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Intrawest is putting RFID gates on the main lifts at Steamboat for the 2015-16 season. Also using RFID at Winter Park. The online FAQ is pretty comprehensive. Never thought about the idea that the EZPass/iPass for roadways tolls are based on the same technology.
Does your home mountain use RFID?
* * * a few Q&A
Q: Which lifts have RFID Access? [Steamboat starting 2015-16]
Answer: RFID access is available in Steamboat at the gondola, Christie Peak Express, Preview and Thunderhead Express chairlifts and the Zephyr Express, Arrow, Gemini Express, Challenger and Super Gauge Express chairlifts at Winter Park/Mary Jane. In addition, hand-held scanners will be utilized at select lifts, such as Steamboat’s Christie III, when operational and for some special events.
Q: How widely used is RFID technology?
Answer: RFID technology is used in a wide variety of industries and applications. Recently, RFID has been added to some state driver licenses and passports. RFID has also been used extensively in toll collection, inventory control, building security, and library systems.
Q: Did resorts eliminate lift ticket checkers by installing the RFID system?
Answer: No, we simply replaced the hand held scanner with RFID gates. We will have the same lift ticket checkers to provide guest service at the gates. Staffing levels will remain similar to previous years.
Does your home mountain use RFID?
* * * a few Q&A
Q: Which lifts have RFID Access? [Steamboat starting 2015-16]
Answer: RFID access is available in Steamboat at the gondola, Christie Peak Express, Preview and Thunderhead Express chairlifts and the Zephyr Express, Arrow, Gemini Express, Challenger and Super Gauge Express chairlifts at Winter Park/Mary Jane. In addition, hand-held scanners will be utilized at select lifts, such as Steamboat’s Christie III, when operational and for some special events.
Q: How widely used is RFID technology?
Answer: RFID technology is used in a wide variety of industries and applications. Recently, RFID has been added to some state driver licenses and passports. RFID has also been used extensively in toll collection, inventory control, building security, and library systems.
Q: Did resorts eliminate lift ticket checkers by installing the RFID system?
Answer: No, we simply replaced the hand held scanner with RFID gates. We will have the same lift ticket checkers to provide guest service at the gates. Staffing levels will remain similar to previous years.