Panasonic has been selling RFID data collection devices, such as rugged handheld readers, for more than a decade. In December 2019, Panasonic established a dedicated IoT division to expand its offering of complete IoT solutions, including the application of RFID technology. Panasonic offers a variety of hardware products that meet RFID requirements. For example, the company's Android device products have built-in NFC readers; Windows products have HF, LF or UHF RFID reader functions.
Panasonic also launched the latest fixed readers, which are used by multiple industries to capture sensor data in logistics and production. Some of Panasonic's devices, such as TOUGHBOOK A3 and TOUGHBOOK N1, not only support RFID technology, but also integrate multiple technologies such as Bluetooth and NFC to meet the needs of different scenarios.
Panasonic realizes that no one technology can serve all applications, so it adopts a layered approach to mix multiple technologies, including RFID, BLE, etc., to meet the changing market needs. With the rise of the Internet of Things and the continuous maturity of RFID technology, Panasonic's layout in the RFID market is also expanding. For example, Panasonic launched the first three-proof tablet computer Toughpad FZ-M1, which supports multiple technologies such as RFID readers, providing mobile three-proof devices for professionals in harsh environments.
RFID solutions are widely used in many fields
Panasonic's killer feature in the RFID market is the comprehensive solutions it provides. These solutions not only cover hardware devices such as RFID readers and tags, but also include software services such as cloud services and data analysis, providing customers with end-to-end RFID application solutions.
In the field of logistics, Panasonic's RFID solutions can achieve real-time tracking and inventory management of items, improve logistics efficiency, and reduce losses and omissions. By installing RFID readers and tags, companies can monitor the location and status of goods in real time, optimize transportation routes and warehouse management.
In the retail field, Panasonic's RFID solutions can help retailers achieve precision marketing and fast checkout. Through RFID tags, retailers can monitor inventory status in real time, understand consumers' shopping habits and preferences, and formulate more accurate marketing strategies. At the same time, RFID technology can also realize innovative functions such as unmanned checkout and virtual fitting, enhancing consumers' shopping experience.
In the medical field, Panasonic's RFID solutions play an important role in patient identification, drug tracking, medical equipment management, etc. Through RFID technology, hospitals can achieve real-time tracking and management of patients and drugs, and improve the efficiency and safety of medical services.
Recently demonstrated its latest Logiscend system
At the recent Internet of Things Expo, Panasonic demonstrated its latest Logiscend system, which uses IoT devices and RFID to achieve excellent logistics and asset tracking. The Logiscend platform can be integrated with existing systems and solve specific problems in customers' existing infrastructure. The practical demonstration highlights the main features and advantages of dynamic scalability:
In actual application at a leading automobile manufacturer in the southeastern United States, Panasonic's Logiscend demonstrated how the integration of IoT and tracking technology can streamline production processes, minimize errors, and improve overall operational efficiency. Logiscend's IoT devices provide real-time tracking of materials, ensure accurate location monitoring, and reduce the occurrence of misplaced parts; the system supports a range of label solutions, including simple low-cost RFID tags and high-end Bluetooth view tags with dynamic displays.
The Logiscend system uses a restful API interface design and can be integrated with almost any existing MES or ERP system. It has good adaptability and scalability, and is designed to meet the evolving needs of the automotive industry. It is a revolutionary means for the automotive industry to enhance inventory management and improve logistics. Logiscend's technology can be seamlessly integrated with existing production lines, and automakers can easily adopt these advanced technologies to simplify operations.
This paper is from Ulink Media, Shenzhen, China, the organizer of IOTE EXPO (IoT Expo in China)
