Door Industry Journal - Spring 2021

Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk 98 THE door industry journal spring 2021 Automated Gates & Barriers Partnership Brings New GSM and Vehicle RFID Solutions to IN2 Access IN2 Access & Control has partnered with PAL Electronics to become their UK Distributor The partnership means PAL’s market- leading GSM and vehicle RFID solutions are added to the IN2 Access portfolio. “We look forward to introducing PAL’s products to a wider UK audience,” says Derek Foreman, Director of Sales & Marketing for IN2 Access. “Bluetooth/GSM door and gate controllers as well as vehicle RFID systems are new product categories for us, but certainly complement our existing access control and safety products, it’s a natural extension.” PAL’s range of PALGate 3G/4G controllers as well as its plug-and-play RFID entry systems will be available with 12 months SIM card and web portal access. Trade discounts will be available to resellers and installers. Later in the year, additional PAL products such as Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) systems and GSM/Bluetooth/RJ45 wireless intercoms are planned for launch. A Killer Feature: PAL’s web-based Dashboard All data-connected PAL products feature tight integration to PAL’s web portal, with free access included on all PAL/IN2 SIM plans or as a standalone subscription service. The ability to commission devices before installation saves a significant amount of time spent onsite. Once installed, system management can be done remotely, with the ability to view voltage stability, cellular signal quality, signal noise, and connection stability for each device. This makes for efficient troubleshooting and potentially saves on costly service visits. PALGate accessories such as wireless vehicle detectors and remote controls can be programmed via the portal, and also show battery status. Beyond initial set up and device servicing, the portal gives administrators the ability to add users via spreadsheet upload. Once added, individual users or groups can be configured to only allow access on certain days, hours, or special events. “Once you see the capabilities of the web portal dashboard, you will want to use it to manage all of your PAL products,” Derek says. “The smartphone app is great for standard tasks, but the dashboard makes remote management more efficient and easy. Time, after all, is money.”