Looking for the latest information on Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)? Or maybe you have questions on a specific application. Either way, the Metalcraft Asset Tracking Blog has got you covered. This valuable resource contains helpful articles and answers to questions posed by customers just like you trying to solve their toughest identifying and tracking problems.

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In Metalcraft Asset Tracking Blogs, you will find:
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  • Detailed product comparisons and guidance on when to use which prouct
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Understanding 2D Barcodes

Check out this article to learn how 2D barcodes have revolutionized inventory management, product tracking, mobile payments, marketing campaigns and more.

Celebrate National Barcode Day June 26th

National Barcode Day commemorates June 26, 1974 when a clerk scanned a 10-pack of Wrigley's Juicy Fruit gum at an Ohio supermarket.

Even Ben Franklin Knew the Importance of Tool Tracking

RFID can not only help you manage your inventory of tools, but also help you track the tool condition and warranties.

Tabbed Nameplate - The Asset Tag that Saves Time & Money

A simple tab added to our metal barcode nameplate (tabbed nameplate) can save you a lot of time when applying your tags.

Durable Labels: What You Really, Really Want

Want labels that stands the test of time and don't have to be replaced? Metalcraft's metal nameplates are durable enough to outlive your asset and affordable enough to fit your budget.

Stop Theft In Its Tracks With Tamper Evident Tags

Metalcraft offers tamper evident tags with different levels of security: one that crumbles if tampered with, one that leaves the word "VOID" behind when removed and a security tag with the added benefit of RFID.

Durable Labels: The Superheroes of the Label World

Ever thought of durable labels as superheroes? Consider their super strength, their incredibly tough skin, their photographic memory, and their invulnerability to freezing temperatures and searing heat.