Identity, Security, Payments, Biometrics, Smart Cards and Authentication News

Databac launches UHF product line

Monday, March 9, 2009

Databac Group, a European firm specializing in identity solutions, has announced the roll out of a line of UHF RFID tags and cards. The devices are designed for a range of contactless ID and tracking solutions, and include a polyester CR80-sized UHF card suitable for printing using dye-sublimation and retransfer card printers.


Databac’s UHF cards and tags feature a long-read range, suitable for use in asset tagging, baggage tracking and warehousing and supply chain management solutions. Databac developers also have an eye on the people-tracking market, including visitor tracking at events, staff monitoring in offices, and automated timing solutions for races.

The UHF series is available in a variety of formats, including CR80 cards, pallet tags and luggage tags, made from a variety of materials. Pre-printing is available, or the cards can be supplied in plain white formats. The cards and tags can also be protected by a number of optional security features. [end] 

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