The Right Hardware for Seamless Tracking and Automation

Hardware Categories
Passive RFID Readers and Antennas
BLE and UWB Anchors and Beacons
Printers, Labels, Tags, and Consumables
We match the ideal RFID hardware to your needs, factoring in assets, facility, applications, workflow, and budget.
Comprehensive Range of RFID Hardware
Durability and Reliability
Advanced Technology Integration
Customizable Solutions
Seamless Integration with FactorySense.io
Passive Versus Active RFID
One heavy industrial manufacturer used a combined system of passive RFID technology and FactorySense BLE tags to track tools across large zones, maximizing efficiency and visibility with a single interface.
On The Factory Floor: Readers, Antennas, & Printers
RFID printers play a critical role by producing properly encoded, durable tags at the point of labeling, preventing data errors before inventory ever enters the system. Together, these components form the physical foundation of reliable, scalable warehouse RFID tracking.


Important considerations for types of passive RFID readers
Two types of readers: Fixed and Mobile
Handheld or mobile RFID Readers are portable and can be taken to various locations. Each type of RFID reader excels in certain environments and with certain workflows. Often our solutions involve using both fixed and mobile readers to read multiple RFID tags and solve the most complex business requirements.
Mobility
Application
Read range
Read Medical Equipment case study how Factory sense applied a solution with a mix of Fixed and handheld readers and scanners
Benefits of fixed readers
Always-On, Real-Time Monitoring
Automated Asset & Inventory Management
Broad Read Range
Flexible Antenna Connectivity
BLE and UWB Anchors and Beacons
Depending on your needs, we may recommend a combination of BLE and UWB anchors and beacons as part of your asset tracking solution.
See how we combined a combination of BLE tags and passive RFID with this industrial equipment manufacturer.
Each technology has its strengths, making it important to choose the right one based on your tracking needs and use case.
Benefits of mobile readers

Easy to Use
Versatile & Flexible
Geiger Counter Function
Portable & Lightweight
Seamless Integration
Cost-Effective
Quick Deployment
Frequently Asked Questions Answered
The cost of RFID software varies depending on scale and customization, but FactorySense offers flexible solutions tailored to different business sizes, including small businesses.
Yes! We support a wide range of RFID readers from HID, Zebra, Impinj, and other leading manufacturers. FactorySense works with your existing RFID readers and supports a variety of RFID tags and labels, ensuring easy installation without the need for hardware overhauls.
Yes. We provide on-site training, documentation, and ongoing support services. Comprehensive support and training are available to ensure your team maximizes the benefits of the RFID software.
Yes. The FactorySense RFID software platform is built for multi-site management, allowing you to monitor, control, and report on assets across any number of facilities.
Active RFID uses battery-powered tags that transmit signals continuously and have long (300+ft / 100+m) read ranges, while passive RFID tags are battery-free and rely on energy transmitted by RFID readers. Read ranges and read areas where passive tags "come alive" can be adjusted from a few inches to 50+ft. Active tags including BLE and UWB typically cost $30+, while passive RFID tags start at a few pennies for printable tags, or a few dollars for pre-encoded hard asset tracking tags.
RFID software automates inventory counts and updates in real time as items move through the facility, significantly reducing human error and increasing inventory visibility and accuracy. Unlike barcodes, RFID works without line-of-sight, meaning that RFID can read into many boxes and containers to vastly speed up scanning and cycle counting operations. Additionally, RFID tags are serialized so that cycle counts can track and verify serial numbers in addition to item quantities.
Bluetooth BLE beacons extend location tracking to mobile and remote environments, offering a complementary solution to fixed RFID readers, especially in open spaces or where RFID infrastructure is limited. FactorySense supports both active and passive RFID technologies and complements RFID tracking with Bluetooth BLE software for enhanced real-time location tracking.
All deployments are managed by a dedicated account manager, and take advantage of FactorySense's deep experience working with manufacturers of all sizes. Deployments are typically broken into three phases: pre-deployment, which can take from a week to a month; deployment, which typically takes from one to four weeks; and post-deployment training and support.
Absolutely. FactorySense has been successfully integrated with dozens of ERP systems, including SAP, Oracle, CostPoint, AssetSmart, and many others. We also offer a comprehensive set of RESTful APIs for easy integration into BI systems such as Tableau and PowerBI. Read more here: Compatible Platforms.
Our platform supports passive RFID (UHF), Bluetooth LE (BLE), Ultra Wideband (UWB), and NFC tags. Our platform fully supports GS1 EPCglobal RFID standards for global interoperability and compliance.
Absolutely. FactorySense RFID software is customizable to align with specific business processes and industry requirements. We offer flexible configuration options, including custom asset categories, event triggers, user permissions, and reporting views.
While we have won awards for our installations at leading defense and aerospace customers, FactorySense has been deployed at major industrial, biomedical, oil & gas, retail manufacturers, power generation, and supply chain logistics organizations.
Yes. Using a variety of size and shape of active or passive RFID tags, FactorySense RFID software is ideal for tracking tools, machinery, and parts throughout manufacturing operations, helping prevent loss, reduce downtime, and ensure compliance.
Integrating RFID software with ERP systems provides real-time asset and inventory updates, improves supply chain visibility, and reduces manual entry errors, ultimately streamlining operations and decision-making. Read more here: Compatible Platforms.
See how a global heavy equipment manufacturer used FactorySense’s rugged RFID tags to withstand harsh shop floor conditions—improving asset visibility, reducing loss, and streamlining calibration.



