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The PSA Network, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators announced the lineup of sponsors for PSA TEC 2024 (TEC) in Dallas, Texas, May 13-17.  PSA TEC 2024 "PSA TEC 2024 will again be the most powerful event for security integrators, and we have an incredible group of technology partner sponsors that enable PSA to exceed expectations in delivering high-quality educational offerings, networking, and exclusive engagement with prominent industry pioneers...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the major cloud access control platform built for mobile gives PDK.io system users access to immediate, turnkey integrations with cameras from five manufacturers from within its settings interface: Digital Watchdog, Hanwha Wisenet Wave, NX Witness, Turing, and Spot AI.  PDK.io Currently, when users log into their cloud platform, they may pull up installed cameras from any of the five partnering manufacturers and use a simple dropdown menu to associat...

ADI Global Distribution, a major wholesale distributor of security, AV and low-voltage products, announced the recipients of its 2023 Supplier Awards. ADI selected Digital Watchdog as Supplier of the Year for North America. ADI also recognised suppliers in the categories of Operations, Marketing Support, Digital Support, Sales Support, New Product of the Year and Rookie of the Year. Each year, ADI recognises key suppliers across North America for their support and contributions towards the...

ProdataKey (PDK), the manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, announced the full availability of its new software platform, PDK.io 2.0. Previewed at ISC East in November 2023 and available in beta to installation partners since December 2023, the software is ready for widespread use by PDK customers. Version 2.0 Most notably, version 2.0 expands scalability to offer full support of enterprise installations managed across multiple buildings and sites. With ver...

ProdataKey, a major provider of cloud access control solutions, has promoted Dallan Labrum to Executive Vice President of Sales, Brach Bengtzen to Vice President of Marketing, and Evan Orme to Chief Technology Officer and hired Brian Cropper as Chief Financial Officer.  Dallan Labrum As Executive Vice President of Sales, Mr. Labrum will continue to head revenue growth through expanded integration and channel partnerships and the pursuit of new vertical markets for PDK solutions. During h...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the major cloud access control platform built for mobile introduces PDK.io 2.0 which expands features, functionality, and scalability to support enterprise installations managed across multiple buildings and sites. PDK.io 2.0 features With version 2.0, doors connected to disparate PDK Cloud Nodes can be managed as a single customer system and credential holders can reside in a single database and be distributed across one or many locations. PDK.io 2.0 feature...

ProdataKey (PDK), the manufacturer of the pioneering cloud access control platform built for mobile, announced that the company has again been named to the Utah 100, MountainWest Capital Network (MWCN) 's annual list of the fastest-growing companies in Utah. Eighth consecutive year 2023 marks the eighth consecutive year that ProdataKey has been designated with this elite status. In 2023, ProdataKey ranked No. 69 out of 100 companies. The annual Awards Event pays tribute to the state's fastest...

Altronix, the recognised pioneer in power and data transmission products for the professional security industry, once again joins forces with ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the pioneering cloud access control platform, to offer a new access and power integration solution. The Trove2PD2 series allows security professionals to easily integrate Altronix power distribution with PDK Red™ access controllers and accessories. “We are pleased to have added the new Red™ Controllers i...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, announces an update to its PDK Cloud Node software that introduces two new features: Credential Self-Help and Controller Continuity. Credential Self-Help will be available to all PDK users who rely on mobile credentials, and Controller Continuity for all sites using PDK Red controllers. Access control platform Credential Self-Help: Mobile credentials are unique to each smartphone and cannot be shared across...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, and Turing AI, manufacturer of the award-winning Turing Vision cloud video surveillance system and line of specialty IP cameras, announces a powerful integration that provides users with a seamless solution delivering the benefits of 100% cloud-based platform. Integrators can now offer customers a feature-rich, fully scalable video and access control system with low upfront costs, always-current software, emb...

ProdataKey (PDK), the manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, continues to grow its line of Red high-security access control hardware with the introduction of Red Aux 8.  Aux 8 is an input/output board designed to expand the footprint of PDK systems by conveniently extending support to auxiliary devices that require control and monitoring. Site-wide solution Door position sensors, motion sensors, alarm intrusion sensors, elevator controls, push buttons, and m...

Vigitron and Prodatakey (PDK) will be present in all ADI North American branches during March and April with solution products for the most reliable access control solution powered by Vigitron PoE and network solutions. Solutions are supported by free and without obligation technical service support and the industry’s longest warranty to design and support system requirements.

ADI Global Distribution, a wholesale distributor of security, AV, and low-voltage products, announced the recipients of its 2022 Supplier Awards. ADI selected HID as Supplier of the Year for North America. ADI also recognised suppliers in the categories of Operations, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Sales Support, New Product of the Year, and Rookie of the Year. Each year, ADI recognises key suppliers across North America for their support and contributions towards the growth and success of ADI....

