Access control, what is physical access control
During these last days, I was charged to start up a large project. It was a redundant security system. Meaning that, there was a main server, a fail-over server, two core switches and many POE switches.
I was then confronted … Read more
From physical keys and mechanical cylinders, to access cards and wireless locks. The security industry is innovating drastically.
Technological innovation is changing security industry. That is visible with the introduction of the internet and the wireless technology.
Not so long … Read more
Electrical locks are devices that keep the door locked, and open it only for authorized people electrically. They are important devices in security systems.
Locking devices are low voltage devices working on AC or DC: 12V or 24V.
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At a first glance, access control would be a card reader that unlocks a door. However, it is much more elaborated than any could imagine.
It sets all the door properties and behavior. It recognizes the door status and the … Read more
The access control systems consist of setting up means to filter the access of people to certain places.
This article is an overview of access control systems. It walks you through the ins and outs of the systems.
Its objective … Read more