FCC ID: 2APK7-922194627V10 Reader

FAST Bin User Manual Trademark Information............................................................................................................................... 2 Contents Support Information ................................................................................................................................... 2 System Description ..................................................................................................................................... 3 System Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 4 Infrared (IR) Bins ..................................................................................................................................... 4 Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Bins ............................................................................................. 5 Reader..................................................................................................................................................... 6 Controller ................................................................................................................................................ 6 Repeater ................................................................................................................................................. 7 Indicator Lights ........................................................................................................................................... 7 Controller ................................................................................................................................................ 7 Repeater ................................................................................................................................................. 7 Reader..................................................................................................................................................... 8 Device Labels [Controller and Reader] ........................................................................................................ 8 Controller Label ...................................................................................................................................... 8 Reader Label ........................................................................................................................................... 9 Installation Instructions ............................................................................................................................ 10 IR Bins ................................................................................................................................................... 10 RFID Enclosure ...................................................................................................................................... 10 Repeater ............................................................................................................................................... 10 Controller .............................................................................................................................................. 11 Technical Specifications [Controller and Reader] ..................................................................................... 11 Controller .............................................................................................................................................. 11 Reader................................................................................................................................................... 12 Device Labels [Repeater] .......................................................................................................................... 12 Repeater Label ...................................................................................................................................... 12 Technical Specifications [Repeater] .......................................................................................................... 13 Repeater ............................................................................................................................................... 13 Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 1 of 19 Device Labels [IR Bins] .............................................................................................................................. 14 IR Bin Labels .......................................................................................................................................... 14 Technical Specifications [IR Bins] .............................................................................................................. 14 IR 220 Bin .............................................................................................................................................. 14 IR 230 Bin .............................................................................................................................................. 15 Compliance Information ........................................................................................................................... 16 FCC Compliance Statement ................................................................................................................... 16 FCC Statement ...................................................................................................................................... 16 Canadian (IC) Statement of Compliance ............................................................................................... 17 ISED Compliance Statement.................................................................................................................. 17 Appendix A: Physical Placement Guidelines ............................................................................................. 18 Controller Placement ............................................................................................................................ 18 Repeater and RFID Enclosure/Reader Physical Placement ................................................................... 18 Trademark Information Fastenal is a registered trademark of Fastenal Company. FAST Bin is a service mark of Fastenal Company. All other trade names mentioned in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Support Information These units are manufactured, owned, installed, maintained, and operated by:

Fastenal Company 2001 Theurer Blvd Winona, Minnesota 55987 USA Support (toll free): +1 866-829-1564 CAUTION: Qualified Fastenal support staff are required to install and maintain the FAST Bin system. Unauthorized installation, changes, or maintenance by non-Fastenal personnel can result in the system not working as intended and could void the users authority to operate the equipment. Please contact Fastenal at the toll-free number listed above if you need assistance or have questions regarding the FAST Bin system. Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 2 of 19 System Description This document describes the Fastenal FAST Bin system, which enables remote monitoring of inventory by means of sensing and communication technologies to report the state of the inventory to a central Fastenal server. The FAST Bin system consists of the five devices that are used to create two different types of installations: Infrared (IR) Bins and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Bins. The devices include IR Bins, RFID Bins, Controllers, Readers, and Repeaters. The IR system uses IR Bins, Controller(s) and Repeater(s) to communicate information, while the RFID system uses RFID Bins, Controller(s), and a Reader. Each device uses one or more communication technologies to transfer the information, as shown below:

The communication technologies are as follows:

FAST Bin Communication Ethernet: A standard technology used to connect digital devices on a network using a wired connection Long Range Radio (LoRa): A protocol that provides low power, wide area communication between remote sensors & gateways connected to a network Cellular: A network technology that enables mobile device communication via cells and transceivers Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE): A power-conserving variant of Bluetooth technology, which provides short-range wireless interconnection of digital devices Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 3 of 19 System Operation The FAST Bin system automates the current manual method of checking inventory that is stored in Fastenal standard Bin systems as shown below :

Standard Fastenal Bin Systems The following subsections describe how each of the FAST Bin devices work. Infrared (IR) Bins The IR Bins consist of a standard Bin plus two printed circuit boards (PCBs) that sit opposite each other inside the Bin; the PCBs are protected by a plastic insert as shown below:

