Manufacturers are often responsible for storing multiple parts and components. Each important to the manufacturing process, it’s crucial that companies have a way to track these parts. Not knowing how many are available could cause delays with production. It can also impact the manufacturer’s ability to maintain good relationships with clients. It’s not uncommon for manufacturers to promise a delivery date only to find they don’t have the parts or components necessary to complete the project. This can harm the relationship with the client and have a negative impact on their reputation in the industry.
RFID Allows Organizations to Track Multiple Parts
Until recently, manufacturers didn’t have an effective way to monitor and track inventory. Most counts took place manually and errors were common. Some manufacturing companies still use this process today. Fortunately, there are other options. Using radio frequency identification, or RFID, manufacturers can automatically capture inventory counts and track the movement of parts throughout their facility.
Passive RFID tags provide a unique identification for an item. When applied to each part, these tags can completely eliminate the need for UPC codes or other barcode systems. RFID Readers and Antennas capture data from these tags and transmits it wirelessly to a software solution. Users can view the location and quantity of each part available quickly and easily. Using a Handheld Scanner or custom built Inventory Cart, Users can automatically capture inventory counts, effectively eliminating the chance of human error.
Another benefit of the system, RFID Doorway Portals monitor when assets move from one room to the next. This may prove especially beneficial to manufacturers that need to monitor various stages of production. It can also help detect when assets leave the building. Many organizations utilize Doorway Portals to help detect and prevent potential theft.
RFID Solutions
Mint Controls has successfully deployed several RFID systems. These systems are currently being used to track rental equipment, expensive wine, retail items, cuts of expensive beef, and inventory. We work directly with each of our clients to fully evaluate their needs and develop a custom tailored solution.
Please contact us for more information about our RFID tracking solutions.