Dortronics Systems, Inc. - Experts & Thought Leaders

Dortronics Systems Inc., an industry pioneer in off-the-shelf and customised door control solutions, is showcasing its high-performance door control lineup at ISC West 2024 in booth #1038. Dortronics stands out in the market by offering a range of flexible, made in the USA solutions. These include high-performance, programmable door interlock controllers, versatile push buttons, touchless switches, and custom fabrications tailored to meet specific customer needs, all of which will be on display at ISC West.  Door control solutions to ISC West "We are thrilled to showcase our portfolio of U.S.-manufactured door control solutions to ISC West attendees. Our team continues to innovate and build on our 30-plus year history to bring our customers a diverse range of ready-made and custom fabrications for specific requirements,” said John Fitzpatrick, President of Dortronics Systems, Inc. “ISC West presents the ideal platform to engage with our reseller partners and end-users and provide a hands-on experience with our products.” ISC West booth 1038 Visit Dortronics at ISC West booth 1038 to explore their rigorously tested and meticulously designed door control solutions, including:  Two Cutting-Edge Programmable Interlock Controllers: The 48500 Series 5-Door Controller and the 48900 Series 9-Door Controller. Both are PLC-powered and streamline performance for door interlock and mantrap systems using a single board controller, eliminating the need for intricate software to configure settings and operate. Each of these robust, easy-to-use controllers is access control compatible and available with an optional power supply and enclosure.  A Wide Variety of Push Buttons: Dortronics’ wide array of push buttons encompass functionality from LED illumination to large lockdown and panic buttons, key reset operation, momentary action, pneumatic time delay, adjustable time delay, a selection of waterproof switches, and more. Specialised waterproof models, such as the WR5276-HD22, boast a neoprene gasket and an IP-66 rating, making it perfectly designed for challenging and wet environments such as clean rooms.  Diverse Options for Custom Fabrication: Dortronics’ U.S.-based manufacturing setup is designed for flexibility, enabling the company to thoughtfully partner and develop a diverse array of personalised products for customers. Their custom fabrication covers everything from switches boasting long-lasting, easy-to-spot laser etching, and engraved paint-filled lettering, to tailor-made plate sizes and annunciators available in practically any shape or dimension.   There are no limits to the possibilities when using Dortronics as the door control solutions provider. Dortronics is the industry’s pioneering provider of door control solutions and proudly manufactures its lineup of products in the U.S. at its headquarters in Sag Harbor, N.Y.

Virtual Security Showcase, the professional security industry’s first online multi-vendor educational tradeshow experience, has opened registration for its free ISC West Technology Preview. This comprehensive program consists of three separate 90-minute sessions over two days beginning on Tuesday, March 12, and concluding on Wednesday, March 13, and will cover a range of security technologies to be featured at the upcoming ISC West 2024 tradeshow in Las Vegas. Newest solutions for the market Attendees will have the chance to hear from an expert manufacturers panel and learn about solutions At each session, attendees will have the chance to hear from an expert manufacturers panel and learn about the newest solutions for the security market. For ISC West attendees, this is a chance to prioritise in-person vendor visits while those unable to attend ISC West benefit from hearing directly from exhibiting manufacturers. The ISC West Technology Preview session topics and featured panellists are as follows: Session 1: Analytics, Video, Sensors, and Assurance: Tuesday, March 12th, 1–2:30 PM EST, Featuring: IDIS Americas/COSTAR, Quanergy, and Viakoo  Session 2: Power & Data Distribution, Access Control, and Identity Access Management: Tuesday, March 12th, 3–4:30 PM EST. Featuring: Altronix, Dortronics, IrisID, and Sielox   Session 3: Locks, Vehicle Barriers, and Key Management, Wednesday, March 13th, 1–2:30 PM EST, Featuring: Corbin Russwin, SARGENT, Barrier1, and Morse Watchmans  Each session will include short presentations from each manufacturer, followed by an open Q&A and discussion. Registrants can choose to attend one session or all three at no charge.

