Both digital and physical access control remains a top priority for security leaders everywhere. Security magazine highlights a variety of access control products.

Adams Rite

Prevents Jamb Spread and Enhances Strength

Adams Rite 8800 Rim Exit Devices offers reliable security, durable construction and streamlined design for narrow stile aluminum doors. Its Starwheel bolt interlocks door to frame to provide enhanced strength and prevent jamb spread, while a clean profile and fewer pinch points make it ideal for high-traffic storefronts. The 8800 is part of a series of life-safety and fire-rated exit devices by Adams Rite, available with a range of mechanical and electrical options, multiple finishes and compatible products for a seamless solution. Image courtesy of Adams Rite
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Alfred

Make Smart Locks Code-Compliant

Alfred International is unveiling the new Interconnect Kit, a solution that enables any Alfred smart deadbolt to function as a code-compliant interconnect lock with single-motion egress functionality, ideal for both retrofit and new installs. Engineered to meet the rigorous demands of both commercial and residential applications, the kit is designed for quick and easy installation in standard prepped doors. Featuring multiple lever options, a sleek profile, and finishes that match Alfred’s smart locks, the Interconnect Kit is a first-of-its-kind accessory — a robust yet minimalist commercial-grade solution designed for modern security needs. Image courtesy of Alfred
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HES

Monitor and Prevent Unauthorized Access

HES has introduced new monitoring capabilities to its 9800 Series of high-security, surface-mounted electric strikes with the addition of LBM (latchbolt monitoring) and LBSM (latchbolt and strike monitoring) options. This latest addition brings new, premium capabilities to the product series, including the ability to monitor latch, strike and door position and provide real-time status notifications on and whether openings are securely closed or open, the strike is locked and the latch is correctly affixed. Security personnel receive instant notifications on unauthorized access attempts or product malfunctions to maintain uptime proactively. Image courtesy of HES
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iPRO

Manage All Doors Within a Building

MonitorCast provides intuitive door management and access levels. System Administrators can configure levels to be on a schedule, consisting of a single or multiple location, and be linked to video events. MonitorCast can deliver instant alarms and event notifications via email or live notifications on the dashboard. Instant alarm notifications range from Forced Door or Access Denied alarms, allowing first responders to react quickly and effectively. Alarms can be configured based on sites and configured with any time schedule. Available with multiple modes, including Hard, Soft, Area and Timer based options, anti-passback prevents credential sharing and unauthorized access. Image courtesy of iPRO
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Oleria

Identity Management Using AI

Oleria announced Oleria Copilot, an AI-powered identity security assistant embedded within Oleria Identity Security, designed to help security teams gain immediate, actionable insights, reduce risk and accelerate access decisions. With Oleria Copilot, security teams can quickly answer complex identity questions — such as "Give me a list of machine accounts with last password change greater than 90 days”, “Show all admins that have been dormant for 30 or more days”, or “Give me a list of resources shared externally with freemail accounts that are dormant for more than 90 days” — using conversational intelligence that simplifies identity investigations. Image courtesy of Oleria
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