Smart box aids tracking

When Georg Utz was looking for a durable and Auto-ID compatible label for its reusable standard box the company chose inotec’s RFID in-mould label. Working in conjunction with inotec and GS1 Germany, the GS1 SMART-Box was created.

Following its launch this product has set the standard for reusable, standardised containers. It is a box that bridges the gap between production and central retail warehouses – the circular economy of the future.

Georg Utz was looking for a labelling solution that could be integrated directly into the container during production. The label also had to meet stringent hygiene requirements.

The RFID in-mould label from inotec can be used in a wide variety of environments as it contains a barcode, an integrated RFID antenna as well as an RFID chip which is inextricably linked to the container. This not only guarantees permanent identification of the container but also enables multiple reading options, simplifying processes and reducing errors.

The RFID in-mould label used on the GS1 SMART-Box is both robust and secure. The injection moulding process makes the label both tamper-proof and waterproof as well as being resistant to chemicals and UV rays.

As the label containing the chip fuses seamlessly with the container, it is an integral part of the reusable load carrier. Complete traceability, absolute security against manipulation and fast, efficient data transfer are also possible with RFID (Track and Trace).

For more information, visit www.inotec.co.uk