Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
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About us
Founded in 2013, TBOX TECH is a UK-based technology company specialising in RFID and vending solutions that improve visibility, accuracy and control across industrial environments. We design and develop our own software, hardware and automation systems, helping manufacturers, warehouses and engineering businesses eliminate manual processes, reduce inventory errors and gain real-time insight into their operations.
Patented RFID and Vending Solutions
Designed and Manufactured in the UK
30 Years of Expertise
Jon Elwell CEO and Owner
We built our patented RFID and vending systems to solve real problems, and seeing the savings they create for manufacturers is the reason we never stop improving them.
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RFID Inventory Management Experts
25+
Years of Experience.
7.5K
Designs and layouts completed.
10M+
Transactions managed by Tbox patented technology.
Our Timeline
1999 - 2006 - Starting Out
Jon Elwell was the first dedicated engineer for Cromwell Supply Systems in the UK, working closely with clients to develop, support, and implement inventory management solutions. His focus on best practice and change management helped ensure successful adoption and maximum value from every Vending technology deployment.
2007 - 2009 The Revolution
Between 2007 and 2009, ProVyda became a patented industrial vending platform, alongside the development of the ProPod RFID Portal and Gateway software. The first ProPod was installed at ZF Peterlee, where it remains in service today, demonstrating the durability of the technology.
2013 - Tbox Tech Begins
Founded in July 2013, Tbox Ltd delivers advanced RFID and industrial vending solutions focused on reducing waste, improving control, and achieving inventory excellence through the Patented ProPod, ProVyda, and smart RFID systems.
2018 - 2023 Developing the Platform
Between 2018 and 2023, Tbox Ltd refined its patented ProPod RFID Portal and ProVyda platforms and developed the RFID Kiosk, expanding its RFID technology to support greater accuracy, automation, and control across industrial environments.
2025 - 2026 The Breakthrough
By 2025, Tbox Limited reached a major breakthrough, partnering with Zebra Technologies and launching ProVyda 2.0 alongside new RFID tag encoding approaches. This became Tbox’s strongest year to date for innovation, delivery, and commercial growth, further recognised by winning both Small Business of the Year and Engineering & Manufacturing Business of the Year at the Aycliffe Business Park Make Your Mark Awards.
Where do we go from here?
Led by Jon, Tbox is a family business working closely with both customers and partners to understand real operational challenges. Our team of business and technology specialists collaborates openly to deliver solutions that provide genuine, measurable value. We develop and refine our technology every day, staying aligned with how organisations actually operate.
