Users can customize door openings with options such as credential reader type, networking, finish and levers. As their business needs change, so can their access control solution. Upgrades can be as simple as interchanging a module, said Karen Keating, Schlage electronic locking portfolio marketing manager.

Components that have been traditionally located around the door are now integrated into the lock itself. From large buildings to a small office with only a few openings, AD-Series locks can be configured to create a custom fit right at the lock. For instance, the locks provide multiple, interchangeable credential reader modules as well as interchangeable offline, wired and wireless networking modules so that access control can now be installed at doors previously deemed unfeasible.

Another advantage with the AD-Series is there is now no need to outfit the entire facility at once. Users can start small and add more openings as budgets permit. They can also choose which openings should be offline or networked, managing both types of locks with the same software and database. As a result, a facility can have more locks on more doors to increase security, move more offline doors to a network solution as budget and needs dictate.

The new Schlage AD-Series electronic locks begin shipping in December.