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Read the Impinj blog to learn about RAIN RFID and the Internet of Things for retail, healthcare, supply chain and logistics, and other industries.

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Gen2X & RAIN RFID Open Standards: 5 Enterprise Facts

Every enterprise should know these five key facts about Gen2X, which improves real-world RAIN RFID performance while interoperating with Gen2 readers and tags.

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How to Tag Liquids, Metals, and Small Items for Walmart’s RFID Mandate

From liquids and metals to small items, some products are inherently harder to tag than others. Impinj-powered RAIN RFID technology delivers reliable performance across challenging surfaces, helping suppliers meet Walmart’s mandate and unlock operational efficiency.

22 Jan 2026 Multiple Industries Blog
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Q&A with Beontag: Driving Innovation in Industrial RFID

Beontag uses Impinj M800-series endpoint ICs with Gen2X to create high-performance RAIN RFID tags for industrial use cases like tire tracking.

3 Sep 2025 Automotive Blog
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RAIN RFID: A Strategic CPG Opportunity Disguised as a Mandate

Impinj helps CPG brands turn Walmart’s mandate into a supply chain advantage, boosting accuracy, efficiency, and resilience across operations. 

11 Jul 2025 Multiple Industries Blog
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Celebrating 25 Years: “We’re Just Getting Started”

Since Impinj was founded in 2000, the company has grown to become a leader in the RAIN RFID industry, delivering tools and technology to connect every thing. 

30 May 2025 Multiple Industries Blog
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The Latest Version of the RAIN RFID Protocol, Gen2v3, Is Here. What’s Next?

A new version of RAIN RFID’s air-interface protocol increases RAIN enterprise solution performance. Here's what you can expect. 

29 Apr 2025 Multiple Industries Blog
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From Seed to Second Life: The Journey of a T-shirt

RAIN RFID enables sustainability at every point in a product’s value chain. Follow a T-shirt as it makes its way through the supply chain — and beyond.

4 Apr 2025 Multiple Industries Blog
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How to Meet RFID Mandates as They Multiply Across Retail

RAIN RFID initiatives and mandates are proliferating through the retail industry, creating new challenges — and opportunities — for suppliers and manufacturers.

26 Mar 2025 Multiple Industries Blog
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Metratec PLRM Long-Range Reader Module Offers Powerful Capabilities

Built on the Impinj E710 RAIN RFID reader chip, Metratec's reader module delivers high performance for solving the most challenging industry use cases.

27 Feb 2025 Multiple Industries Blog
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With RFID Lanes, Amazon Makes ‘Just Walk Out’ Easier and Faster

Amazon announced self-contained RFID checkout lanes for retailers to quickly set up “Just Walk Out” technology that eliminates wait times for shoppers. 

6 Dec 2024 Multiple Industries Blog
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IDRO’s Reader Module is Revolutionizing Space Constrained Devices

The ultra-compact IDRO900ME-T, built with the Impinj E310 RAIN RFID reader chip, is one of the smallest RAIN RFID reader modules on the market. 

15 Oct 2024 Multiple Industries Blog
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RFID vs. Barcodes: Pros, Cons, and How They Work Together

RAIN RFID is often described as a “digital barcode,” but the technology does so much more. Here’s a rundown of the differences and similarities between RFID and barcodes — including QR codes. 

2 Oct 2024 Multiple Industries Blog
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CEO Letter: Join in Opposing Changes to US 900 MHz Frequency Band

FCC seeks comments on proposed changes to the 900MHz radio band which threaten RAIN RFID usage. Impinj CEO Chris Diorio calls for industry action.

26 Aug 2024 Multiple Industries Blog
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ThingMagic RFID Modules Deliver Max Performance in a Tiny Package

The M7E series of five reader modules from Impinj partner JADAK delivers a wide range of performance options for today's smallest RAIN RFID reading devices.

26 Jun 2024 Multiple Industries Blog
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UHF RFID vs. RAIN RFID: The Differences and Similarities

Chances are, you’ve heard the terms UHF and RAIN used interchangeably in conversations about RFID. Find out how these are similar — and what sets them apart.

2 May 2024 Multiple Industries Blog
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NFC vs. RFID (and RAIN RFID): What's the Difference?

NFC and RFID are both similar technologies that communicate data at a distance. We explain what sets them apart.

26 Apr 2024 Multiple Industries Blog
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Impinj Ships 100 Billionth RAIN RFID Tag Chip

Impinj CEO Chris Diorio marks milestone on Impinj’s journey to trillions of connected items, reflecting on the path to this point and what’s ahead.

21 Mar 2024 Multiple Industries Blog
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Impinj Among Fast Company’s 2024 Most Innovative Companies

Fast Company recognized Impinj for its innovative Impinj Authenticity solution engine, which helps address counterfeiting by ensuring everyday items are genuine.

19 Mar 2024 Multiple Industries Blog
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CAEN RFID fIDo Sled Reader Combines Function and Efficiency

Lightweight, long-lasting, and powered by the Impinj E710 RAIN RFID reader chip, CAEN RFID’s new handheld reader keeps work flowing smoothly in warehouses, stores, and more. 

1 Mar 2024 Multiple Industries Blog
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Kathrein Solutions: Empowering Industries with Impinj RAIN RFID

The German technology services provider and Impinj partner offers a robust lineup of RFID readers and antennas — with more hitting the market every year. 

21 Feb 2024 Multiple Industries Blog
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Beijing Silion’s SIM Readers Offer Ideal Mid-Range Solution

Five new RAIN RFID modules give manufacturers options for building mid-range readers — without breaking the bank.

19 Jan 2024 Multiple Industries Blog
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How Impinj Cryptography Expert Matthew Robshaw Safeguards RAIN RFID

The Impinj technical fellow shares how his rich knowledge of cryptography and RAIN RFID has helped shape standards and solutions for authenticity and brand protection.

21 Nov 2023 Multiple Industries Blog
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How Primo1D Threads a Path to Textile Recycling with RAIN RFID

Textile and apparel with recyclable E-Thread RFID tags from Impinj partner Primo1D give garments a second chance on the world’s runway.

2 Oct 2023 Multiple Industries Blog
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Revolutionizing Business: Impinj Chair Steve Sanghi Shares His Secrets

In his new book, “Up and to the Right,” Impinj chair Steve Sanghi talks about microcontrollers, hotel coffee makers, and why people matter in management. 

28 Sep 2023 Technology Blog
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Speed up Device Development with Impinj E Family Firmware and SDK v2.0

New firmware and SDK upgrades enable development of a broad variety of RAIN RFID devices using Impinj E family reader chips. 

22 Aug 2023 Multiple Industries Blog
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