Hard Tags

AM & RF Hard Tags for Retail Loss Prevention

Hard tags are one of the most visible and effective tools for deterring retail theft in New Zealand stores. Our range covers AM 58 kHz and RF 8.2 MHz frequencies, with styles including pencil tags, shell tags, clam tags, and ink tags - suitable for clothing, footwear, electronics, cosmetics, and general merchandise. Brands stocked include Checkpoint and Sensormatic, as well as our owned sourced generic range.

All hard tags are reusable, durable, and compatible with standard detachers. Choose the tag type that matches your EAS gate system and product range to maintain a consistent, professional loss prevention programme across your store.

Explore Our EAS Security Range

  • Lanyard Tags – Cable-lanyard EAS tags for handbags, footwear, and boxed goods that cannot be pinned.

  • Security Pins – Replacement pins and pin systems for hard tags to ensure a secure and damage-free attachment.

  • Detachers – Magnetic and pin detachers for authorised tag removal at point of sale.

  • Box Wraps – Spider wrap EAS devices for larger boxed merchandise like electronics and appliances.

  • All Retail Security Products – Browse the complete EAS and loss prevention catalogue.

Leading Solutions supplies hard tags and EAS consumables to retailers, supermarkets, and loss prevention teams throughout New Zealand. If you purchase in volume, join our wholesale partner programme for bulk pricing and priority dispatch from our Auckland warehouse.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between AM and RF hard tags?

AM hard tags operate at 58 kHz and are used with Sensormatic-type EAS systems, while RF hard tags operate at 8.2 MHz and are used with Checkpoint-type systems. Both provide visible theft deterrence and electronic detection when products pass through compatible EAS gates. It is important to match your hard tags to the frequency of your store's EAS pedestals - mixing frequencies will result in missed detections.

What types of hard tags are available at Leading Solutions NZ?

Leading Solutions stocks a variety of hard tag styles including pencil tags (for clothing and thin fabric), shell tags (large format for garments), clam tags (clamshell design for delicate items), and ink tags (which release a dye if forcibly removed). Tags are available in both AM 58 kHz and RF 8.2 MHz formats. Brands include Checkpoint, Sensormatic, as well as our own sourced generic range.

Are hard tags reusable and how are they removed at the till?

Yes, hard tags are designed for commercial reuse across many product cycles. At the point of sale, an authorised staff member uses a compatible detacher - either a magnetic detacher for standard tags or a pin detacher for pin-type tags - to release the locking mechanism. Ink tags require a specific detacher to avoid triggering the dye capsule. Reusability significantly reduces the per-unit cost of your loss prevention programme.

Which products are best suited to hard tags?

Hard tags are most commonly applied to clothing (garments, underwear, accessories), footwear, cosmetics, and small electronics such as headphones and gaming accessories. Pencil tags suit delicate or thin fabrics; shell tags are better for thicker garments and jeans. For bulky boxed items, box wraps or lanyard tags are a more practical alternative to traditional hard tags.

Can I mix hard tags from different brands on the same EAS system?

Yes, as long as the frequency matches your EAS gates. For example, any RF 8.2 MHz tag from Checkpoint, Shopguard, or compatible generic brands will be detected by an RF 8.2 MHz gate, regardless of which brand manufactured the tag. Leading Solutions can advise on compatibility if you contact our team at sales@leadingsolutions.co.nz.

Does Leading Solutions offer bulk pricing on hard tags for retail chains?

Yes. Leading Solutions offers trade and wholesale pricing for registered business partners including retail chains, supermarkets, pharmacies, and loss prevention consultants across New Zealand. Bulk orders are dispatched within one business day from our Auckland warehouse. Apply for a trade account at leadingsolutions.co.nz/pages/become-a-partner to access volume pricing.