ArtTrac Demonstrates Sensor and Cloud Technology at MIT

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On Wednesday March 28th,  ArtTrac Technology LLC gave a live demonstration of artSYNC Software at the MIT 3rd Annual Auto-ID and Sensor Expo in Cambridge, MA. Shown were working RFID sensors that included location, motion, door opening and closing, fluid, humidity and temperature.  A location/motion sensor was mounted on a Keith Haring print named Dolphin and Man.  Attendees were asked to try to move the print and immediately a motion alert notification was seen on the monitor and on the mobile iPhones of the exhibitors.  Likewise, a blue vase was labeled with a location, motion tag and when touched the notification was seen.  In addition, ArtTrac was monitoring the humidity and temperatureof the exhibit hall along with motion and location of 3 paintings at a private art collector’s home.  The fluid tag was demonstrated by dropping water droplets on the sensor and a notification appeared on the monitor.  In addition, to the RFID sensor demo, artSYNC software’s capability to geo-locate iPhones, iPads, and iPods was demonstrated.

3rd Annual Auto-ID & Sensing Solutions EXPO at the MIT Media Lab

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ArtTrac Technology LLC is exhibiting at the 3rd Annual Auto-ID & Sensing Solutions EXPO at the MIT Media Lab on March 28th from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM

The Expo is located at MIT Media Lab e14 – 5th floor77 Mass Ave, Cambridge, MA (map)

Entry to the Expo is free.  There will be 40+ Tabletop Exhibits demonstrating how NFC and RFID offer compelling solutions that empower consumers, caregivers, retailers and the enterprise.

ArtTrac is giving live demonstrations of   artSYNC  APS (Art Protection System) Software.  artSYNC is a cloud based system that monitors location and senses motion for cultural property on exhibition, while moving or in storage.  It combines both active and passive RFID data collection.  The system also has environmental sensing capability  for temperature, humidity and fluids.

 

Introducing ArtTracAPS (Art Protection System)

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ArtTrac Technology LLC is the leading supplier of asset tracking solutions for art, wine and other high value assets – providing “peace of mind” visibility for all your assets while installed, in-transit and in-storage.

ArtTrac  is introducing ArtTracAPS (Art Protection System)

ArtTracAPS  is an active RFID system that utilizes motion sensors attached to the asset then sends real time  alert messages to the appropriate authorities when an incident occurs.   ArtTrac can configure the system to integrate with existing ERP, WMS, or art management software, capturing not only location information, but a permanent chain of custody record database of all transactions and movements.

Unlike other systems on the market,   ArtTracAPS  is economical because it is simple to install and use. It is non-invasive because all we require is an Internet connection. Once the readers are connected, all you need is a web browser to access  real-time dashboard, analytics, ad-hoc reports generator, events and notifications, and the myriad other system features.

The use of RTLS (Real Time Locating System) technology with GPS and RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) provides innovative tools for inventory management, and tracking and monitoring of art and high value assets.   ArtTrac provides tracking technology   and   software   services   to   fine  art service companies, museums, private collectors, corporate collectors, library art collections, galleries, foundations, auction houses and artists.

Live in-house demonstration presentations are available by contacting Dave Eastin at 603-365-1967 or Joe Weldon 941-320-3638.

 

 

 

ArtTrac Technology’s Temperature, Dew Point, and Humidity Sensors

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An important part offering in ArtTrac’s wireless suite of sensors is the humidity, temperature and dew point product.  Humidity-Temperature sensors monitor and report the relative humidity and ambient temperature in its immediate environment.  It is designed for use in environmentally-sensitive areas, such as exhibition galleries, storage vaults or any humidity sensitive areas.  The sensor has an accuracy of +/-2°F and +/-5% RH (typical). The sensor is designed for years of reliable performance in an operating range from –4°F to +158°F and 0% to 95% RH. The battery life for the Humidity-Temperature tag will exceed 3.5 years in most deployment environments. The tag operates with a very low duty cycle and a 10-second beacon rate.  The battery is replaceable and a “low battery” alert is sent as an alarm.  Limit ranges for humidity and temperature can easily be programmed into ArtTrac’s artSYNC software.  This affordable sensor tag is mounted in an impact resistant polycarbonate enclosure.

Real time alerts are sent by email or SMS to the response authorities in the security office, and any internet device.   The wireless sensor can be relocated so that it can be used as a tool in evaluating HVAC performance throughout the building.

The software records data sent from the sensor.  Reports depicting historic trends, fluctuations of environmental variables, and other managerial decision making reports can be generated by the artSYNC software.