Infrared (IR) Bin There is an array of LED IR emitters on one PCB and corresponding IR sensors on the opposite PCB. Obstruction of an IR beam equates to the presence of inventory at that point inside the bin. The obstructed or unobstructed state, as detected by the sensors, is transmitted to the Controller by means of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and the data for each Bin is then transmitted to the Fastenal Server via the Internet. Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 4 of 19 Multiple IR Bins communicate via BLE directly with a single Controller. If distance or obstructions are an issue, a Repeater can be used. In this case, the IR Bins communicate via BLE with the Repeater, which in turn communicates via Long Range Radio (LoRa) with the Controller. CAUTION: Use only the battery provided. There may be a risk of explosion if a wrong type of battery is used for the unit. The battery cannot be subjected to high or low extreme temperature and low air pressure at high altitude during use, storage or transportation. Disposal of battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting or the battery can result in an explosion. Leaving the battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid of gas. Battery subjected to extremely low air pressure may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas. Dispose of used battery according to the instructions of local regulations or laws. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Bins RFID Bins are standard Bins with RFID tags applied (as shown below). When a Bin has been emptied of its contents, it is manually placed in the replenishment area of the RFID enclosure. The Reader, which is located in the enclosures subfloor, registers the presence of the RFID tag on the Bin. The Reader then transmits the tag ID to the Controller via LoRa, and the data is then transmitted to the Fastenal Server via the Internet. Bin with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 5 of 19 RFID Bins in Standard Rivet Rack Reader The Reader reads Bins with RFID tags and sends the information to the Controller via a LoRa connection. See the Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Bins section for more information on the location of the Reader. Controller The Controller is a communication hub for the overall FAST Bin system and uses several different data streams to communicate with the other FAST Bin devices. Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 6 of 19 FAST Bin Controller Repeater The Repeater is used when it is necessary to increase the range of the BLE transmitters. BLE messages are received by the BLE Module. The Repeater then relays the message delivered to the Controller using LoRa communications. Indicator Lights The following sections define the indicator lights located on each device. For the controller, repeater, and RFID repeater a blink of all green LEDs in a pattern indicates that the device is being updated. Controller LED BLE Color Green LoRa Green State Solid: At least one IR Bin is being actively monitored Off: No IR Bins are being actively monitored Solid: At least one Repeater or RFID Reader is being actively monitored. Red Off: No Repeater or RFID Reader is being monitored. Solid: There is no network connection to the controller via Ethernet or Cellular radio. Yellow Solid: Ethernet port has a local network connection, but there is no Internet connection to the Internet. Green Solid: Either the Ethernet port or an installed cellular radio adapter has a good internet connection. Repeater LED BLE Color Green LoRa Green Power Green State Solid: At least one IR Bin is being actively monitored Off: No IR Bins are being actively monitored Solid: LorA Link to a Controller has been established. Off: No LoRa link to a Controller has been established. Solid: Powered on but locked up Heartbeat: Powered on and running Off: No power Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 7 of 19 Reader LED LoRa Color Green Solid: LoRa link to a Controller has been established. Off: No LoRa link to a controller has been established. State LED Power Color Green New Tag Green State Solid: Powered on but locked up Heartbeat: Powered on and running Off: No power Solid: A new tag has been read at 25 times Off: No new tags within the last five seconds Device Labels [Controller and Reader]

The following images define the labels for the Controller, Repeater, and Reader. Controller Label The label for the Controller is shown below; this label is located on the bottom of the device:

Basic Controller Controller

(with cellular data interface) Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 8 of 19 Reader Label The label for the Reader is shown in figure below:

Reader Label The label is located on the RFID enclosure as shown with the red circle in Figure 11:

Post-installed back panel Left-side panel Figure 11. Reader Label Location Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 9 of 19 Installation Instructions The following instructions define how to install the FAST Bin devices. Qualified Fastenal support staff are required to install the FAST Bin system. The Controller, Repeater, and Reader devices are powered on when plugged in (i.e., there is no on/Off switch on the devices). It is recommended that the Readers/RFID Bins, Repeaters, and/or racks of IR Bins be installed before choosing the Controller location. This will allow optimal placement of the Controller based on the range requirements of the other devices. See Physical Placement Guidelines in Appendix A for more information on placing the devices. The following table summarizes the maximum distances between each device. From Controller Controller Controller Repeater To Reader Repeater IR Bin 2nd Gen IR Bin 2nd Gen Range 500 ft (152.4 m) 500 ft (152.4 m) 50 ft (15.2 m) 50 ft (15.2 m) IR Bins 1. Remove the battery insulation pull tab. 2. Ensure that the placement of the Bin is within 50 feet (15.2 meters) of nearest Controller or Repeater. RFID Enclosure 1. Assemble the RFID enclosure per assembly instructions provided with the enclosure. 2. Place the enclosure on top of the Bin rack and plug in the power cable. Best practice is to place the enclosure on particle board, on top of the racking/shelf. 3. Ensure that the enclosure placement is within 500 feet (152.4 meters) of the nearest Controller. 4. Ensure that the communications diagnostic light on the front of the enclosure is lit up showing a connected state. Repeater 1. Install the Repeater using the guidelines in Appendix A. 2. Ensure the Repeater is within 500 feet (152.4 meters) of the Controller. 3. Plug in the power cable to a standard wall power outlet. 4. Ensure that the LEDs are showing that the device is in a connected state. Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 10 of 19 Controller 1. Configure the device:

a. If the site uses DHCP Ethernet, then no special network setup is required. b. If the site requires use of a static IP address, contact Fastenal support to configure the network settings. 2. Plug in the power cable to a standard wall power outlet. 3. Ensure that the controller has a network connection and is plugged in via the network connection LED indicator. 4. Ensure that no Reader or Repeater is more than 500 feet (152.4 meters) from the Controller and that the LEDs are showing that all devices are in a connected state. Technical Specifications [Controller and Reader]

Controller Regulatory Numbers Basic Controller Regulatory Numbers Controller with cellular data interface Dimensions Weight Power Operating Temperature Operating Humidity External Ports & Connections Supported Protocols & Regulatory Identification Numbers FCC ID: 2APK7-922194626V10 IC ID: 23979-922194626V10 FCC ID: 2APK7-922194622V10 IC ID: 23979-922194622V10 5.556 W x 4.862 L x 2.0 H

