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About RFID Update
 
 
This newsletter is designed to keep you informed about Secura Key's RFID products and services, so that we can help you find solutions for your customers.  Many customers know us for one specific product or service and they are often unaware of our other capabilities.

In this issue, we are highlighting the many applications that Secura Key RFID products are being used for, which may give you ideas on how to use RFID for your application. 

We hope that you will find the Secura Key RFID Update helpful and informative!

 RFID APPLICATIONS

Below are some applications that Secura Key products are used for.  These are all projects which have been developed by our RFID Integrator Partners.

 

 

 

secure jewelry caseSmart Readers for High Security Display Cases

Control employee ability to raise and lower (lock and unlock) a secure jewelry store display case.  Reduces time and labor by avoiding emptying/reloading jewelry cases every day. Uses Secura Key ET8SR readers and e*Tag® HF key tags.

 

 

 

 

   

Library SystemsPatron Cards and Readers for Library Systems

Self check-out of library books.  USB micro reader and flat, pad antenna. Library Patron cards.  Uses the e*Tag® card with i-Code SLI chip, and Secura Key ET9  USB Micro reader with external antenna.

  

 

 

 

School TransportationID Cards and Readers for School Transportation

Monitor bus drivers and students as they board a school bus.  Also, enroll the driver or student in the main office.  Buses have wireless communications with a central system.  Using ET4 readers, HF cards, and ET4 USB desk top wedge reader for enrollment.

 

 

 

 

  

 

interactive eventsLong Range UHF ID tags for Interactive Games

Activate voices, lights and movements through an exhibit at Las Vegas Casinos.  Uses an oversized UHF card with custom graphics.

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

stadium seating controlsID Devices for Stadium Seating Remote Controls   (chip/coil embedded in remote control unit) Move stadium seats in and out.  Reader located on control electronics.  Uses  Secura Key RK65K LF standalone reader and Radio Key® keytag.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fitness Center SecurityFitness Club Access

Give club members access into a fitness club (front desk at most clubs and front door at 24/7 clubs).  Uses Secura Key ET8 reader and e*Tag® HF key tags 

 

 

 

 

 

  

convenience store loyalty programs C-Store Loyalty

Add loyalty points to a tag each time customers make a purchase at a gasoline station or convenience store.  Uses e*Tag® keytag with Mifare Ultralight chip, custom-printed with merchandise logos.

 

 

 

 

  

conveyor belt readerLogistics

Read a tagged plastic tote at various points traveling down a conveyor line and send it off the conveyor at any point for rework or kitting.  Using ET4 reader and HF cards.

 

 

 

 

 

secure lab refrigeratorsSecure Lab Refrigerators 

Control Lab employee access to lab refrigerators.  Uses Secura Key ET8SR embedded reader and e*Tag® HF cards (ISO 15693 and ISO 14443).

 

 

 

 

 

RFID Label PrinterRFID Label Encoding/Test-RFID Label Printer. Encodes RFID inlays in tag to match external bar coding, for inventory control, shipping, etc.  Using ET4 board and 1" x 4" antenna.

 

 

 

 

 

 

RFID Hotel Lock Hotel Door Locks

Battery powered self-contained locking units replace existing door hardware. Using e*Tag® HF cards and key tags.

 

 

 

 

 

  

RFID Transit Fare CollectionTransit Applications

Mass transit and fare collection.  Uses e*Tag® cards with Mifare® 1K chip.

 

 

 

  

 

Fitness Program ManagementFitness Program Monitoring -

Adjust fitness machines (resistance and reps) and monitor progress at Fitness Clubs.  Using ET4 reader and HF 10K bit key tag. 

 

 

 

 

 

EV Charging Station Control Access to Electric Car Charging Stations. 

Using ET4 embedded reader board, USB Desktop Enrollment reader and HF cards (ISO 15693 and ISO 14443) with DESFire® EV1 chip.

 

 

SECURA KEY TECHNOLOGY WHITE PAPERS

White PaperFor customers who wish to learn more about our card technologies, two White Papers are available on our website: "Radio Key® Technology" and "e*Tag® Technology."  These white papers give a detailed description of Secura Key's core Proximity and Contactless Smart Card technologies, including terminology, basic operation, and a detailed description of the various types of readers and credentials available in each technology.  These White Papers also explain differences, similarities, and advantages offered by Secura Key as compared to other competing technologies in the market.
 
These White Papers are very useful to systems integrators, OEMs, and Application Developers in both the Security and RFID channels.  They are written for an executive level audience. 
 
These Technology White Papers can be downloaded from the Secura Key website  by clicking here: White Papers.
 
Requests for free printed copies of these informative documents should be sent to mail@securakey.com. Secura Key products are available through major distributors of security, access control, locking hardware and gate control equipment.

 Call Secura Key for your RFID Needs
 
Secura Key has a wide range of HF-RFID readers in various form factors, and with most standard data interface types.  We provide Engineering support for developers, and we can develop custom solutions if your application requires them.
 
Visit our website or call us for more information about these or any other RFID Products.  You can also send me an email by clicking on my name below.
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RFID Sales Manager
Secura Key 
 
(800) 891-0020