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An Overview of EAS EAS is a technology used to identify items as they pass through a gated area. Typically this identification is used to alert someone of the unauthorized removal of items from a store, library, or data center. There are several types of EAS systems and more information is here on those different technologies. In each case, the EAS tag or label is affixed to an item. The tag is then deactivated when the item is purchased (or legally borrowed) at the checkout desk. When the item is moved through the gates (usually at a door to the premises), the gate is able to sense if the tag is active or deactivated and sound an alarm if necessary. EAS systems are used anywhere that there is a chance of theft from small items to large. By placing an EAS tag on an item, it is not necessary to hide the item behind locked doors and so makes it easier for the consumer to review the product. Today's hot topic in EAS is source tagging, where the tag is built into the product at the point of manufacture or packaging. This makes the labeling of goods unnecessary, saving time and money at the store. Our EAS systems are engineered and manufactured for superb detection and deactivation performance, durability, ease-of-use, and aesthetics to match any décor EAS Glossary Activation The act of taking an EAS label from an inactive state where it will not alarm an EAS system, and bringing it to an active state where it will alarm an EAS system. Applicator A piece of automated packaging equipment designed to apply EAS labels faster and more accurately than by hand application methods. Contact Deactivation The process of turning an active EAS label to an inactive state by touching the label directly to a contact deactivation device. Labels adhered on the inside of product packaging such as clamshell, blister, skin card or folding carton can also be deactivated through contact deactivation depending upon thickness or type of packing material. Capsule Label A drop in label for dry foods, non dry foods, vitamins, cosmetics non-liquid pharmaceuticals and health and beauty aid products. Deactivation The act of taking an EAS label from an active state where it will alarm an EAS system, and bringing it to an inactive state where it will not alarm an EAS system. Dead Label An EAS label in an inactive state where it will not alarm an EAS system can be referred to as "dead". The Acousto-Magnetic label can only be reactivated to a "live" state with an Acousto-Magnetic EAS label activation device. Disposable Label An EAS label that is attached to or inserted inside of merchandise or packaging and is not intended to be removed at the point of purchase. A disposable Acousto-Magnetic label can be activated and deactivated an unlimited number of times. EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance) A proven loss prevention technique that protects assets and merchandise by utilizing security tags and labels and EAS detection equipment. EAS systems provide security for buildings, entrances, exits and enclosed areas by alarming when items protected with an active tag or label pass through the detection equipment. EAS Pedestal An element of an EAS system, usually placed in exits, which detects and alarms when live labels pass through the field developed by it. EAS Tag or Label An EAS device that is attached and/or adhered to assets or merchandise which will alarm when passed through an EAS detection device in an active state Multiple types of EAS labels exist, the three most common types are AM(Acousto-Magnetic), EM(electro-magnetic), and RF(Radio-Frequency). The three different types only work within their respective detection units. Failure to Deactivate When an EAS label is not properly deactivated at the point of purchase, causing a false alarm when passed through an EAS system. Failure to Remove When an EAS label is not removed at the point of purchase thus alarming an EAS system. False Alarm Alarming an EAS system with a tag that has not been deactivated. Fractional Tagging The application of EAS tags to a percentage of units in a production run. Halo Effect The perception that untagged merchandise is protected, due to the fact that other merchandise in a store is protected by EAS tags or labels. Hard Tag A reusable EAS tag that is removed from merchandise at the point of sale to be reused on other merchandise . This type of EAS tag is primarily found in the apparel market. High Speed Application Utilizing automated packaging equipment to apply EAS labels to product or packaging. Identifier Sticker A sticker adhered to product packaging which communicates that the item is protected against theft or shoplifting. Inventory Shrink Reduction in physical inventory caused primarily by shoplifting and employee theft. Label Double Checker An element of an EAS system used to detect the presence of live EAS labels. This device is used to detect the presence of active labels before they pass through an EAS system. Live Label An EAS label in an active state where it will alarm an EAS system can be referred to as "live". The Acousto-Magnetic label can only be deactivated to a "dead" state with an Acousto-Magnetic EAS label deactivation device. Mass or "Bulk" Activator/ Deactivator An electronic device which brings multiple Acousto-Magnetic EAS labels from an inactive state to an active state at one time, even while products are packaged in master cartons or cases. Pick Rate A ratio that is determined by the number of times an EAS system detects an active EAS label or tag. Proximity Deactivation The process of turning off EAS labels which does not require the label to come into contact with a pad and which allows source tagging with hidden EAS labels. Source Tagging The application of EAS labels into products or packaging during the manufacturing or packaging process. Tag Pollution The act of a live EAS label leaving a store without an EAS system and entering another store with an EAS system causing an undesired alarm.

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