by Ferdison Cayetano | Jun 15, 2023 | Apartment Intercom System
Key takeaways A door intercom with a camera allows residents to see and hear guests before granting entry. Door intercoms with cameras send wired signals to a resident’s intercom substation — or even wireless signals to a resident’s phone. To open the door remotely,... Read More
by Ferdison Cayetano | Jun 9, 2023 | Apartment Intercom System
Key takeaways No-cut electric strikes are crucial parts of electronic access control systems. They house the keeper inside of the locking mechanism. This way, you can avoid cutting into the doorframe to install them. A no-cut strike uses a smaller keeper positioned at... Read More
by Bryson Hile | May 3, 2023 | Apartment Intercom System, Video Intercom Systems
Key takeaways A video intercom system with door release is a two-way video communications system that automatically opens doors and grants access to tenants and visitors. A video door phone intercom system typically costs between $1,500 to $10,000. A video intercom... Read More
by Nick Manzolillo | Mar 24, 2023 | Apartment Intercom System
Key takeaways Smartphone intercoms are modern systems that pair with residents’ smartphones for easy and remote access. Smartphone intercoms allow for remote access, the elimination of physical keys, and easier guest management. The most robust... Read More
by Ferdison Cayetano | Mar 13, 2023 | Apartment Intercom System
Key takeaways The top three electronic latches offer enhanced security and convenience. Electronic latches are locks that disengage when they receive a short burst of electricity. They’re an integral part of many access control systems. Residents use electronic locks... Read More
by Ferdison Cayetano | Mar 3, 2023 | Apartment Intercom System
Takeaways The best maglock brands include Dormakaba, Assa Abloy, and Schlage. Maglocks are a type of locking mechanism that uses electromagnetism to secure an entrywaykj. Magnetic locks use an electromagnet and armature plate located on the doorframe and the door,... Read More