Prefino Smartlocker – Electronic Lockers with Digital Management
The Prefino Smartlocker is an electronic locker system from C + P. Unlike a traditional locker with a key or padlock, the Smartlocker uses digital access control: a PIN code, an RFID chip, or an app. Locker management is handled centrally via software—lockers can be assigned, unlocked, locked, and monitored without the need to issue physical keys.
The steel structure meets the C + P standard: powder-coated steel, various compartment sizes, and a modular design consisting of terminal and add-on modules. The systems are designed for businesses, government agencies, universities, coworking spaces, and public institutions.
How does a smart locker work?
A smart locker replaces the mechanical lock with an electronic locking system. The user authenticates themselves at the terminal using a PIN, an RFID card, or a smartphone app. The system assigns an available compartment, unlocks it, and logs the transaction. The same authentication method is used when retrieving the item.
For the operator, this means: no key management, no lost keys, and full transparency regarding occupancy and usage. Locker management is handled via web-based software that displays locker status, user groups, and access rights in real time.
Setup and Configuration of the Prefino System
The Prefino system consists of two components: a terminal with a touchscreen control panel and flexible add-on modules. The terminal serves as the central control unit. The add-on modules provide lockers in various sizes and configurations.
C + P currently offers two terminal models and eight add-on models. This allows the system to be adapted to the available space, the number of compartments needed, and the desired compartment sizes—from small valuables compartments to large storage compartments for bags, helmets, or laptops.
Applications for Electronic Lockers
Electronic lockers are particularly well-suited for situations where many users take turns accessing lockers and centralized management is desired:
- Businesses and Government Agencies – for employee lockers in desk-sharing environments and flexible office concepts
- Colleges and Libraries – For Students Without Assigned Seats
- Co-working spaces – for professional use by the day or by the hour
- Public institutions and government agencies—for visitors and employees with different access rights
- Hospitals and Nursing Facilities – For Shift Changes with Automatic Return of Supplies
If you're looking for traditional storage solutions without electronic management, C + P also offers conventional storage lockers with mechanical locking systems.
Advantages of a smart locker over a lockable cabinet
A locker with an electronic lock solves the typical problems associated with mechanical systems: keys get lost, locks wear out, and it becomes difficult to keep track of who owns which locker when there are many users. The Prefino Smartlocker offers the following instead:
- Keyless access via PIN, RFID, or app—no need to issue keys, no risk of losing them
- Central Locker Management – Remotely Assign, Lock, and Unlock Lockers
- Flexible Use – Subjects Can Be Assigned on a Fixed or Rotating Basis
- Burglary protection – electronic locking system with steel construction; no need to pry open padlocks
- Logging – every access is documented and traceable in the event of loss or disputes
A standard locker is secured with a mechanical lock—a key, padlock, or combination lock. A smart locker, on the other hand, uses an electronic locking system with a PIN, RFID chip, or app. Locker assignments and management are handled digitally through centralized software. This eliminates the need for key distribution, prevents lost keys, and removes the need for manual assignments.
The main advantages are centralized management, flexible locker assignment, and the elimination of physical keys. Lockers can be permanently assigned to a user or assigned dynamically—ideal for desk sharing, shift work, or public facilities. The electronic locking system, combined with the steel construction, also offers greater protection against break-ins than conventional padlocks.
Using the locker management software, the administrator can reset access, assign a new PIN, or open the locker remotely. A locksmith or a physical master key is not required. In RFID-based systems, the lost card is deactivated and a new one is issued.
Yes, the Prefino system supports RFID technology and can be integrated with existing employee ID cards or access cards. This allows employees to use the same chip for building access and their lockers. The specific integration options depend on the RFID frequency used and the management system—C + P provides customized advice on this matter.
That depends on the configuration. A Prefino system consists of a terminal and any number of add-on modules. Each add-on module adds between 2 and 12 compartments, depending on the compartment size. Thanks to dynamic compartment allocation, more users can be registered than there are compartments available—the system assigns a free compartment when a user accesses the system.
