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3M Co (NYSE:MMM) A recognized leader in research and development, 3M produces thousands of innovative products for dozens of diverse markets. 3M's core strength is applying its more than 40 distinct technology platforms - often in combination - to a wide array of customer needs. With $24 billion in sales, 3M employs 79,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 60 countries. 3M RFID Solutions are intuitive, easy to use and attractive. They're grounded in decades of research and subjected to rigorous testing - resulting in durable, reliable and accurate systems. We offer an all-RFID system, as well as the option of Tattle-Tape™ Security for added protection. 3M also makes its RFID tag data format available to users.
Accenture Ltd. (NYSE:ACN) Accenture is a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company. Combining unparalleled experience, comprehensive capabilities across all industries and business functions, and extensive research on the world's most successful companies, Accenture collaborates with clients to help them become high-performance businesses and governments. With more than 187,000 people serving clients in over 120 countries, the company generated net revenues of US$23.39 billion for the fiscal year ended Aug. 31, 2008.
Active Control Technology Inc. (TSX:ACT.V) ACT designs and markets wireless network control and communication systems for buildings and extreme environments. Located in Burlington, Ontario, Canada, the company trades publicly on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol ACT.
Advanced ID Corporation (OTCBB:AIDO) Advanced ID Corporation is a complete solutions provider in the RFID market with a focus on the tire management industry. The company is also a major factor in the tire inspection business through its UK based Pneu-Logic subsidiary. The Company is active in the pet recovery business through its AVID Canada subsidiary in Calgary, Alberta, and has developed a UHF RFID reader product line through its Advanced ID Asia Engineering technical support and business development partner in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Alanco Technologies, Inc. (NasdaqCM:ALAN) Alanco Technologies, Inc. headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a rapidly growing provider of wireless tracking and asset management solutions through its StarTrak Systems and Alanco/TSI PRISM subsidiaries.
Atmel Corporation (NASDAQGS:ATML) Atmel is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of microcontrollers, advanced logic, mixed-signal, nonvolatile memory and radio frequency (RF) components. Leveraging one of the industry's broadest intellectual property (IP) technology portfolios, Atmel is able to provide the electronics industry with complete system solutions focused on consumer, industrial, security, communications, computing and automotive markets
Avery Dennison Corp (NYSE:AVY) Avery Dennison is a global leader in pressure-sensitive labeling materials, retail tag, ticketing and branding systems, and office products. Based in Pasadena, Calif., Avery Dennison is a FORTUNE 500 Company with 2007 sales of $6.3 billion. Avery Dennison employs more than 30,000 individuals in over 60 countries, who develop, manufacture and market a wide range of products for both consumer and industrial markets. Products offered by Avery Dennison include: Fasson-brand self-adhesive materials; Avery Dennison brand products for the retail and apparel industries; Avery-brand office products and graphics imaging media; specialty tapes, peel-and-stick postage stamps, and labels for a wide variety of automotive, industrial and durable goods applications.
Axcess International, Inc. (OTCBB:AXSI) Axcess International Inc is a pioneer in Micro-Wireless, real-time business activity automation solutions which improve productivity, efficiency, security, safety and revenue growth. Its revolutionary and patented Micro-Wireless technology enables ultra-small, very low cost, reliable local area wireless capabilities for assets, personnel, vehicles and sensors. Its unique technology platform, called Dot™ is a one-of-a-kind hybrid, system-on-a-chip single wireless source, common to multiple industry standards and supporting virtually all industries.
Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX) Baxter Healthcare Corporation is the principal U.S. operating subsidiary of Baxter International Inc. Baxter International Inc. develops, manufactures and markets products that save and sustain the lives of people with hemophilia, immune disorders, infectious diseases, kidney disease, trauma, and other chronic and acute medical conditions. As a global, diversified healthcare company, Baxter applies a unique combination of expertise in medical devices, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology to create products that advance patient care worldwide.
Bearingpoint Inc. (OTCBB:BRGP) BearingPoint, Inc. is one of the world's largest providers of management and technology consulting services to Global 2000 companies and government organizations in more than 60 countries worldwide. Based in McLean, Va., the firm has approximately 16,000 employees focusing on the Public Services, Financial Services and Commercial Services markets.
