The access control manufacturer TDSi has launched EXgarde 4.4, the latest version of the product. Amongst the additions to the new version, 4.4 offers a Tenant Event Split option, Elevator Dispatch facility, integration with SimonsVoss wireless locking, an updated EXtour Module, a security tours function and the new EXgarde Web Interface.
Mike Sussman, Technical Director at TDSi says: “Whilst EXgarde 4.4 shares many functions of previous versions, this latest version has been designed to incorporate a wide array of new features which add useful additional value to what is already a heavily feature-rich and comprehensive security solution.
“The new features are designed for a myriad of uses, from giving landlords greater control over access rights, to ensuring lift systems work in conjunction with access control through IP connectivity. Equally, we have included full integration with SimonsVoss wireless locking systems for improved flexibility and scope of installation, updated the EXtour module to assist security teams with their scheduled tours and designed a web interface which will give greater flexibility as to where security operators use and manage EXgarde.”
EXgarde 4.4 allows landlords to partition visibility of system and operator events according to the tenant using them. For example, if EXgarde is overseeing a number of sites it will be preferable that tenants are not privy to the details of other sites or properties – so landlords can specify the access and information rights allotted to the user.
Elevator Dispatch is designed to speed up travel and ease congestion in high traffic buildings. When a key-holder enters the access controlled area through the entrance or turnstile, EXgarde informs the elevator which then calculates the quickest elevator route to their destination floor and notifies and guides them automatically.
The new version of EXgarde features full integration with the SimonsVoss SmartIntego Online locking. When used with TDSi’s core systems, this allows greater flexibility in remote areas where access control may be more difficult the firm says.
EXgarde PRO’s Extour Module update lets the user pre-define specific security tours using access control readers. Each specified tour defines the order in which the readers should be visited, along with the set time they should be checked. Alarms in EXtour indicate in real time if specific tour points have not been reached, alerting operators to a potential emergency.
TDSi’s new web interface allows security operators/users to log into the server via their chosen web browser. This allows access to key functionality, such as adding and removing keyholders and keys, remote door control, basic reporting and live event monitoring. EXgarde 4.4 is available in three options:
EXgarde Express – The entry level version designed for a single site and up to 32 doors with limited features
EXgarde PRO – The multi-site compatible version that can control up to 32 doors. An upgrade to unlimited is also available.
EXgarde Enterprise – The unlimited door version designed for enterprise-level operations.
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