AllTime Alarm Solutions and HKC Security Deliver Smart Access Control for Histon Biologists

Challenge: The Company of Biologists in Histon, Cambridgeshire, faced limitations with their car park security. The existing system relied on a timer-based operation for the security barriers, posing several challenges:

• Limited Access Control: Employees who needed to work late were unable to access the car park after hours.
• Inflexible Scheduling: Adjusting access times required manual intervention, hindering efficient operation.
• Remote Monitoring Difficulty: Monitoring the car park for unauthorized access or security breaches was cumbersome.

Solution: Alltime Alarm Solutions, an HKC Security partner, devised a creative solution to address these issues. They utilized the advanced features of the HKC SW10270 intruder alarm panel and the user-friendly SecureComm app to create a smart access control system for the car park barriers.

The HKC Advantage:

• Connectivity & Flexibility: The SW10270 panel and GSM/Wifi Communicator seamlessly integrated with the with an HKC RF relay connected to the car park barrier system, enabling remote control and automated operation.
• SecureComm App Empowers Control: The office manager gained complete control over the car park barriers through the SecureComm app. They can now:
  • Grant or deny access remotely at any time.
  • Schedule access times for specific individuals or groups.
  • Monitor the car park activity through a connected security camera feed within the app.

Results:

HKC Security's technology and Alltime Alarm Solutions' ingenuity delivered a robust and user-friendly car park access control system:

• Improved Access Management: Employees can now access the car park outside regular hours when necessary, enhancing work flexibility.
• Streamlined Operations: Automated access control eliminates the need for manual scheduling adjustments.
• Enhanced Security: Remote monitoring through the SecureComm app empowers the office manager to maintain a watchful eye on the car park, deterring potential security threats.
• Greater Protection: Using HKC’s GSM/Wifi connectivity the site is better protected with dual mode communication.

Testimonial:

Shaun Raven, MD of AllTime Alarm Solutions said: “having worked with HKC’s equipment for many years I knew the flexibility of the infrastructure provided by the SecureComm app and the robust HKC panel and communicators would help me solve this unique problem.  I’m delighted to have delivered another great security solution to a very happy customer.”

Conclusion:

This case study exemplifies how HKC Security's innovative solutions, combined with the ingenuity of a skilled security partner like Alltime Alarms, can deliver unique and effective security systems. By leveraging the connectivity and flexibility of the HKC equipment, this project demonstrates the ability to adapt security measures to meet specific customer needs, ultimately enhancing both convenience and protection.