Assa Abloy access control's innovative Aperio locking solution has been installed and interfaced to the ACS PLAN Access Control System at the London offices of international law firm Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer. The London office has recently undergone some refurbishment and at the same time security arrangements were reviewed.
Following significant research by the security team and ACS who provide the current PLAN access control system, Assa access control technology was found to be the most cost effective and easy to install solution to enable wireless links, without any need to modify the doors.
Stuart House of PCL Whitehall, Security Manager said: “The London office is undergoing a significant refurbishment and this period was the perfect opportunity to review the security arrangements to improve access control. Aperio appealed to us because of its innovative design and ability to work with the security solution in place. We have found it really easy to install and operate, as access can be granted or denied instantly without the need for updating cards or visiting individual door locations."
To date, Aperio cylinders have been fitted on a variety of applications, including all IT cabinets, high security maintenance areas and some offices. All have been integrated with the ACS PLAN Security system via Mifare technology.
Ray Philips of ACS added: “There are many different factors to consider when looking at the security of such a prestigious solicitor's office. Not only is there the need to accommodate daily activity of a significant number of staff and visitors, but also an ability to instantly update card access points is vital, for example with trainee solicitor's changing departments regularly.
The Aperio wireless locking solution allows free egress via the lock handle when required and the use of existing card credentials on additional online doors. This provides real time audits and instant updates of access restrictions through the existing access control system.