Cisper Electronics B.V.
Cisper Electronics B.V. is a Netherlands-based European distributor of RAIN RFID and Auto-ID hardware, aggregating readers, antennas, tags, labels, and IoT connectivity products from 15+ vendors for system integrators, ISVs, OEMs, and end-customers across EMEA and India.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1983
- HeadquartersAlmere, Netherlands
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Cisper Electronics B.V. does
Cisper Electronics B.V. is a privately held Dutch value-added distributor of RAIN RFID (UHF RFID) and automatic data capture hardware, founded in 1983 and headquartered in Almere, Netherlands. The company has been under continuous private ownership since 2008, when it was acquired by Leon de Ridder and Arthur Fioole, and operates with a 13-person team as a B.V. (besloten vennootschap) entity.
Its core product offering spans the full UHF RFID stack — fixed and handheld readers, antennas, inlays and labels, tags, modules, RFID printers, plus adjacent auto-ID categories such as BLE beacons, RTLS hardware, IoT connectivity sensors, and Locator/Positioning equipment. The catalog aggregates 15+ manufacturers including Impinj, Avery Dennison Smartrac, HID Global, Kathrein, CAEN RFID, Keonn, Novanta ThingMagic, Beontag (formerly Confidex), Metratec, SensThys, Times-7, Xerafy, Dipole, Perfect ID, and Asygn. Underlying technology is third-party hardware rather than proprietary IP; Cisper's role is channel aggregation, technical pre-sales support, and logistics.
The business model is hybrid distribution. Cisper sells standard end-user pricing through a public webshop with 24-hour shipping on stock items and real-time inventory visibility, while simultaneously offering personalized partner pricing to system integrators, independent software vendors (ISVs), OEMs, and resellers. Revenue is generated via hardware distribution margins, with technical consultancy bundled in. Customers span healthcare (e.g., Medigas case study), aerospace MRO, logistics, retail, and industrial automation, supplied through both transactional e-commerce and structured partner programs. Geographic coverage has historically been EMEA-focused from Almere, with a recently opened Cisper India office extending reach into South Asia.
Cisper Electronics B.V. firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Cisper Electronics B.V.
- Legal name
- Cisper Electronics B.V.
- Website
- https://cisper.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1983
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Cisper Electronics B.V. is a Netherlands-based European distributor of RAIN RFID and Auto-ID hardware, aggregating readers, antennas, tags, labels, and IoT connectivity products from 15+ vendors for system integrators, ISVs, OEMs, and end-customers across EMEA and India.
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- akta.pro rank
Cisper Electronics B.V. industry classification
Industry- Product category
- RFID Hardware Distribution
- NAICS
- Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429), Communications Equipment Manufacturing (3342)
- SIC
- Electronic Components & Accessories (3670), Communications Equipment, Nec (3669)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Sensors & Modules (IMU, GPS, Camera, RF) Retail (CRACAKAC)
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Where Cisper Electronics B.V. is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Almere
- HQ country
- Netherlands
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices3 records
Markets served
Cisper Electronics B.V. business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- RFID Hardware Distribution: Cisper operates as a distribution company selling RAIN RFID hardware products including readers, antennas, tags, labels, modules, and IoT connectivity hardware. They sell products from multiple vendor brands to system integrators, solutions providers, ISVs, OEMs, and end customers. Revenue is generated through product sales with pricing available for both end-users and partners.
- Partner Pricing Program: Specialized pricing program for system integrators, IoT/software solution providers, OEMs, hardware manufacturers, resellers, VARs, volume buyers and other professional buyers. Provides better pricing for integration, resale, OEM use and larger volumes.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Metratec DwarfG2 v2 UHF Embedded Module - €125.00 per unit |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Metratec DwarfG2-Mini v2 UHF RFID OEM Module - €95.00 per unit |
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Partner Pricing for Professional RFID Projects |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels7 records
Cisper Electronics B.V. product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Cisper Electronics B.V. is a leading European distributor of RAIN RFID (UHF RFID) hardware and automatic data capture products. The company sells RFID readers, antennas, hard tags, labels, reader modules and chips, handheld readers, BLE beacons, RFID printers, IoT routers/switches, smart facility sensors, and RTLS hardware sourced from multiple best-in-class vendors. Customers include system integrators, solutions providers, ISVs, OEMs, resellers and volume buyers, supported via webshop sales, partner pricing programs and expert technical support.
Product overview
Cisper Electronics B.V. is a leading European distributor of RAIN RFID hardware and automatic data capture products, founded in 1983 and headquartered in Almere, Netherlands. The company operates as a broad portfolio distributor offering RAIN RFID hardware across ten product categories: RFID Readers (fixed readers, readers with integrated antennas, desktop readers, and reader modules/chips), RFID Handhelds (mobile readers and accessories), RFID Antennas (far-field, near-field, portals, and accessories), RFID Hard Tags (UHF, HF/NFC, sensor tags), RFID Labels (UHF, HF/NFC, sensor labels), BLE Beacons & Wireless IoT, RFID Label Printers, Smart Facility Sensors (environmental and occupancy sensors), IoT Routers & Switches, and RTLS (Real-Time Location Systems). Cisper distributes products from multiple vendor brands including Impinj, Avery Dennison Smartrac, Beontag (formerly Confidex), HID Global, Keonn, Nedap Harmony, Novanta ThingMagic, Metratec, Perfect ID, Asygn, SensThys, Times-7, Xerafy, Kathrein, and others. The company also offers technical documentation including SDKs and communication protocol manuals, and serves system integrators, solutions providers, ISVs, and OEMs. Fast delivery is emphasized with same-day shipping on stock items.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- RFID Fixed Readers Stationary UHF RFID readers for continuous automated data capture in fixed installations such as portals, conveyor systems, and production lines. Distributed by Cisper to system integrators and end customers.
- UHF Readers with Integrated Antennas RFID readers with built-in antenna solutions for simplified installation and reduced component count in RFID deployments. Distributed by Cisper.
- UHF Desktop Readers Compact desktop-form RFID readers for point-of-sale, office, and workstation applications requiring proximity reading. Distributed by Cisper.
- UHF Reader Modules & Chips OEM RFID reader modules and chips for integration into embedded devices, kiosks, and custom hardware solutions. Distributed by Cisper.
- RFID Handheld Readers Mobile RFID readers including all-in-one handhelds, sled devices, wearable readers, and keyfob form factors for inventory, asset tracking, and field operations. Distributed by Cisper.
- UHF Far Field Antennas Long-range RFID antennas with propagating electromagnetic fields and read ranges up to 15 meters for logistics, supply chain, and industrial automation applications. Distributed by Cisper.
- UHF Near Field Antennas Short-range RFID antennas with non-propagating electromagnetic fields up to 15cm for access control, POS, and library applications. Distributed by Cisper.
- UHF RFID Portal Pre-configured portal systems with multiple antennas for gate, doorway, and conveyor checkpoint installations. Distributed by Cisper.
- UHF Hard Tags Ruggedized RFID tags designed for harsh environments, metal surfaces, and industrial applications including asset tracking, tool management, and returnable transit items. Distributed by Cisper.
- HF/NFC Hard Tags High-frequency and NFC-compatible hard tags for applications requiring short-range reading and higher security. Distributed by Cisper.
- UHF Sensor Tags Passive RFID tags with integrated sensors for temperature, humidity, and other environmental monitoring. Distributed by Cisper.
- UHF Labels Adhesive RFID labels for item-level tagging in retail, logistics, and supply chain applications, suitable for automotive, manufacturing, jewelry, healthcare, and cosmetics. Distributed by Cisper.
- HF/NFC Labels High-frequency and NFC labels for product authentication, access control, and consumer engagement applications. Distributed by Cisper.
- UHF Sensor Labels Thin passive RFID labels with embedded sensors for environmental monitoring and temperature logging. Distributed by Cisper.
- BLE Beacons & Wireless IoT Bluetooth Low Energy beacons and wireless IoT hardware for asset location tracking and environmental sensing. Distributed by Cisper.
- RFID Label Printers Printers capable of encoding and printing flexible UHF RFID labels for on-demand label production. Distributed by Cisper.
- Environmental Sensors Smart facility sensors measuring temperature, sound, CO2, humidity, light, TVOCs, and asset movement for building automation and occupant comfort monitoring. Distributed by Cisper.
- Occupancy Sensors Sensors detecting room and space occupancy for facility management, space utilization, and energy efficiency applications. Distributed by Cisper.
- IoT Routers & Switches Industrial connectivity hardware including routers, gateways, and switches for reliable IoT network connections in retail, Industry 4.0, healthcare, and smart city applications. Distributed by Cisper.
- RTLS (Real-Time Location Systems) Real-time location systems for detecting and tracking the position of people, machines, containers, materials, and other objects within facilities. Distributed by Cisper.
- Metratec DwarfG2 v2 UHF Embedded Module Compact UHF RFID embedded module based on Impinj E310 IC with up to 1.5m reading range, no heat development, and global operating frequency compatibility. Distributed by Cisper.
- Metratec DwarfG2-Mini v2 UHF RFID OEM Module One of the smallest and most cost-effective UHF RFID modules, offering up to 50cm reading range with global frequency compatibility, suitable for vending machines and consumables tracking. Distributed by Cisper.
- Confidex Ironside Classic RFID Tag Passive RFID tag designed for metal assets and industrial environments requiring durable on-metal tagging. Distributed by Cisper.
- SensThys SensArray RFID Reader Compact RFID reader and antenna solution with EPIC technology for automatic tag data correction, used in healthcare drug management and cabinet installations. Distributed by Cisper.
Quantifiable outcome
- Van loading and mass load reading saved 20 minutes per van (Medigas case)
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Companies that use Cisper Electronics B.V.
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments8 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Cisper Electronics B.V. technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Cisper Electronics B.V. partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
18 partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- ImpinjcoreCisper appointed as Impinj Regional Expert Partner for EMEA & India. Direct RFID expertise for IPN resellers, backed by Impinj engineering. Began partnership in 2008 when Cisper started adding UHF RFID products from Impinj to their portfolio. Impinj E910, E710, E510 and E310 RAIN RFID reader chips are distributed by Cisper.
- MetrateccoreMetratec, located in Magdeburg, Germany, specializes in wireless identification and tracking solutions using RFID and RTLS technologies. Products include RFID readers (DeskID UHF), reader modules (DwarfG2 v2, DwarfG2-Mini v2, QRG2), and OEM modules distributed through Cisper.
- CAEN RFIDcoreItalian RFID technology company. Cisper provides documentation and downloads for CAEN RFID products including Communication Protocol manuals, SDK API manuals, and Easy Controller Software guides.
- KathreincoreKathrein Solutions develops UHF RFID antennas and readers including Gen4 readers and EDGE Line antennas. Cisper distributes Kathrein products and provides documentation including Communication Protocol manuals, Configuration manuals, IT Safety manuals, and User guides.
- Avery Dennison SmartraccoreDivision of Avery Dennison offering flexible RAIN RFID and NFC labels. Products include wet inlays, labels, and sensor monitoring solutions. Cisper focuses on wet inlays and paper-surface labels including the famous Dogbone wet inlay.
- HID GlobalcoreMajor global player in RFID and IoT devices including TSL handheld products (1128, 1153, 2166), Omni-ID hardtags and labels, and RAIN RFID/HF RFID/NFC tags. Strengthened through acquisitions of InvoTech, Omni-ID, Vizinex RFID, and ACURA.
- Confidex / BeontagcoreConfidex is now part of Beontag. Former Confidex products continue under Beontag brand including Ironside (on-metal tags), Steelwave, Heatwave, Carrier, Cruiser labels, and Viking BLE beacons. Long-standing partnership in Europe.
- KeonncoreSince 2011, Keonn has worked with RAIN RFID technology to help system integrators worldwide. Products include AdvanReader series, Advantenna antennas, AdvanMux multiplexers, AdvanSplitter, and mounting accessories.
- Novanta / ThingMagiccoreThingMagic, part of JADAK business unit within Novanta, provides high-performance RFID readers and modules. Products include M7e series modules, Izar and Sargas readers, and USBPro desktop reader distributed through Cisper.
- Perfect IDcoreTechnology-driven engineering company specializing in RAIN RFID products with three production facilities in India and sales offices across Americas, Italy, Germany, and Dubai. Backed by Syrma SGS (Tandon Group). Products include Hard Tags, On-metal Labels, General Purpose Labels, and Special Tags.
- Nedap HarmonycoreNedap develops technologies for productivity. Nedap Harmony is a cloud-based SaaS platform that simplifies RAIN RFID access for those without RFID experience, enabling hardware-agnostic application creation.
- AsygncoreSince 2008, ASYGN provides analog circuit design including RFID sensor chips (battery-less UHF RFID sensor applications), RF (SATCOM, broadband), sensor interfaces, and Green AI. One of world's first providers of UHF RFID sensor chips.
- RAIN AlliancecoreCisper is a proud RAIN RFID member. RAIN Alliance is a global alliance promoting UHF RFID technology adoption. Cisper was featured by RAIN Alliance for their perspective on reliable RFID data.
- SensThyscoreSensThys provides innovative engineering services specializing in integration of passive and active IoT sensors into Industry 4.0 and IoT Automation solutions. Products include SensArray reader and antenna for cabinet installations.
- NexesscoreSince 2007, Nexess provides RFID traceability and identification solutions for Aerospace, Defense, Energy, Logistics and Oil & Gas industries. Products include smart RFID drawers, cabinets, gates and mobile solutions along with NexCap IoT suite.
- TSLcoreTSL (Technology Solutions UK Ltd) provides mobile handheld UHF RFID devices acquired by HID Global. Products include 1128 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader, 1153 Bluetooth Wearable UHF RFID Reader, and 2166 Bluetooth Rugged UHF RFID Reader with ePop-Loq.
