Navigate Complex Spaces with Real-Time Accuracy
In high-stakes places, like busy production floors or large ports, not knowing where your assets or people are can cost a lot. Delays, misplaced inventory, and safety breaches all cut into profits and put operations at risk.
Ultra-wideband (UWB) indoor tracking system offers real-time visibility and centimeter-level accuracy. Managers no longer waste 20 minutes searching for tools or relying on walkie-talkies. They have a live UWB RTLS map right on their screens.
At Affirmo Technology Pte Ltd, we provide a complete, end-to-end UWB real time location system including UWB anchors, UWB tags, software application and third-party system integration. Our UWB tracking devices work seamlessly in places where GPS fails — indoors, in metal-heavy warehouses, deep tunnels, and complex factory floors.
Our extended solution, Affirmo Real-Time Tracking Solution (ARTS), is an automated system. It monitors the location and restricts the movement of people, vehicles, and equipment in high-security and safety areas. It uses lightweight wireless trackers for both outdoor and indoor use, supporting GPS, UWB, and RSSI.
What is UWB Indoor Tracking?
Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology is a radio positioning system. It sends very short pulses over a wide range of frequencies. By tracking time-of-flight (ToF) and time-difference-of-arrival (TDoA) between a UWB tag and fixed anchors, it determines locations —as accurately as +/-10-30cm.
Why UWB is Superior for Indoor Positioning:
GPS
GPS fails indoors and in covered areas.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi can track general zones but is prone to interference and offers only 3–5 m accuracy.
Bluetooth (BLE)
Bluetooth (BLE) is better for small, low-cost deployments but delivers only 1–3 m accuracy and suffers in metal-rich spaces.
UWB
Shines in spaces where every centimeter counts. It helps track a forklift’s distance from a walkway and ensures a maintenance worker is in the right tunnel section.
Where Our UWB Indoor Tracking Delivers the Most Impact?
We deliver UWB tracking solutions worldwide for industries such as:
Factories & Manufacturing Plants
Monitor tools, machinery, and workers in real time.
Warehouses & Logistics Hubs
Cut pallet search times, optimize forklift routes with UWB asset tracking solutions.
Ports & Container Yards
Manage high-value equipment across vast layouts.
Tunnels & Underground Facilities
Achieve visibility even in complete GPS dead zones.
Construction Sites & Steel Plants
Overcome reflections and obstructions with UWB anchors for personnel positioning and safety.
What Makes UWB Tracking Different?
UWB doesn’t just rely on signal strength like BLE or Wi-Fi. It uses time difference of arrival (TDoA) and angle of arrival (AoA) for its calculations. This lets us determine exact positions using trilateration and triangulation. It works even if signals bounce or go through obstacles.
In practical terms:
- BLE may tell you which aisle a pallet is in.
- UWB tells you which exact shelf, and which position on that shelf.
Hardware & Software Ecosystem
Anchors (UWB Anchor)
- Indoor Anchors: IP66, POE powered, integrated antenna.
- Outdoor Anchors: IP68, external antenna, ruggedized for complex environments.
- Range: 100m typical @6.5GHz.
- Power consumption <3W.
UWB Tags (Tracker)
- Work Card, Wristbands, Block Tags, Vehicle Tags, Smart Helmets, Asset Tags.
- Functions: SOS alarms, vibration/light alerts, health monitoring (HR, SpO2, temperature).
- Applications: People, assets, forklifts, vehicles, high-risk workers.
Software (Real Time Locating System - RTLS)
- Real-time trajectory display.
- Geofencing with alarms.
- Heat map generation.
- Camera integration for collision avoidance system.
- Historical playback & organizational management.
Affirmo Tracking Application provides intelligent software with geofencing, alerts, and full integration into ERP/WMS. IPS (Indoor Positioning System UWB Technology) enables precise positioning across industries.
Core Features & Technical Strengths
Accuracy & Reliability
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±10–30 cm accuracy in most deployments.
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Maintains performance in line-of-sight (LOS) and non-line-of-sight (NLOS) situations.
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Resistant to interference from steel, concrete, and machinery.
Mini Case Study:
A steel plant used Affirmo’s UWB tags. They cut location errors by more than 90%. This happened even with heavy crane activity and reflective surfaces.
Hardware & Software Integration
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Anchors: POE-powered, indoor & outdoor IP66/IP68-rated models.
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Tags: Wearable badges, wristbands, block tags for equipment, or vehicle tags.
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Full API/SDK integration with the Affirmo IoT Data Platform.
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OTA firmware upgrades for zero-downtime updates.
Mini Case Study:
A manufacturing site deployed Affirmo UWB with forklift alerts. Near-miss incidents dropped by 75% within 6 months.
Real-Time Performance
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Millisecond latency for live tracking.
