Access Control Systems Handbook Design, Installation, and Use Case Examples for Residential, Commercial, and Industrial

Access Control Systems Handbook: Design, Integration, and Sample Layouts for Commercial and Residential Security

Unlock the full potential of modern security with this comprehensive guide to access control system design, installation, and programming. Whether you're a security integrator, electrical engineer, IT professional, or facility manager, this handbook is your go-to resource for building code-compliant, scalable, and future-ready access control solutions.

✔ What You'll Learn:

Fundamental principles of access control and physical security

Detailed breakdowns of components: readers, controllers, locks, REX, DPS, power systems, and software

Wiring schematics, device schedules, and panel programming logic

Full sample layouts for homes, offices, schools, and enterprise environments

Code references including NFPA 101, IBC, and ADA for compliant design

Practical templates: planning checklists, symbol legends, and panel configurations

Vendor-specific insights including Lenel OnGuard, Software House C•CURE 9000, Genetec, and more

Whether you're designing a two-door office system or an enterprise-wide security platform, this book arms you with the tools, standards, and diagrams needed to do it right—from concept to commissioning.

🔧 Includes:

Sample floor plans with annotated access device layouts

Schematic wiring diagrams and logic flow for intelligent controllers

A complete comparison of top industry vendors

Programming examples for Lenel panels

Design checklists, code references, and professional symbol libraries