(14.11 cm W x 12.35 cm L x 5.08 cm H) 0.71 lbs. (0.322 kg) 5.0 VDC +/-10%, 1.2A max input 60.8 to 89.6 F (16 to 32 C) 20% to 80%

Ethernet, Power LoRa: 903-914.2 MHz (12500 bps max) FCC ID: T9JRN2903 IC ID: 6514A-RN2903 FCC ID: XPYBMD360 BLE:

IC ID: 8595A-BMD360 Supported Antennas LoRa: Flat Patch RF Antenna (Yageo ANTX100P001BWPEN3) BLE: Integrated trace antenna in BLE module 4G LTE (with optional cellular module installed):

Taoglas, Ltd. TG.30.8113 Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 11 of 19 Reader Regulatory Identifications Numbers FCC ID: 2APK7-992194627V10 Dimensions of RFID enclosure (in which Reader is housed) Power Operating Temperature Operating Humidity External Ports & Connections Supported Protocols & Regulatory Identification Numbers Supported Antennas IC ID: 23979-992194627V10 48 W x 18 H x 24 H

(121.92 cm W x 45.72 cm L x 60.96 cm H) 5.0 VDC+/-10%, 0.4 A max input 60.8 to 89.6 F (16 to 32 C) 20% to 80%

Power LoRa: 903-914.2 MHz (12500 bps max) FCC ID: T9JRN2903 IC ID: 6514A-RN2903 LoRa: Flat Patch RF Antenna (Yageo ANTX100P001BWPEN3) RFID: Two (2) Patch Antennas (Abracon ARRG-0004) Device Labels [Repeater]

Repeater Label The label for the Repeater is shown; the label is located on the bottom of the device. 922194623 2001 Theurer Blvd Winona, MN 55987 USA IFT: to be issued later FCC ID: 2APK7-9705080V1-0 IC: 23979-9705080V10 Contains FCC ID: XPYBMD360 Contains FCC ID: T9JRN2903 Repeater Label Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 12 of 19 Technical Specifications [Repeater]

Repeater Regulatory Identifications Numbers Dimensions Weight Power Operating Temperature Operating Humidity External Ports & Connections Supported Protocols & Regulatory Identification Numbers Supported Antennas FCC ID: 2APK7-9705080V1-0 IC ID: 23979-9705080V10 3.839 W x 3.352 L x 1.5 H

(9.75 cm W x 8.51 cm L x 3.81 cm H) 0.33 lbs. 5.0 VDC+/-10%, 0.4 A max input 60.8 to 89.6 F (16 to 32 C) 20% to 80%

Power LoRa: 903-914.2 MHz (12500 bps max) FCC ID: T9JRN2903 IC ID: 6514A-RN2903 BLE:

FCC ID: XPYBMD360 IC ID: 8595A-BMD360 LoRa: Flat Patch RF Antenna (Yageo ANTX100P001BWPEN3) BLE: Integrated trace antenna in BLE module Repeater Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 13 of 19 Device Labels [IR Bins]

IR Bin Labels The labels for the IR220 and IR230 bins are shown below; the labels are located on the side of the bins. 922194625 922194621 2001 Theurer Blvd Winona, MN 55987 USA 2001 Theurer Blvd Winona, MN 55987 USA IFT: to be issued later FCC ID: 2APK7-92219462510 IC: 23979-92219462510 IFT: to be issued later FCC ID: 2APK7-92219462110 IC: 23979-92219462110 IR230 Label IR220 Label Technical Specifications [IR Bins]

IR 220 Bin Regulatory Identifications Numbers Dimensions Weight Power Operating Temperature Operating Humidity External Ports & Connections Supported Protocols & Regulatory Identification Numbers FCC ID: 2APK7-92219462110 IC ID: 23979-92219462110 4.25 W x 7.5 L x 3 H

(10.80 cm W x 19.1 cm L x 7.62 cm H) 0.4 lbs. 3.0 VDC, CR2032 battery 60.8 to 89.6 F (16 to 32 C) 20% to 80%

None None Supported Antennas BLE: PCB meandering inverted F Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 14 of 19 IR220 Regulatory Identifications Numbers IR 230 Bin Dimensions Weight Power Operating Temperature Operating Humidity External Ports & Connections Supported Protocols & Regulatory Identification Numbers FCC ID: 2APK7-92219462510 IC ID: 23979-92219462510 5.5 W x 11.0 L x 5 H

(13.97 cm W x 27.94 cm L x 12.7 cm H) 1.2 lbs. 3.0 VDC, CR2032 battery 60.8 to 89.6 F (16 to 32 C) 20% to 80%

None None Supported Antennas BLE: PCB meandering inverted F Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 15 of 19 IR230 Compliance Information The following compliance information applies to the IR Bins, Controller, Reader, and Repeater devices. FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may be received or that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the user manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 16 of 19 Canadian (IC) Statement of Compliance This device complies with RSS-247 of the Industry Canada rules. Operation is subject to two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may be received or that may cause undesired operation. Cet appareil est conforme la norme RSS-247 des rgles d'Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis deux conditions: (1) Cet appareil ne doit pas causer d'interfrences nuisibles, et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interfrence qui pourrait tre reue ou qui pourrait causer un fonctionnement indsirable. This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numrique de la classe A est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada. ISED Compliance Statement This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canadas license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference.

