Paxton’s Net2 access control increases reliability at US residential complex

The complex required an update for the legacy security system and the management team reached out to CWC Security to specify a new and modern solution for the site. Based in Melville, New York, CWC Security specialises in designing, installing and monitoring state-of-the-art security systems that offer comprehensive protection for residential and commercial spaces.

The company specified Paxton’s Net2 access control system due to its flexibility to integrate with multiple other systems that were already on Encore’s network. Paxton, of course, designs and develops access control systems, video intercom products, IP cameras and wireless door handles.

Basic requirements

Encore Atlantic Shores needed to update all internal and external entry and exit points on the premises, including the access-controlled gates to allow flexible access permissions. Additionally, multiple areas of the site were on different Internet networks, which needed to be managed from one central location.

The clubhouse also required permission-based access, while in the summer those residents who are not members of the clubhouse need access to the pool.

Property manager Erin Stewart uses Net2 software to provide temporary access rights during these times for different members. The site’s pool management personnel also required separate access to a basement for equipment storage.

Easy integration 

Michael Pittakas, the owner of CWC Security, presented Encore Atlantic Shores with Net2 as a solution. Net2 is Paxton’s networked access control system that can be administered using one or more PCs and monitored and managed from a central location.

The software is designed to easily integrate with other security systems. This made it straightforward to run alongside the site’s existing systems and further streamline security for system managers and residents alike.

Net2 now secures all primary entry points to the complex, with keyfobs provided to residents to grant entry to the front gate. To provide access for deliveries and waste collection, the rear gate is also controlled via the Net2 software. This enables Erin Stewart to open the gate for these vehicles as necessary.

Michael Pittakas said: “The front and rear gates are relay controlled, so we used triggers and actions within Net2 to provide access. We also integrated Net2 with the existing video intercom system at the front gate so that non-residents call the Security Booth before they can enter the premises. This is then recorded as an event in the Net2 software.”

End result

Since the installation took place, Erin Stewart has been very pleased with the Net2 system and CWC Security’s assistance and support.

Michael Pittakas explained: “I showed Erin how to create schedules, control the property via Net2 software and establish the correct access permissions.”

Erin Stewart noted: “We find Net2 to be the perfect fit for our needs at Encore Atlantic Shores. The software is user-friendly, reliable and customisable. Having the ability to program the key fobs with different access levels has been a tremendous help with vendors who may need access during hours with limited staff. The reporting ability delivers a record of when someone uses a key fob to enter the clubhouse.”

CWC Security, itself a Silver Paxton Partner, commissioned the site via the Paxton Installer app’s commissioning feature. This makes the set-up of a Net2 system simpler and faster than ever before as it saves engineers having to write down the products’ serial numbers to add them into the Net2 software.

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