Merchandise tracking: total control and intelligent real-time search
Complete visibility into inventory location is no longer just a goal, but an operational necessity for maintaining competitiveness. In environments where the flow of materials is constant, the cost of lack of visibility translates into direct losses: workers who waste up to 20% of their workday searching for misplaced pallets, “empty spaces” that the system counts as full, and the chaos caused in overcrowded unloading areas.
Tecnipesa’s Asset Tracking & Item Location solution eliminates operational uncertainty across your warehouse. Combining the BRAVE® RFID Gate with the intelligent capability and speed of Tecnipesa Connect software, goods automatically register in your system the moment they move—delivering complete, automated real-time traceability.
Eliminate misplaced stock: guided on-site item location
Even in well-managed warehouses, stock can easily end up in the wrong place. To solve this operational bottleneck, Tecnipesa puts the power of autonomous logistics using RFID technology directly into the hands of your warehouse operators with Connect Mobile.
Search mode: intelligent radar for your warehouse
If a product or high-value asset is not found at its assigned location, the operator simply enters its code into the Handheld RFID Reader running Connect Mobile. The software launches in search mode, operating as a proximity-guided detection system:
- Audible signal: The terminal emits an audio alert that increases in frequency as the operator approaches the selected item.
- Visual signal:The display screen graphically shows signal strength, intuitively guiding the operator along the path.
It is an ultra-efficient item location system that turns hours of blind searching into a process of mere minutes.
How our connected ecosystem works
Our solution creates a seamless link between your physical stock and business decision-making, ensuring continuous, real-time data flow:
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BRAVE® (Data Capture)
Automatically detects RFID labels and tags in bulk across loading docks and critical checkpoints, reading hundreds of tags per second without slowing down forklift traffic. -
Connect Web nad Connect Mobile
Available for desktop (Web) and Handheld Mobile Computers (Mobile), Connect is the middleware platform responsible for validating physical reads, filtering out stray signals, and equipping operators with intelligent search tools. -
Your central host system (decision-making)
It receives processed data instantly, ensuring your digital inventory records provide an exact, real-time reflection of the warehouse floor.
KEY SOLUTION BENEFITS
Time saved
Locating misplaced items
Inventory accuracy
and storage location reliability
Error-Free shipments
Features and capabilities
Eliminate manual stock movement logging. Deploying BRAVE® RFID Gates at critical transit points across your warehouse—such as production access routes, storage areas, and goods receiving or dispatch docks—allows the system to take complete control.
In addition, these technologies eliminate potential human error in item identification, scanning, and sorting.
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- Automated zone tracking: whenever goods pass through a critical checkpoint, the BRAVE® RFID Gate captures RFID labels in bulk and instantly updates your central host system (ERP/WMS) via Tecnipesa Connect. You always know the exact zone of every item.
- Efficient loading dock operations: automate goods receiving and dispatch. Instantly verify that incoming and outgoing goods are correct, eliminating bottlenecks and maintaining continuous, autonomous logistics workflows.
The BRAVE® smart RFID Gate features specialised antennas designed to filter out stray signals and ghost reads. Even in high-density tagged inventory environments, the gate captures only the assets actively moving through the checkpoint, delivering sub-second accuracy.
“At Mayoral, we particularly value Tecnipesa’s personal approach and accessibility, which translate into fast, reliable technical support we can fully trust. Working with them has enabled us to optimize our processes, ensure better traceability, and improve our operational efficiency.”
Customers using our item location solution
Industry-specific item location solutions
Automotive
Real-time returnable asset tracking
The customer challenge
Tier 1 automotive suppliers and vehicle manufacturers faced frequent assembly line stoppages caused by a lack of visibility over their fleet of containers and transport stillages. Operational teams lost valuable time searching for empty units across staging and yard areas, or trying to pinpoint specific containers holding critical components. While these assets appeared in the system, they were missing from their designated storage locations—disrupting supply chain synchronisation.
Technical solution deployed by tecnipesa
Deployment of an Autonomous Logistics infrastructure using BRAVE® RFID Gates at critical transit points and tagging the entire fleet of returnable assets. The system integrates seamlessly with Tecnipesa Connect middleware to automatically monitor inbound and outbound container flows. In addition, warehouse personnel were equipped with Handheld Mobile Computers running Connect Mobile. In the event of an urgent lineside requirement, operators can locate the exact container in seconds using radar mode—cutting asset search times by 90%.
