With over 25 years
of process and a
decade of RFID
experience in
solution
development and
project implementations the RFID Institute guarantees a successful business outcome. Based on our involvement in application and solution design and understanding the user requirements in compiling Feasibility Studies, we have developed tried and tested solutions across multiple industry sectors.Through our Partnership Alliances we have the resources to provide a full
turnkey project
implementation
service.
RFID Institute SA., is Africa’s leading vendor-neutral RFID service provider, providing expert professional services to all organizations intending to implement, or simply learn more about RFID.
RFID is not a “plug and play” technology.
It requires careful selection and tuning. Expertise is essential for its successful implementation.
The value that RFID provides to organisations comes from improved processes and how well the technology and processes are integrated with the Enterprise system. Despite the focus on tag costs and product features, fundamental decisions about processes and system design have the greatest impact on the value and return on investment the RFID system provides.Using experts to manage the system design and implementation is one of the safest and most effective RFID investments a company can make. Research has indicated a strong link between the involvement of specialised RFID service providers such as the RFID Institute and project success.
RFID Enabled Solutions
SWAZILAND SUGAR ASSOCIATION -
Swaziland Sugar Association appoints the RFID Institute.SA to assess the feasability of applying RFID technology of product traceablity throughout the distribution process for local and European bulk sugar exports.
SP D100 series omni directional reader/writers offer new solutions for automatic identification system.
TAGSYS OEM MID-RANGE READER PO13
The TAGSYS Medio PO13 is a low Cost 13.56 MHz OEM reader for mid-range reading applications.
EMS Cobalt HF Readers
Integrated Modular Controller / Antennas. Rugged, highly connected Cobalt HF RFID systems give integrators fast, low cost RFID readers and tags for the factory floor.
LONMIN
Apply the RFID Institute.SA approach to successful RFID Application Implementation to compile a group standard. Based on the proven module of "The Uses and Benefits of RFID within the Mining Industry".
ThingMagic Serial Reader
Rugged Indoor / Outdoor UHF RFID reader
820-980 MHz Linear Polarised Patch Antenna
ALIEN ALR - 9900 ENTERPRISE RFID READER
High Performance, Easy to deploy, Easy to Manage.
COMPTIA
Comptia Gold Education Partner - RFID Institute.SA upgraded to Gold Partner Status for RFID+ Certification and Training.
TESTING ICE CREAM.
This is a test, pls do not be alarmed working on web site right now.
ALIEN - 8800 Enterprise RFID Reader
EPC Gen 2, ETSI Compliant RFID Reader
What is RFID?
Automatic identification uses technology to track and manage items with minimal human intervention. The two primary automatic identification techniques are barcodes and RFID.
RFID
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is a system that involves electronic tags containing identification numbers or other data encoded onto an integrated circuit (IC). A device called a reader sends an electromagnetic signal to the tag. Upon receiving the reader’s signal, the tag transmits its code to the reader. By monitoring tag ID’s, the RFID system can track the presence and location of an object as it moves through the organization.
RFID is a combination of radio broadcast and digital coding technology. In digital coding technology, the digital data is encoded on a microchip. RFID uses radio waves to capture the digital data encoded in the microchip without any direct contact with the microchip. Therefore, RFID is used in contact less data transfers such as smart cards.
Vodacom
Appoints RFID Institute Professional Services for compilation of a feasibility study for the use of RFID within its existing business.
Exxaro
Adopts the RFID Institutes phased approach for the uses and benefits of RFID applications within the mining Industry.
ASSMANG
The RFID Institute SA manages turnkey project implimentation and provides quality control procedures.has been awarded the tender for a turnkey implementation of the RFID Sample Tracking System at Assmang Iron Ore´s Khumani Mine in the Northern Cape. The automated sample tracking system will utilise both HF and UHF RFID technology for identification tagging at source and thereafter sample tracking throughout the preparation and analytical processes. Sample identification data will interface to various other components and the LIMS control system within the overall infrastructure.
COMPTIA
Comptia Gold Education Partner - RFID Institute.SA upgraded to Gold Partner Status for RFID+ Certification and Training.
