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How does a Double Magnetic Lock work? 1

Jul

22

2014

Let us discuss the need-to-know about magnet locks and when you would need to include a 1200 lb double magnetic lock to your door access installation. If your entrance or interior entrance has a double door with the option to open one door or both, you could be a candidate for a double magnetic lock. ...

Industries that are Purchasing Door Access Control 3

Jan

8

2014

I just received the newest issue from Security Sales & Integration (The Gold Book 2014). Many “Fast Facts” about door access control and security details from the years past were found throughout the pages. I was particularly interested in the statistics of Access Control Sales by Industry. If you want to look it up the ...

1TouchIQ2 Keyless Lock Water Test

Sep

19

2013

1TouchIQ2 Biometric Lock Quality Guide

May

15

2013

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When to Migrate From an HID Card Reader to Biometric Door Access

Nov

21

2012

If the number of employees has out grown your current door or attendance device and you will need to upgrade to another device. This would be a good time to reevaluate the technologies that are available and consider the benefits of migrating from a Card Reader to Biometric. The ability to have both an HID ...

How is Anti-Passback used with Access Control?

Nov

15

2012

Ways Anti-passback is Used Anti-passback was designed to prevent fraudulent activity within a work space, gym, or any other facility that is protected with a door access control system. Anti-passback is a setting that will prevent a card/ fob or pin code from being used twice to gain access through a door without exiting a ...

What is a deadbolt and types of a deadbolt lock

Oct

25

2012

Definition of a deadbolt: A deadbolt lock is a form with many names. Some refer to this type of lock with a particular deadbolt latch as a dead lock or deadbolt. A deadbolt is “a lock bolt that is moved by turning a knob or key without action of a spring” – Merriam-Webster Deadbolt differences ...

3 Tips for Choosing a Dependable Security Monitoring Company

Oct

23

2012

Whether at the business, home, hospital or university level, there are numerous benefits to pursue security monitoring services. Investing in professional monitoring services for your security system can ensure better protection over your assets, employees or family members. Such services can also provide a sound peace of mind in that a trusted professional is overseeing ...

Biometric Use at the University Level

Oct

10

2012

Biometric systems in schools use ranges in colleges and universities across the United States and the world. It is more common now than ever to see storage rooms for chemistry, staff facilities and gym use protected by mifare card locks and fingerprint ID door control. The expansion of biometric systems in the classroom has be ...

The Value of a Fingerprint Mortise Lock

Sep

20

2012

Mortise locks have been popular for many years across the world. A mortise lock is more secure than a typical lock because it contains a heavier return spring and a more solid locking mechanism. To provide even more security, Fingerprintdoorlocks.com offers the 1TOUCHXL, a mortise lock with fingerprint access. Fingerprint access ensures the safety of ...