Retail
Managing congested staging areas during high-volume receiving
Customer challenge
In fast-moving distribution centres, goods receiving and staging areas frequently became major bottlenecks during peak periods. Incoming consignments accumulated rapidly, making it difficult for warehouse teams to pinpoint specific pallets for put-away. While the host system confirmed receipt, actual physical locations remained uncertain—leading to shipping errors and persistent delays in moving stock to racking and storage locations.
Technical solution deployed by tecnipesa
Deployment of a guided location system that eliminates reliance on manual scanning at the loading dock. As consignments pass through the BRAVE® smart RFID Gate, items are automatically captured and virtually mapped within the staging area. If a pallet is concealed behind rows of other stock, operators simply activate the search feature in Connect Mobile on their handheld mobile computer. The system provides visual and audible proximity feedback to guide staff straight to the required load unit, reducing shipment errors and achieving up to 99% inventory accuracy.
Industry
Tracking tools and machinery in shared work environments
Customer Challenge
Industrial manufacturers operating large production facilities struggled to track high-value tools and shared tooling across different departments. Without automated movement logging, mission-critical maintenance and manufacturing tools frequently went missing within the plant. This forced companies to purchase duplicate assets or delay work orders simply because teams could not locate the right equipment when needed.
Technical solution deployed by Tecnipesa
Every critical tool was tagged using high-durability on-metal RFID tags integrated seamlessly with Tecnipesa Connect middleware. Automated checkpoints were installed at transit points between production halls to capture and record movement history automatically. With continuous traceability in place, staff can check the last detected zone from any mobile terminal and use precision guided search to locate tooling—even when stored inside metal cabinets or behind protective shielding. This streamlined visibility boosts operational efficiency and supports overall OEE improvements across the plant.
Featured products in this solution
Tecnipesa BRAVE® smart RFID gate
Fixed RFID gate optimised for high-density bulk reading of pallets and containers at loading docks and high-volume transit aisles. Seamlessly transmits all movement data to your WMS in real time via Tecnipesa Connect.
Tecnipesa Connect software
RFID software engineered to maximise data capture with BRAVE® RFID Gates. Every read event captured by your RFID Gate is instantly updated in your Host System, providing seamless integration with your existing IT infrastructure.
Handheld RFID readers for warehouse operations
Engineered for comprehensive warehouse management. Perform high-speed bulk inventory counts in seconds without requiring direct line of sight to labels. These rugged handheld readers deliver complete item traceability—even through sealed packaging—instantly boosting workforce productivity across your facility.
Related products
Barcode Scanners, RFID Readers, Handheld Mobile Computers, Label Printers, Printing Supplies,, Fixed Scanners, BRAVE® RFID Gat.
Frequently asked questions about item location
UHF RFID technology does not require line of sight. Even if a pallet is concealed behind three rows of stock or beneath a tarpaulin, radio waves penetrate the physical barrier. When you activate Search mode in Connect Mobile, the handheld computer functions like a radar. It isolates the unique tag identifier and guides the operator directly to the missing item within minutes using audible signals (rapid-cadence beeps) and visual signal-strength indicators.
Yes, completely. Seamless connectivity forms the core of our Autonomous Logistics solutions. Tecnipesa Connect acts as flexible middleware that filters reads from BRAVE® RFID Gates and formats the data to meet the exact protocol required by your Host System—whether via Web Services, REST APIs, flat files (CSV/XML), or direct database connections. We integrate seamlessly with SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, and major market WMS platforms without disrupting ongoing warehouse operations.
The BRAVE® smart RFID Gate is engineered for demanding logistics environments. It provides high-speed bulk reading of hundreds of RFID tags simultaneously per second—even across stacked pallets or densely packed cases. This enables forklift operators to pass through inbound receiving and outbound dispatch docks at standard operating speeds without stopping.
Our solution is delivered as a turnkey, scalable deployment. The physical installation of BRAVE® RFID Gates and the configuration of Connect middleware are rolled out in phases—typically beginning at critical loading docks—to guarantee zero disruption to your daily operations. Depending on facility infrastructure, the system can be fully integrated with your Host System within a few weeks, automating inventory flows from day one.
Both belong to the same software architecture but serve distinct operational roles. Connect Web is the desktop platform deployed alongside fixed BRAVE® RFID Gates to automate bulk reading at transit points. In contrast, specific item location—pinpointing missing or misplaced assets—is executed via Connect Mobile. Installed on rugged handheld mobile computers, Connect Mobile provides the directional radar mode and audible proximity feedback required for guided searching.
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