Controllers
Installation Location
- Availability of a local network for system management via software or Internet portal
- Number of planned users and anticipated frequency of updates required to maintain the system database to meet security objectives and user satisfaction
- The proximity of gates and doors requiring electronic locking mechanisms to the planned location of the system controller
- Pre-planned wiring installed vs post construction challenges
- Availability of electrical power for the system
Scope of Deployment
- The number of doors and gates requiring credentials for entry
- Design of doors and gates to determine the type of electronic locking mechanism needed
- Based upon the types and design of the doors and gates, the extent of the modifications required for installation of readers and electronic locks
- Pre-planned wiring installed vs post construction challenges
- Local and national building codes to satisfy first responder requirements as well as the Americans with Disabilities Act
Product Features and Functionality
- Number of doors and gates that can be managed by the controller
- Administrative user management options – touch screen, software, internet portal, smart phone
- System interface - ease of use – training required – availability of support
- Connectively capabilities for local or remote system management
- Distribution capability local only, local network, remote, network, and/or Internet portal
- Number of users supported
Product Selection
HighpowerOne
Doorking
ProdataKey