- ZebracoreZebra provides RFID printers. Products used in customer implementations include Zebra ZT411 on-metal printer for printing and encoding UHF RFID tags.
- Confidex SilverlinecoreConfidex Silverline provides on-metal labels for challenging environments. Products include Silverline Blade II M730 (ETSI) used for metal cylinder tracking applications.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Cisper Electronics B.V. competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Digi-Key Electronics: One of the world's largest electronics component distributors, offering broad RFID and IoT hardware availability. Digi-Key competes directly with Cisper for system integrator and OEM RFID purchases, though at a much larger scale and global footprint.
- Mouser Electronics: Global broadline electronics distributor carrying millions of SKUs including RAIN RFID components. Mouser is comparable to Cisper as a B2B electronic component distributor, though at vastly greater scale, and competes for the same SI/ISV/OEM buyers across Europe.
- Newark / Element14: Global electronics distributor owned by Avnet, selling RFID, sensors, and embedded modules to engineers and OEMs. Newark is a broader incumbent peer competing for the same European industrial/OEM RFID spend as Cisper.
- RS Components (RS Group): Global electronics and industrial product distributor serving maintenance, engineering, and OEM customers across Europe. RS overlaps with Cisper in selling RFID readers, antennas, and tags to system integrators and industrial buyers.
Emerging players
- Convergence Systems Limited (CSL): Hong Kong-based manufacturer and channel provider of RAIN RFID readers and tags. CSL is comparable as a RAIN RFID specialist operating in the same ecosystem, though it sits on the manufacturing side rather than the pure distribution side.
Direct peers
- Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH: European broadline electronic component distributor headquartered in Germany with deep coverage of RFID, wireless, and embedded lines. Rutronik is the closest European-headquartered peer to Cisper in terms of customer profile (industrial, automotive, healthcare SIs) and product breadth.
- AB&R (American Barcode & RFID): US-based specialist distributor and integrator focused on barcode, RFID, and IoT hardware from multiple vendors. AB&R is comparable to Cisper as a multi-vendor RFID specialist serving industrial, healthcare, and logistics integrators.
- TME (Transfer Multisort Elektronik): European-based electronic component distributor serving OEMs and SIs with a broad portfolio including RFID and wireless modules. TME is comparable to Cisper in size band and customer mix, competing for similar European SI/ISV wallets.
- GAO RFID: North American-headquartered specialist RFID hardware distributor offering readers, tags, antennas, and integrated solutions. GAO is a direct specialist competitor to Cisper with overlapping product lines and shared SI/ISV customer profile.
- ATLAS RFID Store: Online RFID-focused distributor carrying readers, antennas, tags, and developer kits from multiple brands. ATLAS targets developers and SIs similarly to Cisper's webshop and is a comparable specialist channel in the RAIN RFID distribution market.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
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Frequently asked questions about Cisper Electronics B.V.
What does Cisper Electronics B.V. do?
Cisper Electronics B.V. is a leading European distributor of RAIN RFID (UHF RFID) hardware and automatic data capture products. The company sells RFID readers, antennas, hard tags, labels, reader modules and chips, handheld readers, BLE beacons, RFID printers, IoT routers/switches, smart facility sensors, and RTLS hardware sourced from multiple best-in-class vendors. Customers include system integrators, solutions providers, ISVs, OEMs, resellers and volume buyers, supported via webshop sales, partner pricing programs and expert technical support.
Is Cisper Electronics B.V. a public or private company?
Cisper Electronics B.V. is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Cisper Electronics B.V. founded?
Cisper Electronics B.V. was founded in 1983. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Cisper Electronics B.V. based?
Cisper Electronics B.V. is headquartered in Almere, Netherlands, in the Europe region.
How does Cisper Electronics B.V. make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. RFID Hardware Distribution is the primary driver. The others are partner Pricing Program.
Who are Cisper Electronics B.V.'s main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Digi-Key Electronics, Mouser Electronics, Newark / Element14 and RS Components (RS Group). Convergence Systems Limited (CSL) is listed as an emerging player. Direct peers are Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH, AB&R (American Barcode & RFID), TME (Transfer Multisort Elektronik), GAO RFID and ATLAS RFID Store.
Does Cisper Electronics B.V. have an API?
No public API is recorded for Cisper Electronics B.V..
What industry is Cisper Electronics B.V. in?
Cisper Electronics B.V.'s product category is RFID Hardware Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRACAKAC, Sensors & Modules (IMU, GPS, Camera, RF) Retail. Its NAICS code is 33429 and its SIC code is 3670.