(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Lmetteur/rcepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR dInnovation, Sciences et Dveloppement conomique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Lexploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes:

1) Lappareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;

2) Lappareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible den compromettre le fonctionnement. Mexico Compliance Statement La operacin de este equipo est sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones: (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su operacin no deseada. Rev. 9/30/2022 Page 17 of 19 Appendix A: Physical Placement Guidelines Controller Placement Placing the Controller in an optimal location ensures that the Controller will have a much better signal with far less interference. It may be necessary in large facilities to install multiple controllers. The following guidelines can be used to help place the Controller in an optimal location. NOTE: The Controller and Repeater are designed to sit on a shelf or other surface to allow for access to the regulatory information on the device label (which is located on the bottom of each device). 1. Centralize the Controller: Make sure you place the Controller in the middle of all the devices (i.e., Readers and Repeaters) that are being used. The signal strength from the Controller is somewhat based on the distance. A central position can allow even distribution to all the devices. 2. Controller Placement: Try to place the Controller as high as possible in the room, so the signal gets dispersed throughout the facility. 3. Minimize Number and Angle of Walls: Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the Controller and the Reader/Repeater devices to a minimum. Always imagine a direct line of sight between the Controller and Reader/Repeater devices. Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception. 4. Wall Building Materials: Consider the type of building material through which the signal must travel. Drywall or open doorways are good choices. Materials and objects such as walls with insulation, glass, brick, concrete, steel, metal, water, or mirrors can degrade signal strength. Also, do not place the Controller inside a cabinet or a storage area/space. 5. Avoid Other Wireless Devices: Place appliances, such as cordless telephones, microwaves, Wi-Fi routers, and televisions, as far away as possible from the Controller

(at least 3 to 6 feet (1 to 2 meters)). This will significantly reduce any interference that theses appliances may cause. Repeater and RFID Enclosure/Reader Physical Placement 1. IR Bin Placement:

Envision each IR bin as being at the center of a large circle with a 25-foot radius. At least one Repeater, or a Controller should be within the edge of that circle. September 30, 2022 Page 18 of 19 It is important that no IR Bin be more than 25 feet (7.62 meters) from a Controller or repeater. Then install each Repeater within this distance from all bins it must support using the same guidelines as defined for the Controller Placement. 2. RFID Bin Placement: Placing the RFID enclosure/Reader is constrained only by the requirement that it cannot be more than 500 feet (152.4 meters) from the Controller. September 30, 2022 Page 19 of 19

Contents FAST Bin User Manual Trademark Information ................................................................................................................................. 2 Support Information ..................................................................................................................................... 2 System Description ....................................................................................................................................... 3 System Operation ......................................................................................................................................... 4 Infrared (IR) Bins ....................................................................................................................................... 4 Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Bins............................................................................................... 5 Reader ....................................................................................................................................................... 6 Controller .................................................................................................................................................. 6 Repeater .................................................................................................................................................... 7 Indicator Lights .............................................................................................................................................. 7 Controller .................................................................................................................................................. 7 Repeater .................................................................................................................................................... 7 Reader ....................................................................................................................................................... 8 Device Labels [Controller and Reader] ......................................................................................................... 8 Controller Label ......................................................................................................................................... 8 Reader Label ............................................................................................................................................. 9 Installation Instructions .............................................................................................................................. 10 IR Bins ...................................................................................................................................................... 10 RFID Enclosure ........................................................................................................................................ 10 Repeater .................................................................................................................................................. 10 Controller ................................................................................................................................................ 11 Technical Specifications [Controller and Reader] ....................................................................................... 11 Controller ................................................................................................................................................ 11 Reader ..................................................................................................................................................... 12 Compliance Information ............................................................................................................................. 12 FCC Compliance Statement ..................................................................................................................... 12 2/18/2021 Page 1 of 16 FCC Statement ........................................................................................................................................ 12 Canadian (IC) Statement of Compliance ................................................................................................. 13 ISED Compliance Statement ................................................................................................................... 13 Appendix A: Physical Placement Guidelines ............................................................................................... 14 Controller Placement .............................................................................................................................. 14 Repeater and RFID Enclosure/Reader Physical Placement ..................................................................... 14 Device Labels [Repeater] ............................................................................................................................ 15 Repeater Label ........................................................................................................................................ 15 Technical Specifications [Repeater] ............................................................................................................ 16 Repeater .................................................................................................................................................. 16 Trademark Information Fastenal is a registered trademark of Fastenal Company. FAST Bin is a service mark of Fastenal Company. All other trade names mentioned in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Support Information These units are manufactured, owned, installed, maintained, and operated by:

Fastenal Company 2001 Theurer Blvd Winona, Minnesota 55987 USA Support (toll free): +1 866-829-1564 CAUTION: Qualified Fastenal support staff are required to install and maintain the FAST Bin system. Unauthorized installation, changes, or maintenance by non-Fastenal personnel can result in the system not working as intended and could void the users authority to operate the equipment. Please contact Fastenal at the toll-free number listed above if you need assistance or have questions regarding the FAST Bin system. 2/18/2021 Page 2 of 16 System Description This document describes the Fastenal FAST Bin system, which enables remote monitoring of inventory by means of sensing and communication technologies to report the state of the inventory to a central Fastenal server. The FAST Bin system consists of the five devices that are used to create two different types of installations: Infrared (IR) Bins and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Bins. The devices include IR Bins, RFID Bins, Controllers, Readers, and Repeaters. The IR system uses IR Bins, Controller(s) and Repeater(s) to communicate information, while the RFID system uses RFID Bins, Controller(s), and a Reader. Each device uses one or more communication technologies to transfer the information, as shown below:

