Access control
Access control is a solution which is absolutely required in all fields and scales as a basic element of security. From research institutes, data centers and secure areas to factories, apartments, offices, construction sites, hospitals, schools and banks, it is widely used at places that are trying to physically protect property or information from unauthorized people. access control solution is a biometrics-based system, providing greatly improved security than the access control solutions that use RF card only.
The different types of Access Control:
Manual access control
Uses people to secure specific access points, for example doormen or stewards. They identify people who want to enter the premises then decide based on predefined criteria whether or not they can enter/have access. This is often used in places such as cinemas, theatres, zoos and theme parks where getting information from people beforehand is difficult and identification isn’t required.
Mechanical access control
Mechanical technology is used to secure an access point. For example a cylinder lock with a key, this is typically used in homes or garages.
Electronic access systems
Electronic access control can be used for buildings/sites with advanced security requirements. These types of access require; a card, chip or other fobs with the right credentials. These must be presented to a reader in order for a person to be allowed to pass through. This also keeps record of who has passed through the area/ when, there are two types of Electronic access systems,
- Standalone systems
Used for single access points. Access is allowed or denied on the basis of access permissions locally in the standalone component. These systems are not wired, this means installation requirements are less, this saves time on site and allows for easy retrofitting of components. This is great for sites where access control would traditionally not be possible down to its location or existing site infrastructure. Standalone components can be integrated into larger access control systems using a combination of both online and standalone components. An examples of standalone components include Digital Cylinders, Mechatronic (Electronic and Mechanical combination) Cylinders, and Electronic Door Locks.
- Online systems
Used for larger sites with high access rates, these systems are wired and connected to the host system’s access control software. You can achieve High-security levels with these systems down to the real-time message exchange between the components and the software. You can also incorporate many other systems into it, such as an alarm system, elevator/lift control, etc.
Mechatronic access control
Using a combination of both electronic and mechanical can offer further security. As an example an electronic system first checks the card/ other media used, after this stage is passed only then can a key be used on the mechanical lock to open the door. This sort access control is used in offices with high-security requirements, private residential buildings, and server rooms.
Physical access systems
No matter how high rated a lock or access control system is, if the physical access system can be over looked then it is of little importance. Therefore the physical access system must be addressed and in line with the safety requirements.
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