The RFID reader designed to excel in RFID reading and encoding
Spark RFID is an advanced RFID reader designed to read, encode, and verify any type of RFID tag available on the market. The system integrates the data reading and writing capabilities of modern RFID encoding devices, ensuring high production performance and maximum reliability. It can be used with products in continuous web, sheet, or single-piece format.
With over twenty years of experience in developing RFID solutions, Spark RFID can be installed both on Graphimecc machines and on third-party equipment as an OEM module. It provides a complete solution for RFID encoding (writing) and, above all, RFID reading to ensure the quality of the finished products delivered to your customers (RFID verification).
Since 2004, we have developed SPARK RFID with the goal of achieving maximum RFID reading and encoding performance, overcoming the limitations typically associated with high-speed RFID production processes.
Spark RFID allows you to verify the correct operation of RFID tags and read the information stored inside the chip, including:
⦁ TID
⦁ EPC
⦁ User Memory
⦁ UID
The system can be configured according to the RFID technology used, ensuring maximum application flexibility.
Spark RFID enables data writing inside the chip while strictly following customer specifications.
The system supports:
⦁ RFID UHF
⦁ RFID HF
⦁ NFC (Near Field Communication)
⦁ Dual-frequency RFID
⦁ BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy)
Thanks to the proprietary GMG RFID Memory Map™ software, encoding setup becomes intuitive even for non-specialized operators, simplifying the management of different protocols and production sequences.
Spark RFID enables RFID quality control and performance verification of individual tags.
The system detects underperforming RFID tags and measures key parameters to verify that each tag meets the specifications required by the final application.
For the highest level of reliability available on the market when verifying the performance of RFID tags being processed, Spark RFID can now be integrated with the advanced CISC unit.
All information can be directly integrated into production reports and the machine supervision system.
Because RFID tags represent a significant investment, preventing damage during production is essential.
Graphimecc solutions are designed to ensure maximum tag protection throughout every production phase, reducing waste and increasing manufacturing efficiency.
Structure
⦁ Structure for continuous-web machines
⦁ Structure for single-piece machines
⦁ Structure for sheet-fed machines
RFID frequency and reader/antenna technology
⦁ RFID UHF
⦁ RFID HF
⦁ NFC (Near Field Communication)
⦁ Dual-frequency RFID
⦁ BLE (Bluetooth low energy)
The system can be configured with different types of RFID antennas and reading technologies to ensure optimal performance based on the product and application.
Software
⦁ Advanced RFID reading and encoding capabilities
⦁ Production reports
⦁ Integration with external data sources
⦁ Database and ERP connectivity
Manage a wide range of RFID products without compromising performance, adapting to different technologies and communication protocols.
The high level of automation eliminates the need for experienced operators and simplifies production setup and management.
Industrialized technology successfully used by companies specialized in RFID product manufacturing, ensuring reliability and business continuity.
Spark RFID integrates with CSV files, databases, ERP systems and external data sources to automate RFID encoding, reading and tracking processes.
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Discover our machines integrating SPARK RFID™ for reading, encoding and verifying all types of RFID products, ensuring quality, reliability and traceability throughout the entire production process.
An RFID tag reader is a device used to read and write information stored inside an RFID tag, including EPC, TID, UID and other chip data. RFID readers are widely used for traceability, automatic identification, logistics and production process control.
The main RFID technologies differ in operating frequency and reading distance.
UHF RFID: ideal for long-range reading and logistics applications.
HF RFID: suitable for short-range identification processes.
NFC: used for close-range interaction through smartphones and dedicated devices.
The best choice depends on the product, application environment and performance requirements.
For more information, please refer to our practical guide:
RFID verification is the control process that confirms the correct operation of an RFID tag after encoding or during production. It ensures that data has been written correctly and that the tag meets the required performance specifications.
RFID quality control helps identify defective tags, encoding errors or performance levels below specifications. This reduces supply chain risks and contributes to the quality of the finished product.
ISO 15693 is an international standard for long-range HF RFID devices. It defines communication methods between the reader and the RFID tag and is widely used in industrial, logistics and automatic identification applications.
