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Brief description of the company

ThingMagic is the RFID product line of JADAK, a Novanta company, specializing in high-performance, customizable RFID solutions including UHF, HF, and LF embedded modules and finished readers primarily serving healthcare, industrial, and supply chain markets with deep engineering and regulatory expertise.

What equipment does the company manufacture?

Player tracking hardware manufacturers - RFID systems including UHF/RAIN, HF, and LF RFID embedded modules and finished readers, barcode scanners; also manufacturer of secure access handheld RFID and barcode scanners.

What is the official website of the equipment manufacturer?

https://www.jadaktech.com

Where can I find customer support contacts?

[email protected], +1-315-433-1200 (JADAK main contact)

What is the technical support phone number?

+1-315-433-1200 (general technical support line for JADAK)

What is the email for technical issues?
Are there separate contacts for different equipment types?

[email protected] (general inquiries for RFID readers and modules)

Where can I find field service support?

Available with certified technicians and engineering support globally including North America, APAC, and EMEA regions.

Is there remote technical support available?

Remote support tools include online self-help resources, video calls, and in-person consultations.

Are there regional service centers?

North America (Syracuse, New York headquarters), Asia Pacific (Suzhou, China), and other global sales/technical locations.

What are the support response times?

Not explicitly stated, likely standard industry response times supported by engineering-driven approach.

In which languages is support provided?

English, support teams located in US, China, and Europe suggest multilingual support coverage.

Are there on-site service technicians?

Available for on-site support in key regions including North America and Asia Pacific.

What are the support operating hours?

Normal business hours aligned with North American and Asia Pacific time zones.

When was the equipment manufacturer established?

Founded in 2000 as JADAK; ThingMagic RFID line dates from before acquisition by JADAK in 2017.

Who are the founders and current owners?

JADAK LLC, a business unit of Novanta Corporation, owns ThingMagic.

In which country is the company headquartered?

United States

What is the company's manufacturing history?

ThingMagic originally developed as a Trimble division with a focus on UHF RFID technology; acquired by JADAK in 2017 to complement JADAK's HF and LF RFID product lines. JADAK itself founded in 2000 and specialized in detection and analysis solutions.

Are there manufacturing facilities in multiple countries?

Facilities include headquarters in Syracuse, New York, and locations in Suzhou, China, with sales and service internationally across APAC, EMEA, and Americas.

What certifications does the manufacturer hold?

JADAK is ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 registered.

Which regulatory bodies approve the equipment?

Compliance with FCC (US), ETSI (EU), MIC (Japan), SRRC (China), MCITT (India) radio regulations for RFID hardware.

In which jurisdictions is the equipment certified?

United States, European Union, Japan, China, India

Are there quality management certifications (ISO, etc.)?

ISO 9001 and ISO 13485

Has the equipment passed third-party testing?

Independent regulatory and EMC compliance testing partners engaged (details not publicly enumerated).

Does the company participate in gaming trade shows?

Participates in RAIN RFID Alliance events; presence at technology and industry trade shows.

What is the market reputation and track record?

Recognized globally as a leading provider of high-performance RFID modules and readers with strong engineering collaboration approach.

What feedback do customers provide about the equipment?

Positive feedback on engineering support and reliability of ThingMagic RFID products in healthcare and industrial sectors.

Where can I find independent equipment reviews?

Independent evaluations highlight ThingMagic IZAR and M7 series for power efficiency, read rates, and small form factors.

What advantages do operators highlight?

Scalability, broad frequency support, robust regulatory compliance, and engineering customization drive operational efficiency.

How do customers rate build quality?

High durability rated products built for industrial and healthcare environments, surviving drops and temperature extremes.

Are operators satisfied with after-sales support?

High, supported by JADAK’s engineer-to-engineer collaboration model and remote/field support infrastructure.

How user-friendly is the equipment according to customers?

ThingMagic products use Mercury API for software integration, supporting ease of software portability and configuration.

How do they evaluate return on investment?

Customers report improved operational efficiencies and reduced manual errors with ThingMagic RFID solutions.

Do customers recommend this manufacturer?

Frequently recommended for OEMs needing flexible, reliable, and scalable RFID modules and finished readers.

Are there published case studies of successful deployments?

Used in healthcare supply chain management, smart medical cabinets, asset tracking, and secure access control deployments.

Do servers meet specific licensing requirements?

Complies with global radio frequency licensing norms including regional adjustments for channel use and power limits.

