Metrologic Introduces RFID Readers for Supply-Chain Automation

The MAXIMUS(TM) & The IMPULSE(TM) at RFID Journal LIVE 


BLACKWOOD, N.J., May 1  /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Metrologic Instruments, Inc. (NASDAQ:MTLG) announced today it will introduce its initial line of Radio Frequency ID (RFID) Readers engineered to execute supply-chain applications at the Fourth Annual RFID Journal LIVE conference and exhibition (Booth 200) hosted by the MGM Grand in Las Vegas (NV), May 1-3.

The SP5800 Series MAXIMUS is a rugged CE.NET mobile computer incorporating multi-frequency RFID, a high-resolution imager and an integrated fingerprint reader for state-of-the-art flexibility and security for multiple supply-chain solutions. The MR600 Series IMPULSE is an affordable, multi-protocol, Gen 2 EPCglobal-certified, fixed-RFID solution for applications requiring only one set of antennas.

Both systems will be distributed commercially throughout North America during the second half of 2006.

"MAXIMUS is the first RFID-mobile computer to contain such advanced, flexible features at a competitive price," said Andrew D'Amelio, senior director of industrial products and systems for Metrologic. "The power of the unit combined with its security features opens up a whole new set of supply- chain applications.

"Our second product line, the IMPULSE, has advanced digital filtering technology and separate, configurable antennas to make it the ideal reader for fixed RFID applications such as truck-mounted reading, certain conveyor applications and targeted work station interrogation zones.  The streamlined and cost-effective IMPULSE provides a great alternative to mobile units for compliance with RFID mandates and regulations without adding additional complexity."

The MAXIMUS RFID reader supports all common UHF (915 MHz) RFID applications and has the flexibility to handle emerging HF (13.56 MHz) RFID applications, including item-level tagging or smart-card reading. Its two- megapixel digital imager employs Omniplanar's SwiftDecoder to decipher all 1D, 2D and Postal bar codes. The imager also captures, stores and transmits high- resolution images for data collection, identification and verification.  The integrated fingerprint reader's login security increases both supply-chain protection and productivity.  The mobile computer's wireless connectivity (Bluetooth & 802.11b) allows unfettered short and long-range communication with nearby peripherals and the host system.

IMPULSE's multi-protocol RFID reader supports EPC and ISO compliant UHF RFID tags. Metrologic also makes IMPULSE available in an evaluation kit complete with all the essential materials needed to set up and test a full RFID system.

About Metrologic

Metrologic Instruments, Inc. ("Metrologic") is a global supplier of choice for data capture and collection hardware, optical solutions, and image processing software. Metrologic has been delivering innovative, quality products that are cost effective, reliable and supported by the highest level of personal service for nearly 40 years. Metrologic products are sold worldwide through Metrologic's sales, service and distribution offices located in The Americas, EMEA and Asia/Pacific. Metrologic provides its customers not only with a great deal, but a great deal more. For more information please call 1-800-667-8400 or visit http://www.metrologic.com/.

About Omniplanar

Omniplanar, incorporated in 1989, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Metrologic Instruments, Inc. Omniplanar is regarded as a leader in the field of bar code recognition software, including SwiftDecoder, which decodes all major 1D, 2D and Postal bar code symbologies as well as OCR. Additional products and services include bar code verification software, custom bar code symbologies, package dimensioning, telecoding and image lift. Omniplanar licenses its software to customers worldwide for integration into imaging products such as high-speed cameras, fixed and hand held area imagers, page scanners, document processing systems, postal sorting systems, and package handling systems.

Forward-Looking Statement

Forward-looking statements contained in this release are highly dependent upon a variety of important factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in such forward-looking statements. Specifically, the factors that could cause actual results to differ from expectations include: the timing, introduction and market acceptance of Metrologic's new products; pricing pressures; sales cycles of new products; competitive factors including intellectual property issues; technological changes in the scanner industry and the availability of intellectual property protection for Metrologic's new products. When used in this release and documents referenced, the words "believes," "expects," "may," "should," "seeks," or "anticipates," and similar expressions as they relate to Metrologic or its management are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. For additional factors, please see Metrologic's reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. 

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