Checkpoint Systems, a global authority in RFID and RF-driven solutions, introduces Chinook™, an innovative RFID inlay specifically crafted for reusable food and drink packaging. Chinook™ combines microwave safety with exceptional durability, significantly enhancing traceability throughout the supply chain.
Notably, this inlay emerges as a robust, dependable solution featuring a cutting-edge design that facilitates repeated use without sacrificing food safety or RFID functionality. Chinook™ adheres to industry standards, instilling confidence in packaging manufacturers, food brands, and retailers who operate in high-demand environments.
Certified by EECC official tests, the inlay’s performance remains consistent, retaining over 50% of its maximum read range after undergoing 45 microwave cycles under rigorous conditions. As EECC states: “Overall, the Chinook™ tag from Checkpoint has proven to be a robust and reliable transponder, making it well-suited for applications requiring frequent microwave exposure while ensuring consistent RFID performance.”
Chinook™ is versatile, catering to various use cases and providing crucial advantages in sectors such as processed food production, where it enables comprehensive traceability during the product life cycle. In supermarkets and retail chains, its design enhances the management of fresh, pre-cooked, and bulk products, thereby optimizing operational efficiency.
Furthermore, within the restaurant and catering industry, Chinook™ inlay stands as an essential solution for fast food chains, delivery services, and large events, improving inventory control and promoting the use of reusable packaging.
From a sustainability standpoint, Chinook™ supports the circular economy by facilitating multiple reuse cycles, minimizing waste, and enhancing packaging lifecycle efficiency. Its capacity for supply chain visibility guarantees full traceability from source to shelf, while its adaptable format accommodates various reusable packaging types, including plastic and glass, across fresh, frozen, and prepared foods.
As regulatory requirements intensify—particularly with the EU’s Packaging Directive mandating all packaging to be reusable or recyclable by 2030—brands and packaging manufacturers face mounting pressure to implement sustainable solutions. Chinook™ represents Checkpoint’s strategic response, merging advanced RFID technology, food safety, and reusability to empower circular packaging systems and address evolving regulatory expectations.
For environments where reusable food and drink packaging requires tracking, Chinook™ delivers a resilient, scalable solution that fosters operational excellence and sustainable packaging practices.
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