The communication technologies are as follows:

FAST Bin Communication Ethernet: A standard technology used to connect digital devices on a network using a wired connection Long Range Radio (LoRa): A protocol that provides low power, wide area communication between remote sensors & gateways connected to a network Cellular: A network technology that enables mobile device communication via cells and transceivers Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE): A power-conserving variant of Bluetooth technology, which provides short-range wireless interconnection of digital devices 2/18/2021 Page 3 of 16 System Operation The FAST Bin system automates the current manual method of checking inventory that is stored in Fastenal standard Bin systems as shown below :

Standard Fastenal Bin Systems The following subsections describe how each of the FAST Bin devices work. Infrared (IR) Bins The IR Bins consist of a standard Bin plus two printed circuit boards (PCBs) that sit opposite each other inside the Bin; the PCBs are protected by a plastic insert as shown below:

Infrared (IR) Bin There is an array of LED IR emitters on one PCB and corresponding IR sensors on the opposite PCB. the bin. Obstruction of an IR beam equates to the presence of inventory at that point inside The obstructed or unobstructed state, as detected by the sensors, is transmitted to the Controller by means of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and the data for each Bin is then transmitted to the Fastenal Server via the Internet. 2/18/2021 Page 4 of 16 Multiple IR Bins communicate via BLE directly with a single Controller. If distance or obstructions are an issue, a Repeater can be used. In this case, the IR Bins communicate via BLE with the Repeater, which in turn communicates via Long Range Radio (LoRa) with the Controller. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Bins RFID Bins are standard Bins with RFID tags applied (as shown below). When a Bin has been emptied of its contents, it is manually placed in the replenishment area of the RFID enclosure. The Reader, which is located in the enclosures subfloor, registers the presence of the RFID tag on the Bin. The Reader then transmits the tag ID to the Controller via LoRa, and the data is then transmitted to the Fastenal Server via the Internet. Bin with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag 2/18/2021 Page 5 of 16 RFID Bins in Standard Rivet Rack Reader The Reader reads Bins with RFID tags and sends the information to the Controller via a LoRa connection. See the Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Bins section for more information on the location of the Reader. Controller The Controller is a communication hub for the overall FAST Bin system and uses several different data streams to communicate with the other FAST Bin devices. FAST Bin Controller 2/18/2021 Page 6 of 16 Repeater The Repeater is used when it is necessary to increase the range of the BLE transmitters. BLE messages are received by the BLE Module. The Repeater then relays the message delivered to the Controller using LoRa communications. Indicator Lights The following sections define the indicator lights located on each device. For the controller, repeater, and RFID repeater a blink of all green LEDs in a pattern indicates that the device is being updated. Controller LED BLE Color Green LoRa Green State Solid: At least one IR Bin is being actively monitored Off: No IR Bins are being actively monitored Solid: At least one Repeater or RFID Reader is being actively monitored. Internet Red Off: No Repeater or RFID Reader is being monitored. Solid: There is no network connection to the controller via Ethernet Yellow Solid: Ethernet port has a local network connection, but there is no or Cellular radio. connection to the Internet. Green Solid: Either the Ethernet port or an installed cellular radio adapter has a good internet connection. Repeater LED BLE Color Green LoRa Green Power Green State Solid: At least one IR Bin is being actively monitored Off: No IR Bins are being actively monitored Solid: LorA Link to a Controller has been established. Off: No LoRa link to a Controller has been established. Solid: Powered on but locked up Heartbeat: Powered on and running Off: No power 2/18/2021 Page 7 of 16 Reader LED LoRa Color Green Solid: LoRa link to a Controller has been established. Off: No LoRa link to a controller has been established. State State LED Power Color Green New Tag Green Solid: Powered on but locked up Heartbeat: Powered on and running Off: No power Solid: A new tag has been read at 25 times Off: No new tags within the last five seconds Device Labels [Controller and Reader]

The following images define the labels for the Controller, Repeater, and Reader. Controller Label The label for the Controller is shown below; this label is located on the bottom of the device:

Basic Controller Controller

(with cellular data interface) 2/18/2021 Page 8 of 16 Reader Label The label for the Reader is shown in figure below:

Reader Label The label is located on the RFID enclosure as shown with the red circle in Figure 11:

