Contactless, barrier-free access for your building

An important consideration for all sectors post Covid-19

While commonly specified and used in the healthcare and even pharmaceutical sectors, if the past few weeks has shown us anything, it’s that barrier-free and contact-free access has never been more important, and the way we use and navigate our way through buildings.

Internationally, we have never been more aware of what surfaces we touch or come in contact with as we enter and move through buildings. In healthcare settings we often look at the issue of hygiene and infection control and how to manage it effectively. We work with our clients on new build and refurbishment projects to create an access and automation strategy fit for purpose and suited to the specific environment in question. This can include anything from touch-free sensor activated access control to open or close doors, to hermetically-sealed or cleanroom doors, to sensor-activation for internal swing doors to minimise the need for user interaction.

We have also worked with clients in non-healthcare specific environments, including commercial office blocks, where touch-free sensor access has been used to create a hygienic, barrier-free entrance system for employee and visitor restrooms – this is likely to become more and more commonplace across the globe post Covid-19.

For areas and surfaces that need to be touched frequently, we offer an antimicrobial protection solution. This virtually invisible coating is suitable for application either on-site, or in the factory, making it an ideal solution for both new buildings and retrofit projects.

Creating contactless, barrier-free access in your building 

Contactless / Touch-free access & activation  

We offer versatile, contactless activation and door release switches which can be used in place of push buttons and other activation point devices that would normally require contact to engage. The ‘Magic Switch’ can be flush or surface mounted and is rated for IP50 so is suited to most environments including clean room and clinical. It easily integrates with existing systems including automatic doors and access control doors to provide a safe clean method of operation and is commonly used by KCC in their complete access systems across all sectors. As an alternative we also offer another slim, aesthetically-pleasing activation switch using infrared technology and motion detection to operate automated doors.

View ‘Magic Switch’ datasheet

View Infrared technology datasheet

Contactless/ Bluetooth via phone  

With the advent of contactless payments and blue tooth connectivity it is now possible to create systems for unlocking and activating doors via your phone or tablet. This can not only provide enhanced security for access but also negates the need for physical contact with push buttons or keypads to get where you are going. We provide a range of options here from complete locks to activation readers which will work with your phone as well as other items such as proximity cards and fobs. For hospitality clients we can offer Bluetooth access for an enhanced guest and user experience and to facilitate remote check-ins, thereby reducing the need for queues at the reception area.

View mobile access reader datasheet

View bluetooth access for hospitality datasheet

Door Automation 

Where barrier and contactless access is a concern a fully automated door system is a simple solution. We at KCC Group offer an expansive range including full sliding and swing door systems or automation only systems for retro fitting to existing doors. These coupled with our various contactless activation units can provide safe secure access and movement through your building that is tailor made to your specific requirements.

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Thermal scanning and temperature measurement for safe access

As one of the first lines of defence in every workplace, the entrance, lobby or reception area will be at the forefront of adaptations considered to facilitate a safe return to working environments in our ‘new normal’. We can offer temperature scanning units with fever detection technology and optional facial recognition, face mask detection or hand sanitiser dispensers.

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View thermal scanner datasheet

Find out how our solutions have worked for other projects 

• Integrated door, automation & access solution for renowned pharmaceutical facility in Munster – View here
• Integrated door, automation & access solution for large commercial building in Belfast – View here
• Integrated door, automation & access solution for renowned healthcare facility in Ulster – View here
• Integrated door, automation & access solution for renowned healthcare facility in Dublin – View here

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