About Us

Qualica-RD i+D+i

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
Establishment of Qualica-RD in Córdoba Establishment of Qualica-RD in Córdoba
2012

Establishment of Qualica-RD in Córdoba

Qualica-RD was founded in July 2012 with a clear focus on technology and exports. In its first year of operation, the company sold its products in 17 countries and exceeded one million euros in revenue, demonstrating that Spanish-made access control technology can compete in the global market.

Award for Best Startup in Andalusia (Chamber of Commerce) Award for Best Startup in Andalusia (Chamber of Commerce)
2013

Award for Best Startup in Andalusia (Chamber of Commerce)

Qualica-RD was recognized by the Seville Chamber of Commerce as the most innovative startup in Andalusia, validating—from our very first year—our commitment to developing our own technology rather than reselling third-party products.

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

PayThunder Launch: Robotics and Automation

Introducing PayThunder, our advanced robotics and automation division. This technological breakthrough has enabled us to integrate robotic arms, machine vision, and dynamic weighing systems into industrial attendance and access control solutions. PayThunder now operates as an independent unit within the group.

AJE Award for Outstanding Professional Achievement in Córdoba AJE Award for Outstanding Professional Achievement in Córdoba
2015

AJE Award for Outstanding Professional Achievement in Córdoba

Qualica-RD has received the AJE Award for Outstanding Professional Achievement, in recognition of the company’s growth and the impact of its technology on the automatic identification and access control industry. Our products are now available in more than 42 countries on every continent.

TRUSTECH — París TRUSTECH — París
2022

TRUSTECH — París

Qualica-RD is participating in the global event for payment and identification solutions at the Port de Versailles in Paris, showcasing 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 are part of the ADIGLOBAL team at the leading trade show for the identification and access control industry, showcasing the latest innovations at the WiZink Center in Madrid.

Launch of QRDTIME Launch of QRDTIME
2025

Launch of QRDTIME

We developed our own digital time-tracking software to comply with the new regulations on workday recording, integrating time tracking, attendance, and access control into a single platform.

SICUR 2026 SICUR 2026
2026

SICUR 2026

We participated in the latest edition of SICUR, showcasing our latest innovations in access control, biometrics, and automatic identification solutions, thereby strengthening our international presence.

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