eSmart Source Announces Partnership with SATO America for RFID Printers
eSmart Source Inc. a leading system integrator of RFID--enabled solutions and a member of EPCglobal US today announced they have entered into a product partnership agreement with SATO America, a leader in barcode printing since introducing the first thermal transfer barcode printer in 1979, under which eSmart Source will sell multi-protocol EPC-compliant RFID printers from SATO America.
Sunnyvale, CA (PRWEB) July 14, 2004 -- eSmart Source Inc. a leading system integrator of RFID--enabled solutions and a member of EPCglobal US today announced they have entered into a product partnership agreement with SATO America, a leader in barcode printing since introducing the first thermal transfer barcode printer in 1979, under which eSmart Source will sell multi-protocol EPC-compliant RFID printers from SATO America.
As part of the program, SATO and eSmart will work together to provide RFID labeling solutions in large scale RFID enablement projects that comply with the Wal-Mart mandate, requiring their Top 300 suppliers to embed RFID tags at the case and pallet.
The addition of SATO's CL408e-RFID CL412e-RFID line of printers to eSmart's offerings means that customers can now obtain a complete RFID solution from the company.
SATO RFID solutions include the CL408e and CL412e UHF RFID printers, utilizing multi-protocol RFID read/write technology, which supports EPC Class 1, ISO18000, and EM Marin protocols, (more popular in Europe). Also, the CL408e and CL412e RFID printers can be easily upgraded as new standards and protocols are established for new generations of RFID tags such as EPC Class 1 Generation 2. The SATO printers with RFID capability are designed for many applications, including anti-theft, asset tracking, supply chain logistics, baggage tags, retail labeling and factory automation.
RFID is a means of identifying objects from a distance using radio frequency transmissions. An RFID tag, containing an electronic chip, stores data on the product within which it is embedded. A reader (fixed, mobile or handheld) is used to retrieve the information. As a wireless technology, RFID is effective in manufacturing as it enables accurate and real-time tracking of inventory by companies throughout an entire supply chain without the need for line-of-sight tags and readers (as in the case of bar code scanning).
About eSmart Source, Inc.
For over five years, eSmart Source has been a committed IT partner, helping companies capitalize on the strengths of IT to achieve value-driven business results. eSmart offers multi-tier suite of solutions and services designed to address end-to-end RFID system needs of companies including assessment, evaluation, integration and training. As systems integrator eSmart Source will integrate SATO's CL eRFID printers and develop end-to-end solutions for customers to meet their specific logistical operational and data requirements. For more information, go to http://www.esmartsource.com
About SATO America
SATO America offers innovative printing products that are convenient, reliable, cost-effective and easy to use, which enable users to recognize new ways to track their products and assets. SATO America, Inc. has been manufacturing industrial barcode printers for over two decades, delivering rugged dependability and reliable performance. The complete SATO product line includes direct thermal and thermal transfer printers, OEM print engines, printer accessories, label design software, labels and thermal transfer ribbons. SATO is a public listed company in Japan and has worldwide offices in United States, Germany, United Kingdom, Poland, Belgium, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and China. SATO reported revenues of US$445 million in 2002. SATO stock is traded on first section of Tokyo Stock Exchange. More information can be found at www.satoamerica.com .
Contact Information:
Sanjiv Dua
eSmart Source, Inc.
355 W. Olive Avenue Suite 207
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Phone: 408-739-3500
Fax: 408-739-3502
sdua@esmartsource.com
http://www.esmartsource.com
Andrew B. Wright
SATO America, Inc.
10350A Nations Ford Road Charlotte, NC 28273
Phone: (916) 789-8759
Fax: (916) 789-8760
andreww@satoamerica.com
http://www.satoamerica.com
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