Door & Office Access Control
Readers, controllers and locks for offices, shops, server rooms and stockrooms, with user schedules and logs.
Access Control · Biometrics · Video Intercoms · Gate Integration
Access Control Systems for Homes, Estates & Businesses in KZN
We design, install and support access control for doors, gates and entrances: card, PIN, fingerprint and face readers, video intercoms and gate integration, with a clear record of who went where and when. Using Dahua and Hikvision hardware on secure MikroTik and Ubiquiti networks, with backup power so doors behave predictably in a power cut.
Card, PIN & biometricVideo intercoms & gatesUsers, schedules & logsPower-cut ready
WHAT IS ACCESS CONTROL?
Decide who goes where, and keep a record
Access control is a system that decides who may enter a door, gate or area, and when, and keeps a record of it. It combines readers (PIN, card, fingerprint, face or phone), controllers, locks and management software, so you can add or remove people instantly instead of changing keys.
Keys get lost, copied and never returned. Access control replaces them with credentials you can switch off in seconds, schedules that limit entry to the right hours and logs that show who went where. For a business, that means better security and less admin. For an estate or complex, it means managed entry for residents, visitors and contractors.
We install access control as part of a complete security solution, working alongside CCTV so you can match an entry event with video, and on a reliable network and internet link for remote management.
WHAT WE DO
Access Control Services
Biometric & Face Recognition
Fingerprint and face-recognition terminals where you want credentials that cannot be shared or lost.
Video Intercoms
Video intercoms for homes, apartment blocks and entrances, so you can see and speak to visitors before you let them in.
Gate & Boom Integration
Connect readers, intercoms or ANPR to gate and boom controllers where the equipment supports it.
ANPR Vehicle Access
Number-plate recognition for gates and car parks, with logging and optional access rules.
Users, Schedules & Audit Logs
Set who can go where and when, remove people instantly and export reports of entries and exits.
Integration with CCTV
Match door events with camera footage so you can see who was at a door when an event happened.
Maintenance & Support
Firmware updates, user administration, lock and reader repairs and regular health checks.
EVERY SIZE OF SITE
Access Control from One Door to Multi-Site
We scale the system to the site. Timelines are indicative and depend on cabling, access and equipment availability.
Home & Small Office
Convenient, key-free entry and a video intercom for homes and small offices.
- Keypad, card or fingerprint entry
- Video intercom to your phone
- Simple user management
- Gate or door integration
- Battery backup
Often installed in 1 to 2 days
Business & Office
Controlled entry for staff areas, stockrooms and server rooms, with schedules and logs.
- Controller and reader per door
- User groups and time schedules
- Entry and exit reports
- Server room and stockroom protection
- Integration with CCTV
Typically 2 to 7 days
Estates & Complexes
Managed entry for residential estates, complexes and commercial parks, including vehicles and visitors.
- Resident and visitor entry
- Video intercoms and gate integration
- ANPR at vehicle entrances
- Contractor access rules
- Network links across the estate
Scoped per site, often in phases
Corporate & Multi-Site
Standardised access control with central management, policy controls and documented maintenance.
- Standard hardware and builds
- Central user management
- Secure network segmentation
- Audit reports and retention policies
- Support agreements
Scoped and delivered in phases
CHOOSING CREDENTIALS
PIN, Card, Biometric or Phone Access?
Each credential type suits different sites and risks. Many sites combine two for higher security.
| Credential | Best for | Strengths | Consider |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIN code | Low-risk areas and simple entry | No cards to lose and easy to set up | Codes can be shared or observed |
| Card or fob | Staff, residents and general business entry | Quick, inexpensive and easy to cancel when lost | Cards can be lent or lost, so a PIN or biometric adds security |
| Fingerprint | Staff entry and sensitive areas | Tied to a person, cannot be lent | Biometric data needs careful handling, and dirty or worn fingers can affect reading |
| Face recognition | Hands-free entry and busy entrances | Fast and contactless | Biometric data needs careful handling, and performance depends on lighting and model |
| Mobile credential | Sites that want phone-based entry | Convenient and easy to issue or revoke | Depends on the reader and platform supporting it |
| ANPR (number plate) | Vehicle gates and car parks | No tag or remote needed | Accuracy depends on camera angle, speed and lighting |
LIFE SAFETY & POWER CUTS
Doors That Behave Safely When Things Go Wrong
Access control must never trap people or leave a site unprotected. We plan for fire, emergencies and power cuts before we install.
Emergency exit planning
Doors are designed to release for emergency exit and fire requirements. We recommend confirming your needs with your fire safety officer or local authority.
Fail-safe or fail-secure
We choose the lock type for each door, so it behaves the way you want when power fails.
Battery backup
Controllers, locks and readers are backed up so doors keep working through load-shedding.
Surge protection
Lightning and power surges damage controllers and readers, so we protect power and data lines where practical.
RESPONSIBLE ACCESS CONTROL
Biometrics, Logs and POPIA
Biometric data and entry logs are personal information, and biometric information is treated as special personal information under POPIA. This is general guidance, not legal advice.
