TEX TRAK series
Ultra‑thin RFID tags built for real-world industrial laundries: 200+ wash cycles, 14 m read range
The Xerafy TEX TRAK series of ultra-thin RFID laundry tags is built for real-world industrial laundries, empowering organizations across healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, and textile services to take control of their textile inventory with unmatched durability and accuracy.
Engineered for OEMs, industrial laundries, hospitals, service providers, and end users, TEX TRAK tags are proven to withstand over 200 industrial wash cycles, including high-temperature washing, drying, ironing, and high-pressure extraction. Their long-range readability of up to 14 m makes them ideal for automating bulk inventory handling across uniforms, workwear, linens, and garments.
Manual laundry tracking is prone to shrinkage, misplacement, and inefficiencies. TEX TRAK enables automated, accurate, and secure inventory management: reducing labor, eliminating errors, and delivering full operational visibility across textile lifecycles.
“These innovative products help industry players reap the enormous benefits of EPC/RFID and make cost-effective tracking a reality.”
For end-to-end coverage, TEX TRAK can be deployed alongside Xerafy’s broader portfolio: TRAK tags for general inventory, OUT TRAK for long range tracking of carts and cages, POD TRAK for returnable laundry bins, XPLATE TRAK with stampable customization, and METAL SKIN printable labels for on-metal applications.
Laundry RFID Tags That Outperform
The TEX TRAK series is engineered for industrial laundries that demand performance, durability, and seamless integration, across healthcare, hospitality, and textile services.
200+ Wash Cycles
Built to survive repeated exposure to industrial washing, drying, ironing, and extraction+ 200+ full laundry cycles validated in real-world use.
High-Temperature Resistant
Performs reliably under sterilizing heat and pressure, meeting the demands of healthcare and high-throughput laundry environments.
Up to 14 m Read Range
Industry-leading performance enables efficient bulk reading and automation, even in densely packed textile operations.
Flexible Integration
Attach by heat-sealing, sewing, or insertion for a secure, discreet fit across garments, linens, and uniforms.
Item-Level Traceability
Every tag features a unique EPC identifier for accurate tracking across inventory lifecycles and laundry processes.
Scalable and Cost-Efficient
Optimized for large-scale deployments, delivering measurable ROI in inventory accuracy, labor savings, and asset control.
TEX 70x22 Roll
Print-Ready Roll Format
The TEX 70x22 Roll is a durable UHF RFID laundry tag designed for high-volume textile inventory tracking.
Supplied in roll format for seamless use with industrial RFID printers, it supports on-demand printing and encoding, enabling fast deployment for OEMs, converters, and textile service providers. With a read range of up to 14 meters and endurance beyond 200 industrial wash cycles, it performs reliably through washing, sterilization, drying, and pressing.
TEX 70x15
Medium-Size Fabric Tag
The TEX 70x15 is a washable UHF RFID tag built for textile inventory applications across uniforms, linens, and garments.
It delivers long-range readability up to 13 meters, and is engineered to endure 200+ industrial laundry cycles, including high-temperature washing, drying, and sterilizing heat. Its slim form factor enables easy heat-seal or sew-in integration.
TEX 50x12
Compact Fabric Tag
The TEX 50x12 is a small-size UHF RFID tag designed for space-constrained textile items such as towels, gowns, or accessories.
Its low-profile design and 200+ cycle durability make it a cost-efficient solution for large-scale laundry operations.
TEX 55x12 Silicone
Flexible Silicone Tag
The TEX 55x12 Silicone is a rugged RFID laundry tag housed in a soft, smooth, flexible silicone case for discreet, comfortable integration into garments.
It is IP68-rated and survives over 200 industrial wash cycles, with resistance to high-pressure extraction, drying, and sterilizing heat. Ideal for healthcare and hospitality where tag comfort and resilience are equally critical.
Customization Options For Laundry RFID Tags
All TEX TRAK RFID tags are fully customizable to align with your laundry management system, whether for branding, compliance, or item-level tracking.
Printing
Compatible with thermal transfer and roll-to-roll RFID printers for on-demand printing of logos, brand names, serial numbers, and more.
Marking
Support for permanent laser engraving of barcodes, QR codes, and other visual identifiers—ideal for durability and visual tracking.
Encoding
Flexible memory encoding options including unique EPCs, serial numbers, and application-specific data to enable secure item-level traceability.
Engineering
Custom form factors available on request—dimensions, antenna design, and materials can be engineered to meet unique operational or environmental requirements.
Proven in the Field
TEX TRAK RFID tags are trusted for the durable identification and automated tracking of textile inventory across owned and rental workflows, helping streamline operations, reduce shrinkage, and ensure compliance.
- Medical Scrubs and Gowns - Item-level traceability and sterilization tracking in hospitals and healthcare laundries
- Hospital Linens - Bedsheets, pillowcases, towels tracked across high-turnover inventory
- Industrial and Corporate Uniforms - Track issuance, cleaning cycles, and returns across multiple sites
- Hotel Linens and Towels - Automated handling of guest-facing textiles to reduce loss and improve turnaround
- Branded Apparel and Workwear - Manage returnable and customer-facing garments with full visibility
FAQs RFID Tagging with TEX TRAK series
How does RFID linen tracking work?
Each textile item—scrub, linen, or uniform—is tagged with a durable RFID chip carrying a unique ID.
