An RFID label includes a release liner having an opening or window, to
allow placement of an interposer through the window, and in contact with
end portions of an antenna. By coupling the interposer to the antenna
through the window in the release liner, the coupling may be performed at
a later point than usual in the fabrication of the label. This allows the
label to be fabricated with less wear and tear on the interposer, which
is a relatively expensive and fragile part of the antenna. In addition,
testing of the interposers before applying them to a web of labels may
save costs by eliminating waste of material. Testing of the straps alone
can allow prediction of performance of the finished label.