Book Security

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Radio Frequency (RF) Book Security System

An entry level book security system using RF antennas, ideal for school & college libraries.

Using RF technology, books are protected using a “book pocket” with an integrated RF label.  This is cancelled out when a Date Due Card is inserted and the book is “legally” issued by the librarian.  This stops the EAS system alarming.

When a book is returned the Date Due Card is removed, books are restocked and the Date Due card is reused for another pupil in another book.

In the event a book has not been through the process and is passed through the tagging gates, the alarm will sound.

RFID Radio Frequency Identification

Libraries worldwide are harnessing the potential of RFID technology to transform the way patrons interact with books and information.

By discreetly embedding RFID tags in each book, libraries are streamlining the borrowing process. Manual check-ins and check-outs are now relics of the past as patrons can effortlessly wave their books at self-service kiosks, instantly updating their accounts. This not only saves time but also guarantees precise inventory management, reducing instances of lost books. Step into the future of library services with RFID and experience a heightened level of operational convenience.

RFID Staff stations are handy electronic tools for library staff to convert, check-out, return or renew library materials.

In general, an RFID device behaves more or less as a barcode scanner, the advantage of RFID labels being that the identification data from materials are not scanned visually but in open air. This specific property makes it possible to identify multiple items at once. In the library, “stack processing” is often used.

The RFID Staff stations are available in 3 versions; a table-top model, an undercounter model and a shielded version.

Libraries that use hybrid systems usually have the following criteria:

  • Libraries that want to migrate step by step to RFID but currently work with EM

  • Libraries that want to use RFID to identify items but want to continue using EM strips for the best security

  • Libraries that want to optimise and modernise their lending traffic

  • Libraries that want to improve the service level to customers

Hybrid Library Solution

For libraries looking for ultimate security and efficiency, a hybrid solution is the perfect answer.

Libraries that already use EM but want to migrate to RFID technology or add it to their processes can also switch step by step. The Dialoc ID Hybrid systems combine RFID and EM technology without compromising on accuracy and efficiency.

If a library wants to switch to RFID in the future but does not want to transfer the entire collection in one go, a hybrid technology can be ideal.

Why choose EM in library systems?

EM technology offers unique security for two reasons: (1) the EM labels are invisible, they are hidden in the spine of a book or between the pages, and (2) it is almost impossible to shield the signal from the EM labels. Because of the fact that EM labels are so difficult to shield and difficult to remove, conventional shoplifting- and shielding methods as described above cannot be used to steal items.

The gates are suitable for multiple installations because they are easy to interconnect without interfering to each other. One practical option is the integrated customer counter and the possibility to read data locally and/or collect data (such as number of visitors and alarms) in the cloud.

Electromagnetic (EM) Systems

Electromagnetic security technology has been used in the library for a number of decades for the protection of valuable library collections.

It still is the ultimate theft protection technology. The security labels are equipped with special magnetic materials that respond to low-frequency magnetic fields generated by security systems at the exit of the library. The EM labels can be activated or deactivated with special equipment or a self-service kiosk. A properly deactivated item does not trigger the alarm at the EM security port. Whereas if the item is not deactivated, an alarm will sound at the exit of the library.

FAQs

  • We install and service a number of products into public, university and school libraries. Full RFID book systems and stock control. EM and RF book detection and all accessories, including verifiers, EM strips, RF book pockets, customized with the school or college logo. Standalone people counters and network versions. We also provide CCTV, Access Control and Wireless headsets.


  • Absolutely. We also operate an open protocol policy so if we do not measure up you are free to go elsewhere.