RattleTale is a flexible system that can be used in many applications. Simply attach the RattelTale tag to anything and perform an initial scan using an NFC enabled mobile device. The tag will immediately start collecting and storing data.
At any time after initial scan, the tag can be scanned again to collect shock, orientation, and temperature history.
Below are a few of the many applications where RattleTale can reduce costs, ensure safety, and offer convenience.
Retail Shipping
Packages change hands many times before they are delivered to a customer making it difficult to determine who might be responsible for damage. Fragile goods, such as laptops, consumer or industrial electronics, artwork, and glassware are ideal for RattleTale. Shock, orientation, and temperature data can be used to determine when and where damage occurred.
Cold Chain Monitoring
Food safety is big health concern. Seafood, poultry, and other meat products must be maintained at low enough temperatures at all times to avoid the risk of food born illness. This is known as the “cold chain”. RattleTale can identify the time and location of a break in the cold chain, minimizing food recalls and liability. The low cost and ease of use of RattleTale tags means they can be included in smaller containers in order to minimize food waste.
Sensitive Medications
Many medications, including insulin, nitroglycerin, antibiotics, and others must be maintained at specific temperatures for effectiveness and the health of the patient. RattleTale can accurately monitor temperature of a medication over a long period of time. Using a free mobile device application, a patient can measure temperature history to be confident their medication is suitable for use. Any irregularity in temperature history can be reported in order minimize further complications.
Baggage Identification
Each RattleTale tag contains a unique ID that can be used to identify ownership of baggage at an airport or train station. Shock history can determine if checked baggage has been mishandled. Temperature history can determine if medications in your baggage are still effective and safe.