Post-installed back panel Left-side panel Figure 11. Reader Label Location 2/18/2021 Page 9 of 16 Installation Instructions The following instructions define how to install the FAST Bin devices. Qualified Fastenal support staff are required to install the FAST Bin system. The Controller, Repeater, and Reader devices are powered on when plugged in (i.e., there is no on/Off switch on the devices). It is recommended that the Readers/RFID Bins, Repeaters, and/or racks of IR Bins be installed before choosing the Controller location. This will allow optimal placement of the Controller based on the range requirements of the other devices. See Physical Placement Guidelines in Appendix A for more information on placing the devices. The following table summarizes the maximum distances between each device. From Controller Controller Controller Repeater To Reader Repeater IR Bin 2nd Gen IR Bin 2nd Gen Range 500 ft (152.4 m) 500 ft (152.4 m) 50 ft (15.2 m) 50 ft (15.2 m) IR Bins 1. Remove the battery insulation pull tab. 2. Ensure that the placement of the Bin is within 50 feet (15.2 meters) of nearest Controller or Repeater. RFID Enclosure enclosure. 1. Assemble the RFID enclosure per assembly instructions provided with the 2. Place the enclosure on top of the Bin rack and plug in the power cable. 3. Ensure that the enclosure placement is within 500 feet (152.4 meters) of the 4. Ensure that the communications diagnostic light on the front of the enclosure is nearest Controller. lit up showing a connected state. Repeater 1. Install the Repeater using the guidelines in Appendix A. 2. Ensure the Repeater is within 500 feet (152.4 meters) of the Controller. 3. Plug in the power cable to a standard wall power outlet. 4. Ensure that the LEDs are showing that the device is in a connected state. 2/18/2021 Page 10 of 16 Controller 1. Configure the device:

a. If the site uses DHCP Ethernet, then no special network setup is required. b. If the site requires use of a static IP address, contact Fastenal support to configure the network settings. 2. Plug in the power cable to a standard wall power outlet. 3. Ensure that the controller has a network connection and is plugged in via the network connection LED indicator. 4. Ensure that no Reader or Repeater is more than 500 feet (152.4 meters) from the Controller and that the LEDs are showing that all devices are in a connected state. Technical Specifications [Controller and Reader]

Controller Regulatory Numbers Basic Controller Regulatory Numbers Controller with cellular data interface Dimensions Weight Power Operating Temperature Operating Humidity External Ports & Connections Supported Protocols & Regulatory Identification Numbers FCC ID: 2APK7-922194626V10 IC ID: 23979-922194626V10 FCC ID: 2APK7-922194622V10 IC ID: 23979-922194622V10 5.556 W x 4.862 L x 2.0 H

(14.11 cm W x 12.35 cm L x 5.08 cm H) 0.71 lbs. (0.322 kg) 5.0 VDC +/-10%, 1.2A max input 60.8 to 89.6 F (16 to 32 C) 20% to 80%

Ethernet, Power LoRa: 903-914.2 MHz (12500 bps max) FCC ID: T9JRN2903 IC ID: 6514A-RN2903 FCC ID: XPYBMD360 BLE:

IC ID: 8595A-BMD360 Supported Antennas LoRa: Flat Patch RF Antenna (Yageo ANTX100P001BWPEN3) BLE: Integrated trace antenna in BLE module 4G LTE (with optional cellular module installed):

Taoglas, Ltd. TG.30.8113 2/18/2021 Page 11 of 16 Reader Regulatory Identifications Numbers FCC ID: 2APK7-992194627V10 Dimensions of RFID enclosure (in which Reader is housed) Power Operating Temperature Operating Humidity External Ports & Connections Supported Protocols & Regulatory Identification Numbers Supported Antennas IC ID: 23979-992194627V10 48 W x 18 H x 24 H

(121.92 cm W x 45.72 cm L x 60.96 cm H) 5.0 VDC+/-10%, 0.4 A max input 60.8 to 89.6 F (16 to 32 C) 20% to 80%

Power LoRa: 903-914.2 MHz (12500 bps max) FCC ID: T9JRN2903 IC ID: 6514A-RN2903 LoRa: Flat Patch RF Antenna (Yageo ANTX100P001BWPEN3) RFID: Two (2) Patch Antennas (Abracon ARRG-0004) Compliance Information The following compliance information applies to the Controller, Reader, and Repeater devices. FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may be received or that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the user manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. 2/18/2021 Page 12 of 16 Canadian (IC) Statement of Compliance This device complies with RSS-247 of the Industry Canada rules. Operation is subject to two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may be received or that may cause undesired operation. Cet appareil est conforme la norme RSS-247 des rgles d'Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis deux conditions: (1) Cet appareil ne doit pas causer d'interfrences nuisibles, et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interfrence qui pourrait tre reue ou qui pourrait causer un fonctionnement indsirable. This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numrique de la classe A est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada. ISED Compliance Statement This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canadas license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference.

(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Lmetteur/rcepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR dInnovation, Sciences et Dveloppement conomique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Lexploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes:

1) Lappareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;

2) Lappareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible den compromettre le fonctionnement. 2/18/2021 Page 13 of 16 Appendix A: Physical Placement Guidelines Controller Placement Placing the Controller in an optimal location ensures that the Controller will have a much better signal with far less interference. It may be necessary in large facilities to install multiple controllers. The following guidelines can be used to help place the Controller in an optimal location. NOTE: The Controller and Repeater are designed to sit on a shelf or other surface to allow for access to the regulatory information on the device label (which is located on the bottom of each device). 1. Centralize the Controller: Make sure you place the Controller in the middle of all the devices (i.e., Readers and Repeaters) that are being used. The signal strength from the Controller is somewhat based on the distance. A central position can allow even distribution to all the devices. 2. Controller Placement: Try to place the Controller as high as possible in the room, so the signal gets dispersed throughout the facility. 3. Minimize Number and Angle of Walls: Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the Controller and the Reader/Repeater devices to a minimum. Always imagine a direct line of sight between the Controller and Reader/Repeater devices. Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception. 4. Wall Building Materials: Consider the type of building material through which the signal must travel. Drywall or open doorways are good choices. Materials and objects such as walls with insulation, glass, brick, concrete, steel, metal, water, or mirrors can degrade signal strength. Also, do not place the Controller inside a cabinet or a storage area/space. 5. Avoid Other Wireless Devices: Place appliances, such as cordless telephones, microwaves, Wi-Fi routers, and televisions, as far away as possible from the Controller