Selecting the correct RFID antenna depends on reading distance, tag size, production speed, materials being identified and operating frequency. Proper reader and antenna configuration is essential for reliable and consistent performance.
An RFID UHF or HF or NFC reader can access different types of data stored within the RFID chip, including EPC, TID, UID, User Memory and application-specific information.
Yes. Modern RFID systems allow reading, writing and verification within the same production process, improving traceability, automation and RFID quality control.
Non-conforming product marking or reconciliation
We integrate Videojet 1280/ VJ1580+
The unit has been fully integrated into the machine control panel what enables a wide range of benefits
For the operator:
Possibility of having a single panel where every machining parameter can be configured
For net plant productivity:
Reduction of setup time and guarantee of constant and correct functioning of the unit
Non-conforming Product Marking Functionality
The machine process automatically handles the marking of non-conforming products by integrating it within the error management process chosen for production.
Functionality of printing on the back of the material
The machine process automatically manages the printing of variable data on the back of the material (liner) for each reconciliation requirement by integrating their management within the error management process chosen for production.
Ability to integrate other third-party CIJ systems
Other third-party CIJ printing systems can be integrated upon development of the command-and-control interface.
Thermal transfer printing
We integrate Videojet Dataflex 6530
The unit has been fully integrated into the machine control panel what allows a wide range of advantages
Ability to integrate other third-party TTO systems
Other third-party TTO printing systems can be integrated upon development of the command-and-control interface.
Spark Cam™
Vision inspection system
What is SPARK CAM?
SPARK CAM™ is a high-performance vision inspection system fully designed and built by our R&D department to control print quality during production.
The system reliability is also the result of more than two decades of direct market experience with some of the most popular inspection systems including: Decosystem and Lake image.
System fully integrated into the machine control panel
The system is fully integrated into the machine control panel which enables a wide range of benefits
Single system to manage the Print Ǫuality of graphics and Variable
Single system where two control macro areas can be activated with different libraries related to specific production needs:
Print Ǫuality Inspection:
Libraries for the inspection of security elements, scratches, smears, streaks, stains, ink splashes, ghost effects, torn material, creases, color deviation, …
Thanks to our vision engineering department, it is, in addition, possible to directly develop customized control features.
Print Ǫuality inspection of Variable Data:
Libraries for OCR control (with a full range of fonts/special characters), machine readable codes also with grading features according to international standards:
With a wide range of codes and encoding protocols including: ǪRcode, Data Matrix, … and with GS1 coding standards, ….
Wide range of available templates
Due to the fact that we make our inspection systems in-house, Graphimecc can meet any production requirement.
Available are:
both black-and-white or color systems, and with a wide range of resolutions to fit every inspection specification.
Spark Jet™
Inkjet printer
What is SPARK JET?
SPARK Jet™, is an inkjet printing system completely designed and built by our R&D department to go beyond the frequent limitations of traditional printing systems.
The system reliability is also the result of more than two decades of direct market experience with some of the manufacturers of the most popular inkjet printing systems such as: Domino, Videojet, REA JET.
System fully integrated into the machine control panel
The system is fully integrated into the machine control panel which enables a wide range of advantages:
High performance and print quality
SPARK JET™ offers different print resolutions depending on the production speed. Thus, you can get a high-quality product (600x600dpi) or lose definition slightly to increase production speed.
Modular print height
Each printing module has a printing height of 54mm.
The SPARK JET printing system is fully modular and can be composed to achieve the desired print height without any limitation.
Wide range of inks that can be used
SPARK JET™ can be configured to print with different base inks:
This flexibility allows adaptation to the widest range of materials, managing every production requirement.
Single-color, multi-color system
SPARK JET™ is available in two versions:
Automatic cleaning system
To maximise the durability of SPARK JET™ print heads, we have developed an automatic cleaning system that is fully managed via the machine’s central panel. This system cleans the heads every X hours of printing (with X being a parameter that can be adjusted according to the characteristics of the print and substrate) and positions them so that they rest in a way that protects them from ink drying inside the nozzles.
