User's Manual

Rev. 6/21/2022 Page 5 of 19
 Multiple IR Bins communicate via BLE directly with a single Controller. If distance or
obstructions are an issue, a Repeater can be used. In this case, the IR Bins
communicate via BLE with the Repeater, which in turn communicates via Long
Range Radio (LoRa) with the Controller.
CAUTION: Use only the battery provided. There may be a risk of explosion if a
wrong type of battery is used for the unit. The battery cannot be subjected to high or
low extreme temperature and low air pressure at high altitude during use, storage or
transportation. Disposal of battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or
cutting or the battery can result in an explosion. Leaving the battery in an extremely
high temperature surrounding environment can result in an explosion or the leakage of
flammable liquid of gas. Battery subjected to extremely low air pressure may result in an
explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas. Dispose of used battery according
to the instructions of local regulations or laws.
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Bins
 RFID Bins are standard Bins with RFID tags applied (as shown below). When a Bin has
been emptied of its contents, it is manually placed in the replenishment area of the
RFID enclosure.
 The Reader, which is located in the enclosure’s subfloor, registers the presence of the
RFID tag on the Bin. The Reader then transmits the tag ID to the Controller via LoRa,
and the data is then transmitted to the Fastenal Server via the Internet.
Bin with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag