Security Solutions

EAS & RFID Systems — Antitheft Devices for Retail in Riyadh

An EAS system is one of the most effective antitheft devices for reducing shoplifting and inventory shrinkage in a physical store. CDIT supplies and installs complete EAS security systems across Riyadh and the Kingdom — from AM and RF EAS antenna systems at the entrance to the security tags, labels, and detachers that protect every item on the floor — alongside RFID solutions for retailers who want item-level inventory visibility on top of theft prevention.

Complete Antitheft Coverage

Everything You Need to Protect the Floor

From the gates at the entrance to the tag on every item, CDIT supplies and supports the full antitheft system, not just individual pieces of hardware.

Regulatory Compliance

Licensed providers operate under rules set by the Ministry of Interior, keeping your installation aligned with Saudi security regulations rather than exposed to them.

Security Tags

AM/RF hard tags, pencil tags, and specialty tags for every merchandise type

Labels & Pins

AM/RF soft labels, tag pins, lanyards, and fastenings

Detachers

Magnetic and mechanical tag removers and label deactivators

RFID Tags & Readers

Item-level tags and UHF readers for inventory-grade visibility

EAS Antenna Systems

EAS Antenna Systems - Security Gates Matched to Your Store

The detection gates at the entrance are the visible core of any EAS setup, and the part shoppers and would-be thieves notice first. CDIT supplies the full range of EAS antenna systems, matching detection performance to entrance width, store layout, and interior design — every antenna works with industry-standard tags, labels, and deactivators.


Pedestal / Free-Standing Antennas - The classic upright gates at the store entrance. Strong visual deterrence, reliable detection, and easy servicing, suited to fashion, electronics, pharmacy, and supermarket formats. Available in acrylic, ABS, and metal finishes in both AM and RF technologies.


Concealed / In-Floor Antennas - Detection hidden beneath the floor or within the doorway, leaving the entrance completely clear. The preferred choice for luxury boutiques, jewelry, and high-end fashion where an open, uncluttered entrance matters.


Overhead Antennas - Mounted above the entrance rather than on the floor, keeping the doorway and floor space free. Suited to busy entrances and wide doorways, and removes the risk of pedestals being knocked or moved.


EAS Technology

Choosing the Right EAS Security System—AM vs. RF

EAS systems run on one of two core technologies, and the right choice depends on the store's merchandise, layout, and environment.


RF (Radio Frequency) Systems - The most widely adopted EAS technology worldwide, typically operating between 2 MHz and 10 MHz, with 8.2 MHz the most common frequency. RF systems have the lowest power consumption and label cost of the major EAS technologies, with thin soft labels and hard tags resistant to magnet tampering—a cost-effective fit for fashion and general merchandise.


AM (Acousto-Magnetic) Systems - Operating between 58kHz and 66kHz, AM systems offer high detection accuracy with fewer false alarms and tend to perform well in humid conditions, making them well suited to wide exits and supermarket-format stores. AM consumes more power than RF but is more adaptable around metal merchandise.


Merchandise Protection

Security Tags, Labels & Detachers for Every Item Type


AM/RF Tags - Reusable hard tags for clothing, bags, and footwear, fastened with a pin and removed at the till with a detacher—the front-line visual deterrent that triggers the gate alarm if an item leaves unpaid. Includes pencil tags, shell tags, and specialty options.


AM Labels - Single-use acousto-magnetic soft labels for boxed goods, cosmetics, and packaging, deactivated at checkout so they pass the gate silently—a discreet, low-cost way to protect items that can't take a hard tag.


RF Labels - Thin 8.2MHz radio-frequency soft labels, including barcode-printed versions, suited to boxed goods, books, electronics, and cosmetics, switched off by a deactivator pad at the point of sale.


Pins - Security tag pins and nails fasten hard tags to merchandise, available in standard and specialty lengths, plus lanyards and cables for bottles, bags, and irregular items a straight pin can't secure.


Detachers - Magnetic and mechanical detachers release hard tags at the counter, from standard strength up to high-security options, paired with deactivator pads for soft labels to keep checkout fast and alarm-free.

RFID

RFID—Beyond Theft Detection to Full Inventory Visibility

RFID goes beyond what EAS alone can do. Where AM and RF systems primarily detect whether a tagged item is leaving the store, RFID uses unique electronic tags that identify each individual product—every tag carries a chip and antenna storing a unique ID, letting a reader capture hundreds of items in seconds without line-of-sight scanning. RFID typically operates in the Ultra High Frequency (UHF) band, roughly 860–960 MHz, enabling longer read ranges and simultaneous multi-tag scanning — a single pass of a reader can capture an entire rack of garments or a full basket of goods.


RFID Labels & Stickers - Thin adhesive chip stickers for cartons, books, and general merchandise


Retail RFID Tags - Hand tags, pencil tags, and hard tags for real-time stock visibility on the shop floor


Fabric & Garment Tags - Soft woven tags sewn in for seamless apparel tracking


Dual EAS/RFID Tags - Track inventory and trigger antitheft gates from a single tag


Asset Tags - RFID tags on fixtures, displays, rolling racks, and in-store equipment for fast location and audit across the shop floor, stockroom, and between branches

Common Questions

EAS & RFID FAQ

EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance) is a retail antitheft system that uses antennas at the store exit and tags or labels on merchandise. If a tagged item passes the antenna without being deactivated or detached at the till, the gate triggers an alarm.

AM (acousto-magnetic, 58–66 kHz) offers high detection accuracy with fewer false alarms and performs well in humid conditions, suiting wide exits and supermarkets. RF (radio frequency, around 8.2 MHz) is more cost-effective and widely used for fashion and general merchandise. CDIT recommends the right fit based on your store.

It depends on entrance width, merchandise, and aesthetics. Pedestals give strong visual deterrence, concealed floor systems keep entrances open for premium stores, and overhead systems save floor space. CDIT assesses the layout and advises accordingly.

Yes—CDIT supplies the full range: hard tags, pencil and specialty tags, soft/RF labels, pins, detachers, and deactivators for every merchandise type.

EAS is a binary system—it detects whether a tagged item passes an entrance undeactivated. RFID identifies and tracks items individually and continuously, supporting real-time inventory counts and stock accuracy, not just a theft alert at the door.

Yes—dual EAS/RFID tags provide both theft protection and real-time inventory visibility from a single tag, rather than running two separate tagging systems.

Yes—CDIT installs, supplies, and supports EAS and RFID systems for retailers across Riyadh and the Kingdom.

Ready to Cut Shrinkage and See Your Stock in Real Time?

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