Having panic hardware on your doors can give occupants inside your building the peace of mind they need in case of an emergency. One of the biggest reasons people get injured during times of emergency is when they stampede in a panic towards the exits. By having panic hardware installed on the doors, you not [...]
Yes, you can lock a push bar. While push bars are safety mechanisms which usually need to be kept unlocked, there are some circumstances where they need to be locked. If you have an exterior door equipped with a push bar as the only locking mechanism, the bar may need to be locked up when [...]
You rely on your door lock system. You trust it both to keep unauthorized people out of your building and to allow your own staff convenient access to the building. Testing your business’ lock door systems is a smart way to ensure that you can still rely on them and that they are not causing [...]
Your steel door is supposed to project security, strength, and confidence. It should send a message that says, “don’t even bother wasting your time trying to break into me.” However, even surface damage to a security door sends the opposite message, making would-be thieves wonder if the door is compromised enough to break into. When [...]
In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, many of your staff and customers have likely become more aware of how many germs can be spread on surfaces, particularly surfaces that everyone has to touch. Keyless keypad door locks are one such thing. Everyone heading inside has to key in the same numbers. Disinfecting it is key [...]
Many of the people who try to gain entry into your building will attempt to use forced entry, rather than hacking an access control system or stealing a keycard. Forced entry attempts are especially likely in areas that are prone to rioting or buildings that are more likely to attract rioters, like government buildings. Forced [...]
Automatic doors are complicated machinery that is always in motion. When they break down, there are many parts that could be the source of your issue. Ultimately, you will want a professional’s help to find the problem, fix it, and even provide maintenance to prevent breakdowns in the first place. But, if you want to [...]
When you walk up to a door controlled by an Avigilon Alta access control system, the system recognizes your phone and lets you in. This is partly thanks to mobile credentials. A mobile credential is how your smartphone can confirm that it has access to the door you’re about to walk through. Previously, legacy security [...]
You’ve decided to invest in a quality access control system because keeping your building secure and making access for the right people simple are both a priority for you. That initial investment is important, but you can’t just “set and forget” your security. Every security system needs regular preventative maintenance to keep your property secure [...]
With the growing availability of commercial office space, the best tenants are increasingly harder to attract and retain. The longer your space is open, the more revenue you’re missing, and getting a low-quality tenant isn’t much better. If you want a high-quality tenant that will stay in your space, then you need to take steps [...]
Will your doors stay locked or stay unlocked when the power goes out? While modern access control systems have battery back-ups in the case of a power outage, these can fail. Then, what will happen with your doors? It depends on whether you chose a fail safe or fail secure system. Let us walk you [...]
You typically hear two things about Cloud-based access control systems: they are convenient and cost-effective but also not as secure as a locally hosted option. However, that isn’t necessarily true. There are many steps that a security company can take to make their cloud security more secure and a better option for you than local [...]
If you're a business owner in Sacramento and you're concerned about the seeming increase in break-ins and theft, you're not alone. You're also not wrong to be concerned. Break-ins are increasing across the board in the county. Overall, Sacramento has 34.62 victims of property crimes for every 1,000 residents (Neighborhood Scout.) Not only is this [...]
We often get calls from concerned customers who are wondering if they can rekey their locks or if they should be changed out entirely. It’s cheaper to rekey locks if your current lock system will support it. However, it can also be less secure. It’s best to get personalized advice from a commercial locksmith about [...]
Which way should your commercial door swing? Your door swing direction is not just about convenience but also safety and the structural integrity of the building. There are different mandated door swing directions for different kinds of doors and under different building codes. Before you look up how to hang a door, make sure that [...]
Who likes fumbling around with keys? Even when you can find them, doors used as often as a business’ will often develop lock problems, so you have to put pressure on the door to open and close it. Not only can keyless options be more convenient and efficient, but they can also be more secure [...]
When you’re planning out your commercial doors, there is a balance between safety and security. You need to achieve both strong doors and locks that protect the property and safe doors that can be opened easily to allow people to escape dangerous situations. You can have total security and safety. One of the best ways [...]
Grout is a matter of security, more than you may realize. Many property managers wonder if they should add grout to their steel door’s frame. You might think that it will improve the stability of the door but, depending on the circumstances, it may actually undermine the security of your door. It is a common [...]
Could managing your property’s security be easier, or is cloud-based access control not right for you? Newer access control systems have been designed to work with the cloud. Cloud-based systems may be more convenient for you, as they allow you to avoid having a server onsite to run the access control system. But does that [...]
Access control may seem simple. You give people who need access the ability to get into the building, and that’s it, right? Businesses, their staff, and access needs are always changing. Deciding who gets to grant and give access and to what is very important to maintain security. The main three types of access [...]
