How To Choose The Most Effective Access Control System For Your Unique Needs

Is your business still using an antiquated security system? If you think you are living in the past, chances are you are probably right.  With technology changing so rapidly, it’s hard to keep pace with what is out there and what is no longer acceptable. As different options become available, it’s important to know what the differences are and how they apply to your needs.  The security systems outlined below are important for many industries and businesses regardless of size.

1. Door/Elevator Controls

For high-end residential condo’s or governmental agencies, a common type of access control feature ties into the elevator system.  A special elevator access control unit is installed and used to determine the floors that can be reached based on the access control credential. Your card or fob can be customized based on the floor or department you have access to. For example, if you work for the accounting department and it is situated on the 2nd floor, you will only be given access to the 2nd floor and nothing else.  Similarly, if you live on the 30^th floor, you will only have access to that floor and nothing else besides the lobby/garage.

2. Barrier Gates

If you are looking to control unwanted visitors, the first line of defense is typically a gate system of some kind.  Security barriers and automated gate systems are integral parts of an automated electronic security system’s access control solutions. The presence of security barriers and gates provides protection from access of unauthorized personnel to your premises.

3. Card Readers

Large offices and industrial complexes typically use a card access system as one form of access control. The modern card reading systems are electronic devices that can read plastic cards or fobs embedded with a computer chip, barcode or magnetic strip.  There are other more complex systems capable of providing additional layers of security, but the most common for this type of application are offices.

4. Telephone Entry System

Most residential and multi-family communities prefer this type of access control system.  In this case, a telephone entry system is installed at the entrance of the community and is the communication device that links the resident to the visitor.  Typically, it is installed in conjunction to a gate (or entrance door to a building) where visitors can call the office and request entry. Most telephone entry systems have a keypad to enter codes to open the gate or keep it open for longer periods of time.

5. RFID Systems

RFID security systems or radio frequency identification system is a technology-based identification system that helps to identify objects as they pass by, typically on vehicles via the tags attached to them.  Most high-end gated communities use this type of access where they do not want the residents to stop and open their windows or slow down to present any type of credential.  The seamless transaction and ease of use make this most desirable to luxury communities. 

At Royce Integrated We provide a wide variety of access control systems for your specific security needs. By electronically permitting or denying certain individuals’ access to specific areas of your properties, our access control technology serves to protect not only the physical assets but the digital assets of your property and business. Contact us to install the security systems.