Overview of RFID Standards and Applications in Library and Retail Management
Discover the essential RFID standards and technologies that drive efficiency in libraries and retail operations. This guide covers key ISO standards including ISO 15693 and ISO 18000, highlighting applications such as self-checkout stations, inventory management, and electronic article surveillance. Learn about the physical layer, anti-collision protocols, and the advantages of RFID tags in improving transaction speed, collection management, and security. Explore the impact of RFID on staff transactions and the benefits of automated systems for item identification and processing.
Overview of RFID Standards and Applications in Library and Retail Management
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Components • - tags, readers and antennas • - staff stations • - self checkout stations • - inventory wand • - return chute • - sortation equipment • - EAS (electronic article surveillance) pedestals
An Overview of RFID Standards Two types of RFID Standards Technology Standards • ISO 15693 • ISO 18000 • MIT epc Application Standards • GTAG – Supply Chain (EAN/UCC) • ANSI MH 10.8.4 – Returnable Containers & Pallets • ANSI MH 10.8.8 – Parcels, Packages, & Flat Mail • ISO 18185 – Freight Containers/Electric Seals • AIAG – Automotive Industry • UPU – Universal Postal Union • IATA – Airline Industry
Define 3 things : • Physical Layer • Protocols • Anti-collision All these relate to the“Air Interface” between the reader and the tag RFID Technology Standards
ITEM TAGGING PALLET TAGGING Standard Committees <134 KHz 13.56 MHz 900 MHz 2.45 GHz Applications Any application ISO 18000 GTAG Retail & logistics RFID chips/tags MIT (ePC) Retail & logistics Access Control ISO 15693 Ticketing Mifare (Type A) ISO 14443 Dominance of 13.56MHz in Standards Contactless cards
ISO For Libraries • ISO 18000 is the standard for RFID applications • No ISO standard exists for libraries because there is no definition of: • The memory size • Data formats within the memory • Security features • TAGSYS readers able to read any ISO chips
Tags • - for books • - for DVD/CD's • - for VHS tapes • - Magnetic media (VHS tapes, cassette tapes) preservation • - no EM equipment (sometimes)
Data storage on the tag • - Itemid • - theft bit • - shelving information • - date of circulation
Improved staff transactions • - no barcode hunting • - no EM strip to process (well, sometimes)
Self checkout stations • - issues with barcoded material and barcoded patron card • - height makes a difference • - kids love it • - increased circulation (reduced lines)
Bulk transactions • - multiple item checkin • - multiple item checkout
FASTRAC Inventory Control Benefits • Libraries collection management easier, faster, and more accurate • Dual-mode inventory control • Allows libraries to leverage the reporting facilities of the ILS • Allows libraries to conduct real-time inventory • Search mode allows for quick identification and processing of requests or weeding • Assists in easy identification of branch rotation collection • Ergonomic design prevents injury by preventing the need to bend or extend
Return chute • - auto checkin • - holds detection
Mechanical sorting • - reduced costs (compared to barcodes)
Manual sortation • - audio and visual cues
FASTRAC Security Gates Features • Can detect multiple items, multiple material types at the same time • Free-running anti-collision provides rapid response • Directly interrogates RFID tag for security encoding • Offers both visual & audible alarms • Can be implemented in a variety of styles
Implementation • - “Plug-in” vs. Server based solution
Tagging time • - 2083 items per 8 hour shift (helps to be already handling material) • - Three cents per item.
Are barcodes still needed? • - interlibrary loans • - there’s still a need for itemids • - phone in renewals • - barcodes guarantee uniqueness
Industry involvement • - Baker & Taylor, Inc. (Charlotte, NC) • - Academic Book Center (Portland, OR) (Blackwell's Book Services) • - BWI (Book Wholesalers Inc.) (Lexington, KY) (A Follett Corporation Company)