Virtual Security Showcase, has opened registration for the next VSS Tech Talk: Security Technology and Tools for A&Es and ICT Professionals, scheduled for February 28th from 2 to 3 PM EST. Registration is free to all qualified attendees. Join this panel discussion to learn how proven physical security systems and the tools A&Es and BICSI ICT Professionals need are available to help deliver the best-in-breed security systems their clients demand more so than ever. The discussion will cover critical aspects of integrated system deployment including: Foundational power and data transmission Door control products and systems Access control and emergency notification and response solutions. Panelists include: Ronnie Pennington, Director of Sales for the Americas at Altronix Skip Burnham, National Sales Manager at Dortronics Systems Karen Evans, CEO at Sielox

Dortronics continues to focus on custom solutions in addition to its line of standard devices Security installers have new ways to add value to their specifications with switches and door controls that can be deployed in a wide range of applications to meet emerging needs of end-users. John FitzPatrick, president of Dortronics Systems Inc., Sag Harbor, New York, says the company continues to work closely with security integrators and their end-user customers to provide controls that encompass a host of specifications -- from specially designed devices for clean room applications to switches that provide additional security and safety FitzPatrick says the company is handling an increasing number of requests for custom door controls and locking hardware to handle specialty applications where standard off-the-shelf products will not suffice. “Usually this requires working closely with the customer to first discover all the parameters that could be involved. Frequently it is a project with a critical completion time and a problem of incompatible devices that may not function together as needed by the owner and/or local codes,” he says. In response, Dortronics has developed a library of unique applications and a checklist of site conditions and equipment. The company has condensed this information into an 18-page Interlock/Mantrap brochure which serves not only as a sales handout, but a functional tool to guide the customer in selecting the proper equipment for their specific application. Problem-solving business philosophy Dortronics, a division of Sag Harbor Industries, was founded by Charles Edison, son of inventor Thomas Edison. Sag Harbor Industries is a custom coil and electronic assembly manufacturer and Dortronics has followed suit with its own custom products. “We will build one unit or 1,000,” FitzPatrick says. “With our extensive in-house manufacturing capabilities there isn’t much we can’t do, and we like to solve problems for our customers, which keeps them coming back.” One recent example is equipment for airlock and clean room applications, where security installers can add value with an additional level of safety or to address regulations. “There is an opportunity to provide an emergency override in case of an incident in the lab or facility that would allow free egress without having to wait for the interlocked doors to go through their timing sequence,” FitzPatrick says. Because security is notone-size-fits-all, Dortronicscontinues to focus on customsolutions in addition to its lineof standard devices FitzPatrick says the company has set its sights on being a one-stop vendor for clean room access. “We have introduced the WR5276 and 5277 series of switches for the clean room market, which are IP65-rated for wash down applications. Dortronics also developed a line of high-intensity LED traffic lights for clean room access indication. The 7201 Series is offered in a waterproof, wash-down version as well.” Interlock controllers In some cases there may also be in-place hardware on the doors where an interlock will be required and surge protection is not built into the existing devices. Interlock controllers provide protected inputs for electronic locks (strikes, maglocks, drop bolts) adding protection that allows the controllers to interface with most manufacturers’ locking equipment. “The ability of the interlock controllers to work with existing or non-Dortronics specified hardware is a huge benefit to not only the installer not having to wire in electronic surge protection, but allowing the end user the flexibility to choose from a variety of electronic locking hardware without having to concern themselves with compatibility issues.” Customised is better than canned Dortronics also offers the 6510 emergency pull station or a 5210 series latching palm button. “We can also provide custom text on either of the products to suit the application. Both of these devices require response from an authorised party to reset the activated device back to normal operation with a key.” Because security is not one-size-fits-all, Dortronics continues to focus on custom solutions in addition to its line of standard devices. “Not all security equipment installations are cut and dried, especially for a retrofit job,” he continues. “Having the confidence in a manufacturer to help you on the tough jobs is built through a relationship based on interaction between the two parties trying to solve a problem. There’s a lot of communication going back and forth, and we share information, ideas and concepts. It’s extremely rewarding when the final solution is provided.”