Access Control

Do you feel that you have control of when individuals are coming and going in your facility?

Would you like more control?

Access control is granting access to the right person at the right time.  Entry is obtained by the use of either keys; or electronic access control systems including cards, biometric readers or personal identification number (PIN) keypads.

Keys

Keys are the standard access to locked doors.  However, once a key is handed to an individual there is no way to control when they can use it.  The individual has the control to, in most cases, make duplicates and enter locked doors at their discretion.

Electronic Access Control

In order to control access to a single door or multiples of doors it is necessary to use one of the electronic access control systems.  These systems allow for the ability to program the door(s) to lock or unlock at designated times, add and delete users, and print audit trails.  An audit trail records user activity.  The systems is powered either by battery or an independent power supply.  A personal computer is used for programming and monitoring as needed.

Cards

There are several different credentials included in card access systems.  The credentials include cards, tags, and keys with electronic key heads.  These access control systems include card swipers, insert readers, or proximity readers.  The proximity reader can read the card from a short distance, for instance in the user's pocket.

Biometric Readers

These readers all read physical characteristics of individuals that are unique to that person.  They include hand geometry, thumb print, and retinal scan.  This access system is the most secure.

Personal Identification Numbers (PIN)

A PIN number access system uses an authorization code number to enter a locked door.   This number is entered into a keypad.  This system is the least secure.   A PIN number is easily shared with unauthorized individuals or stolen by onlookers.

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