Discover The Total Security Solution Federal agencies are turning their attention to identifying and implementing changes to their physical access control systems (PACS) to support the new PIV card. Adopting advanced access control solutions gives your building projects the enhanced security and adaptability needed to thrive in an expanding digital world. PACS Spec [...]
Credential technologies have come a long way since first introduced over 30 years ago. Despite the availability of newer, more secure options, many facilities are still using antiquated and vulnerable access control technology. Whether it’s a physical key, fob, card or mobile credential, facility administrators may need to analyze their security ecosystem and prioritize [...]
Those of us in the security space are probably well aware of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2019, which prohibits the U.S. government from procuring video and telecommunication equipment from certain Chinese companies and their subsidiaries.This act specifically bans security cameras by Hikvision, Dahua, and their OEMs. [...]
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From pre-construction and logistics to installation and support, we're ready to take on your next project. Let's build on our history of success to deliver your next project on time and under budget. Read about these projects: Ventana by Buckner® United States Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command Wounded Warrior Sanctuary Lodge Free Consultation [...]
Today’s door is more than a frame, slab, and hardware, it is a dynamic digital ecosystem responsible for biometrics, card readers, video surveillance, and much more. Keeping up with innovations in the ever-changing tides of the door supplier industry has never been more relevant and important to providing customers with safe, efficient, and profitable [...]
Convention centers stand empty as do hotels. Most dormitories are vacant. Currently, public officials across the country are planning to repurpose some of these spaces as hospital facilities for patients with COVID-19. While social distancing measures are proving effective, but even so, public health experts are anticipating a strain on health systems that will [...]
The conversion of existing facilities to medical housing is a priority. American Direct is your partner as the threat of COVID-19 places additional pressure on infrastructure to accommodate the need for medical housing. The Federal Government is considering retasking campus and private facility housing for emergency use in the university and DOD sectors. Rapid [...]
For each opening in a building, there are dozens of Division 8 components. From frames to locks and everything in between, it can be overwhelming to try and coordinate with an array of subcontractors, each responsible for a different phase of delivery, installation, and integration. Add Division 28 requirements on top of that and [...]
Total Access Magazine is your source for the latest news, resources, and insights on totally integrated security solutions at the door opening. Read about the latest developments in the access control industry. The convergence of Division 28 and 8 is opening opportunities for a new type of security service provider capable of [...]