Learn how FlagBin Live uses RFID tags to provide a fully automated and real time view of parts bins

Little to no manual intervention

FlagBin Live supports a number of ways to enter data into the system; manual, semi automated and fully automated. The different methods can be combined in any way to suit your requirements.

Using RFID technology

Our semi automated and fully automated solutions use RFID technology to reduce, or eliminate, the amount of manual intervention required.

Screenshot of FlagBin Live dashboard

FlagBin Live will show local and remote users the stock that needs replenishing so you can prevent line stoppages.

Fully automated

Fixed position RFID readers are installed on site and continually scan the bins and upload the results to FlagBin Live. No manual intervention is required.

When configured for use with RFID, FlagBin Live utilises two RFID (radio frequency identification) tags for each FlagBin. The first tag is used to provide confidence that the RFID reader is able to read the bin. The second tag is used to indicate the position of the flag, and therefore whether the FlagBin requires restocking. Our software controls the RFID readers, interprets their results and uploads this information to FlagBin Live.

Screenshot of FlagBin Live reader settings

Partially Automated

Using a handheld RFID reader or barcode scanner, a stock control operative performs a scan mission. Our software, installed on the handheld reader, enables the operative to complete the scan mission quickly and without error. Once the scan mission is complete, the status of the FlagBins is automatically uploaded to FlagBin Live. Internet access is only required when starting and completing the scan mission.

Photo of handheld RFID reader

Manual

A stock control operative performs a scan mission using a laptop or tablet PC. The status of the bins is entered directly into FlagBin Live. Access to the internet is required during the scan mission. Apart from the laptop or tablet PC, no additional hardware or software is required.

Screenshot of FlagBin Live reader scan mission