(at least 3 to 6 feet (1 to 2 meters)). This will significantly reduce any interference that theses appliances may cause. Repeater and RFID Enclosure/Reader Physical Placement 1. IR Bin Placement:

Envision each IR bin as being at the center of a large circle with a 25-foot radius. At least one Repeater, or a Controller should be within the edge of that circle. It is important that no IR Bin be more than 25 feet (7.62 meters) from a February 18, 2021 Page 14 of 16 Controller or repeater. Then install each Repeater within this distance from all bins it must support using the same guidelines as defined for the Controller Placement. 2. RFID Bin Placement: Placing the RFID enclosure/Reader is constrained only by the requirement that it cannot be more than 500 feet (152.4 meters) from the Controller. Device Labels [Repeater]

Repeater Label The label for the Repeater is shown; the label is located on the bottom of the device. Repeater Label February 18, 2021 Page 15 of 16 Technical Specifications [Repeater]

Regulatory Identifications Numbers Repeater Dimensions Weight Power Operating Temperature Operating Humidity External Ports & Connections Supported Protocols & Regulatory Identification Numbers Supported Antennas FCC ID: 2APK7-9705080V1-0 IC ID: 23979-9705080V10 3.839 W x 3.352 L x 1.5 H

(9.75 cm W x 8.51 cm L x 3.81 cm H) 0.33 lbs. 5.0 VDC+/-10%, 0.4 A max input 60.8 to 89.6 F (16 to 32 C) 20% to 80%

Power LoRa: 903-914.2 MHz (12500 bps max) FCC ID: T9JRN2903 IC ID: 6514A-RN2903 BLE:

FCC ID: XPYBMD360 IC ID: 8595A-BMD360 LoRa: Flat Patch RF Antenna (Yageo ANTX100P001BWPEN3) BLE: Integrated trace antenna in BLE module Repeater February 18, 2021 Page 16 of 16

RFID Enclosure Product Label Location and Label Detail REV B0, 3/8/2021 Figure 1: Product Label Location on Enclosure Rear Panel Figure 2: Product Label Detail

TO: Federal Communication Commission Equipment Authorization Division Application Processing Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Rd Columbia, MD 21046 Date: 8/29/2022 Elite Electronic Engineering, Inc. 1516 Centre Circle Downers Grove, IL 60515 To Whom It May Concern:

Elite Electronic Engineering, Inc. is authorized to act on our behalf, until otherwise notified, for applications to Elite Electronic Engineering, Inc. We certify that we are not subject to denial of federal benefits, that includes FCC benefits, pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, U.S.C. 862. Further, no party, as defined in 47 CFR 1.2002 (b) to the application is subject to denial of federal benefits, that includes FCC benefits. Thank you. Regards, Signature:

Date: 8/29/2022 Signed by (printed name): Tony McIntosh

Date: ___9/8/2022_____ Subject: Confidentiality Request for FCC ID: 2APK7-922194627V10 Pursuant to FCC 47 CRF 0.457(d) and 0.459 and IC RSP-100, Section 10, the applicant requests that a part of the subject FCC application be held confidential. Type of Confidentiality Requested Short Term Short Term Short Term Short Term Short Term Short Term Short Term Short Term Short Term Permanent Permanent*1 Permanent Permanent Permanent Permanent Permanent*

Exhibit Block Diagrams External Photos Internal Photos Operation Description/Theory of Operation Parts List & Placement/BOM Tune-Up Procedure Schematics Test Setup Photos Users Manual The Fastenal Company has spent substantial effort in developing this product and it is one of the first of its kind in industry. Having the subject information easily available to "competition" would negate the advantage they have achieved by developing this product. Not protecting the details of the design will result in financial hardship. Permanent Confidentiality:

The applicant requests the exhibits listed above as permanently confidential be permanently withheld from public review due to materials that contain trade secrets and proprietary information not customarily released to the public. NOTE for Industry Canada Applications:

The applicant understands that until such time that IC distinguishes between Short Term and Permanent Confidentiality, either type of marked exhibit above will simply be marked Confidential when submitted to IC. Sincerely, By:

(Signature/Product Manager) Tony McIntosh

(Print name) 1 - The asterisked items (*) require further justification before permanent confidentiality will be allowed. These also currently require review by the FCC under their Permit-But-Ask policy before the grant is issued and can delay completion of an application. Further justification should be added to the note above. One such example for a potted device would be: The EUT is FULLY potted using a non-removable epoxy based material. Removal of potting material causes irreparable damage to internal circuitry. See photographs exhibits that outline the device before and after potting.

