Elatec and RFIDeas – Two of the leading RFID Reader manufacturers in the world, have been making some serious noise lately with their latest and greatest readers:

Elatec has taken an interesting yet effective approach to external printer readers with its new 360 degree TWN4 USB Front reader.

This reader integrates RFID (125 kHz, 134.2 kHz, and 13.56 MHz), NFC, and Bluetooth Low energy capabilities into a single, powerful reader and can be easily connected via USB connection.
- Multi-frequency reader / writer for 125 kHz, 134.2 kHz, and 13.56 MHz tags/ and or labels.
- Supports all major transponders and ISO standards like ISO14443A/B (T=CL), ISO15693, ISO18092 / ECMA-340 (NFC).
- Can be used for a direct connection to printer.
- Perfect smart card reader for other various applications as well such as alternative print solutions, healthcare applications, and single sign-on.

RFIDeas has recently released their pcProx Plus Bluetooth Low Energy *BLE* Dual-Frequency Desktop Keystroking Smart Card Reader.
- This smart card reader allows users to leverage either their proximity or contactless employee ID badges, or any 125 kHz or 13.56 MHz tags or labels, for secure authentication and identification throughout the workplace.
- Card Reader and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) all in one.
- The pcProx BLE Dual-Frequency Desktop Keystroking Smart Card Reader can be configured to utilize Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beaconing to serve a wide variety of applications such as in-building real-time location, secure authentication, and even item tracking.
Another recent cutting edge smart card reader from RFIDeas is the pcProx Plus SP , used for embedded, integrated, and desktop or external mount applications.
- SIM expansion capability.
- The small, thin form factor enables various embedded and integrated applications or OEM installations in recessed compartments, as well as external mounting configurations.
- The pcProx Plus SP is also compatible with a variety of purpose-built devices such as time clocks, kiosks, or protective enclosures.
- The pcProx Plus SP allows users to leverage either their proximity or contactless employee ID badges, or any 125 kHz or 13.56 MHz tags or labels, for secure authentication and identification throughout the workplace.
For more information on these smart card readers and Tx Systems, please fill out this form below and we will be happy to further discuss.
-Christopher Jachetti
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