Installers of access control systems come up against a wide variety of challenges. From overly complex systems to time-consuming setup processes and high hardware costs, there are a lot of factors that make projects more difficult. ATRIUM combats all of those challenges and more. This blog will explore the ways in which ATRIUM’s innovative design makes installing systems faster and simpler while saving costs.
Efficient system architecture
Most access control systems require one ACU (access control unit) for every door. And the ACUs are not always small. That means your end customer will need to find quite a lot of space to store the units in a secure location, particularly if it’s a large site.
Conversely, with ATRIUM, every ACU controls two doors. It’s a simple change but it makes a huge difference to the hardware you need. You’ll only need half as many controllers to cover the same number of doors. Beyond that, your end customer will only need half as much space to fit them all.
Making installations simpler
When you half as many controllers to install, the time you’ll spend fitting them is also significantly reduced. And there’s less wiring to worry about. Chasing and laying cables takes a huge amount of time in many installations. Anything that reduces that, and the associated costs, can only be a good thing!
Reducing costs for end users
Buying fewer controllers means less cost for you, and less cost to pass on to your end customer. Installations that are quicker and more efficient also mean you can keep labour costs down and provide a highly competitive quote.
Scaling up more easily
When you need less space, less time, and less money to install controllers, you have a system that is much more easily scalable. If you’re adding more doors, it’s a simpler process when you only need one ACU for every two new doors. Let’s say your business owns one office in a building, and with growth you need to expand. If you buy another office in the building, ATRIUM makes it easy to scale to meet that demand.
ATRIUM Finder: a game-changing app for installers
Eliminate dependency on IT teams
Have you ever been on-site, ready to configure your access control system, but unable to find the right controller’s IP address on the LAN? Have you ever been stuck waiting for your customer’s IT support to get back to you? ATRIUM Finder app eliminates both these challenges. There’s no need to rely on external teams or manual network scanners. Make your installations easier by finding the IP address quickly and then logging in with a single click.
How it works
- Install the ATRIUM Finder app – it’s free to download on iOS and Android devices.
- Connect to the same network that your desired ACU is on.
- Use ATRIUM Finder’s auto-detect feature to locate the right ACU.
- Click on it to be taken straight to the ATRIUM login page for that controller.
It’s that easy! No waiting around. You can get on with your job immediately.
Saving time and costs for everyone
When installing and configuring controllers is quicker and easier, everybody saves money. ATRIUM’s two-door controllers mean lower hardware costs as you don’t need as many of them, and lower labour costs as installing and wiring them takes less time. That also means the disruption of an installation is kept to a minimum for your customer. And for installers, you can offer attractive quotes to new potential customers. When installs are quicker, you can fit more of them into your days – everyone is a winner!
Why choose ATRIUM?
ATRIUM’s efficient 2-door hardware setup and handy app tools make every installation quicker and easier. There’s never been a better time to switch to ATRIUM. Installer training is completely free both online and at our dedicated facilities. Our technical support team are experts and on-hand to help throughout the working week. Save yourself and your customers time and money with ATRIUM access control.