Furthermore, as it is fully motorised, it allows for easy and precise adjustment of the print head’s height and transverse position relative to the material.
High-precision adjustment holder
Each SPARK JET™ system is equipped, as a basic feature, with a high-precision adjustment system that, in the absence of the automatic cleaning system, allows the adjustment of the printer position both in height (distance from the substrate) and in transverse position with respect to the material.
With this option, the head cleaning and resting activities are manual.
Spark RFID™
RFID antenna and reader
What is Spark RFID?
Spark RFID™ is a system completely designed and built by our R&D department and allows to control and encode any RFID TAG (UHF, HF, NFC, BLE and RF, …), ensuring maximum reliability and efficiency.
The system reliability is also the result of continuous collaboration with chip and Inlay manufacturers such as:
Modular system that can be configured according to individual needs
Due to its modular structure SPARK RFID can be configured in different modes to allow the best productivity according to production needs and the type of RFID to be processed.
Easy encoding, even for inexperienced operators
Thanks to our fully graphical GMG RFID Memory Map™ editor, the creation of any type of encoding finally becomes intuitive and accessible to everyone.
Ǫuick and intuitive setup, even for inexperienced operators
Setting up RFID production becomes quick and accessible to every operator; thanks to the high level of automation, our machines can be operated autonomously by any finishing operator without requiring specific knowledge of electronics or telecommunications.
System fully integrated into the machine control panel
The system is fully integrated into the machine control panel allowing a wide range of advantages
100% compliant with regulatory standards
Certified CE Marking
CE marking plays an increasingly important role in protecting operators and the enterprise.
For Graphimecc this is an indispensable value.
Advanced levels of automation
Integration with external software
The machine is natively integrable either directly or with the GM ENTERPRISE™ CMS with any ERP and enterprise database ensuring secure, real-time data exchange.
Usable by any operator
Fully graphical interface
Designed to be usable by any operator regardless of experience level.
Advanced operator login
Integration with user management via corporate Active Directory for machine access in compliance with internal security policies.
To certify the quality of production
Automatic production reports
The machine generates various production reports fully automatically and with customisable content.
Automatically eliminates all production errors
ZERO™: the technology that enables you to produce a 100% error free finished
Developed since 1999, it is now in its 5th generation and is the most advanced technology for:
ZERO™ represents the next generation of quality finishing in that it allows:
ZERO™: the technology that guarantees the highest productivity
ZERO™ enables productivity levels up to 10 times higher than other solutions available on the market.
ZERO™ enables productivity levels up to 10 times higher than other solutions available on the market.
ZERO™ allows you to choose between 21 different error management processes to meet every production need.
Detects all errors with absolute precision
Inspection of Variable data
You can manage the control of any type of variable data: OCR, Linear Barcode (1D and 2D), 2D Matrix Barcodes with different encoding types (Industrial, GS1, …).
Inspection of printing defects of the graphic products
You can manage the inspection of various printing defects typically related to the graphics part such as: scratches, smudges, streaks, spots, ink splashes, ghost effects, torn material, creases, color deviation, …
Modular control features
With our fully graphical GMG Layout EditorTM, configuration of each control feature becomes intuitive and accessible to everyone.
Ability to customize the vision system to your specific needs
Machine configuration also allows you to choose the vision system best suited to your production needs:
Our specialty since 1999
Print every type of variable data
You can manage the printing of any type of variable data: OCR, Linear Barcode (1D and 2D), 2D Matrix Barcodes with different encoding types (Industrial, GS1, …).
OCR
Linear barcodes 1D
Matrix barcodes 2D
Advanced Variable Data Printing Functionality
Thanks to our fully graphical GMG Layout Editor™, creating any type of variable data printout becomes intuitive and accessible to everyone.
Ability to manage any type of protocol and sequence
Variable data printing can be configured by choosing from a wide range of fonts and codes to which sequences of all types can be linked, being able to meet every production need.
Possibility to integrate a wide range of printing systems
The machine can be configured by integrating different printing units to best meet production needs and investment budget.
