Office towers, institutional buildings, and larger residential complexes need to manage the movement of people, distinguishing between different categories of workers, tenants, visitors, and intruders. A well-designed access control system can facilitate easy access for authorized personnel while effectively managing and restricting entry for unauthorized individuals.
Advantages of an Access Control System
- Streamlined Facility Management: Electronic keys are highly secure and challenging to duplicate. They can be easily replaced by the system administrator and deactivated if lost.
- User Customization: The system allows for precise control over who can access specific areas, at what times, and through which entrances.
- Remote Access: The system can enable you to remotely unlock doors for individuals, even when you’re not on-site.
- Aid in Criminal Apprehension: Customizable reports detailing who accessed particular areas and at what times can be invaluable in investigations of vandalism, theft, or other suspicious activities.
5 Parts of Access Control Systems
- Control Panel The control panel authorizes the opening and closing of entrances and exits. It includes a circuit board, power supply, and battery backup. The size of the circuit board determines the number of doors the panel can manage.
- Reader Access control readers act as the “locks” of the system. They are installed at secured entry and exit points. When they read compatible access cards or fobs, they transmit the information to the control panel for verification, allowing the door to temporarily unlock.
- Cards or Fobs Access control cards or fobs serve as the “keys” of the system. They contain information about the user and their access rights. Users swipe these cards or fobs on the reader to unlock the door.
- Entry or Exit Hardware Once access is granted, a signal is sent to unlock the door. The door requires specific equipment, such as electric door strikes, magnetic locks, or request-to-exit motion detectors, to function with the system.
- Software The system administrator uses software to manage users, their access rights, schedules, and other system settings.
Services
Installation
Install access control systems in existing buildings or new constructions.
Repair
Repair malfunctioning access control systems.
Service
Conduct inspections to identify and address potential issues early.
Integration
Configure your access control system to work seamlessly with your video surveillance system.