TO:

Federal Communication Commission Equipment Authorization Division Application Processing Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Rd Columbia, MD 21046 Date: 2/10/2023 of U.S. persons. authorization for covered telecommunications equipment and video equipment produced by entities identified on the Commissions Covered and KDB 986446 D01 Covered Equipment requirements to protect the nations networks that poses an unacceptable risk to national security Specifically, the Commission adopted rules that prohibit Pursuant to FCC 22-84 Report and Order v01, the Commission adopted new FCC and supply chains from equipment or the safety equipment surveillance List. Certifications concerning covered equipment. Section 2.911(d)(5)(i)-(ii). Fastenal Company

(the applicant) certifies that the is sought is not covered authorization pursuant to section 2.903 of the Fastenal Company (the applicant) application, the applicant is not identified on the covered list as an entity producing covered equipment. equipment prohibited from receiving an equipment FCC rules. certifies that as of the date of the filing of the equipment for which authorization FCC ID: 2APK7-922194627V10 Regards, Signature:

Date: 2/10/2023 Signed by (printed name): Tony McIntosh

TO: Federal Communication Commission Equipment Authorization Division Application Processing Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Rd Columbia, MD 21046 Date: 2/10/2023 Pursuant to FCC 22-84 Report and Order and KDB 986446 D01 Covered Equipment v01, the Commission adopted new FCC requirements to protect the nations networks and supply chains from equipment that poses an unacceptable risk to national security or the safety of U.S. persons. Specifically, the Commission adopted rules that prohibit equipment authorization for covered telecommunications equipment and video surveillance equipment produced by entities identified on the Commissions Covered List. Certification designating a U.S. agent for service of process. As required by section 2.911(d)(7), the applicant must designate a contact located in the United States for purposes of acting as the applicants agent for service of process, regardless of whether the applicant is a domestic or foreign entity. An applicant located in the United States may designate itself as the agent for service of process. Fastenal Company (the applicant) consent to accept the service of process. Fastenal Company FRN: 0027435023 2001 Theurer Blvd Winona, Minnesota 55987 USA Fastenal Company acknowledges to maintain an agent for no less than one year after the grantee has terminated all marketing and importation or the conclusion of any Commission-related proceeding involving the equipment. Regards, Signature:

Date: 2/10/2023 Signed by (printed name): Tony McIntosh

TO: Federal Communication Commission Equipment Authorization Division Application Processing Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Rd Columbia, MD 21046 ATTENTION: Federal Communication Commission Equipment Authorization To whom it may concern, We would like to submit for Class 2 Permissive Change Certification to FCC: [2APK7-

922194627V10]. The following changes were made:

Changes to internal plastics and shape of the metal Changes to antennas Please find in the following application all related documentation to support this Class 2 Permissive Change Certification. We would appreciate your prompt attention to the submittal. Applicant Company name: Fastenal Contact Name: Tony McIntosh Address: 8918 Beckett Road, West Chester, OH 45069 Telephone No: 513-644-0074 Fax No:

Email: mmcintos@fastenal.com FCC ID Number: 0027435023 Signature:

Date: 9/8/2022 Signed by (printed name): Tony McIntosh

FASTENAL eed February 10, 2021 Attention: Application Examiner RE: Request for Confidentiality Applicant: Fastenal Company FCC ID: 2APK7-922194627V 10 To Whom It May Concern:

Permanent Confidentiality Request Request is hereby submitted by the Fastenal Company to withhold permanently from public review certain portions of the application for equipment certification for the referenced FCC identifiers. This request for confidentiality is made pursuant to 47 CFR 0.457(d) and 0.459 of the FCC Rules. In particular, the following sections of the application are to be kept permanently confidential:

e Schematics e Detailed Block Diagrams e Detailed Operational/Functional Description Rationale for request for confidentiality:

The Fastenal Company has invested considerable time and materials in research and development to produce the referenced product. Disclosure of the permanently confidential portions of this application to competitors would not only give them significant competitive advantages in developing similar products but would also disclose successful implementation of unpublished, leading edge technology developed by us. Our Detailed Operational/Functional Description, Block Diagram, Schematics are designed for internal company use only. Sincerely, o .

<3 aN a Tony McIntosh Fast Solutions Product Manager

FASTENAL February 18, 2021 Federal Communications Commission 445 12" Street SW Washington, DC 20554 Subject: Authorization to sign. Fastenal Company FCC ID: 2APK7-922194627V 10 To Whom It May Concern:

With this letter I hereby authorize Tony McIntosh to act on my behalf to sign the Forms 731 and exhibits for the purpose of an application FCC ID: 2APK7-922194627V 10 under all applicable parts of the FCC rules and regulations. If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Corey E-Grebin February 18, 2021

FASTENAL February 10, 2021 Federal Communications Commission 445 12" Street SW Washington, DC 20554 Subject: Limited Agency Agreement Fastenal Company FCC ID: 2APK7-922194627V 10 To Whom It May Concern:

We, Fastenal Company, hereby authorized Intertek Testing Services to act as our Agent for the purpose of preparing application for FCC ID number 2APK7-922194627V 10 under all applicable parts of the FCC rules and regulations. The effective date of this limited agency agreement is February 10, 2021. The Limited Agency Agreement expires on July 1, 2021, unless sooner terminated or extended by written notice to Intertek Testing Services and the Federal Communications Commission. This is to advise that we are in full compliance with the Anti-Drug Abuse Act. The applicant is not subject to a denial of federal benefits pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Act of 1988, 21 U.S.C. 862, and no party to the application is subject to a denial of federal benefits pursuant to that section. If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Ly oo Tony Mcintosh Fast Solutions Product Manager