EAS tagging from ESPlus – now detection is just the start

The latest EAS tagging systems from ESPlus offer retailers even greater levels of control.

Designed for use by both multiple retailers and small independent stores, the Swiss-made Agon and Davos EAS tagging systems, available in the UK exclusively from ESPlus, do much more than traditional EAS solutions.

The latest version of the technology gives retail planners the ability to download and analyse foot-fall data, with integration into the user’s IT system for real-time data tracking.

Improved digital signal processing (DSP) technology enables wide aisle detection of up to 2 metres and an aisle usage counter allows statistical analysis of customer volumes – both incoming and outgoing, with this information broken down according to direction.

Data can be analysed minute by minute, with comparison of different periods allowing patterns of shopper movements to be identified.

In addition standalone Davos detection units can also be linked together using the latest version of the Agonet network system. This allows data received from each unit to be combined and analysed centrally.

“A range of information can be transferred in a variety of ways, such as via a LAN/WAN (local/wide area) IP network, or using an intranet, the internet, a phone line or GSM wireless mobile system,” says Dave Abberley , Director of ESPlus. “Engineers can then use Agonet for remote fault diagnostics, as well as analysing alarm activation reports to check on equipment operation without needing to physically visit the site. The PC software can be configured for various user levels and our customers can also use it to analyse shoppers’ frequency data and help maximise footfall information in their stores.”

ESPlus has built up a solid reputation supplying and installing these system directly (as it does for national chains such as Homebase) and it will also work through the customer’s preferred security installer.

“These are good, reliable systems, easy to install and effective,” adds Dave Abberley.

The solid steel pedestals can be used with both disposable and re-usable tags, so are suitable for a wide range of retail security projects.

The benefits of Swiss engineering mean the hardware will stand up to the type of wear and tear levels associated with busy retail environments – ranging from hardware stores to boutiques, electrical outlets and bookshops – and offer a standard of reliability derived from its high quality electronics.

ESPlus offers a 5-year warranty on Davos electronics which can be upgraded to operate as part of the Agonet network, giving additional benefits to the retailer.

A one-piece transparent acrylic panel mounted vertically between the pedestal crossbars provides a chance to attach advertisements and other notices, while the panel also prevents children from climbing on the antenna.

www.esplus.co.uk