TransCore unveils RFID rail products
TransCore's multi-protocol rail reader is an integrated, self-contained 902MHz to 928MHz wireless RFID reader.
Specifically designed for rail applications, it can read the current Association of American Railroads format and the new SeGo protocol tags with additional features that include programmable output power and programmable frequency range from 860MHz to 930MHz in 250KHz programmable frequency steps.
According to EON, the railroads have been instrumental in driving all aspects of automatic equipment identification (AEI) product development since the original design in the early '90s, including the products announced today.
This new technology was developed and tested with major railroads to ensure it meets their high standards of performance.
George McGraw, TransCore's executive VP of operations, which includes RFID manufacturing, explained: “Railroads across North America move more than approximately 1.7 billion tonnes of freight a year and need the latest technology to enhance visibility and security for shipment tracking and providing chain of custody of shipments.
“More crucial is that this technology is interoperable with their current investment in AEI technology and can transition to newer technology without rendering the current systems obsolete.”
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