What redundancy and failover capabilities exist?

Supported through rugged hardware and network interface options; specifics per integration.

What cooling and power requirements are needed?

Low power consumption modules designed for embedded systems; power output adjustable up to +31.5 dBm.

What network connectivity options are supported?

Ethernet (RJ45 10/100 Base-T), USB Host/Client, Bluetooth (via adapter), serial connections.

What uptime guarantees are provided?

High reliability and uptime expected given industrial-grade design and lifecycle support.

What connectivity options are available (WiFi, Ethernet)?

Ethernet, USB, Bluetooth (adapter)

Do machines include player tracking systems?

RFID modules and readers for player tracking via UHF and HF tags.

Is barcode/QR code scanning supported?

Yes, barcode scanning integrated with RFID in handheld scanners like Flexpoint HS-1R.

Are there integrated card readers?

RFID HF, LF, and UHF card readers with barcode scanning capabilities.

What database integration capabilities exist?

Supported via Mercury API for software integration and device management.

What anti-tampering devices are available?

SkyeSecurity clone/tamper protection enabled in RFID modules.

Is RFID tracking technology available?

Uses advanced UHF RAIN, HF, and LF RFID technologies; read distances over 12 meters; supports Gen2V2 and a broad range of tag protocols.

What encryption and security protocols are supported?

Encryption with DES, 3DES, AES, MIFARE, and CryptoRF supported in module firmware.

Is audit trail functionality included?

Implemented via software integration with Mercury API capabilities.

What player tracking system hardware is available?

RFID reader modules, finished readers, handheld scanners integrating UHF, HF, and LF RFID for asset and player tracking.

Is real-time gaming data collection supported?

Supported via Ethernet and USB interfaces with real-time data streaming capability.

What RFID chip and card options are available?

Wide support for LF, HF, UHF RFID chip cards compliant with Gen2V2 and other standards.

Are player loyalty cards manufactured?

Compatible with HF and LF RFID loyalty cards; customizable integration.

What RFID reader systems are offered?

Model examples include ThingMagic IZAR (4-port UHF reader), M7E series modules, Flexpoint handheld readers; read ranges up to 12+ meters.

Are there access control card systems?

Supports HF and LF RFID access control card technologies.

Is inventory tracking RFID hardware available?

Strong inventory tracking capabilities with customizable RFID reader modules and antennas tailored to environmental needs.

Are there employee identification card systems?

RFID reader compatibility with employee badges for secure access.

What range of RFID frequencies are supported?

Supports LF (125-134 kHz), HF (13.56 MHz), UHF (860-960 MHz) frequency bands.

Is real-time location tracking available?

Supported via UHF RAIN RFID system architectures with real-time data interfaces.

What are the power consumption requirements?

Low power consumption; modules adjustable up to +31.5 dBm RF output power.

Are environmentally ruggedized options available?

Operating temperature -40°C to +60°C; shock resistant to 1 meter drop.

What operating temperature ranges are supported?

-40°C to +60°C (operating), -40°C to +85°C (storage) depending on module model.

Is modular design and expandability included?

Highly modular with embedded modules and finished readers sharing common Mercury API platform.

What communication protocols are supported?

Ethernet, USB, serial, Bluetooth (via adapter), RAIN Communication Interface (RCI).

Is cloud connectivity available?

Supported indirectly through network interfaces and APIs.

Are there remote monitoring capabilities?

Enabled through web interfaces for status, diagnostics, firmware upgrade, and test reading.

What diagnostic and maintenance features exist?

Built-in diagnostic tests, firmware upgrade capability via web interface.

Is equipment suitable for mobile deployments?

Compact modules and handheld readers designed for mobile and embedded use cases.

Are there indoor/outdoor variants available?

Suitable for indoor and some outdoor applications given rugged temperature and shock tolerances.

What regulatory compliance certifications exist?

FCC, ETSI, MIC, SRRC, MCITT radio compliance; ISO 9001, ISO 13485 quality systems.

Are installation and setup services provided?

Provides engineering design support including environment assessment and custom antenna/system design.

What training programs are available for operators?

Offered through engineering collaboration and customer support teams.

Is technical documentation comprehensive?

Comprehensive product datasheets, user guides, and integration guides available online.

Are spare parts readily available?

Spare parts and modules available through JADAK sales and global distributors.

What warranty terms are offered?

Standard warranty terms align with Novanta corporate policies, details available on request.