Access Control Systems

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An access control system enables you to fix the authority as to who can access your building. Small, medium and large organizations are realizing the advantages of using electronic systems and are replacing their old key-based access control systems.

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Access Control Security Systems range from touch pad to key code. Our advisors listen to what you want ensuring you receive the best access control system for your property. As Norcomm UK has been established for many years our staff are experts at creating quality Access Control Security Systems for large properties.

 

Why Access Control?

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An access control system is an electronic security system that addresses the limitations of traditional locks and keys, allowing for easy and complete management of access to restricted areas of a property. Installation of an access control system not only restricts entry or exit into or from a certain area by unwanted visitors, but will also protect the people already inside the area. An extended range of credentials can be programmed into the system and each event can be recorded into an event log for further evaluation.

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An access control system is typically used by commercial enterprises, such as gyms that want to control access to its premises depending on time or membership levels. High users also include government buildings or any facility that requires a high level security, laboratories being a perfect example.

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Credentials for an access control system come in various forms and usually involve the following :

* PIN numbers are popular since the vast majority of users are already familiar with such
* Magstripes or swipe cards are regularly used by major hospitality chains and can carry additional and useful information based on particular needs
* Biometric factors can refer to fingerprints, hand geometry, facial or retina recognition, as these are the more common human characteristics used

These credentials are processed by readers that can also be programmed to be of short range, usually up to about 100mm in distance, or long range, up to one meter. This is a fast method of entry that requires no physical contact, conforming to the Disability Discrimination Act. The latest addition to these readers, an integral part of an access control system, is the IP reader that uses software running on a Windows computer and is connected to the Ethernet network.

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High security areas that require monitoring the movement of people in both directions may use magnetic locks and strikes that actually act as an access control system in themselves.

Precise access management is the determining factor for an access control system and a detailed analysis of who and how the access control system will be used is highly recommended.