Consent and purpose
Tell people what is collected and why. Your attorney or information officer can advise on consent for your situation.
Limited access to data
Only authorised administrators can see or export records and templates.
Secure storage
Systems sit on a protected network with strong credentials and updates.
Retention and removal
Records are kept for a defined period, and leavers are removed promptly.
HOW WE WORK
Our Access Control Process
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Site survey
We walk the site, note doors, gates, users and risks, and discuss emergency exits, visitors and who needs access where.
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Design & quote
You receive a system design with readers, locks, controllers and an itemised quote.
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Install & commission
We install neatly, test every door and gate and configure users, schedules and alerts.
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Train & hand over
We train your administrators, load your users and leave simple documentation.
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Support & maintain
Health checks, firmware updates and user support keep the system reliable as your team changes.
Equipment & Technology
We install Dahua and Hikvision access control terminals and video intercoms and build the supporting network on MikroTik and Ubiquiti.
- Readers and terminals: PIN, card, fingerprint and face recognition
- Intercoms: video intercoms with phone answering where supported
- Locks: electric strikes, magnetic locks and gate controllers
- Network: PoE, MikroTik and Ubiquiti UniFi
DahuaHikvisionCard readersFingerprint readersFace recognitionVideo intercomsDoor controllersElectric strikesMagnetic locksGate & boom controllersANPRPoEMikroTikUbiquiti UniFi
Dahua, Hikvision, MikroTik, Ubiquiti and other product or company names are trademarks of their respective owners and are used only to describe the equipment we install and support. We are independent and are not affiliated with or endorsed by these companies unless stated.
Who We Install Access Control For
Homes & EstatesResidential ComplexesOfficesRetail & ShopsWarehouses & FactoriesSchoolsMedical PracticesLodges & HospitalityChurches & NPOsServer Rooms & Data Rooms
PROOF OF CAPABILITY
Recent Access Control Projects
Our project gallery is being updated. Contact us to discuss recent client work.
KWAZULU-NATAL
Access Control Installers Across KwaZulu-Natal
We install and support access control on site across KwaZulu-Natal from our base on the South Coast. Remote support and larger projects elsewhere can be arranged.
Access Control on the South Coast
MargatePort ShepstoneRamsgateShelly BeachUvongoSouthbroomPort EdwardHibberdeneScottburgh
Access Control on the Durban Metro
DurbanUmhlangaPinetownWestvilleHillcrestAmanzimtotiKloof
Access Control on the North Coast
BallitoUmhlaliStanger (KwaDukuza)Richards BayEmpangeni
Access Control on the Midlands & Interior
PietermaritzburgHowickEstcourtLadysmithNewcastle
QUESTIONS
Access Control FAQ
What is access control?
Access control is a system that decides who can enter a door, gate or area, and when, and keeps a record. It uses readers, controllers and locks managed by software, so you can add or remove people instantly instead of changing keys.
What is the difference between card, PIN and biometric access?
PIN codes are simple but can be shared. Cards are quick and easy to cancel when lost but can be lent. Fingerprint and face recognition are tied to the person. Many sites combine two methods, such as card plus PIN, for sensitive areas.
What happens to the doors during a power cut?
We back up controllers, locks and readers with batteries, and we choose each lock type so it behaves the way you want when power fails. Backup power has limits, so we agree the runtime with you. See our solar and backup power services.
Are emergency exits and fire safety taken into account?
Yes. Doors must release for emergency exit and fire requirements. We plan this with you and recommend confirming your needs with your fire safety officer or local authority before installation.
Can I remove a person’s access immediately?
Yes. Credentials can be disabled in seconds from the management software, which is one of the main advantages over keys.
Can access control connect to CCTV?
Yes. Door events can be matched to camera footage so you can see who was at a door at a given time. See our CCTV and surveillance services.
Can you integrate with my gate motor?
In many cases, yes. Readers, intercoms or ANPR can trigger gate and boom controllers where the equipment supports it. We check your gate controller before we quote.
Can I answer the intercom from my phone?
Many video intercoms support phone answering, which needs a working internet connection. We confirm what the selected model supports and set it up securely.
What about biometric data and POPIA?
Biometric information is treated as special personal information under POPIA, so consent, storage and access controls matter. We build secure technical measures, and your attorney or information officer can advise on legal requirements. This is general guidance, not legal advice.
How many users and doors can a system handle?
Systems range from a single door to many doors across sites. We design to your current needs with room to grow, and confirm the limits of the chosen equipment in your quote.
Can it track staff time and attendance?
Entry and exit records can often be exported for time and attendance purposes, depending on the system. We discuss your needs and confirm what is supported.
Do you offer maintenance and user administration?
Yes. We offer firmware updates, health checks, repairs and help with adding or removing users, so the system stays accurate as your team changes.
Can you manage the system remotely?
Yes, where it is safe to do so. We set up secure remote management so users and logs can be handled without a site visit. This needs a reliable internet link, which we can manage for you.
How much does access control cost?
It depends on the number of doors and users, the reader types, the locks and the cabling. After a free site visit we send an itemised written quote showing equipment and labour separately. Request a free quote.
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