How iBeacon Works in Warehousing
Key Components
iBeacon Tags: Attached to pallets, products, or equipment.
Bluetooth Scanners/Gateways: Fixed at key points (e.g., entry/exit, shelves).
Cloud/On-Premise Software: Processes location data for analytics.
Workflow Example
Tagging Assets: Each item/pallet gets an iBeacon with a unique ID.
Signal Detection: Bluetooth scanners detect beacon signals and estimate proximity (1m–50m range).
Real-Time Tracking: Location data is sent to a central dashboard (e.g., via Wi-Fi/LoRaWAN).
Automated Alerts: Notifications for misplaced stock, low inventory, or unauthorized movements.
iBeacon Card Customization Options:
1. Appearance & Design
Graphics/Logo: Custom artwork, company logos, or personal photos.
Text: Personalized text such as names, contact details, or promotional messages.
Material & Shape: Choice of plastic, metal, or other materials; standard credit card size or custom shapes (e.g., keychain tags).
2. iBeacon Technical Parameters
UUID/Major/Minor Configuration:
UUID: Unique identifier for your organization or application.
Major & Minor: Sub-identifiers for specific locations (e.g., store sections, event zones).
Signal Strength (RSSI): Adjustable broadcast range (proximity-based triggers).
Broadcast Interval: Optimize battery life or responsiveness.
3. Functionality & Interaction
Trigger Actions:
Push notifications (greetings, promotions).
Auto-open URLs, apps, or navigation maps.
Track user interactions for analytics.
Multi-Stage Triggers: Different actions based on distance (e.g., "Welcome" at 10m, "Special Offer" at 2m).
4. Data & Security
Dynamic Content: Some cards allow remote updates via cloud platforms.
Encryption & Access Control: Restrict beacon visibility to authorized apps/users.
5. Use Case Customization
Corporate: Employee badges (access control + attendance tracking).
Retail/Events: Proximity marketing, interactive exhibits.
Personal: Smart business cards (auto-share contact info), anti-loss tags.
IoT Integration: Smart home triggers (e.g., unlock doors when detected).
| Bluetooth protocol | BLE5.0 |
| Transmitting power | 4dBm (-20--4dBm) |
| Broadcast time | 500ms (default) can be set, the maximum is 2000ms (others need to be modified through APK or SDK) |
| Transmission distance | 30m |
| Key function |
Press once to wake up the Bluetooth card; Press again to put the Bluetooth card into sleep mode; |
| LED light |
Charging process: LED red light is on; Full charge: LED green light is on; Bluetooth card wake up: LED blue light flashes once; Bluetooth card sleep: LED blue light flashes twice; |
| Sound (buzzer) | Support |
| Battery capacity | 100mAh |
| Low power shutdown | Support |
| Low power LED reminder | Support |
| Battery detection | Support |
| Charging reverse polarity protection | Support |
| Usage time on a single charge | More than 30-60 days |
| OTA upgrade | Support |
How iBeacon Works in Warehousing
Key Components
iBeacon Tags: Attached to pallets, products, or equipment.
Bluetooth Scanners/Gateways: Fixed at key points (e.g., entry/exit, shelves).
Cloud/On-Premise Software: Processes location data for analytics.
Workflow Example
Tagging Assets: Each item/pallet gets an iBeacon with a unique ID.
Signal Detection: Bluetooth scanners detect beacon signals and estimate proximity (1m–50m range).
Real-Time Tracking: Location data is sent to a central dashboard (e.g., via Wi-Fi/LoRaWAN).
Automated Alerts: Notifications for misplaced stock, low inventory, or unauthorized movements.
iBeacon Card Customization Options:
1. Appearance & Design
Graphics/Logo: Custom artwork, company logos, or personal photos.
Text: Personalized text such as names, contact details, or promotional messages.
Material & Shape: Choice of plastic, metal, or other materials; standard credit card size or custom shapes (e.g., keychain tags).
2. iBeacon Technical Parameters
UUID/Major/Minor Configuration:
UUID: Unique identifier for your organization or application.
Major & Minor: Sub-identifiers for specific locations (e.g., store sections, event zones).
Signal Strength (RSSI): Adjustable broadcast range (proximity-based triggers).
Broadcast Interval: Optimize battery life or responsiveness.
3. Functionality & Interaction
Trigger Actions:
Push notifications (greetings, promotions).
Auto-open URLs, apps, or navigation maps.
Track user interactions for analytics.
Multi-Stage Triggers: Different actions based on distance (e.g., "Welcome" at 10m, "Special Offer" at 2m).
4. Data & Security
Dynamic Content: Some cards allow remote updates via cloud platforms.
Encryption & Access Control: Restrict beacon visibility to authorized apps/users.
5. Use Case Customization
Corporate: Employee badges (access control + attendance tracking).
Retail/Events: Proximity marketing, interactive exhibits.
Personal: Smart business cards (auto-share contact info), anti-loss tags.
IoT Integration: Smart home triggers (e.g., unlock doors when detected).
| Bluetooth protocol | BLE5.0 |
| Transmitting power | 4dBm (-20--4dBm) |
| Broadcast time | 500ms (default) can be set, the maximum is 2000ms (others need to be modified through APK or SDK) |
| Transmission distance | 30m |
| Key function |
Press once to wake up the Bluetooth card; Press again to put the Bluetooth card into sleep mode; |
| LED light |
Charging process: LED red light is on; Full charge: LED green light is on; Bluetooth card wake up: LED blue light flashes once; Bluetooth card sleep: LED blue light flashes twice; |
| Sound (buzzer) | Support |
| Battery capacity | 100mAh |
| Low power shutdown | Support |
| Low power LED reminder | Support |
| Battery detection | Support |
| Charging reverse polarity protection | Support |
| Usage time on a single charge | More than 30-60 days |
| OTA upgrade | Support |