Successful RFID Proof of Concept at Standard Bank
The RFID Institute SA has completed a successful RFID Proof of Concept at Standard Bank´s 5 Simmonds Street premises in Johannesburg. This project entailed the installation, configuring and testing of an Alien UHF portal in a walkway between two buildings, the requirement is to scan the UHF ID cards of personnel passing through the walkway during emergency evacuation procedures. The final configuration was tested with a one hundred percent read rate.
Harmony Gold
Appoint the RFID Institute SA to Specify and Compile "Group Standards" (RFID Blueprint).
have commissioned the RFID Institute SA to design an RFID system for people management (safety exposure to noise; dust etc.) underground asset management, and ore tracking at the new mine extension at Doornkop South Reef Project. This includes project analysis, testing and validation, site survey, system design, implementation and technical support.
Harmony is the fifth largest gold producer in the world, with operations and projects in South Africa, Australia and Papua New Guinea, their Doornkop South Reef project entails the deepening of the main shaft. Four working levels and additional infrastructure are also being developed. The project will bring to account over three million ounces of gold during an 11-year life of mine.
EPCglobal
leads the development of industry-driven standards for the Electronic Product Code (EPC) to support the use of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) in today’s fast-moving, information rich, trading networks.
In association with EPCglobal, the RFID Institute SA provides comprehensive and specialised training in RFID technology.
The RFID Institute.SA Academy offers a broad range of current and up to the minute educational courses developed in conjunction with standards organisations and end-users. Our courses are held at our Academy in Johannesburg and we also offer the facility of on-site training at your business premises.
Mondi Group
The Institute was recently contracted to analyse and upgrade Mondi Group / Versapak’s existing RFID system in the thermoforming division. Versapak are world-class manufacturers of expanded polystyrene packaging and PVC stretch film for the FMCG, fast food, beverage and agricultural sectors of both local and international markets.
SCHAUENBURG GROUP
RFID Institute SA has been Appointed by Schauenburg to conduct site surveys and User requirement specifications on new RFID projects
RFID Institute current contracts
Our consulting teams have been contracted by KWV to analyse, design and implement RFID design systems. These cost-effective and scalable solutions will integrate with existing manufacturing and distribution processes.
KWV is a leading exporter and distributor of quality South African wines and spirits in 35 global markets. The company has one of the most efficient global distribution networks of any wine company, with agents around the world. Key markets are the United Kingdom, the USA, Germany, Canada and South Africa.
Institute Academy upgraded to CompTIA Gold Education Partner
The RFID Institute SA has been upgraded to a CompTIA Gold Education Partner, the only RFID+ gold partner in Southern Africa.
CompTIA press release:
"We believe the gold partner system will go a long way in raising quality standards in the industry and ensuring that training, certifications and course material within the local IT industry is legitimate and compares favorably with international standards. The ICT training industry has made tremendous strides in restoring faith in certifications and as an industry association we are actively growing our member base of training and material providers who adhere to high standards and promote the value of authentic, internationally accepted certification.”
“CompTIA has also appointed gold partner material providers for their commitment to quality courseware and their willingness to submit their material for approval to CompTIA to secure the CAQC (CompTIA Approved Quality Courseware) seal of approval," says Sharon Oosterberg, Key Account Manager for CompTIA South Africa.
Assmang Beeshoek
The Institute designed and implemented a system for Assmang Beeshoek to track blast hole samples from the blast block right through the entire laboratory sampling process. This project was successfully implemented using a dual-frequency RFID system.
Assmang Limited supplies its three commodities of chrome, manganese and iron ore, to the world´s steel mills and alloy plants.
Swartland Doors
The Institute provided professional services to investigate the tracking of imported timber from harbour right through stores to production.
Versapak
The Institute was recently contracted to analyse and upgrade Versapak’s existing RFID system in the thermoforming division. Versapak are world-class manufacturers of expanded polystyrene packaging and PVC stretch film for the FMCG, fast food, beverage and agricultural sectors of both local and international markets.
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