A new technical specification should smooth the way for better radio frequency identification (RFID) tracking of shipping containers. A new licence
A new technical specification should smooth the way for better radio frequency identification (RFID) tracking of shipping containers.
A new licence plate tag from the International Organisation of Standardisation (ISO) is said to better handle the harsh environments containers are exposed to.
This tag is a permanently affixed, read-only tag containing limited data relating only to physical identification and description of the container to which it is affixed. It is designed to last for the life of the container.
The purpose of ISO/TS 10891 is to optimise the efficiency of equipment control systems, including the optional usage of electronic seals in conformity with the ISO 18185 series.
Frank Nachbar, leader of the ISO committee which developed the standard, says it will help container manufacturers, the shipping industry, customs, terminal operators, rail operators and container depot operators to achieve optimal benefits from using RFID.
“[It will] improve efficiency, speed up operations and enhance security in the handling and transport of freight containers,” he says.