No. 2 in the Capital Goods industry category.

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.11.20

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ASSA ABLOY, LG Electronics Collaboration Set to Transform Digital Door Displays

Door will display high-definition images and videos using LG’s transparent OLED signage.

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.10.20

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Avery Dennison Advances Significant Sustainability Actions in 2020

Achieves substantial upgrade on CDP environmental scorecard.

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.10.20

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Thales Introduces Ready to Fly

Designed to help its airline customers restore passenger confidence in air travel during the crisis and in a post-pandemic world.

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.08.20

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Brady Corporation Reports Fiscal 1Q 2021 Results

Net sales were $277.2 million, down from $286.9 million in 1Q 2019, while cash flow from operating activities was up 61.8% to $62.8 million.

Printed Electronics Now Staff 12.07.20

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Thales Introduces Double-Sided ID Card Reader

First to be able to examine ID cards or driving licenses in the cloud in less than four seconds.

Printed Electronics Now Staff 12.04.20

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Umesh Padval Joins Impinj Board of Directors

Venture partner of Thomvest Ventures joins the Impinj board of directors.

Printed Electronics Now Staff 12.03.20

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Tageos Appoints New Head of Marketing

Most recently she was senior VP marketing & communications at Smartrac Technology.

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.03.20

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Confidex’s Enhanced Automotive Product Offering Drives Digital Transformation

Confidex’s expanded portfolio includes products serving today’s challenges in the automotive supply chain.

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.02.20

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American Nuts Embraces RFID ERC Solution to Control Inventory, Operations, Profitability

The company expects to reduce inventory levels within the next six to 12 months by at least 25%, according to CFO Nate Willits,

Printed Electronics Now staff 12.02.20

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Zebra Technologies’ Cristen Kogl Receives Women, Influence & Power in Law Award

Law.com Corporate Counsel announces annual list honoring top women lawyers.

Printed Electronics Now staff 11.30.20

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Tageos Launches Next-Gen RAIN RFID Inlays Powered by Impinj M700 IC Series

First ARC-certified retail and supply chain optimized inlays.

Printed Electronics Now staff 11.23.20

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Sensormatic Solutions Newest SuperTag 4 Helps Retailers Maximize Sales, Reduce Shrink

Tag design and SMaaS integration offer next-generation protection for high-value merchandise.

Printed Electronics Now staff 11.20.20

Breaking News | Research Reports | RFID and NFC

RAIN RFID Market Research Report Available Now

First time a Market Research Report has been sponsored by the industry alliance, said Steve Halliday, president of the RAIN Alliance.

Printed Electronics Now staff 11.18.20

Breaking News | Contract Manufacturing/Printing | RFID and NFC

Toppan Named to DJSI World Index for 4th Consecutive Year

Sustainability performance recognized by leading global ESG investment index.

Printed Electronics Now Staff 11.18.20

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