What is Long Range Cellular?

Long Range Cellular is a wireless communication technology designed to connect IoT and M2M devices over extensive geographic regions using existing cellular infrastructure. Unlike short-range systems, it leverages cellular networks to support wide-area coverage, enabling secure and scalable communication even in remote or hard-to-reach areas. Long Range Cellular works in tandem with RFID systems to deliver detailed item-level data capture, while BLE ensures efficient short-range communication and proximity sensing. Together, these technologies create hybrid IoT and M2M solutions that allow businesses to track assets, manage fleets, monitor environmental conditions, and enhance supply chain visibility with real-time updates.

At GAO RFID Inc., headquartered in New York City and Toronto, Canada, we bring expertise in designing, deploying, and supporting Long Range Cellular-based solutions. Ranked among the top 10 leading suppliers of RFID and BLE worldwide, GAO RFID has invested significantly in R&D to ensure our offerings are innovative and reliable. Our stringent quality assurance processes and strong technical support—whether delivered onsite or remotely—ensure that our clients benefit from robust, future-ready systems. With customers across the U.S. and Canada, including Fortune 500 enterprises, universities, government agencies, and R&D organizations, we are trusted to deliver end-to-end solutions that meet demanding IoT and M2M requirements.

International Standards for Long Range Cellular

Long Range Cellular technologies must comply with internationally recognized standards to ensure interoperability, security, and reliability across IoT and M2M networks. Key standards include:

• 3GPP Standards for Cellular IoT (LTE-M and NB-IoT)
• GSMA IoT Device Connectivity Standards
• ETSI Standards for Machine-to-Machine Communications
• ISO/IEC Standards for IoT and RFID Integration
• IEEE Standards for Wireless Communication and Networking

U.S. and Canadian Regulations for Long Range Cellular

To operate reliably and legally, Long Range Cellular IoT and M2M solutions must comply with telecommunications and spectrum regulations in North America.

• Federal Communications Commission (FCC), U.S. – Governs spectrum allocation and wireless device approvals.
• Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED), Canada – Regulates spectrum management and certification for wireless equipment.
• Industry-Specific Compliance (U.S. and Canada) – Includes data security, privacy, and safety requirements depending on sectors such as healthcare, transportation, and manufacturing.

Applications of Long Range Cellular

Long Range Cellular enables a wide range of IoT and M2M applications:

• Smart Logistics & Fleet Management – Real-time vehicle tracking, route optimization, and predictive maintenance.
• Utility & Energy Monitoring – Grid monitoring, smart metering, and remote diagnostics for infrastructure.
• Healthcare & Research – Connected medical devices, asset tracking, and mobile patient monitoring.
• Industrial IoT – Equipment diagnostics, worker safety monitoring, and production optimization.
• Public Safety & Government Services – Emergency communication networks, disaster recovery systems, and secure infrastructure monitoring.
• Agriculture & Environmental Monitoring – Precision farming, livestock tracking, and remote sensor data collection.

At GAO RFID Inc., we specialize in integrating Long Range Cellular with RFID and BLE to deliver hybrid solutions tailored for these applications. By leveraging our R&D investments and stringent quality assurance processes, we help organizations deploy systems that improve operational visibility, enhance safety, and reduce costs.

GAO Case Studies

U.S. Case Studies

• New York City, New York, U.S. – GAO RFID deployed a Long Range Cellular and RFID hybrid system to streamline inventory and asset tracking across multiple facilities for a major institution.
• Dallas, Texas, U.S. – Implemented BLE and Cellular IoT for fleet management, enhancing route efficiency and real-time monitoring for a logistics enterprise.
• Chicago, Illinois, U.S. – Designed and delivered a cellular IoT solution integrated with RFID for manufacturing operations to track production assets and improve workflow visibility.
• San Jose, California, U.S. – Installed a secure, long-range IoT infrastructure for a technology research firm to manage distributed IoT sensors and RFID-enabled equipment.
• Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. – Delivered a Long-Range Cellular solution with BLE for a healthcare provider to support connected devices and improve patient monitoring workflows.
• Seattle, Washington, U.S. – Developed an IoT-enabled asset tracking platform for a government agency using RFID and cellular data communication for real-time oversight.
• Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. – Built a Long Range Cellular-enabled monitoring system for a university to manage research equipment, RFID-tagged assets, and field data collection.
• Detroit, Michigan, U.S. – Assisted an automotive company with cellular IoT integration for fleet diagnostics, RFID tracking, and predictive maintenance applications.

Canada Case Study

• Toronto, Ontario, Canada – GAO RFID implemented a Long Range Cellular-based asset tracking solution with BLE integration for a large R&D organization, improving traceability and equipment utilization.