Brady Corp. (NYSE:BRC) Brady Corporation is an international manufacturer and marketer of complete solutions that identify and protect premises, products and people. Its products include high-performance labels and signs, safety devices, printing systems and software, and precision die-cut materials. Founded in 1914, the company has more than 500,000 customers in electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, education, medical and a variety of other industries. Brady is headquartered in Milwaukee and employs more than 7,800 people at operations in the Americas, Europe and Asia/Pacific. Brady's fiscal 2008 sales were approximately $1.523 billion
BT Auto-ID Services (AIM:BT-A.L) BT Auto-ID is focused on helping customers monitor and track goods and assets for supply chain management and is the business within BT dedicated to new Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) services. BT Auto-ID offers complete RFID solutions, from consultancy to help customers establish a business case for introducing RFID and estimate return on investment, to providing a fully managed service to implement and run RFID systems.
Bulldog Technologies, Inc., (OTCPK:BLLD) Is a leading provider of wireless cargo security solutions that researches, develops and manufactures real-time, comprehensive monitoring and intrusion detection devices for use in the cargo transportation and storage industry
Checkpoint Systems, Inc. (NYSE:CKP) Checkpoint Systems, Inc. is the leading supplier of retail shrink management solutions. Checkpoint's global team helps retailers - and their suppliers - reduce theft, increase inventory visibility and provide consumers with greater merchandise availability through the Company's rapidly evolving RF technology, expanding shrink management offerings and apparel labeling solutions. Checkpoint has more than one million RF devices installed in stores today and has secured more than 100 billion products. Scaling cost efficiently, Checkpoint's solutions provide increased revenues and profits to a fast-growing community of successful retailers and a superior experience for their consumers. Checkpoint operates in every major geographic market and employs 3,900 people worldwide.
China America Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB:CAAH) China America Holdings is a leading provider of biometric solutions, and micro-sensor identification systems through its wholly owned Sense Technologies, Inc. subsidiary. Sense owns patents and intellectual property for a MEMS based explosives detection technology licensed through a national government laboratory.
Cisco Systems, Inc. (NasdaqGS:CSCO) Cisco is the worldwide leader in networking that transforms how people connect, communicate and collaborate.
Digital Angel Corp (NasdaqCM:DIGA) Digital Angel is an advanced technology company in the field of animal identification and emergency identification solutions. Digital Angel's products are utilized around the world in such applications as pet identification using its patented, FDA-approved implantable microchip; livestock identification and tracking using visual and radio frequency identification (RFID) ear tags; and global positioning systems (GPS) search and rescue beacons for use on aircraft, ships and boats, and by adventure enthusiasts.
HEI, Inc. (OTCPK:HEII) HEI, Inc. designs, develops and manufactures ultra-miniature microelectronics, substrates, integrated systems and software solutions for customers engaged in the medical, hearing, telecommunications, and industrial markets. HEI provides its customers with a single point of contact that can take an idea from inception to a fully functional and cost effective product utilizing innovative design solutions and by the application of state-of-the-art materials, processes and manufacturing capabilities
I.D. Systems, Inc. (NASDAQGM:IDSY) Based in Hackensack, New Jersey, with European business offices in Dusseldorf, Germany, I.D. Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of wireless solutions for managing and securing high-value enterprise assets, including industrial vehicles, such as forklifts and airport ground support equipment, and rental vehicles. The company's patented technology, which utilizes radio frequency identification, or RFID, technology, addresses the needs of organizations to control, track, monitor and analyze their assets.
Infineon Technologies AG (NYSE:IFX) Infineon Technologies AG, Neubiberg, Germany, offers semiconductor and system solutions addressing three central challenges to modern society: energy efficiency, communications, and security. In the 2008 fiscal year (ending September), the company reported sales of Euro 4.3 billion with approximately 29,100 employees worldwide. With a global presence, Infineon operates through its subsidiaries in the U.S. from Milpitas, CA, in the Asia-Pacific region from Singapore, and in Japan from Tokyo.
Infosys Technologies Ltd (NasdaqGS:INFY) Infosys defines, designs and delivers IT-enabled business solutions that help Global 2000 companies win in a flat world. These solutions focus on providing strategic differentiation and operational superiority to clients. With Infosys, clients are assured of a transparent business partner, world-class processes, speed of execution and the power to stretch their IT budget by leveraging the Global Delivery Model that Infosys pioneered. Infosys has over 100,000 employees in over 50 offices worldwide. Infosys is part of the NASDAQ-100 Index and The Global Dow.
