Re: Magnetic Security tags

From: William Warren (wwarren.qrm_at_timesucker.homelinux.org)
Date: 09/29/03


Date: Mon, 29 Sep 2003 16:52:18 GMT

RGDetroit wrote:
> I am interested in how thieves are demagnetizing these security tags
> before leaving a secured facility. Can any one offer how this is
> being done? I wish to propose alternate means of security and need
> this info to support my claims. Thanks Bob.

They can:

1. Hold them next to an operating vacuum cleaner or floor polisher or
any large electric motor that's not well shielded.

2. Rub the tag a few dozen times with a strong refrigerator magnet.

3. Find an electric outlet and plug in a tape degauser.

4. Get close enough to the magnetron in any microwave oven. (Usually
requries taking the cabinet off, but not always).

HTH.

Bill

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