Access control turnstiles can play a pivotal role in your building’s security and pedestrian traffic control. Recently, we’ve been incredibly impressed with the compact footprint and helpful integrations offered by the SU5000 Optical Turnstile by Alvarado. Alvarado SU5000 Optical Turnstile The SU5000 Optical Turnstile offers a slim size, making it incredibly useful for areas that …
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Building security is a major focus for many condo and apartment buildings, especially in mixed-use scenarios that include office or retail space. It can be challenging to achieve a balance between function and appearance that will be welcoming while still maintaining the safety and privacy of residents. A properly planned access control solution can provide …
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Access Control as a Service Last year we told you about the growing trend of the “as a Service” business model starting to penetrate the security market. Access Control as a Service (ACaaS), is a subscription-based alternative to traditional access control solutions. Through ACaaS, data processing and storage takes place off-site, eliminating the need to …
According to cannabis regulations, access to areas where cannabis is grown, sorted, or handled must be restricted to employees who are designated to work in those areas. In order to achieve this, today’s cannabis production facilities use a mix of ID cards or key fobs, and card readers to manage and track access throughout their …
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What is Access Control? Access control is a term used to describe any technique used to control movement into or out of an area. Even something as simple as a lock and key can be described as access control because it’s controlling someone’s access to a specific area. Like most things in the security industry, …
Integration has become an important piece of any facility’s security system. Today’s integrators now take a multi-layered approach to bring together video surveillance, access control, and intrusion to build one comprehensive security solution. In today’s article, we are going to concentrate specifically on surveillance cameras, and their contribution to the overall “integrated security system”. There …
This month we reviewed Access Control Turnstiles, and the role they can play in your facility. From this Guide to Access Control Turnstiles to these tips on How To Choose the Right Access Control Turnstile for your Facility, Bulldog Fire and Security has you covered through every step of the process. Bulldog Fire and Security …
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An Access Control Turnstile can be an integral part of your building’s overall security, and there are many elements to consider when choosing the right solution for your facility. This is not a decision that should fall to just one person, and we encourage you to seek input from a variety of departments within your …
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Access Control Turnstiles are becoming increasingly common in public facilities both in new construction and retrofits to existing facilities. These systems are very effective in mitigating unauthorized entry into buildings, and with the wide variety of turnstiles available, building owners are able to implement different types depending on the needs of specific areas of their …
The Importance of Perimeter Security for Commercial and Industrial Facilities A security gate is an important piece of the perimeter security and access control for a commercial or industrial facility’s security system. The purpose of these devices is to control access to specific areas of the complex to authorized staff members and/or visitors. Depending on …
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