Innovision Research & Technology plc (AIM:INN.L) Innovision Research & Technology plc, is leading the next generation of NFC/RFID solutions. As the leading fabless developer of Short-Range Data Communication semiconductor and system solutions, with particular focus on NFC/RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) and ultra low-cost Integrated Circuit (IC) and RF electronic design, IRT is pushing cost performance to enable clients to get maximum utility for minimum cost.
Intel Corp. (NasdaqGS:INTC) Intel, the world leader in silicon innovation, develops technologies, products and initiatives to continually advance how people work and live.
Intermec, Inc. (NYSE:IN) Intermec, Inc. develops, manufactures and integrates technologies that identify, track and manage supply chain assets. Core technologies include RFID, mobile computing and data collection systems, bar code printers and label media. The Company's products and services are used by customers in many industries worldwide to improve the productivity, quality and responsiveness of business operations.
International Business Machines Corp (NYSE:IBM) International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) develops and manufactures information technologies, including computer systems, software, networking systems, storage devices, and microelectronics worldwide. As a pioneer in sensor technology and a leader in IT and business strategy, our sensor and actuator solutions unlock new business value with sense and respond capabilities to drive new insights and innovation.
International Paper Co (NYSE:IP) International Paper is a global paper and packaging company with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America, Russia, Asia and North Africa. Its businesses include uncoated papers and industrial and consumer packaging, complemented by xpedx, the company's North American distribution company. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., the company employs more than 65,000 people in more than 20 countries and serves customers worldwide. 2007 net sales were approximately $22 billion.
KMA Global Solutions International, Inc. (OTCPK:KMAG) is a leading worldwide manufacturer and supplier of Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) labels for the multimedia, retail apparel, health/beauty aids, soft goods, and over-the-counter pharmaceutical industries. KMA provides low cost solutions for retail protection against inventory theft, offering customized labels that use a variety of patented formats to meet unique packaging needs. KMA's patent pending DUAL Tag™ is the only product available that combines the two leading EAS technologies in a single, high speed application to eliminate the need for multiple inventories and its patented NEXTag™ is the solution of choice for soft goods as a small, flexible non-woven label conveniently sewn into a garment at its manufacturing source. At KMA, our Business Mission is to constantly reinforce our industry leadership as a preferred competitive supplier in the timely delivery of superior, cost effective, source tagging products - all the time, every time.
Koninklijke Philips Electronics NV (NYSE:PHG) Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. is engaged in the delivery of products, systems and services in the fields of lighting, consumer electronics, domestic appliances and personal care, components, semiconductors and medical systems.
Manhattan Associates, Inc. (NasdaqGS:MANH) Manhattan Associates continues to deliver on its 18-year heritage of providing global supply chain excellence to more than 1,200 customers worldwide that consider supply chain optimization core to their strategic market leadership. The company's supply chain innovations include: Manhattan SCOPE(tm), a portfolio of software solutions and technology that leverages a Supply Chain Process Platform to help organizations optimize their supply chains from planning through execution; Manhattan ILS(tm), a portfolio of distribution management and transportation management solutions built on Microsoft. NET technology; and Manhattan Carrier(tm), a suite of supply chain solutions specifically addressing the needs of the motor carrier industry.
McKesson Corp (NYSE:MCK) McKesson Corporation, currently ranked 18 th on the Fortune 500, is a healthcare services and information technology company dedicated to helping its customers deliver high-quality healthcare by reducing costs, streamlining processes and improving the quality and safety of patient care.
Micromem Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB:MMTIF) Micromem Technologies Inc., is a publicly traded fables semiconductor company with headquarters in Toronto, Canada and an office in New York City. Micromem holds and continues to develop a broad-based patent portfolio of Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory (MRAM) and magnetic sensor technologies. Micromem's MRAM patents create a solution for performance driven, radiation hard, non-volatile memory applications. MASTInc is focused on business development efforts and is working on the launch of sensory products for use in both defense and consumer applications. Its first product, GC-0301, is far superior to the competition with over 200 V/T, making it one of the most sensitive hall sensors on the market without the need for external amplification. MASTInc is working with companies that have large-scale capabilities and expects to sign contracts in the coming quarters
NCR Corp (NYSE:NCR) NCR Corporation is a global technology company and leader in automated teller machines, self-checkouts and other self- and assisted-service solutions, serving customers in more than 100 countries. NCR's software, hardware, consulting and support services help organizations in retail, financial, travel, healthcare and other industries interact with consumers across multiple channels.
Northstar Electronics Inc. (OTCBB: NEIK) Northstar's proven world-class expertise in advanced sonar technology bodes well for the company's prospects in many industries. The three main categories are Advanced Sonar Technology, Electronic Contract Manufacturing and Systems Integration.
