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Access Control System Installation

ACS installation process

Access control system (ACS) installation is an extensive, time-consuming process. The study of various nuances and the final implementation of the entire project is a condition for further security and control of the enterprise. The process of installing an access control system from the first draft solutions of the project to the launch of the system involves many nuances, collecting the necessary project documentation, checking the technical characteristics of the premises, checking for the combination of the system's power grids with other sources of electricity, etc.

The requirements of the customer to the company that is engaged in the installation of access control systems are carefully adjusted, compared with the necessary standards, software developments. The process of installing an access control system begins with the collection of the necessary documents. The documentation for the implementation of the project should be as follows - the plans of the facility for each floor separately, the specification of devices and their components, estimates, drawings for the distribution of connecting cables, requirements for the operation of the equipment. Such a number of documents will allow the customer to understand all the necessary nuances of operation. The preliminary stage of project development is the inspection of the premises. Then the specialists begin to develop working sketches and drawings.

On the basis of working drawings, sketches, design standards, the installation of the entire system is carried out. The initial moment of installation is the installation of the reader. From the operation and principle of operation of the reader, the conditions of its secrecy, the level of secrecy of the premises, the delimitation of permissible zones is determined. In some cases, the reader can be placed on one outer side of the zone. Then, the reverse side should be equipped with a button to open. If it is necessary to organize escape routes, the door on which the reader is installed is equipped with a special emergency opening system.

The next stage of installation is the arrangement of sensors, turnstiles, detectors. At this stage of the ACS installation, the quality of the equipment that will be offered by the security company is important. An equally important point in the installation of the system is the connection of the system to the control mechanism. It is most advisable now to use a personal computer. The convenience of using a computer is due to the fact that the computer has a wide range of functions. If it is necessary to integrate other security systems or additional equipment into the existing system into the access control system, programmers rebuild the software. In the case of using a conventional ACS control panel, firstly, the probability of fixing a violation is reduced, and secondly, when expanding the system, it is necessary to purchase a new remote control.

Installation companies that install ACS should be familiar not only with the principles of operation, but also with the impact of this system on the surrounding space. Also, ACS installers must conduct separate ground lines for the operation of sensors, cables and other components of the system. The grounding circuit must not be galvanically connected to the ground line of other rooms.

Installing an access control system is an expensive process, many companies offer a conditional calculation of the installation of the system, taking into account the development of the project and other features. At a certain stage of the ACS installation, there may be a need to optimize the design solution in order to reduce costs. The main criterion for the pricing policy of firms is the cost of equipment, the cost of intermediaries - suppliers or sellers. Another pricing point is the controller architecture. The controller in terms of architecture is classified into dual-rank architecture and peer-to-peer. Controllers with a dual-rank architecture had an advantage at the stages of the emergence of ACS, now installing a controller with a peer-to-peer architecture is cheaper.

An equally important factor in simplifying the work of ACS is the construction of networks. Modern technologies suggest the possibility of wireless control of the system. In this case, installation will be cheaper and faster. The inclusion of the system in the work of the enterprise will also be faster. Modern access control systems enter the market already with software. It also reduces the cost of purchasing, installing and configuring programs. The quality, speed of service also affects the price of ACS. Additional work of engineers, designers, various adjustments increase the cost of installing a control and access system. Here the customer is able to save his money if the task of installing the ACS is set very clearly. The feasibility of the selected equipment also affects the cost. For example, there are objects in which it is not advisable to install a controller connected to a computer and install additional software. In this case, the installation of simpler ACS elements will be cheaper. Installation of ACS is a costly and lengthy process. Taking into account various factors will help to avoid mistakes, even at the design stage and the presentation of the technical specifications by the installer, thereby saving the customer's money. Accounting for construction and medical standards is also an indicator that must be taken into account in the process of project work and installation. Modern technologies often offer more economical, as well as less time-consuming, installation processes.