Coats Group plc, the world’s leading industrial thread and
consumer textile crafts business, has developed a metallized thread
antenna specifically for use with a revolutionary radio frequency identification
(RFID) tag. Convergence Systems
Limited (CSL), a global provider of RFID products and active real
time location system (RTLS) equipment, is launching a RFID metallized thread tag
designed for tracking applications in the industrial laundry, leather, textile
and uniform sectors.
The
patented CSL CS8200 RFID tag includes an integrated circuit and a partially
metallized thread, specifically developed by Coats for CSL. The thread acts as
an antenna while also securing the tag to clothing, leather or other thin
flexible materials. The small, flexible RFID tag can be easily and securely
sewn into a uniform, table linen, handbag or other textile in an inconspicuous
location, such as in the garment seam or behind the brand label.
The
development of the thread is of particular significance for Coats as it marks
the successful first commercial step for its conductive threads. Building
conductivity into thread means it is then possible to incorporate intelligence
which opens up many new and diverse product markets.
Paul
Forman, Group Chief Executive, Coats Group plc said: ‘Coats has worked closely
with CSL to specifically develop a thread for this revolutionary new product.
This RFID metallized thread tag provides an outstanding solution for quick and
accurate inventory management as well as brand authentication of all types of
garments and textiles. It is a prime example of Coats’ innovation as we extend
beyond traditional thread and develop ‘clever thin lines’ which can transmit and
even carry data.’
With
exceptional durability for washing, drying, dry cleaning and ironing, the CS8200
RFID metallized thread tag is a cost-effective solution for efficient laundry
process control, such as batch check in/check out of linens or uniforms. In
addition to enabling accurate tracking and management of commercial laundry, the
CSL tag is ideal for brand authentication and security of fashion apparel and
accessories.
Jerry
Garrett, Managing Director, Convergence Systems Limited said: ‘This is the only
RFID tag that allows the user to customise the application read range by
altering the metallized thread length. Our unique solution is tailor-made for
helping industrial laundry, textile and uniform businesses save time and money
in logistics, security and processing.’
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