Patni Computer Systems Ltd (BSE:PATNI.BO) Patni Computer Systems is a global provider of IT Services and business solutions, servicing Global 2000 clients. Patni services its clients through its industry-focused practices, including banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI); manufacturing, retail and distribution (MRD); life sciences; communications, media and utilities (CMU), and its technology-focused practices.
Progress Software Corp (NasdaqGS:PRGS) Progress Software provides application infrastructure software for the development, deployment, integration and management of business applications. Our goal is to maximize the benefits of information technology while minimizing its complexity and total cost of ownership. . With ObjectStore ODBMS you can develop solid, consistent, high-performance applications. This object database provides a scalable, durable and reliable data caching and object data management solution for the enterprise, an embedded device, or anything in between
Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE:R) Ryder provides leading-edge transportation, logistics and supply chain management solutions worldwide. Ryder's stock is a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average and the Standard & Poor's 500 Index. Ryder ranks 371st on the FORTUNE 500® and 1,631st on the Forbes Global 2000.
SAP AG (NYSE:SAP) SAP is the world's leading provider of business software (*), offering applications and services that enable companies of all sizes and in more than 25 industries to become best-run businesses. With approximately 76,000 customers (includes customers from the acquisition of Business Objects) in over 120 countries, the company is listed on several exchanges, including the Frankfurt stock exchange and NYSE, under the symbol "SAP."
SATO America, Inc. (Tokyo:6287) SATO is a pioneer in the Automatic Identification and Data Collection (AIDC) industry and the inventor of the world's first electronic thermal transfer barcode printer. It revolutionised the barcoding industry by introducing the Data Collection System (DCS) & Labelling concept - a total barcode and labelling solution providing high quality barcode printers, scanners/hand-held terminals, label design software and consumables. SATO is one of the first in the industry to introduce a complete, multi-protocol EPC-compliant, UHF RFID solution. SATO is publicly listed on the first section of Tokyo Stock Exchange in Japan. It has worldwide offices in the United States, Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, United Kingdom, Poland, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, Thailand and China. For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2008, it reported revenues of US$767 million.
Scansource, Inc. (NasdaqGS:SCSC) ScanSource, Inc. is a leading international distributor of specialty technology products, consisting of seven sales units in North America, Latin America and Europe. ScanSource POS and Barcoding in North America, Latin America and Europe delivers AIDC and POS solutions; Catalyst Telecom in the US, and ScanSource communications in North America and Europe, provide voice, video and converged communications equipment; and ScanSource Security in North America offers physical security solutions. Founded in 1992, the company ranks #901 on the Fortune 1000.
SIRIT Inc. (TSX:SI.TO) Sirit Inc. is a leading provider of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology worldwide. Harnessing the power of Sirit's enabling-RFID technology, customers are able to more rapidly bring high quality RFID solutions to the market with reduced initial engineering costs. Sirit's products are built on more than 15 years of RF domain expertise addressing multiple frequencies (LF/HF/UHF), multiple protocols and are compliant with global standards. Sirit's broad portfolio of products and capabilities can be customized to address new and traditional RFID market applications including Supply Chain & Logistics, Cashless Payment (including Electronic Tolling), Access Control, Automatic Vehicle Identification, Near Field Communications, Inventory Control & Management, Asset Tracking and Product Authentication. .
STMicroelectronics NV (NYSE:STM) STMicroelectronics is a global leader in developing and delivering semiconductor solutions across the spectrum of microelectronics applications. An unrivalled combination of silicon and system expertise, manufacturing strength, Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio and strategic partners positions the Company at the forefront of System-on-Chip (SoC) technology and its products play a key role in enabling today's convergence markets.
Sun Microsystems, Inc. (NasdaqGS:JAVA) Sun Microsystems develops the technologies that power the global marketplace. Guided by a singular vision -- "The Network is the Computer™" -- Sun drives network participation through shared innovation, community development and open source leadership. Sun can be found in more than 100 countries.
SYBASE INC (NYSE:SY) Sybase is the largest global enterprise software company exclusively focused on managing and mobilizing information. With our global solutions, enterprises can extend their information securely and make it useful for people anywhere using any device. The world's most critical data in commerce, communications, finance, and government runs on Sybase.
