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Proven UHF RFID Library Management System

With more than 10,000 libraries nationwide, most institutions have already transitioned from manual operations to barcode-based digital management. However, as library traffic increases and service expectations rise, barcode systems are showing clear limitations.

The UHF RFID Library Management System by Crepak demonstrates how RFID and IoT technologies can transform traditional libraries into high-efficiency, intelligent reading spaces.

Project Background

Most libraries currently rely on barcodes, computer networks, and management software. While this improves basic digitization, it does not meet the demands of:

High-volume borrowing
Fast inventory
Self-service operation
Accurate anti-theft protection

Adopting UHF RFID technology has become a key requirement for modern library upgrades.

Project Requirements Analysis

In daily library operations, books are frequently handled during borrowing, returning, and shelving.

Limitations of Barcode Systems:

Barcodes wear out easily with repeated use
Limited data storage capacity
Requires direct line-of-sight scanning
Inefficient for large collections
Not suitable for high-traffic libraries

These issues make barcode technology insufficient for modern library environments.

Advantages of UHF RFID Technology in Libraries

RFID electronic tags are attached inside books using adhesive labels or embedded chips.

Key advantages include:

Contactless identification
Batch reading of multiple books
Long service life
High data security

Readers can borrow and return books independently, while librarians perform fast inventory and shelf location checks.

Recommended Crepak RFID Tags for Books

Practical Thin RFID Tag Adamnium T20 Slim, flexible tag ideal for embedding inside books
Practical RFID Tag Adamnium 8822 Stable UHF performance for long-term library use

Security doors equipped with UHF readers detect books entering and exiting, preventing unauthorized removal.

Crepak RFID Library Management Solution Architecture

The Crepak UHF RFID Library Management System integrates multiple hardware and software components:

Core Hardware:

RFID data acquisition devices
Self-service borrowing and returning terminals
Database servers
Network switches
RFID security gates

All devices communicate via RS-485, Ethernet, or wireless networks, forming a unified system platform.

Library Management System Functional Modules

1. Basic Data Management

Reader information
Book information
Book category management

2. Book Borrowing & Returning Management

Self-service borrowing
Self-service returns
Book maintenance
Book disposal records

3. New Book Order Management

New book ordering
Acceptance and registration
Warehousing
Inquiry and tracking

4. Library Statistics & Inventory

RFID-based rapid inventory
Borrowing statistics
Return statistics
Circulation analysis

5. RFID Application Management

RFID tag conversion
Security gate monitoring
Self-service equipment management
Mobile inventory devices

6. System Settings

User and role management
Permission control
Password management
System optimization

RFID Security Gate & Data Synchronization

UHF RFID security gates automatically record book entry and exit data.

Crepak Gateway for Real-Time Synchronization

Bluetooth Universal Gateway Beta G102 Ensures stable real-time data transmission between gates and library system

This allows circulation records to be matched with borrowing data, significantly improving anti-theft accuracy.

Project Construction Advantages

Faster Processes & Higher Efficiency

RFID enables:

Batch borrowing and returning
No need to open books
Faster circulation

This dramatically improves service speed compared to barcode scanning.

Improved Security & System Expansion

By linking circulation data with security gates:

Every book’s movement is recorded
Unauthorized exits trigger alarms
Theft risks are significantly reduced

Reduced Workload & Higher Satisfaction

RFID automation:

Eliminates repetitive manual inventory
Simplifies daily operations
Improves reader experience

Library staff can focus on service quality rather than repetitive tasks.

Long-Life RFID Tags with High Data Retention

Compared to barcodes:

RFID tags store more data
Lifespan exceeds 100 years
Waterproof, heat-resistant, anti-magnetic
Can be read over 100,000 times

Once attached, tags support long-term library operations without replacement.

Why Choose Crepak UHF RFID Library Management System?

High-speed UHF RFID identification
Accurate book tracking and inventory
Self-service borrowing and returning
Reliable anti-theft control
Scalable for public, academic, and special libraries

Crepak delivers a complete UHF RFID smart library ecosystem, helping libraries move toward fully intelligent, service-oriented management.