About Us

Qualica-RD R&D and Innovation

We are manufacturers specializing in access control systems, automatic identification, and card personalization. From our facilities in Córdoba, we design, develop, and manufacture our own high-tech solutions that integrate custom hardware, software, and electronics. We don’t distribute—we manufacture. This allows us to control every stage of the product, from circuit design to final installation, offering our customers customized technology without relying on third parties.

Development of IK9 displays for bus stations in Spain

Our High-Tech Developments in Access Control

We do not assemble off-the-shelf components. Every Qualica-RD solution is the result of an in-house R&D process that encompasses electronic design, firmware, management software, and mechanical manufacturing. This allows us to create products that do not exist on the market: turnstiles with integrated biometric readers, ruggedized terminals with state-of-the-art CPUs, time-and-attendance systems with offline facial recognition, and PMR kiosks with artificial intelligence.

Our technology is used in airports, bus stations, correctional facilities, factories, universities, and large-scale events. We take a tailored approach to each industry sector: controlling access at a festival is not the same as doing so at a nuclear power plant. This sector-specific expertise is what sets us apart from general-purpose manufacturers.

We actively collaborate with system integrators, engineering firms, and government agencies to develop turnkey solutions. From the initial concept through to production deployment, our team of electronic engineers, software developers, and manufacturing specialists supports each project with the precision demanded by high technology.

Global Pioneers: Qualica-RD and PayThunder
Qualica-RD Founded in Córdoba Qualica-RD Founded in Córdoba
2012

Qualica-RD Founded in Córdoba

Qualica-RD was founded in July 2012 with a clear focus on technology and international markets. During our first year of operation, we sold our products in 17 countries and generated more than €1 million in revenue, demonstrating the global competitiveness of Spanish-made access control technology.

Best Startup in Andalusia Award Best Startup in Andalusia Award
2013

Best Startup in Andalusia Award

We were recognized by the Seville Chamber of Commerce as Andalusia’s most innovative startup, reinforcing our commitment to developing our own technology rather than reselling third-party products.

Launch of PayThunder: Robotics and Automation Launch of PayThunder: Robotics and Automation
2014

Launch of PayThunder: Robotics and Automation

We launched PayThunder, our advanced robotics and automation division. This expansion enabled us to integrate robotic arms, machine vision, and dynamic weighing systems into industrial attendance and access control solutions. PayThunder later became an independent unit within the group.

AJE Award for Outstanding Professional Achievement AJE Award for Outstanding Professional Achievement
2015

AJE Award for Outstanding Professional Achievement

We received the AJE Award for Outstanding Professional Achievement in recognition of our growth and the impact of our technology on the automatic identification and access control industry. By then, our products were available in more than 42 countries worldwide.

TRUSTECH — Paris TRUSTECH — Paris
2022

TRUSTECH — Paris

We participated in TRUSTECH, the global event for payment and identification technologies, where we showcased our innovations in RFID, NFC, and access control.

ADI EXPO — WiZink Center, Madrid ADI EXPO — WiZink Center, Madrid
2023

ADI EXPO — WiZink Center, Madrid

We participated in ADI EXPO alongside the ADI Global team, showcasing our latest innovations in identification and access control at the WiZink Center in Madrid.

Launch of QRDTIME Launch of QRDTIME
2025

Launch of QRDTIME

We launched QRDTIME, our own digital time-tracking software, developed to comply with new working-time recording requirements. The platform brought time tracking, attendance management, and access control together in a single solution.

SICUR 2026 SICUR 2026
2026

SICUR 2026

We participated in SICUR 2026, where we showcased our latest innovations in access control, biometrics, and automatic identification solutions, further strengthening our international presence.

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