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Field notes on security, networking and low voltage
Fresh articles in every category — network, cameras and alarms, audio video, VoIP and access control — written from what we see on job sites across Philadelphia and the surrounding 50 miles. No vendor marketing, just how the work is actually done.
Maglock vs. Electric Strike: Choosing Door Hardware
Choosing between magnetic locks and electric strikes is a fundamental decision in commercial access control. Learn how locking hardware impacts security, fire code compliance, and installation.
September 1, 2026 4 min readRead article
Access Control
Fobs, Mobile Credentials or Biometrics: Choosing the Right Reader
Credential choice affects daily friction more than any other part of an access system. Each option has a clear best use.
June 17, 20265 min
Access ControlAccess Control vs. Keys: The Real Cost of a Lost Key
One lost master key can cost more than a small access control system. Credentials that can be revoked in ten seconds change the math.
June 10, 20264 min