Smart localization in the hospital: reliable, scalable and heat-resistant

Lost medical devices are a daily problem in hospitals. In collaboration with Elincom Electronics, Vanderkooij Telecommunicatie developed an Indoor Track & Trace solution based on Wirepas Mesh technology that makes equipment, devices, and beds continuously traceable. Unlike Wi-Fi or standard Bluetooth solutions, Wirepas offers a self-healing, secure, and scalable network, ideal for complex hospital environments with multiple floors, shielded rooms, and sensitive medical equipment, such as those at UMC Utrecht. Use in sterile or hot environments also needs to be considered: a sensor with heat-resistant electronics and a battery that can withstand cleaning cycles up to +120°C.

This technical solution delivers greater efficiency, shorter search times and better inventory management – with direct benefits for healthcare professionals and patients.

During the lecture, we will share our technical insights and practical experiences from the UMC Utrecht project – a realistic look at the future of smart medical logistics.

Speaker: Steven Herkendaal, project manager, Vanderkooij Telecommunications BV (on behalf of Elincom Electronics BV)