UniFi for Logistics
Industrial-grade network infrastructure for distribution centers and warehouses — built for harsh environments, supporting WMS, barcode scanners, and IoT sensors.
500K+ sqft
Coverage Capable
IoT
Sensor Ready
Thermal
Fire Prevention Cameras
Real-time
WMS Sync
THE CHALLENGES
Challenges that stop your supply chain
A logistics network failure doesn't just cause inconvenience — it halts operations, creates inventory discrepancies, and costs thousands per hour in downtime.
WiFi Dead Zones in Tall Shelving
Metal racking in warehouses creates RF shadow zones where barcode scanners and handheld devices lose connectivity, forcing manual workarounds that slow picking operations and create inventory errors.
Fire Risk in Storage Areas
Conventional cameras cannot detect heat buildup — the early warning sign of fires in storage areas. Thermal imaging cameras catch fire risks hours before visible smoke, protecting inventory and personnel.
Uncontrolled Dock Access
Loading docks are high-liability areas where theft and unauthorized access concentrate. Physical keys provide no audit trail and cannot be remotely revoked when employees are terminated.
Scanner Connectivity Dropouts
Handheld barcode scanners losing WiFi connection mid-scan forces workers to rescan entire pallets, creating picking errors and workflow delays. Industrial-grade WiFi is essential for continuous scanner connectivity.
THE SOLUTIONS
One platform. Zero operational blind spots.
UNIFI.DO deploys industrial-grade UniFi networks for distribution centers of any size — ruggedized hardware, WMS integration, and 24/7 remote monitoring.
Industrial-Grade Warehouse WiFi
UniFi outdoor and industrial access points with IP67 rating provide coverage through tall metal racking, concrete floors, and radio-frequency-noisy environments. Directional antennas eliminate dead zones in aisles and dock areas.
Thermal Fire Prevention Cameras
UniFi Protect thermal cameras detect heat anomalies in storage aisles, electrical panels, and charging stations — alerting operators to fire risks hours before smoke or flames develop. Integrated with facility management systems.
Dock Access Control
UniFi Access secures loading docks, inventory rooms, and server areas with keyless entry. Dock worker access is scheduled by shift — automatically active only during authorized hours. Every entry logged for security and labor auditing.
WMS Network Integration
UniFi networks are optimized for warehouse management system traffic — guaranteed bandwidth for WMS servers, QoS priority for scanner traffic, and VLAN isolation between WMS, administrative, and visitor networks.
IoT Sensor Connectivity
Temperature sensors, humidity monitors, forklift telemetry, and automated guided vehicle (AGV) systems all require reliable IoT connectivity. UniFi's IoT VLAN supports thousands of devices with guaranteed uptime.
LTE Backup for Operations Continuity
When the ISP fails, LTE failover keeps WMS, cameras, and access control operational. Forklift operators keep working, dock doors keep functioning, and inventory tracking continues without any manual intervention.
THE BUSINESS CASE
Infrastructure that keeps operations flowing.
Zero Downtime Operations
A warehouse that loses WiFi for 1 hour loses an average of $15,000-80,000 in operational efficiency, order errors, and labor costs. UNIFI.DO-designed networks average 99.95% uptime with proactive monitoring that prevents most outages.
Real-time Inventory Accuracy
Continuous scanner connectivity eliminates picking errors caused by connectivity dropouts. Clients report 60-80% reduction in inventory discrepancies within 90 days of deploying a properly designed warehouse WiFi system.
Dock Security That Scales
One UniFi Access system manages 200+ dock door readers across multiple facilities from a single dashboard. New employees are provisioned in seconds. Employee terminations revoke access instantly — no key collection required.
USE CASES
Solutions for every logistics operation
Distribution Centers
High-velocity fulfillment centers need dense WiFi for hundreds of mobile scanners, conveyor control systems, and real-time inventory dashboards. UNIFI.DO designs networks that handle peak-season traffic without degradation.
Cold Chain & Refrigerated Storage
Freezer environments require specially rated access points and cameras that operate at sub-zero temperatures. UniFi hardware rated for -20°C provides continuous coverage in cold storage facilities.
Port & Harbor Operations
Port operations require long-range outdoor WiFi for yard management, vessel tracking, and container scanning across hundreds of acres. UniFi's directional point-to-multipoint links provide coverage across vast outdoor areas.
Multi-Site Warehousing
3PL and multi-site logistics operators manage networks across multiple facilities from UNIFI.DO's centralized management service. Consistent configurations, uniform access control policies, and single-pane monitoring.
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Before UNIFI.DO, our scanner dropouts were averaging 12 incidents per shift. Now we've gone 8 months without a single scanner connectivity issue. The thermal cameras also caught a failing electrical panel before it became a fire — that alone paid for the entire project.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Yes — with proper antenna selection and AP placement. We perform a pre-deployment RF survey using specialized tools to identify shadow zones created by metal racking. In most warehouse configurations, we use a combination of standard omni-directional APs on the ceiling and directional patch antennas at the end of aisles to eliminate dead zones that ceiling-only APs cannot reach.
Thermal cameras detect infrared radiation (heat) rather than visible light. They can identify temperature anomalies — like an overheating electrical panel or a chemical storage area with rising temperatures — hours before visible smoke or flames develop. UniFi Protect thermal cameras create temperature threshold alerts that trigger before a dangerous situation becomes a fire emergency.
UniFi Access has an API that can be integrated with HR management systems for automated provisioning. When a new employee is added to your HR system, their access credential can be automatically created and assigned to appropriate doors. When an employee is terminated, a webhook from your HR system can instantly revoke all access — no IT ticket required.
UniFi WiFi is compatible with all major industrial scanner brands including Zebra, Honeywell, Datalogic, and Bluebird. We configure the UniFi network to prioritize scanner traffic using DSCP marking, ensure fast 802.11r roaming so scanners transition between APs without losing WMS sessions, and test each scanner model during deployment to confirm optimal performance.
UniFi offers outdoor APs rated for operation in temperatures down to -20°C. For extreme cold storage below this threshold, we mount APs outside the freezer with directional antennas penetrating through the insulated walls. Camera systems use heated housings for sub-zero environments. Temperature sensors inside the freezer network on a dedicated IoT VLAN provide continuous monitoring.
Your warehouse deserves carrier-grade connectivity.
Get Your logistics network assessment from UNIFI.DO — we'll identify coverage gaps, IoT integration requirements, and design an industrial-grade network that keeps your operations running.
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