.png)
Open-source AIoT Platform
Device management, data collection, processing and visualisation for your IoT solution
SF MBT02 Asset Bluetooth Repeater
SF MBT02 Asset Bluetooth Repeater
SF-Repeater integration, SF MWC01 Badge Bluetooth® Repeater and SF MBT02 Asset Bluetooth® Repeater. SF MWC01 performs accurate personnel management, with high accuracy and emergency response abilities.
The SF MBT02 is Smart Sensor Flows innovative mobile asset repeater performing asset tracking with high efficiency's. It is embedded with a low-power Bluetooth® chip for reliable broadcasting and scanning. The SF MBT02 offers two scanning modes: periodic and movement-triggered. The repeater detects nearby Bluetooth® beacons, filters and broadcasts the strongest signal to the gateway, enhancing the performance of asset tracking and usage monitoring. It reduces costs associated with Bluetooth® gateways and maintenance requirements, thanks to its lightweight design and snap button for easy attachment and detachment of alarms.
Both SF MWC01 and SF MBT02 are cutting-edge, ideal hardware solutions for personnel and asset management, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and security in hospitals, buildings, warehouses, and many other heavily loT-oriented industries.
IoT Gateway & Cloud Server
The gateway uploads the data to the cloud server. The cloud server analyzes and processes the data to achieve asset and people management functions.
Repeaters
The repeaters collect the Bluetooth signals broadcast by the beacons and then forward the data to the gateway.
Bluetooth Beacon
Beacons are reasonably pasted to walls or pillars. Beacons broadcast Bluetooth signals in real-time.
Once Asset Repeater connected to the app or gateway platform and then disconnected while in the configurable state, it will automatically trigger a scan (based on the default scanning mode). Administrators can remotely initiate a scan by sending commands to the SF MBT02 via the Smart Sensor Cloud platform, enabling them to receive the latest broadcast information and track the asset's location and status.
The SF MWC01 Bluetooth Repeater is a versatile device that combines several functionalities in a single unit. Here's a breakdown of its features and how they work together:
1. Access Control & Personnel Tracking:
-
Staff Card: The device functions as a traditional staff ID card, granting access to authorised areas within a facility. This could be through RFID or Bluetooth authentication with existing access control systems.
-
Location Tracking: The built-in Bluetooth capabilities allow the system to track the location of staff members in real time. This can be useful for safety, emergency mustering, or even optimising workflows.
2. Sensor Data Collection & Transmission:
-
Repeater Function: This is where the "repeater" part comes in. The SF MWC01 doesn't just transmit its own location data. It also acts as a hub, collecting data from various Bluetooth sensors in the environment. These sensors could be tracking things like temperature, humidity, or the location of assets.
-
Mesh Network: The mesh network capability is key to extending the range and reliability of the system. Each SF MWC01 can communicate with other nearby SF MWC01 devices, creating a network that can cover a large area even with obstacles. This means sensor data can hop from one repeater to another until it reaches the gateway.
3. Movable Repeater:
-
Dynamic Network: Because employees wear the SF MWC01 and move throughout the facility, the repeater network itself is constantly shifting and adapting. This creates a dynamic and flexible system that can maintain coverage even in complex environments.
-
In simpler terms, Imagine a building with many sensors tracking various things. The SF MWC01 is like a worker bee that not only does its job (access control) but also flies around collecting information from these sensors and bringing it back to the hive (the gateway). As workers move around, they ensure that information from all corners of the building is collected efficiently.
Benefits:
-
Cost-effective: By combining multiple functions in one device, it reduces the need for separate systems and infrastructure.
-
Improved Coverage: The mesh network and mobile nature of the repeaters ensure better coverage compared to static systems.
-
Real-time Data: Provides up-to-date information on staff location, environmental conditions, and asset tracking.
-
Enhanced Safety: Can be crucial for emergency response and personnel safety.
This technology can be particularly useful in large facilities like hospitals, warehouses, and factories where real-time data and efficient communication are critical.
Medical Asset Management
Ideal for medical asset management, SF MBT02 can be attached to equipment like tool carts, oxygen tanks, and beds. In periodic scanning mode, it continuously scans nearby beacons as assets move between departments or wards.
This real-time tracking and monitoring of asset usage, duration, and location, significantly enhances the efficiency and accuracy of managing medical equipment in hospitals.
Warehouse Asset Movement Monitoring
The SF MBT02 is often used in large warehouses and factories, storing infrequently used assets. In movement scanning mode, it triggers Bluetooth® scanning as soon as the asset moves and stops. This feature provides real-time tracking of asset usage and movement patterns, enabling administrators with clear insights and enhanced transparency to optimize warehouse management and ensure asset security.
Cost-effective Indoor Positioning Solutions
The repeater solution reduces the deployment of Bluetooth® gateways significantly, making it a cost-effective way for indoor location. Lower costs, and efficient, real-time asset tracking offer operational savings and flexibility in various industries.
Solutions for Improved Asset Security
SF MBT02's anti-tamper switch and real-time tracking improve asset security. Receive immediate notifications for illegal access or removal, providing complete security and reducing the risk of asset loss.
People Management with Accuracy
With the SF MWC01's Bluetooth® location and emergency response functions, you can implement accurate staff management. Improve workplace safety and productivity by correctly detecting positions, allowing for quick replies in emergency circumstances.
