by Liz Karson | Dec 28, 2017 | Vehicle Access Control
Earlier this year I wrote an article about Vehicle Detector Loops Used in Lieu Of Roundabout At School. In the blog post I explained how these loops are able to detect traffic and then cause an output to open or close gates, control traffic lights or even signal a...
by Liz Karson | Dec 26, 2017 | Cantilevered Slide Gates
This crash rated cantilevered sliding barrier gate is designed for high threat facilities in need of additional security. As pictured above, the Nasatka K-12 rated barrier appears on the United States Department of Defense (DoD) Anti-Ram Vehicle Barriers List. Models...
by Liz Karson | Dec 21, 2017 | Vehicle Gate Maintenance
Nice/HySecurity advises all owners they are responsible for the proper maintenance and operation of barrier gates and their gate operators. Safety information is included with their products and it also the owner’s responsibility to adhere to all local and...
by Liz Karson | Dec 19, 2017 | Vehicle Access Control
This short video demonstrates Doorking’s DKS Lane Barrier Accessory System. This accessory is an easy add on to one of DKS’ popular barrier gates and is available in various widths. The typical application is where a higher desired degree of control of...
by Liz Karson | Dec 12, 2017 | Parking Access and Revenue Control Systems
ECI is nearing completion of an installation of a parking access revenue and control system (PARCS) for UIC’s (University of Illinois at Chicago) parking facilities. This nearly year long project encompasses 120 lanes of vehicle access equipment. According to...
by Liz Karson | Dec 7, 2017 | Automatic Barrier Gates
Universal power supplies are generally included with gate operators in case of AC power failure. Backup rechargeable DC batteries are used to supply power at those infrequent times of power loss. However, these batteries do not last forever and must be replaced...
by Liz Karson | Dec 5, 2017 | Parking Access and Revenue Control Systems
I have written prior about three of the main components of a parking access and revenue control system or PARCS. These are Entry Terminals, Exit Terminals and Pay On Foot Terminals. Another component of a complete system are the readers and devices (credentials) that...
by Liz Karson | Nov 30, 2017 | Vehicle Access Control
Is a portion of your automated gate system powered by solar panels? Anything that blocks or impedes access to the sun’s rays may decrease your panel’s efficiency. So there are a few basic maintenance tips to follow to ensure your solar panels continue to...
by Liz Karson | Nov 28, 2017 | Vehicle Access Control
I wrote a blog article earlier this month entitled “Vehicle Control Spike Solution | Hertz Rent A Car in Chicago”. In the article I described how ECI helped solve two problems for Hertz Rent A Car on Chicago’s near north side. One involved replacing a...
by Liz Karson | Nov 24, 2017 | Counter Terrorism
The Dispatch reported funding was approved for a vehicle access control project investigation for the world famous Boardwalk in Ocean City (Maryland). The article “Council Approves Preliminary Funding For Boardwalk Security Effort; Vehicle Access Control...
