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Enhancing Product Security Without Changing the Label: A Collaboration Between Tadbik and Scodix

Adding smart technology to existing products often raises concerns about redesign, workflow disruption, and operational complexity. This project between Tadbik and Scodix demonstrates that RFID can be integrated into even highly complex labels while preserving original design, logistics, and production processes.

Tadbik worked with Scodix, which is a global provider of advanced digital embellishment solutions for the printing industry with the objective to protect a high-value consumable from counterfeiting while leaving the label and production workflow unchanged. Below explains the use case and deliverables from this collaboration.

The Use Case: High-Value Ink Authentication

Scodix supplies specialized inks that are essential to the performance of its digital embellishment presses. These inks represent a significant value and had become a target for imitation products using look-alike labels. The goal was to ensure each ink container could be authenticated with certainty, without altering the appearance or handling of the product.

The original label introduced multiple constraints that made RFID integration particularly demanding. The label measured approximately 197 mm by 100 mm and fully wrapped around the ink jerrycan. It incorporated multiple print layers, embossing, and structural elements designed to provide stiffness and durability. In addition, the label design included a reversed window and back-side cutting, all of which were integral to its function and appearance.

Equally important, the production layout had already been standardized, and operators were fully trained on the existing process. Any changes would have introduced risk, retraining, and potential downtime. Finally, because the jerrycan is discarded once the ink is consumed, the label itself could not be reusable, adding another element of complexity to the integration.

The RFID Integration Approach

Tadbik’s solution was to replicate the original label exactly, maintaining the same dimensions, materials, structure, and production parameters. To do this, an HF RFID tag was embedded within the label construction itself, without altering any visible design elements or functional characteristics. Historically, HF RFID tags were typically integrated by affixing them to the product, followed by the application of the original label. However, as demonstrated in this use case, we are now embedding the RFID tags directly into the label structure. From a visual and tactile standpoint, the label remained identical to the original. Operators applied the label the same way they always had. From a process perspective, nothing was changed so no additional steps or training was required.

Results and Operational Impact

The RFID-enabled label enabled secure authentication of each ink container through printer-based and cloud-enabled validation. Since the label could not be removed without destroying the container, the risk of reuse or precise reapplication for counterfeit purposes was eliminated. This ensured that each ink container could be reliably verified as authentic throughout its lifecycle.

Maybe most importantly, these security enhancements were achieved without disrupting existing workflows. Production processes remained unchanged, logistics were unaffected, and Scodix’s brand identity and functional label requirements were fully preserved.

Project Conclusions

This project demonstrates that even large, highly engineered labels can be enhanced with RFID technology without compromising design, usability, or operations. For manufacturers managing high-value consumables, RFID has shown it can be a powerful tool for authentication and protection while remaining invisible to the end user.

Scodix continues to deliver economic, productive, and sustainable digital embellishment solutions for commercial print, web-to-print, publishing, and folding carton applications. By integrating RFID into its existing ink labels, the company strengthened product integrity while maintaining complete continuity across its production ecosystem.

Learn more about how TADBIK works to protect products, enhance authentication and integrate smart features into current labeling processes.

AIM Year in Review Highlights Priorities, Activities – Capturing the Pulse of Our Industry

Pittsburgh, PA, January 7, 2026 – AIM Global, the leading industry association and global authority for more than 50 years in innovation, standards, and solutions in digital asset tracking technologies and solutions, is pleased to announce the release of its 2025 Year in Review Report, which offers a holistic view of AIM staff and member leader happenings over the past year. The report is now available for download.

From high-level global initiatives to advocacy that matters, AIM delivered wins that strengthen the entire supply chain. Together, AIM’s 400-plus members and partners drove key growth and shaped outcomes on critical issues impacting the industry. Highlights include:

The association convened industry at a record number of conferences and forums across the globe. These gatherings offered a chance to reconnect, learn, and share best practices.
AIM’s first-ever Fundamentals and Advanced Educational Workshops providing hands-on learning experiences.
Launch of two Mastermind Groups – Women of AIDC and Young Professionals – comprised of non-competing professionals providing mentorship, mutual support, and community building.
Advocated for the effective, safe, and interoperable use of AIDC technologies specifically related to the Digital Product Passport alignment, spectrum protection for RAIN RFID, and smart, standards-based consumer labeling.
More than a dozen experts weigh in on the outlook for 2026 to help stakeholders gain agility, build resilience, and uncover new opportunities in the year ahead.

The 2025 Year in Review also includes a host of additional association information, including a listing of association board members, chapter secretariats, awards, recognitions, and global initiatives.

The Year in Review is available both as a downloadable PDF and a browser-accessible version, ensuring greater accessibility and convenience.

The report also features insights from industry thought leaders on the future of AIDC technologies and AIM’s strategic priorities for 2026 and beyond.

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“Thank you to everyone in this great industry who helped make 2025 a time of growth, innovation, and collaboration. Your partnership advanced this industry for all. I invite you to watch our webinar which recaps key achievements and milestones and explore this complete AIM Year in Review to see the full story of what we have accomplished together,” shared AIM Global CEO Mary Lou Bosco.