LINEN & LAUNDRY TRACKING

RFID system provides a perfect solution for hospital linen management, making the process operation more reasonable and efficient.

How to Select a UHF-RFID Laundry Tracking System

Hospital linen management is relatively special that all these items must be cleaned and disinfected to ensure that they are sterile when the next patients use it. Besides, there are other problems in the use and management of hospital linen, including data errors in the process of linen distribution, washing and inventory management, tedious handover inventory, loss of unknown reasons, scrapping, etc.

That's is the reason that many laundries are turning to UHF-RFID technology to gain better control of their operations and reduce costs. Early installations prove the technology works. UHF-RFID tracking systems save time and money by instantly and accurately identifying and tracking vast numbers of items. Our systems process laundry articles infinitely faster and 99 percent more accurately than any other method.

Laundries report the following results from UHF-RFID tracking system use:

Choose the Correct Tag

Each garment is labelled with a UHF transponder. This electronic identification enables the automatic management of clothing and documentation of its life cycle.
The tags withstand compression, exposure to detergents and chemicals, and the high temperature requirements of laundry and sterilization processes.
Tags are a major component of the total cost for the UHF-RFID laundry project.
SmartX UHF transponders can be programmed with individual data, such as colour, size, washing temperature, date of purchase, etc. The 128-bit EPC data record enables maximum performance when scanning containers.
Tags differ in terms of size and appearance, application method, and durability. These differences may impact a laundry operator’s project benefits.
Consider the following before choosing the UHF-RFID tag to use:

UHF-RFID Equipment Selection and Setup

High quality readers and antennas that meet or exceed international standards at very reasonable prices are readily available. Price, performance, durability and client service should always be considered. But your choice is not wholly about price and technology. It is essential that you also match equipment to your operating environment. Here are 3 tips to make a better UHF-RFID system decision:

Are you processing large batches or small lots?

RFID-enabled fixed and mobile equipment specifically designed for rough and challenging industrial laundry environments .

The size and shape of the article read area influences the type and quantity of antennas you will need. 

Are you processing uniforms or linens?

Usually, linens require a laundry cart reading station to read all items in a cart. Some items have humidity, which makes handheld readings difficult.

Table-top antennas and portable  RFID handheld readers work well with uniforms.  It will enable you to automatically count and trace your linen in real-time at each step of the laundry cycle and at your customer sites.

Do you require confirmation of transactions across multiple locations?

Obtain rapid and reliable linen counts at every step of your laundry cycle: receiving, sorting, order preparation, shipping & collect/delivery at customer sites

In this case, processing speed, high-speed network, and Internet compatibility become important.

These are just the initial questions you need to answer to make an informed system selection that will be as cost effective and labor-efficient as possible. The antenna array layouts are very important. UHF-RFID read areas must be properly established to avoid missed or erroneously read tags. The best equipment with a poor setup will yield poor results.

The Importance of Reliable Software and Easy to Use Reports for Linens Tracking and Management

Selecting the right Software is essential to effectively analyze and apply the data generated by the tracking hardware.

Using the SmartX HUB Textile Track solution, customers are able to automate gown tracking, easily pull gowns from service at the end of life, and speed up the inspection and packaging processes.  Well-designed laundry tracking software will greatly improve labor efficiency.

The SmartX HUB  UHF-RFID Laundry Systems can be configured to meet the needs of various laundry operations. 

What are you waiting for?

With the SmartX HUB Laundry System, you will cut labor costs, eliminate losses, reduce purchases for rentals, and improve service and customer relations. You can fill out our request for information.

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