Access Controls Systems can range from a simple "key" card used by employees to unlock a single door independently; to a multi door system using hard-wired components and a dedicated PC; to a web-based system which controls the entire building for access (using biometrics), lighting, HVAC, etc.

Be sure to check out our articles "A Day In The Life Of An Access Control System" and "Access Control Solutions".

Our sales personnel are highly trained and qualified to meet with you, tour your facilities and exceed your expectations. We offer the most up to date technology being offered today. Some of the products we offer are from AMAG Technology Inc., Intelli-M and HID, among others.

We have the capabilities to integrate your access system into your CCTV system or other security systems, to provide a seamless data stream of management control.

When designing an access control system, several factors need to be considered:

• Is there someone designated as "In Charge of Security"?
• How many keys to your facility have been lost since it was last re-keyed?
• How many people have keys and what do those keys open?
• How many different areas of your facility are restricted?
• In what way are those restrictions enforced?
• Are there frequent visitors or contractors on site?
• Does every employee recognize every other employee?
• Does HR provide data about new employees (and terminations) to Security?
• Is there an existing camera system viewing some or all of the doors?
• Are there expensive articles of equipment or hardware that could be taken out of the facility?
• Is there sensitive or valuable data on your computer system?
• Do you know who is in your facility at any given time?

The list of questions could obviously go on and on. The real issue is whether your organization could derive value from improving the security of your facility and the safety of your staff. We have designed a security evaluation survey. By clicking on the link, (security@reliablefire.com)
and answering these questions, our sales staff will contact you and provide the best solution to your needs.

Services we provide:

• Needs analysis
• System requirements defined through detailed site surveys conducted by technically competent personnel
• System Design and Integration
• System design services are available independently or as part of a total turn-key project. Integration of multiple sub-systems are designed to work together through applicants’ engineering.
• System Service and Maintenance
• A wide variety of service and maintenance programs are available 24 hours a day.

As a member of PSA Security Network®, Reliable Fire is able to supply you with a system customized to meet your needs. Reliable Fire Equipment Company is one of a few PSA® members in the Chicagoland area.

PSA Security Network is a recognized symbol of quality and experience representing security system integrators who combine the purchasing power and resources of the largest vendors with the strengths and personal attention to detail of locally owned companies.

Members of the PSA Security Network are responsible for over $1.4 billion annual in design, installation, integration and maintenance of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, fire, and life safety systems. With access to the widest selection of potential products, knowledge, training, and resources, members have the experience necessary to develop cost-effective, integrated, and customized solutions that support your unique security and business objectives.

Systems Integration -- The Wave of the Future

We can interface your fire alarm systems, security systems, special hazards fire protection systems, and fire sprinkler systems into one interconnected network. This eliminates conflicting equipment and brings information to a single point to ensure maximum control. And of course we offer alarm monitoring. And for service -- one call to Reliable does it all.

Engineering Support from Reliable Fire

Assembling all the components together into a workable system optimized for your facility is the work of trained engineers. At Reliable Fire Equipment our engineering group will design your system, prepare shop drawings and provide you the hard data you need to rest assured in the confidence of a well designed access control system.

For additional assistance on the design of your access control system, complete our Security System Request Form and one of our professionals will contact you.