When goods cannot be delivered immediately, they are temporarily stored in warehouses and containers. Whether it’s removals, events, construction sites or reverse logistics, temporary storage is a critical stage: the goods come to a standstill, but they must not go missing.
UHF RFID tracking using Z Automation’s ZWMS platform solves the problem of storage in metal containers, an environment notoriously hostile to radio signals.
The problem with temporary storage:
- Metal containers: these shield standard RFID signals.
- Mixed cargo: furniture, equipment, cables, components.
- Long storage periods: items may remain in storage for days or weeks.
- Difficult to locate: finding a specific item amongst dozens of containers.
- Risk of loss: a forgotten item may remain hidden for months.
The solution: RFID that works on metal
Z Automation has developed an ecosystem that also works in the presence of metal containers:
- Premium UHF RFID tags (4×2″ format) with reliable read ranges of up to 16 metres on plastic and paper, withstanding temperatures from -40°C to +85°C.
- Rugged Chainway handheld readers (Android 11, IP65, withstanding drops from 2.4 metres) for stock-taking and searches inside containers.
- RFID gates for mass identification at entry and exit points.
- ZWMS to log every read with date, time, device and association.
How tracked storage works
- Receipt: the goods are scanned and linked to a specific container.
- Storage: the system knows exactly what is in each container.
- Search: all it takes is a handheld scanner to locate an item in a matter of seconds.
- Dispatch: the goods are scanned and checked once again.
- Reports: every movement is recorded and can be exported.
Benefits
- Verification time reduced by up to 80 per cent.
- No more lost items.
- Precise tracking of every item, even weeks later.
- Optimisation of space and container usage.
- Integration with existing management systems via REST API, MQTT or CSV.
Applications
- Stoccaggio temporaneo per traslochi.
- Magazzini di transito per eventi.
- Depositi temporanei per cantiere.
- Logistica inversa e resi.
Why Z Automation?
For over 10 years, we have been developing bespoke RFID solutions, even in challenging environments such as those containing metal. We offer consultancy, installation and support in Italian. RFID systems are eligible for Industry 4.0 incentives.
Conclusion
If you manage temporary storage in metal containers, RFID tracking is the solution to eliminate uncertainty and prevent items going missing. Contact us for a personalised consultation.
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