Access Control

Metroline Security provide access control solutions to control who is permitted to enter and exit your premises. Access control systems offer a variety of solutions to allow the free flow of authorised personnel through secured premises while denying entry to unauthorised persons. Obviously being able to control who enter a building through either main access and egress routes is essential, however this is a very small part of the huge potential offered by access control systems offer.

For example, any prohibited areas such as a Director's office, stock room or IT server room may require increased security, in addition to protecting staff from unwanted visitors. However, more sophisticated systems are now commonplace which allow access control systems to integrate seamlessly into time and attendance systems, or even into on-site vending machines and cafeterias!

Keypad Entry:

A typical system is a keypad access control system used in conjunction with a regular lock and key. This generally has a numeric terminal or keypad connected to the lock release mechanism through a control unit.

Magnetic Strip:

More commonly referred to as Swipe Cards, these systems allow entry and exit once a card comes into contact with a card reader.

Proximity Readers:

Proximity systems are a more effective method of enabling access control as there are contactless. This means that the card itself does not have to come into physical contact with the reader, reducing wear and tear as well as speeding up the process.

Smartcard Readers:

Smartcards and readers have the advantage of being able to store additional information which can be used for other services, such as school library membership, cashless vending, or storing other individual data. Smartcards can be either contactless (proximity systems) or alternatively a contact chip system which will require the card to be manually inserted.

Biometric Readers:

The most sophisticated types of reader permit entry only if the authorised user's unique human characteristics are recognised. This raises the security level significantly as such unique identifiers as fingerprint, hand, retinal or facial patterns are used by biometric readers.

Hands Free Readers:

Using active cards which transmit a signal, you can automatically unlock or open a door when the receiver detects the card. This makes it ideal in respect of the Disability Discrimination ACT (DDA), as no action is required by the card bearer.

Impartial Advice:

Whatever type of system you require, whether you need a consultation and advice on access control at the design stage, or effective solutions to an existing security problem, we will put our expertise at your disposal to ensure that you get the right system for your requirements and budgetary constraints.