Century Launches METALKEEPER RF + Metal Detection System to Combat Organized Retail Crime

Hangzhou, China – (Mar 24, 2026) – Century, a leading global supplier of innovative EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance), RFID (Radio Frequency Identification), and IoT products, systems, and solutions, today announced the launch of its newest RF + Metal Detection System, METALKEEPER (CA38), delivering powerful dual-layer protection against retail theft.

Century’s METALKEEPER (CA38) integrates RF surveillance with advanced metal detection technology to deliver enhanced protection for modern retail environments. Designed to address the growing challenges of organized retail crime (ORC), the system helps retailers detect metal-lined bags commonly used in shoplifting.

Featuring a sleek acrylic design, the CA38 not only strengthens store security but also blends seamlessly into modern retail spaces without compromising store aesthetics.

To simplify store deployment and system management, the CA38 supports flexible configuration through local software, a mobile app, and the Century Cloud System (V-Station), enabling efficient setup and operation.

Key Highlights

• Wide Aisle Coverage

  Supports aisle protection up to 1.7 m, based on minimum A4-size metal foil detection.

• Dual RF + Metal Detection Technology

  Combines RF surveillance with advanced metal detection to provide dual-layer protection against retail theft

• Flexible and Scalable Deployment

  Cascade installation supports up to 8 antennas, allowing flexible deployment across different store layouts

• Smart System Management

Remote tuning and configuration via local software, mobile app, and the Century Cloud System (V-Station)

For more information about METALKEEPER CA38, please contact our Regional Sales Managers or email info@century-cn.com

About Century

Hangzhou Century Co., Ltd was established in November 2003 and listed on Shenzhen (China) Stock Exchange in April 2010 (Stock Short Name: “思创智联”, Stock Code: 300078.SZ). Century serves as a well-known brand in the Retail Industry, which is the earliest listed company in the Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) Industry in China. Century also specializes in Radio Frequency Identification System (RFID) standardization, as well as the development and services of customized hardware products and industry application solutions. Learn more at www.century-cn.com.