Syscan (SYA.V; OTCPK:SYCZF) Syscan International develops and manufactures software and hardware to enable companies and public sector customers to operate efficiently in mobile computing and wireless applications. Products include ZFP-3, a suite of rugged in-vehicle and portable printers, and Systrak, a totally integrated business-efficiency solution focused on a highly sophisticated line of RFID components. Systrak solutions include TempaSure, Tireman, Meatrak, inventory management, readers and smart card applications.
Texas Instruments Inc (NYSE:TXN) Texas Instruments helps customers solve problems and develop new electronics that make the world smarter, healthier, safer, greener and more fun. A global semiconductor company, TI innovates through manufacturing, design and sales operations in more than 25 countries.
Tower Semiconductor Ltd (NasdaqGM:TSEM) Tower Semiconductor Ltd. is a pure-play independent specialty wafer foundry. Tower manufactures integrated circuits with geometries ranging from 1.0 to 0.13-micron; it also provides complementary technical services and design support. In addition to digital CMOS process technology, Tower offers advanced mixed-signal & RF-CMOS, Power Management, CMOS image-sensor and non-volatile memory technologies. Through access to the process portfolio of its wholly owned subsidiary, Jazz Semiconductor, Tower offers RF CMOS, Analog CMOS, Silicon and SiGe BiCMOS, SiGe C-BiCMOS, Power CMOS and High Voltage CMOS. To provide world-class customer service, Tower maintains two manufacturing facilities in Israel with access to Jazz Semiconductor's fab in the U.S. and manufacturing capacity in China through Jazz's partnerships with ASMC and HHNEC.
TriQuint Semiconductor (NasdaqGS:TQNT) TriQuint Semiconductor designs, develops and manufactures advanced high-performance RF solutions with Gallium Arsenide (GaAs), Gallium Nitride (GaN), Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) and Bulk Acoustic Wave (BAW) technologies for customers worldwide.
Tyco International Ltd. (NYSE:TYC) Tyco International is a diversified, global company that provides vital products and services to customers in more than 60 countries. Tyco is a leading provider of security products and services, fire protection and detection products and services, valves and controls, and other industrial products. Tyco had 2008 revenue of more than $20 billion and has more than 110,000 employees worldwide.
United Parcel Service, Inc. (NYSE:UPS) UPS is the world's largest package delivery company and a global leader in supply chain and freight services. With more than a century of experience in transportation and logistics, UPS is a leading global trade expert equipped with a broad portfolio of solutions. Headquartered in Atlanta, Ga., UPS serves more than 200 countries and territories worldwide.
UPM-Kymmene Corp. (OTCPK:UPMKY) UPM Raflatac, part of UPM's Engineered Materials business group, is one of the world's leading suppliers of self-adhesive label materials and the world's number one producer of HF and UHF radio frequency identification (RFID) tags and inlays. UPM Raflatac has a global service network consisting of 14 factories on five continents and a broad network of sales offices and slitting and distribution terminals worldwide.
VeriSign Inc. (NasdaqGS:VRSN) VeriSign, Inc. is the trusted provider of Internet infrastructure services for the networked world. Billions of times each day, VeriSign helps companies and consumers all over the world engage in communications and commerce with confidence.
VUANCE Ltd. (NasdaqCM:VUNC) VUANCE Ltd. develops and markets state-of-the-art security solutions for viewing, tracking, locating, credentialing, and managing essential assets and personnel. VUANCE solutions encompass electronic access control, urban security, and critical situation management systems as well as long-range Active RFID for public safety, commercial, and government sectors. The Company's comprehensive range of products enable our business partners to offer their customers end-to-end solutions that can overcome the most difficult security challenges. Its Incident Response Management System (IRMS) is the industry's most comprehensive mobile credentialing and access control system, designed to meet the needs of Homeland Security and other public initiatives. VUANCE is serious about security.
X-Change Corporation, The (OTCBB:XCHC) The X-CHANGE Corporation is acquiring interests in emerging technology opportunities that will generate significant revenues and return a profit to shareholders. AirGATE Technologies, a wholly owned subsidiary, specializes in wireless data management technologies and is developing applications utilized in RFID (radio frequency identification) deployments.
Zebra Technologies Corp (NasdaqGS:ZBRA) Zebra Technologies Corporation improves customers' business performance through products and solutions that identify, track and manage assets, transactions and people. More than 90 percent of Fortune 500 companies use innovative and reliable Zebra printers, supplies, RFID products and software to increase productivity, improve quality, lower costs, and deliver better customer service. Zebra labels, printers and solutions can be found in more than 100 countries around the world.