As items move through the laundry cycle, fixed or handheld RFID readers automatically capture their location and status at key stages—collection, washing, processing, delivery, and return.
This closed-loop system ensures complete visibility, accurate inventory, and audit-ready records.
What textile items can be tracked with laundry RFID tags?
TEX TRAK RFID tags are designed to track a wide range of owned or rental textile assets across industries:
+ Medical scrubs and gowns
+ Hospital linens (bedsheets, towels, blankets)
+ Hotel linens and towels
+ Uniforms and workwear (industrial, corporate, hospitality)
+ Branded apparel and customer-facing garments
+ Surgical packs and reusable textiles
All items are tracked at the item level through every laundry cycle, from issuance to return.
Can TEX TRAK survive 200+ industrial laundry cycles
Yes, TEX TRAK tags are certified to survive over 200 industrial laundry cycles.
They withstand exposure to high temperatures, sterilizing steam, drying, pressing, and common laundry chemicals, including bleach, detergents, and alkali agents.
Validated in real-world laundries, they perform reliably in tunnel washers, flatwork ironers, and autoclaves.
The Xerafy engineering team is available to support customers with their product qualification process.
What is the read range of TEX TRAK RFID tags?
Read range varies by tag size and reader setup:
+ Up to 14 meters with the TEX 70×22 Roll in fixed reader configurations
+ Up to 13 meters for TEX 70×15
+ 6 to 10 meters typical in real-world laundry environments
TEX TRAK tags are optimized for bulk reading without line-of-sight, even in high-density sorting and storage areas.
How does TEX TRAK compare to other laundry RFID tags?
TEX TRAK is engineered to outperform conventional laundry chips in durability, read performance, and deployment flexibility:
| Criteria | TEX TRAK Advantage |
|---|---|
Durability
| Survives 90 °C washes, 200 °C drying/pressing, and 60 bar extraction pressure |
Performance
| Up to 14 m read range for bulk identification in dense laundry environments |
Availability
| Supplied in roll format for on-demand RFID printing and encoding, unlike fixed pre-encoded chips |
Flexibility
| Supports heat-seal, sew-on, sew-in, and silicone options across all textile types |
Accuracy
| Built with the latest-gen Impinj M830 and NXP U9xe chips for high read reliability |
TEX TRAK delivers industrial-grade performance with unmatched integration flexibility, making it ideal for laundries looking to scale RFID deployment efficiently.
How are RFID tags attached to textiles?
TEX TRAK tags can be attached using three standard methods, each offering different levels of durability, speed, and discretion:
- Heat-Seal – Fast and discreet: A plastic tag is bonded to the fabric using heat and pressure.
- Sew-On – Cost-effective: The tag is stitched onto the fabric, typically along its edges.
- Sew-In – Fully concealed: The tag is inserted into a hem, seam, or fabric pocket for protection and invisibility.
Best practices include stitching close to the tag’s edge without damaging the antenna, and positioning for consistent read performance.
How do TEX TRAK tags integrate with laundry management systems?
TEX TRAK tags are fully compliant with passive UHF RAIN RFID standards, making them compatible with most commercial laundry tracking platforms.
They support:
EPC Class 1 Gen 2 / ISO 18000-63
Global UHF frequency bands (860–960 MHz)
FCC and ETSI regional specifications
Tags are encoded with unique EPCs and integrate seamlessly into systems for inventory, sorting, billing, and cycle tracking.
How are TEX TRAK RFID tags customized or encoded?
TEX TRAK tags support full customization for deployment at scale:
Printing – Logos, serial numbers, and branding via industrial RFID printers
Laser Marking – Permanent barcodes or QR codes for visual ID
Encoding – EPC serialization, unique IDs, and custom data fields for item-level tracking
Engineering – Custom sizes, antenna designs, or materials available for specialized use cases such as NFC mobile tracking solutions or Gamma irradiation sterilization
These options ensure seamless integration with laundry management systems and operational workflows.
What are the benefits of RFID in laundry operations?
RFID tagging enables automation, traceability, and cost control across laundry workflows:
Automated sorting – Tags enable bulk reading without line-of-sight, reducing manual labor
Cycle count tracking – Each wash is logged automatically, supporting predictive replacement and budgeting
Real-time inventory visibility – Know where every item is, reduce overstocking, and prevent shortages
Shrinkage and loss prevention – Unique IDs help trace missing items and improve accountability
Faster turnaround – Fewer bottlenecks in sorting, processing, and delivery
Data-driven operations – Use RFID data for billing accuracy, service insights, and customer reporting
Can RFID reduce shrinkage and loss?
Yes. Each TEX TRAK tag carries a unique electronic ID, enabling full traceability across every stage of the laundry cycle.
This allows operators to identify when and where items go missing, improving accountability and streamlining billing with service providers.
By replacing manual processes, RFID helps cut losses, reduce disputes, and prevent costly inventory write-offs.
Are there compliance requirements for laundry RFID tags?
Yes. RFID tags used in healthcare, hospitality, and commercial laundries are often expected to comply with a range of safety, chemical, and environmental standards, including:
RoHS – Restriction of hazardous substances
REACH – Regulation of chemicals used in manufacturing
OEKO-TEX® – Certification for textiles tested for harmful substances
MRI compatibility – Safe for use in medical imaging environments
RFID retail mandates – Item-level serialization and traceability requirements
Compliance needs can vary by country, industry, or project. Xerafy supports customers in meeting the specific regulatory and operational standards of their use case.
