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Priority sign: meaning and rules to know
A priority sign is a road sign coded "AB" that sets the order of passage at an intersection or on a given lane. France uses nine priority signs, the most common being the priority road (AB6), priority to the right (AB1), one-off priority (AB2), give way (AB3a), stop (AB4) and end of priority (AB7). Their installation is governed by the IISR, the decree of 24 November 1967 and the NF EN 12899 standard (retro-reflection). Local authorities and managers of private sites open to traffic are responsible for installing and maintaining them a missing or defective sign can trigger their civil and criminal liability in the event of an accident.
Unknown Shrinkage: How to Reduce It?
Unknown shrinkage (inventory discrepancy) is the difference between theoretical and actual stock in a retail business, representing over 7 billion euros in annual losses in France (1.4% of turnover on average). It stems mainly from shoplifting (39%), internal fraud (28%), administrative errors (21%), and supplier fraud (12%). To reduce these losses, the article recommends combined solutions: anti-theft labels (AM, RF, EM), RFID inventory tags, video surveillance, and staff training. A comprehensive system can reduce shrinkage by 40-60% with an ROI of 6-18 months.
RFID inventory: how to save time and reduce errors
RFID inventory replaces manual counting with fast, contactless reads, scanning hundreds of items in seconds using RFID tags and mobile terminals. You cut inventory errors by up to 90%, save 80–90% of time, and gain real-time visibility over your stock in logistics, retail, and industry. This guide explains how RFID inventory works, its concrete benefits (over 99% accuracy, real-time traceability, cost reduction), and the key steps to deploy it in your business with the right equipment: RFID tags, RFID readers, and RFID software.
How to open a combination safe?
Opening a combination safe requires method, not force. Dial rotation, disc alignment, direction of manipulation: this guide details every step to unlock your safe without stress or mistakes. You'll also discover the common pitfalls that jam the lock and how to avoid them. Forgotten code, lost emergency key, disc lock maintenance or switching to an electronic model: this article covers every scenario to support you in your daily use. Browse our selection of digital safes on SBE Direct.
How Does a Thermal Printer Work: Printing Process Explained
Thermal printing is a technology that uses heat to produce an image on a medium; no ink or cartridges are required. There are two main types: direct thermal, which is fast and cost-effective for short-lived applications, and thermal transfer, which offers greater durability for demanding environments. Choosing the right printer depends on the desired print lifespan, print volume, and operating conditions. Explore our complete guide to compare both technologies and find the model that fits your needs.
UHF RFID Explained: Frequency, Technology & Industrial Applications
UHF RFID technology (860–960 MHz) enables the simultaneous reading of hundreds of tags at distances of up to 15 meters, with no line-of-sight requirement, where barcodes still demand manual, one-at-a-time scanning. It has established itself as the global standard for automated traceability across industries as diverse as logistics, retail, healthcare, and industrial asset management. Its key advantages include data accuracy exceeding 99%, an 80–90% reduction in cycle count time, and an ROI typically achieved within 12 to 18 months. Its only notable limitations involve sensitivity to metal surfaces and liquids, which require the use of On-Metal tags (also referred to as metal-mount RFID tags) in demanding industrial environments.
Zebra TC22 or TC22R: which RFID terminal should you choose?
Looking for a portable Zebra RFID terminal for your business? The difference between the TC22 and TC22R comes down to real-world use: inventory frequency, volume of assets to track, and performance goals. This guide helps you choose which Zebra Android terminal best fits your actual needs.
How to choose the right label size for your needs?
Choosing the right label size is essential to ensure clear printing, good product presentation, and compliance with logistics or regulatory requirements. Whether you're in retail, logistics, food, or another sector, here are the key steps and criteria to help you make the right choice.
Don't let smartphones threaten the confidentiality of your events.
With the rapid flow of information and the ubiquity of mobile devices, companies face a growing risk of data breaches. According to TechJury reports, around 34% of French companies have been affected by internal security incidents. In meetings, shared workspaces, or during important events, smartphones, which are now indispensable, can cause problems. Whether intentional or not, a simple smartphone camera can compromise sensitive information, prototypes, or even a company’s strategy.
SBE Direct’s Secure Paper X21 Featured in a BBC Story.
BBC spotlight: our Secure Paper X21 in action Featured in a BBC report, the security paper X21 by SBE Direct proves its effectiveness: visible and invisible protections, quick checks with the naked eye followed by UV light, and traceability via numbering/QR. Perfect for diplomas, certificates, and high-value administrative documents. Key benefits: anti-counterfeiting, UV control 365/395 nm, compatible with laser / inkjet printing.
SafeTech™: 30 Years of Expertise in Professional Security Solutions
For over 30 years, the SafeTech™ brand has been designing professional security solutions for businesses, public institutions, and local authorities. Created from the expertise of SBE Direct, it addresses concrete needs in asset protection, traceability, and risk prevention.
