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Method for tagging articles used in conjunction with an electronic article surveillance system, and tags or labels useful in connection therewith

  • US 5,081,445 A
  • Filed: 03/22/1991
  • Issued: 01/14/1992
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/22/1991
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for providing a facility with articles to which devices have been attached which are capable of being detected by article surveillance equipment located at said facility, said method comprising:

  • attaching to said articles, before they reach said facility, devices which are not capable of being detected by said equipment, but which are capable of being activated to become capable of being so detected;

    supplying said articles to said facility; and

    activating said devices upon receipt at said facility.

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