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map of idle zones from STM

Train cargo security relies on a secure yard, a fast-moving train, and tamper-proof and tamper-evident seals with long defeat times. However, when trains slow down or halt in what we call idle zones, cargo is highly vulnerable. These zones, often lacking surveillance and with high accessibility for criminals, include rural train stations and the outskirts […]

rendering of human trafficking detection by Redflag's BRX Smart Barrier Lock

In the cargo security and logistics industry, we tend to talk about security from the standpoint of preventing theft and vandalism and increasing a company’s bottom line. Too often, companies decide to absorb the potential losses from theft rather than invest in complete cargo security solutions, failing to consider the big-picture ramifications of tampering. It’s […]

BRX vs LXE Electronic Seals Comparison Rendering

Redflag’s LXE and BRX electronic seals differ in use case and lifespan. The LXE Disposable GPS Seal is a one-time use, high-security, tamper-resistant cable seal built on Cellular IoT with cut and tamper detection. It takes the most critical elements of The BRX Smart Barrier Lock is designed for physical security and continuous monitoring for […]

Rendering of BRX Smart Barrier Lock Electronic Seal

Evolution of the BRX Smart Barrier Lock: The Ultimate Real-World Cargo Security Solution Our electronic seals offer a complete cargo security solution built for real-world applications. Here’s how our BRX Smart Barrier Lock evolved. A secure design. Time is critical in seal tampering as organized criminals rarely take more than a few minutes to tamper […]

redflag electronic seal called LXR

Four Reasons Electronic Seals Fail in Real-World Applications Many in the industry understand that physical seals alone are insufficient, and human error is the biggest reason for continued cargo security failures. However, there’s a reason why no electronic seal on the market has been widely adopted. The truth is that most solutions we’ve seen use […]

Image of Gregory Kleynerman, Founder and CEO of Redflag Cargo Security Systems LLC in front of an intermodal rail car

20+ years ago, I started representing seal manufacturers in Eastern Europe. You can imagine that with so much political chaos after the fall of the USSR, they were dealing with constant issues with theft, smuggling, and contraband. I got involved in a special initiative to prevent smuggling, theft, and contraband by implementing border checks, weigh […]

image of generic bolt seals

Five Drawbacks to Using Bolt Seals and Why Cable Seals Are Better Bolt seals gained popularity as a cheap and strong container seal option, and while their vulnerabilities were exposed 20+ years ago, they continue to be prevalent in the industry. Here are the reasons we believe cable seals are superior from a security perspective. […]

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