RFID Laundry Tags
A laundry tag has to survive hundreds of industrial wash cycles, so CedaGlo builds a few different formats to match how garments are handled. UHF textile laundry tags sew directly into linen and uniforms; silicone laundry tags add extra waterproofing for hospital and hotel textiles; PPS button coin tags are built for high heat and repeated tumbling; and woven nylon and satin ribbon labels offer a low-profile sewn-in option for finer garments.
RFID Readers
Staff use handheld RFID readers to sort and count garments in bulk at intake and dispatch, usually the first device a laundry facility adopts. Fixed RFID readers installed at sorting stations or wash-line entry points scan every item automatically as it passes through, with no manual handling required.
Antennas & Automated Sorting
For large-scale industrial laundries, panel antennas integrated along conveyor lines let automated sorting systems identify and route each garment by tag, cutting manual handling further as volume grows.
Applications
RFID technology has penetrated various aspects of laundry management:
Inventory Control: Real-time garment counts prevent stock shortages and excess inventory, keeping stock levels accurate across the facility.
Quality Control: Wash-cycle counts and usage history flag garments nearing end-of-life, helping maintain consistent quality standards.
Customer Service: Tag data supports order tracking and pickup notifications, giving customers visibility into where their items are.
Workflow & Data Analytics: Tracking garments through sorting, washing, and folding highlights bottlenecks and supports demand forecasting.
CedaGlo RFID technology has become an indispensable part of modern laundry management. Through the combination of durable tags, handheld and fixed readers, and antennas, laundry facilities achieve accurate tracking, consistent quality, and smoother workflows — with hardware built to match each stage of the process, from intake to final fold.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many wash cycles can an RFID laundry tag survive?
CedaGlo PPS button laundry tags are rated for up to 200+ industrial wash cycles and IP68 waterproofing, depending on tag type, chip and process. Textile and silicone tags are built for repeated washing, drying and ironing.
Which laundry tag should I choose?
Sewn-in UHF textile tags suit flat linen and uniforms, silicone tags add waterproofing for hospital and hotel textiles, PPS button tags handle high heat and tumbling, and woven or satin ribbon labels are a low-profile option for finer garments.
Can a laundry count garments without opening each bag?
Yes. UHF tags can be read in bulk, so handheld readers count a cart or bag at intake and dispatch, and fixed readers or conveyor antennas count every item automatically as it passes.
How does RFID tell when a garment should be replaced?
Every read adds to the item's wash-cycle count and usage history, so garments nearing end of life can be flagged for inspection or replacement.
Can a laundry test different tag types before choosing one?
Yes. Textile, silicone, PPS button and woven tags can each be ordered from 1 piece, so you can run them through your own wash process side by side. Custom samples cost from US$50 per order, and the chosen tag moves to volume pricing for the rollout.