How SBE solutions could have prevented data theft at the Paris 2024 Olympics
Recent incidents of data theft at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games have highlighted the crucial importance of sensitive information security. These events have raised questions about the adequate protection of data in such a critical context. Thus, we are bringing solutions to prevent such incidents. Présentation des solutions : Mallette ordinateur de transport sécurisé Antivol pc bureau acier eco: le câble acier 4,5 mm acier aéronautique Cadenas clé passe haute-sécurité PROFI Bloqueur USB – Type A-Type C Antivol PC bureau : Plaque d’ancrage sécurisée Antivol pc bureau haute-sécurité: le kit complet
Find out how Coperni protected its bag with a secure carrying case
Recent data theft incidents at the Paris 2024 Olympics have highlighted the crucial importance of sensitive information security. These events have raised questions about the adequate protection of data in such a critical context. Therefore, we provide solutions to prevent such incidents. Presentation of solutions: Secure computer transport case Steel desktop PC anti-theft: 4.5mm aerospace-grade steel cable High-security key pass padlock PROFI USB blocker – Type A-Type C Desktop PC anti-theft: Secure anchoring plate High-security desktop PC anti-theft: Complete kit
Tips for using mobile charging carts effectively in the classroom
The introduction of mobile charging carts into educational institutions has radically transformed teaching and learning methods in classrooms. Equipped with laptops and tablets, these carts provide teachers and students with easy access to cutting-edge technological tools, thereby enriching the educational experience.
All about European standards for safety gloves
Did you know that European standards for safety gloves are crucial for ensuring the safety and protection of your colleagues and employees? If you are a professional in the building or artisan sector concerned about the safety of your employees, don’t miss out on this article.
EN 420 and EN ISO 21420: what changed, and how long your gloves stay compliant
Safety gloves are an essential personal protective equipment to protect workers’ hands from mechanical and chemical hazards. European standards for safety gloves, such as EN 420, define the general requirements for the design and sizes of protective gloves. In this article, we will take a closer look at the EN 420 standard, its objectives, requirements, and its importance for the safety of your employees.
What is the best professional barcode reader?
Barcode readers are efficient tools for the identification of products stored in the professional environment. Barcode readers can read one-dimensional barcodes (128, UPC-A, EAN13..) but also two-dimensional ones (QR Code). There is no ideal reader but a reader adapted to a need. In order to find the reader model that suits you, it is essential to determine its use and its features.
Which secure cash bag to choose ?
The cash desk bags are similar to bags that can be used to carry either cash or tickets. Our till bags are designed to centralise various till documents (coins, cheques, vouchers, blue card receipts, etc.). However, there are several types of checkout pockets and their uses vary according to the shape, size and security of the pocket. Discover in this article, the specificities and characteristics of our checkout bags.
SBE participates in the authentication of a new video game from a French studio!
Do you know the connection between hologram stickers and vintage video games? And yet there is a link at SBE Direct! The French studio NEOFID has trusted us to authenticate their new game with a vintage look: Demons of Asteborg.
All about the textile heat press
The textile heat press applies a design or a label onto fabric through heat and pressure, in just a few seconds. Flocking, flex, flock, press types, temperature settings, selection criteria and professional uses: this guide helps you choose the machine suited to your volume, from occasional marking to series production, right through to heat-sealing RFID textile labels for traceability.
Plastic seals: what are they for and how do they work?
The plastic seal with progressive tightening is used in many fields, such as logistics, transport, emergency exits, fire extinguishers, medicine cabinets... their operation may seem imprecise and confusing, we will understand in which context it is preferable to use this type of seal and also understand their opening/closing system.
NEW: UV printing on our synthetic labels
Ultraviolet technology is becoming more and more widespread. Our new security papers all contain UV ink that is invisible to the naked eye. And for good reason, it’s an elegant security that’s difficult to replicate. But papers are not the only products that can have this security. Since the end of October 2021, SBE Direct also offers the option of invisible UV ink printing on some of our synthetic labels.
How many fake documents circulate in (and outside) your company?
The South Korean film "Parasites" won the 2019 Palme d’Or directed by Bong Joon-ho. Did you see the South Korean film « Parasite », Golden palm at the last Cannes film festival? Yes? Then you have certainly noticed that the whole intrigue and the disastrous effects which result from it begin on a simple false document, where the decision-maker Mrs. Park who has no real means of verifying its authenticity.
The 9 adhesive seals that our key account customers are tearing off
9 adhesive security seals that will never let you fall due to their strength and high level of security. They will protect your documents WITHOUT FAIL. The evidence: test their effectiveness by receiving a free sample by simply clicking on the product sheet.