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Your partner for smarter textile
and laundry operations

What is Leanwave?

We don't sell products off the shelf. We look at how your operation actually runs, then build the solution around it: RFID, smart integration, or simply a better process.

  • More than 15 years of experience developing intelligent solutions for the textile and laundry industry.

    15+

  • Over 200 locations in more than 22 countries rely on Leanwave to keep their textile operations transparent.

    200+

  • Round-the-clock operational support that keeps your processes running, with real people there whenever you need them

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RFID interactions enabled every week

Our Tags

We provide you with Laundry-Proof Tags

Our tags are built specifically to withstand the chemicals, heat and harsh conditions of the laundry environment.

An RFID tag: the antenna coil and chip that identify a single textile
  • Laundry-Proof

    Engineered to survive industrial washing, heat, chemicals and harsh laundry environments, cycle after cycle, without losing read performance.

  • Long-Range Reads

    Long read range and strong proximity performance, so hundreds of densely packed textiles are identified instantly, no line of sight needed.

  • Consistent at Scale

    Predictable performance across every tag and every batch, built as a foundation for whatever you do with RFID next.

Our Solutions

We begin with your process

If RFID is the answer, we build with RFID. If it isn't, we find what is.

  • Consulting & Solution Design

    Understand before we recommend. We find the bottlenecks and design a clear path from problem to solution. No predefined package, no unnecessary tech.

  • Hardware & Smart Integration

    RFID is our core expertise, not our limit. We engineer and integrate the hardware your process needs, built for daily operation, and add smart tech only where it truly helps.

  • Software & Real-Time Visibility

    Technology only matters if it gives you clarity. See inventory and movements live, automate the repetitive, and spot issues before they cost you.

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Why Leanwave

Why leading companies trust Leanwave long-term

Good consulting starts with the confidence to tell you what you don't need. We build around where change creates the most value: sometimes new tech, sometimes improving what you have, sometimes something simpler.

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Process over Product. We recommend the solution that creates the most value, not the one that sells the most hardware.

Process before hardware. We map how the operation runs today before proposing anything that has to be bought.

One partner, not three. Consulting, integration and the software behind it come from the same team.

Built to be handed over. The people who run the process day to day are trained on it, not left with a manual.

Support that answers. Round-the-clock cover with people who already know the installation.

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Our Dashboard

The Leanwave dashboard: a sidebar of KPI reports beside six cards — total items in the hub, in the plant and the average per distribution centre, then the number of customers with a delay and the average delay per centre and per customer

Track individual textiles. Monitor each textile in real time – including owner, location, and current status.

Complete lifecycle. Access the full history of every textile – from the last wash and wash cycles to all movements.

Data becomes visible. All RFID data is consolidated into a clear platform and visualized in easy-to-understand dashboards.

Processes at a glance. Monitor inventory, workflows, delays, and losses in real time—centrally and across all locations.

Better decisions. Use meaningful metrics to optimize processes, reduce losses, and deploy resources more efficiently.

One platform for everything. from tracking textile items to a full overview of operations, all info is in one centralized system.

Blog

Insights, trends and
expert knowledge

Discover practical articles on RFID, textile tracking, process optimisation, and automation – with valuable insights for more efficient and transparent laundry processes.

  • A stack of folded white flat linen carrying a Leanwave label, on a stainless steel table in front of washer-extractors and blue laundry trolleys

    Introduction of Leanwave

    Leanwave delivers tailored RFID tags, hardware, and integrated software designed to optimize complex operations in commercial textiles, healthcare, and hospitality.

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    RFID Tags by Leanwave

    RFID stands for Radio Frequency Identification. In simple terms, RFID allows an object to be identified wirelessly using radio waves.

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    How RFID is revolutionising textile tracking in laundries

    Discover how real-time transparency reduces losses, streamlines workflows, and improves inventory accuracy.

FAQ’s

Frequently
asked questions

Have questions? Here you will find answers about our solutions, the implementation process, and how we support companies in digitising their textile and laundry processes.

What technologies does Leanwave work with?

Although RFID is our specialty, we offer a full range of product identification hardware and software. If you're looking for a custom solution that aligns with your business needs, get in touch with us here.

Can Leanwave integrate with our existing systems?

Yes. The process begins with understanding your needs and what you’ve already had in your systems. After that we will consult and discover a solution that works revolving around your existing environment.

Do you provide both hardware and software?

Absolutely. Alongside our RFID expertise, Leanwave specializes in hardware and software solutions tailored for product identification. We’ll analyze your current setup and provide the compatible tech stack you need to keep your operations running smoothly.

What is the difference between RFID, NFC, QR codes and other identification technologies?
PropertyRFIDNFCQRBarcodes
TechnologyRadio wavesSpecialized radio waves2D Matrix scan1D Linear scan
Data capacityMedium (up to a few KB)Medium (Up to a few KB)High (~4000 Chars)Very low (20-80 chars)
Read range100+ MetersLess than 10 metersSeveral metersInches to a few feet
Line of sightNot requiredNot requiredRequiredRequired
Data FlowRead/WriteTwo-way communicationRead-onlyRead-only
CostMedium (Tags & ReadersMedium (Chips in smart devices)Free to print/generateLowest (to print)
Can RFID work without line of sight?

RFID Tags does not necessarily require direct line of sight, and multiple tagged items can be identified automatically and simultaneously, depending on the application and environment.

Can RFID tags withstand industrial washing, heat or harsh environments?

Yes, when you use the correct transponder. With Leanwave’s deep background in textile management, we know that commercial laundries and workwear processing require maximum durability. We select and supply heat-sealed, stitched RFID tags tailored to resist mechanical pressure, high heat, and harsh laundry chemicals so your track-and-trace stays accurate for the entire lifecycle of the garment.

Do you offer pilot projects or proof-of-concept testing?

Yes, we do. If the circumstance requires or per your request, we will gladly conduct a pilot project or proof-of-concept test in order to ensure the main project will operate smoothly/

Can you test the solution in our actual operating environment?

For most of our projects we proactively suggest a pre-visit to the site in order for our specialists to assess the conditions of your company and determine which technology fits best. After that a test of the solution in actual operating environment is highly suggested to ensure that the installations afterwards will be smoothly conducted.

What information do you need from us to get started?

Our solutions are specifically tailored to each use case of our customers. Simply contact us and tell us about your company, your existing system, your resources and most importantly your pains so we can get started in easing it.

Can Leanwave support international rollouts?

Yes, we support international rollouts, we’re monitoring up to 300 locations at 22 different countries.

Do you provide ongoing support and optimization?

Yes, our support is 24/7 available, contact us. Leanwave provides continuous, long-term support and optimization well past your initial launch. We actively monitor your systems, handle technical maintenance, and resolve issues to keep operations running smoothly. As your business grows, we update features and integrate new tools so your technology keeps pace with your goals.

What if RFID isn't the right solution for our use case?

While RFID is our strong aspect but that is not all that we offer. We also offer hardware, software or other identity management methods such as: Camera tracking, AI tools… And if none of these fits you. Just contact us! We will work out the best way to deliver you improved efficiency, productivity and most importantly, peace of mind.

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