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Supports high update rates for collision avoidance systems in forklift-heavy environments.
Security & Compliance
- End-to-end AES encryption.
- Meets international radio compliance and safety certifications.
- Rugged, IP-rated hardware withstands dust, moisture, and temperature extremes.
Scalability & Flexibility (Scenarios vs. Anchor Density)
| Small workshop (<2,000 m²) | 1 anchor per 500 m² | ±15–20 cm |
| Mid-size warehouse (2,000–10,000 m²) | 1 anchor per 700 m² | ±10–15 cm |
| Large port/tunnel (>10,000 m²) | 1 anchor per 1,000 m² | ±20–30 cm |
Benefits for Different Industries
Our clients trust Affirmo because we combine UWB accuracy, real-time data, and IoT integration to help them:
- Improve safety compliance with instant geofence alerts.
- Prevent asset loss and reduce insurance claims.
- Increase productivity with faster UWB tag retrieval.
- Optimize resource allocation using accurate usage data.
- Higher Safety & Security - Prevent instead of React.
- Manpower Efficiency - ARTS ensures automated monitoring, reducing manual workload.
UWB vs BLE vs GPS
| Accuracy | ±10–30 cm | 3–5 m | 5–10 m |
| Works Indoors | Yes | Yes | No |
| Latency | Milliseconds | Seconds | Seconds |
| Interference Resistance | High | Medium | Low |
| Deployment Cost | Medium | Low | High |
| Best For | High-value assets, safety | General asset location | Outdoor navigation |
Real-World Use Cases
Factory Forklift Operations
Reduced injury risk by 88%, saving ~$40,000/year in claims.
Steel Plants
Personnel positioning improved worker safety despite metal reflections.
Workshop Inventory
Cut material tracking from 3 weeks to 10 seconds, with 98% error reduction.
Tunnel Construction
Worker positioning in high humidity zones with safety helmets.
Integration with Affirmo IoT Data Platform
Your UWB tracking data is only as powerful as what you can do with it — and that’s where the Affirmo IoT Data Platform comes in.
Imagine seeing your entire facility — from forklifts to hand tools — mapped in real time on a single dashboard. With Affirmo’s platform, every tag, every anchor, and every movement is captured and displayed in clear, actionable visuals.
Live Map View
Watch assets move in real time, filter by tag type, or focus on critical zones.
Custom Alerts
Get instant notifications for geofence breaches, restricted zone entries, or inactivity beyond preset thresholds.
Easy Integration
Use our API/SDK to connect UWB data to your ERP, WMS, or SCADA systems, so your existing workflows stay intact.
In short: The platform doesn’t just show you data — it turns it into decisions.
Integration with Affirmo IoT Data Platform
We designed the deployment process to be as painless as possible. You can install Affirmo’s UWB system quickly, whether you have one warehouse or several sites. Scaling it up is easy, too.
How it works:
Plan & Design
We assess your layout, determine anchor density, and map coverage zones for maximum efficiency.
Connect to Platform
Tags and anchors are linked to the Affirmo IoT Data Platform for immediate visibility.
Install Anchors
Secure, POE-powered anchors are mounted where needed — indoors or outdoors.
Train Your Team
We provide hands-on training so your staff can manage the system confidently.
Calibrate & Map
Our team calibrates the system for centimeter-level accuracy and sets up virtual geofences.
Maintain & Upgrade
Remote monitoring, OTA firmware updates, and regular checks keep things running smoothly.
Ongoing reliability:
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Long-lasting tag batteries reduce replacement frequency.
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Rugged IP-rated hardware stands up to dust, moisture, and temperature extremes.
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Dedicated support ensures you’re never left guessing.
ROI & Cost Savings (by Industry)
| Factory | $50k | $180k | 4 months |
| Warehouse | $75k | $250k | 3.6 months |
| Port | $150k | $500k | 3.5 months |
| Tunnel | $60k | $200k | 3.6 months |
Affirmo’s UWB real time location system isn’t just a tracker — it’s a precision RTLS solution for factories, logistics hubs, healthcare, and construction. From preventing asset loss to safeguarding workers, it delivers measurable ROI.
Ready for unmatched indoor tracking accuracy? Contact us today for a live demo and see how Affirmo’s UWB Indoor Tracker can transform your operations.
Customers
FAQ's
UWB delivers ±10–30 cm accuracy, versus BLE’s 1–3 m and GPS’s 5–10 m (often failing indoors).
Yes — UWB’s wide bandwidth and short pulses maintain accuracy in metal-rich environments like factories and shipyards.
From several months to over a year, depending on update frequency.
2–4 weeks for medium facilities; larger sites may take longer.
Yes — it can be installed, removed, and redeployed quickly.
Absolutely — APIs and SDKs ensure smooth integration.
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