Safe usage, reliable documentation, and time-limited access to materials in combination with medical devices are essential in the healthcare sector.

CHECK ID enhances safety and traceability in the following areas:

• Medical accessories: Secure usage through RFID-based solutions for ventilator tubes, endoscopes, filter cartridges, reusable bottles, pipettes, and more.
• Medical materials: Traceable use of reagents, liquids, serums, pastes, gases, cleaning systems, petri dishes, prosthetics, and more.
• Medical services: RFID-supported workflows for cleaning and disinfection, system-enabled access control, usage documentation, and patient monitoring.

Hygiene systems can easily be manipulated by diluting consumables or using them beyond their intended service life. Communication with the system ensures each material is used only once and in a process-safe manner.

• Washing systems with consumables: A defined amount of detergent is dispensed per wash cycle from a dedicated cartridge. Once connected to the washing unit or system, the cartridge cannot be removed and reused in the same or a different system from the same manufacturer.
• Disinfection systems: When a tank, canister, or cartridge is integrated into a disinfection system, the original material is authenticated and activated for use. Usage time can be limited, and the dosage can be controlled. Refills are only possible with manufacturer authorization.
• Filtration systems: Filter elements have a fixed service life and must be replaced after a defined period. System-to-filter communication ensures this timeline is enforced. Once expired, the filter can be locked out. The use of original filters is also securely verified.

Reusable containers and packaging are increasingly common in the retail sector. Reliable deposit or refill systems are essential to ensure long-term reuse without high loss rates.

• Return systems: Deposit and material vending machines can use RFID to accurately identify and track reusable packaging, enabling automatic check-in and check-out. RFID eliminates any potential manipulation of deposit values, which is possible with printed codes.
• Refill stations: Serialized pool or reusable containers can be refilled directly by the end user. Thanks to RFID, each container is securely identified without the need for camera-based recognition, which can fail due to dirt or misalignment. In combination with a visible printed code, each unit can also be reliably scanned and booked at checkout.

Automated systems and reusable packaging are becoming increasingly common in the hospitality and service sectors. This trend is driven not only by changes in staffing resources but also by rising customer expectations and new regulatory requirements.

What matters most: Only packaging with serialized identification provides the security needed for reliable, legally compliant use within automated processes.

• Secure use of consumables in quick service restaurants:In many foodservice applications where food is processed using machines or automated systems, precise process control is essential. Smart labeling solutions make it possible to strictly enforce usage limits for specific components.
  Example: A milk cartridge for a coffee machine may only be used for a maximum of four days. Thanks to intelligent communication between the cartridge and the machine, the cartridge is automatically invalidated after that period. Even if it is not empty, it can no longer be used in any compatible device. This ensures compliance with shelf-life requirements, enhances product safety, and reduces manual effort significantly.
• Catering: Distribution and return systems: Trays, bowls, and containers can be automatically identified, filled, and tracked using RFID technology. The contents are assigned to each container during filling and automatically linked to the customer account at checkout or vending stations. Upon return, RFID enables the system to re-register each item, allowing the entire cycle to be digitally managed.
  Manipulation—such as with deposit fees or account credits—is reliably prevented with RFID, unlike traditional printed codes. The result: automated processes, maximum security, and complete transparency for both operators and customers.
• Beverage refill stations: Serialized containers allow end users to safely and independently refill beverages. RFID enables secure and user-friendly identification—without the need for complex camera systems. Dirt or misalignment at the machine is not an issue, since RFID works without line-of-sight and reliably recognizes original containers.
  This technology shortens wait times, increases throughput, and ensures faster, more efficient service—especially at large events or in high-traffic environments.

• Activation of consumables at the machine: Original materials can be automatically recognized and activated by the device. Each unit is securely identified via RFID, without the need for camera systems that are prone to error due to dirt or misalignment. Once inserted, the material is marked as “in use” and cannot be reused or manipulated.
• Process control through material: Ensuring process reliability when using materials is a major challenge in industrial environments. Operators often cannot clearly distinguish which materials are correct for a given job, which can lead to significant errors and costs. To prevent this, the machine books the inserted material, compares it with the job requirements, and only then releases the process for production.
• Reuse in industrial applications:  Materials such as tapes, clips, films, textiles, and fleece are often supplied on rolls or magazines and used in machines or automated systems. By integrating RFID-enabled reusable spools, cores, or magazines, material activation becomes fully automated and process-safe. These reusable units also verify authenticity and prevent manipulation or misuse - such as fraudulent deposit claims - by operators.

• Activation of original print materials via RFID: As soon as a material unit is inserted into the printing system, the device reliably identifies the original material and activates it for the printing process. This unique identification prevents the use of unauthorized materials and increases operational safety. Once removed, the material is automatically marked as "used," preventing any reuse in other printing systems.
• Process control through smart print materials:Assigning the correct material to each print job is often error-prone and costly in industrial environments. Operators may struggle to identify which material is intended for a specific job. inotec addresses this challenge with automated material verification directly at the machine: the inserted material is scanned, matched against job data, and only released if it meets the required criteria. This ensures that only the correct material is used — for greater efficiency, quality, and process reliability.
• Reuse in the printing industry:Modern industrial printing systems increasingly rely on automated handling of materials such as inks, pastes, or 3D printing cartridges. RFID-based activation at the machine enables reliable identification and efficient use of reusable containers or smart cartridges. This reduces costs, improves process safety, and prevents manipulation — particularly in deposit systems. At the same time, it ensures that only original materials are used.