Grant: Applied Research and Development Grants - Level 1

SAIT Polytechnic will work with M3 Logistics for the first time on a project to develop an ultra-high frequencyradiofrequency identification (UHF-RFID) reader for use in wellsite mixing shacks. M3 Logistics is a Calgarycompany that brings RFID-based secure asset tracking to the oil and gas industry. SAIT's RFID ApplicationDevelopment Lab (RAD Lab) is a state-of-the-art vendor-neutral facility with a core team of experiencedinformation technology professionals. The project goal is to create a prototype of the software and electronicscomponents of a custom ARM-based UHF RFID reader that will be housed inside an explosion-proof case.This unit will scan UHF RFID tags on the bags determine product use via sensing technology and RFID, forprecise inventory control. This precision will benefit Canada and the energy sector by helping to prevent lossesdue to poor inventory control from over- or under-stocking and loss experienced by the industry.