ATLANTA – May 19, 2004 – LXE Inc., a leading manufacturer of rugged wireless computing solutions that improve the performance of supply-chain execution applications, and an EPCglobal member, today announced the introduction of the pioneering, “RFID enabled” handheld computer - the MX3-RFID. The innovative MX3-RFID is based on LXE’s highly successful, and seasoned, Windows® CE-based horizontal half-screen wireless computer, the MX3-CE.

The versatile unit is equipped with radio (802.11b) communications capabilities and is capable of reading both barcodes and RFID tags. It gives customers the flexibility to use one unit for a broad range of data collection applications. With the MX3-RFID, support and training costs are also minimized, because IT only has to support one computer model, and warehouse operators only have to learn one device.
The unit includes an EPC-compliant, class 0 (read only) and class 1 (write once, read many) tag reader that is fully protected in a very low-profile enclosure in the rear of the unit.

“The handheld RFID prototypes we’ve seen to date wouldn’t last long in a typical warehouse or distribution center," says Peter Fausel, Senior VP of Sales and Marketing. “The MX3-RFID, like all of LXE’s wireless computers, has been designed to thrive in these demanding environments.”
The MX3-RFID will be on display at DC Expo, May 19-20, in Chicago in LXE’s booth #1379.

As always, the MX3-RFID is supported by LXE’s award-winning Customer Support team, winners of the Mobile Star Award™ for best customer satisfaction in mobile hardware for the second consecutive year.
About EPCglobal

EPCglobal, Inc., a joint venture between EAN International and the Uniform Code Council (UCC), is a not-for-profit organization entrusted to drive the global, multi-industry adoption and implementation of the EPC NetworkTM. The neutral, consensus-based, standards organization aims to make organizations more effective by enabling true visibility of information about items in the supply chain by developing and managing standards for the EPC Network.

About LXE Inc.
LXE Inc. improves supply chain performance by applying over 30 years' experience developing wireless products and solutions. From rugged mobile computers, advanced auto-ID technologies, and wireless network infrastructure, to our award-winning customer support – LXE’s easy-to-use products are as reliable as the people who install and support them.

Based in Norcross, Georgia, LXE also offers a full range of turnkey services, including radio integration, project and installation management, network design, technical support, and repair services. LXE is a wholly-owned subsidiary of EMS Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: ELMG), and has offices worldwide. For more information, visit our Website at www.lxe.com.

DBK Concepts is an LXE Honors Partner. If you would like more information on this new product, please contact DBK at gid@dbk.com or go to DBK's LXE Hardware page for the datasheet: CLICK HERE.
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