Convergence (News - Alert) Systems Limited announced the launch of a new plug-in module that can provide Quad Band EGSM connectivity and GPS location data along with its CS501 GSM/GPS module.

 

Jerry Garrett, managing director of CSL, said that his company has been working on cross-over accessories that will extend the utility of the CS101 handheld reader. This new module allows for the provision of real time data capture and global asset location at an affordable cost to users, he noted.

 

Also Convergence has made real time asset visibility in remote locations easy and affordable. The CS101/CS501 combination is capable of capturing the GPS location where RFID tag (News - Alert) reads, bar code scans, keyboard, or touch-screen operations are present. The information gathered is then immediately communicated using the same technology used in mobile phones, according to Lou Sirico, Founder of RFID Wizards.

 

CSL specializes in the manufacture of RFID or radio frequency identification readers, antennas, RFID modules and RFID tags. The readers from CSL incorporate built-in middleware and edge server application software which supports EPC Gen2 specifications.

 

The company’s portfolio of RFID products are leveraged by distributors and system integrators involved in logistic management, supply chain, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, access control, asset and security management, transportation, and retail industries around the world, said Convergence sources.

“We are excited to offer this additional functionality to our customers. It helps users scan and sync inventory at remote sites having minimal IT infrastructure,” said Sujatha Bodapati, CEO/founder, assetpulse. “This module fits well in our outdoor asset tracking solution set.”

Hong Kong-based CSL is affiliated with Chung Nam Electronics or CNE. It is a value-added Electronics Manufacturing Services Company with OEM and ODM capabilities. Sources revealed that CNE provides total outsourcing solutions to international clients through value engineering and interactive design.

 

It specializes in RF and wireless technologies, and supplies RFID tags and readers, 802.11 a/b/g/n Network Interface Modules/Cards, RF Point-Of-Sales Systems, GPS/GSM tracking systems and various other OEMODM wireless products.