 

ArtTrac introduces fluid environmental sensor

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One aspect of cultural property protection is assuring that valuable assets when in storage, on exhibition or during moving either on site or remotely do not come into contact with water from leaks, seepage or unexpected dampness. It is essential to be warned of the presence of liquids real time so that immediate corrective actions can be taken.

For this purpose, ArtTrac is introducing a wireless sensor that connects to ArtTrac’s artTSYNC software powered by iQ3.  This is the same sensor system that ArtTrac deploys in tracking art and sending security alerts if motion is detected.

Combining thin-film technology with real-time, wire-free environmental monitoring technology, the new sensor provides the freedom and ease to deploy liquid detection wherever vulnerabilities to conductive liquids threaten cultural property assets.

The unique qualities of this thin-film sensor make it easy to deploy in a variety of  difficult to monitor areas such as:

  • Floor- or ceiling mounted pipes
  • Vulnerable floor areas including areas under or above a raised floor
  • Water delivery systems and chillers, including those found under raised floors in older facilities.
  • Air conditioning units and walls

Unlike traditional leak detection sensors that need “air time” to dry off between water incidents, the  film-based sensor can be immediately wiped down and ready for action instantly. As a result, there is no leak detection downtime—the period between incidents that typical leak sensors require to dry off fully before recouping their ability to sense for water presence. In addition, the amount of liquid presence needed to initiate a leak alert is minimal, thereby reducing response time to an emerging threat.

The Fluid Detector attaches to an active RFID sensor tag via a three meter cord, allowing maximum placement flexibility.  The film based thin sensor can extend up to 150 feet in length monitoring a significant area. Like all  wire-free sensors, information captured by the sensor tag is instantly broadcast, providing real time monitoring and alerting about environmental conditions at a site.

 

Renoir Stolen

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News from The Art Loss Register: THEFT ALERT

Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Madeleine Leaning on Her Elbow with Flowers in Her Hair, 1918

Stolen from a private collection during the evening of the 8th of September 2011 as reported to the Houston Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to the return of the painting.

Anyone with information regarding this item please contact:

Christopher A. Marinello
Executive Director & General Counsel
The Art Loss Register
1st Floor, 63-66 Hatton Garden
London, EC1N 8LE
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 207 841 5780
Email: chris.marinello@artloss.com

or

Robert Wittman
Robert Wittman, Inc.
PO Box 653
Chester Heights, PA 19017
U.S.A.
Tel: 610.361.8929
Email: info@robertwittmaninc.com

News from the IFCPP Conference

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ArtTrac unveiled its new artSYNC software at the IFCPP conference in Denver, CO on August 24th. By leveraging the benefits of the Cloud, artSYNC Asset Tracking Systems can work effectively in a broad range of applications and deployments. It’s a total asset management solution that can be used to track and control and monitor a wide range of cultural property and equipment types.

 

artSYNC can be used as a people tracking solution

People are an organization’s most important asset. So when it’s essential to know the whereabouts of key people in your organization, artSYNC gives you real-time tracking capability. Panic button sensors are available for guard activation.

 

Keeping tabs on environmental conditions

Environmental monitoring gives you the ability to know, in real-time, the conditions in which people and equipment are operating. ArtTrac offers environmental sensors for temperature, humidity, dew point, fluid presence, light, and pressure.

 

Full-Featured Reporting

artSYNC has a powerful analytics engine that allows you to configure and generate a standard report set based on criteria you select. artSYNC stores data in a standard SQL database so you’ll be able to use any popular report writing application to generate ad hoc reports. With artSYNC’s total asset reporting features, you’ll know where and when your assets were moved.

 

The Power of the Cloud

Because it uses Cloud technology, ArtTrac’s artSYNC tracking systems can be setup and made operational in much less time than conventional systems that require extensive organizational data center resources and IT infrastructure. The RFID reader hardware comes pre-configured to upload data directly to ArtTrac’s Cloud-based artSYNC service through a standard Internet connection. All we require is an Internet connection. Once the readers are connected, all you need is a web browser to access artSYNC’s real-time dashboard, analytics, ad-hoc reports generator, events and notifications, and the myriad other system features.

 

Welcome to our new website

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Greetings. We would like to welcome you to ArtTrac’s new and improved website.   ArtTrac is a leader in wireless sensor technology enabling the protection of cultural property. We intend to use this forum to educate and inform those responsible for protecting our cultural treasures on technology innovations that can be deployed in that pursuit.  Please return frequently as we will be posting interesting articles about tools that are available and events that are happening in the trade.