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, now permits integrators to configure PDK access control systems to accept cards featuring any format, bit rate, and facility code. Using the Pdk.io interface, users with integrator-level permissions can configure system settings to work with cards from any manufacturer or define their own custom credential formats. They may also assign facility codes to individual users. Security system administrators This f...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, now offers a unique wristband credential made of attractive, comfortable and durable fabric. These stretchable, slip-on/slip-off wristbands are designed for users with an active lifestyle. They’re ideal for schools, community centres, gyms, public pools and other locations where users may not want to carry a phone, wallet or traditional card or fob. Both rugged and waterproof, they can be worn during any...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile and InvictusXP, developer of a community technology platform for residents and building managers, have joined forces to create an all-in-one mobile solution for multi-tenant properties. Residents, guests and visitors can now interact with PDK access control readers throughout their buildings using the same Invictus mobile app that they use for community notifications, virtual concierge services, visitor video i...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, and Data Display Systems (Data Display), creator of cutting-edge business solutions that fuse technology with market intelligence, announces an integration that will enhance the functionality of Data Display’s LobbyTECH Entry Compliance System. LobbyTECH is a comprehensive hardware, software, and back-end system that simplifies and centralises control of reception desk services, visitor management and ba...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile released a new version of its ProdataKey App. This unique, all-inclusive app for Apple and Android combines the functionality of PDK.io, the powerful mobile-first management interface for PDK access control systems, with mobile credentialing and remote access previously available only through PDK touch. The new app delivers convenience for anyone who administers a PDK access control system and utilises it to mo...

Vigitron, Inc is the provider of network solutions for security applications and announces as part of their partnership a network design webinar covering the considerations for providing the most reliable solutions for PDK IP/PoE products. “Since the inception of our IP/PoE products division over 11 years ago, Vigitron has led the industry in providing educational seminars covering the unique aspects and requirements for designing networks for security applications,” stated Vigitron...

ProdataKey (PDK), the globally renowned manufacturer of the leading cloud access control platform built for mobile, has announced the release of its new ‘rugged’ readers for use with 125 kHz cards and fobs. The new units, available in single-gang and mullion style, with or without keypads, improve upon PDK’s former ‘ruggedised’ readers, by combining exceptional weather-proof and vandal-proof specifications within the same model. PDK’s new rugged readers The...

ProdataKey (PDK), the manufacturer of the access-control platform built for mobile, is combining efforts with Altronix, the recognised pioneer in power and data transmission products for the professional security industry. Both organisations announce that their solution has been deployed to secure Fairbourne Office Tower, the newest premium commercial building in West Valley City, Utah. Summit Technology, an IT solutions provider headquartered in Salt Lake City, installed the building-wide solu...

ProdataKey (PDK), a manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, has introduced four new controllers that expand the flexibility of its high-security Redline: the PDK Red 8, Red Max, Red Gate, and Red Pedestal. All-in-one multi-controller enclosures The new PDK Red 8 and PDK Red Max are all-in-one multi-controller and power supply enclosures designed to streamline ordering and installation of access control hardware in midsize to large-scale commercial projects. The Red...

ProdataKey (PDK), a manufacturer of the pioneering cloud access control platform built for mobile, has introduced a new QR Reader that offers contactless QR and bar-code scanning as part of a PDK access control solution. The device is ideal for use at stadiums, theatres, fitness centres, hotels, convention centres, multi-tenant properties, and other facilities where temporary access to restricted areas is permitted to an ever-changing group of ticketholders or guests. Temporary guess access F...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, announces that its new high-security Red Readers will soon feature mobile credential functionality, allowing them to communicate with smartphones via Bluetooth. The Red Readers can be ordered to additionally support high-frequency smartcards and low-frequency communication, offering users the widest possible choice of credentialing options for use with a single device. Installing additional readers Red Reade...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile allows for "custom fields" within the interface of its pdk.io software. Custom fields increase PDK's solutions' overall functionality by allowing administrators to include a wide range of pertinent data associated with each user. Address, location, floor, unit number, or any other field can be added to the pdk.io user database, providing more ways to identify employees and tenants accurately and categorize them...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, adds anti-passback to the programmable features of its pdk io cloud access control platform. Anti-passback requires individuals who have scanned through an entry reader to scan out through a corresponding exit reader before their credentials can be used to re-enter the premises. By requiring credentials to be used in an ‘in–out–in’ sequence, cardholders cannot ‘pass back’ th...

ProdataKey (PDK), the manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, introduces the latest enhancement to its Pdk io software interface: Map View. The Map View feature allows users to upload custom maps and arrange device icons onto floor plans, making it possible to view and control each door’s status while looking at the full system layout on their phone, tablet or laptop. Multiple maps can be created for a single location, representing buildings, rooms, floors, or...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the renowned cloud access control platform built for mobile, now offers integration between its Pdk io software and Microsoft Azure Active Directory. IT departments that rely on Active Directory to simplify user and rights management across their corporate network may now use that same interface to seamlessly manage permissions within Pdk io software. System administrators can fully control the physical access of people and groups, as well as issue mobile and t...

ProdataKey (PDK), the manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, announces the release of its new Red 2 Controller, Red Readers, and Red High-Security Credentials, all components of its new high-security, line of hardware called PDK Red. The Red lineup represents a new class of OSDP-compliant, multi-technology readers, controllers, and credentialing options appropriate for both daily installs and the most demanding security applications. Red 2 and the Red Readers are po...

ProdataKey (PDK), a manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, announces the release of seamless integration with Rhombus Systems, the pioneer in cloud-based video surveillance and asset tracking systems. In joining forces, the two companies – each known for their best-in-class cloud offerings – bring to market the industry’s easiest-to-implement, easiest-to-use, comprehensive access control and AI-assisted video management solution. The integration is...