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ENTRY/EXIT

IDENTIFICATION

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ProdataKey, Rhombus Systems Partner
for Cloud Integration
▶ DRAPER, Utah - ProdataKey (PDK)
has released an integration with Rhombus Systems, a provider of Cloud-based
video surveillance and asset tracking systems. The two companies bring to market a comprehensive access control and
AI-assisted video management solution,
according to an announcement.
The integration allows users of a Pdk io
access control system to associate readers
with Rhombus cameras, facilitating automated processes that are said to simplify monitoring while enhancing security.
Video clips for all entry events are captured and indexed, and may be filtered
and searched for easy investigation. PDK
credentials, combined with Rhombus
facial recognition algorithms, allow for

The Cloud-based integration is fully
scalable, supporting an unlimited
number of PDK and Rhombus devices.

highly accurate AI-enabled entry verification that matches faces to credentials, the
announcement states.
Real-time alerts for unauthorized access,
tailgating and persons-of-interest may be

Cook & Boardman Buys Opening Solutions
Provider H&H Door

▶ WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The Cook & Boardman Group, a leading specialty distributor of commercial door entry solutions and
systems integration services, has acquired H&H Door for undisclosed terms. Founded in 1977 by Rick Huegele, Texas-based H&H
Door is a turnkey provider of opening solutions including doors,
frames, hardware, overhead doors, access control, intrusion detection, fire systems and Division 10 specialty products.
The company operates three divisions: doors & hardware,
overhead doors and integrated security solutions, and serves
customers in Central and South Texas from its headquarters in
Victoria and an office in La Grange, Texas.
" We are thrilled to welcome H&H Door to the Cook & Boardman
family of companies, " says CEO Darrin Anderson. " Their ability
to provide total end-to-end solutions, including installation and
maintenance of overhead doors, will allow us to offer this valuable
service to customers across our portfolio of brands as well as to
our national accounts. "
The company will continue to operate under the H&H name
and customer contacts will remain unchanged as a result of the
acquisition.
" For more than 40 years we have been committed to providing
the highest level of customer service and support to our customers, " says Huegele. " In Cook & Boardman we see a similar passion
for serving the industry. "

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sent to system administrators. Rhombus
license plate recognition (LPR) can be
tied to garage and parking access points,
providing frictionless entry for employees
while documenting visitor access.
The integrated solution requires no onsite servers and no downloaded software.
Integration between the systems is said
to be accomplished in seconds via a few
clicks within the software interface via
phone, tablet or web-enabled computer.
Dealers may customize trigger events
and automated responses to align with
customers' security objectives. The integration is fully scalable, supporting an
unlimited number of PDK and Rhombus
devices. Both systems offer end-to-end
encryption for enterprise-grade security.

Kastle Launches Vaccination Authentication
for Building Access

▶ FALLS CHURCH, Va. - Kastle Systems has begun providing
property owners, tenants and employees with a new ability to
add vaccination status as a factor to control access to offices and
buildings. In addition, the managed services provider allows for
integration of testing results into its technology platform. This is
said to facilitate another screen for granting access and thereby
help create safer office environments.
Vaccination status can be verified by employees and visitors in
the KastlePresence App or by the employer's HR team on behalf
of the employee through the myKastle web portal. This feature allows building and office management to use vaccination status to
determine access, consistent with each building and office suite's
specific set of policies, as they prepare for office occupancy to return to pre-coronavirus pandemic levels.
" With 100 million Americans now vaccinated, adding an individual's vaccination status to provide access to the office is a big,
important next step, " states Haniel Lynn, CEO, Kastle Systems.
" We are arming buildings and businesses with an easy and effective way to implement the safe return to the office consistent with
the policies that work best for their specific workplaces, including
considering vaccination status. "
By integrating vaccination and testing data with a building's access control infrastructure, the company says it offers additional
layers of precaution for office workers nationwide.
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