Routeware, a hardware and software provider for the waste industry, has unveiled a new RFID-based verification system designed to aid waste haulers in collecting and disposing of waste and recyclable materials in the US.

     The new system uses Texas Instruments'' low frequency RFID products to provide automated data capture and processing to achieve more accurate, real-time digital reporting, which in turn allows waste haulers to provide better customer service and responsiveness. 116.30.145.87 This article is copyright 2008 UsingRFID.com.

Greater efficiency
     The system helps free drivers to concentrate on their routes and to operate more efficiently and safely. Waste industry executives also gain greater visibility into their business operations, and the RFID verification system was designed to improve productivity as well as to help all parties involved understand their true costs and margins.

     The company says that the end result should be increased consumer and community satisfaction, and a greater contribution to sustainability efforts.

The technology
     Routeware''s solution incorporates TI''s LF RFID tags, which are affixed to trash containers and dumpsters, and readers and antennas, which are installed on collection trucks.

     TI''s fundamental LF design is based on half-duplex (HDX) RF communication which provides optimum read range, accuracy and multi-tag reading capability. Unlike full-duplex frequency modulation, HDX allows the reader to pause and listen during the tag''s response, ensuring a stronger radio frequency signal.

     Routeware''s hardware and software link onboard truck data with the back office in real-time. As each transaction is completed, it''s automatically recorded into the Routeware DMS 5000 onboard computer and then integrated into Routeware BackOffice and the hauler''s back-office software.

Business benefits
     According to Routeware, the RFID verification solution offers two main business process benefits:

 

Real-Time Service Verification
     This helps record precisely when, and from which container, garbage pick-up and disposal takes place as well as what is actually being collected and transported. In addition to increasing accountability on the part of haulers, consumers get faster customer service data and more accurate waste collection bills and recycling credits.
 
Asset Tracking
     This helps haulers monitor their inventory of valuable containers and dumpsters, some of which can cost up to US$20,000 each. TI''s LF RFID tags are especially suited to this application because they can withstand harsh environmental conditions as well as shock, and do not require line-of-sight to be read. Besides containers and dumpsters, the solution can monitor driver and truck activity in the yard, the fuelling station or the landfill. This information helps haulers reinforce safe driving rules, enhance performance practices and improve productivity.

 

 

 

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