With increased automation comes a rising need for more automated ways to identify the parts and materials in production. RAIN RFID and Bluetooth technologies are expanding to meet the demand in new environments.
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Source: Tracking Progress in Manufacturing | Automation World
Machine tools can be fitted with RFID tags to track and download offset measurements (from presetter), setup parameters, usage and tool life data. Source: Balluff
