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An easy-to-understand explanation of the relationship between EPC and GS1 codes! You will be able to understand the basic technologies of barcodes and RFID.

Have you ever seen the barcodes attached to products in stores? This barcode is called the "GS1 code" and is used under a common set of rules worldwide. Recently, a new technology called RFID has started to be utilized as an alternative to this barcode. Are you familiar with the EPC system used by RFID? This time, I will explain the terms EPC and GS1 code and their relationship. ■ What is EPC? EPC stands for Electronic Product Code, which is an area that stores information used to identify RF tags. The memory capacity of EPC varies depending on the type of IC chip implemented in the RF tag, but generally, 96 or 128-bit chips are used. The information written can be read and written using a reader/writer. ~ Points to note when writing information to EPC ~ (1) Write in hexadecimal (note that you cannot directly write letters G-Z or symbols). (2) Write information that fits within the memory capacity of the EPC. (3) Write a unique value (a value that is not the same as other RF tags' EPCs).

This explains the principle of a counter that quickly and accurately measures the number of items such as postcards, envelopes, tickets, efficacy documents, cards, booklets, circuit boards, gaskets, and more.

The Count Master is a measuring instrument developed to count stacked items. Features: It can count even small gap items. The counting speed is fast, allowing detection of one item at a speed of less than 1m/s (for items like cards with a thickness of 0.21mm). It counts non-contact using an optical sensor, preventing damage to the counted items. Detection Principle: Light is applied while moving up and down from the side of the stacked measurement items, and the reflected light is received by the sensor to detect changes. When the sensor moves across the measurement surface, overlapping areas of the items create a pattern of light and dark. By detecting this pattern with the sensor, a wave of signals corresponding to the light and dark is generated, allowing the count of items by counting the peaks of the wave.

Utilizing a handy reader is enough with just this one! It has all the necessary functions for inventory management.

"SpeeMa Lite" is an RFID inventory management package software that accelerates stocktaking by reading items in bulk with a handheld reader. Compared to traditional barcode operations, it significantly reduces time. Additionally, for customers hesitant about the high initial costs of RFID implementation, we offer a pricing structure that allows for low-cost usage. Furthermore, by using RFID tags produced with our new manufacturing equipment, you can further reduce running costs. 【Feature Introduction】 ■Free - Counts the types and quantities of items read ■Inbound/Outbound, Inventory, Returns - Matches the scanned items with the installed inventory list - Instantly identifies any discrepancies in inventory during stocktaking ■Lite - Allows writing arbitrary information to RFID tags - Enables easy inventory management with just this one app *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.