Allegion, Silicon Labs Partner to Expand IoT Capabilities for Security Devices
Allegion is using Silicon Labs’ Wireless Gecko IoT platform — which supports Zigbee, Bluetooth and Z-Wave — across an increasing number of its products.
Allegion worked with Silicon Labs in the development of the Zigbee-certified Schlage Connect smart deadbolt.
AUSTIN, Texas — Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) and Allegion, a leader in security solutions, have partnered to further expand Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities to security products for both smart homes and commercial buildings.
A growing number of Allegion solutions now use Silicon Labs’ Wireless Gecko IoT portfolio, which supports Zigbee, Bluetooth and Z-Wave connectivity.
“Connectivity has become an expected convenience that enhances the user experience across many products and solutions,” says Mark Lynn, vice president of engineering in Allegion’s Americas region. “At Allegion, we’re driving innovation in a traditional industry — one where we’ve been known to create strong mechanical offerings and have built trust that we deliver on ever-evolving customer needs. Working with Silicon Labs allows us to integrate proven, flexible wireless connectivity in locks and other security devices that meets our complex compliance, certification and market demands.”
Allegion says it recently worked with Silicon Labs in the development of the Zigbee-certified Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt, a smart lock solution for consumers who are using a Zigbee-based home automation system.
When paired with Key by Amazon and an Amazon Cloud Cam, a homeowner can remotely grant access to trusted visitors and family, as well as opt in to in-home delivery. This smart home solution was designed to help solve the growing problem of package theft.
Overall, it offers the ability for remote access management, in-home delivery and compatibility with hands-free voice assistants or select monitored security panel partners.
Allegion also uses Wireless Gecko in the Von Duprin RU/RM, a networked version of an exit device that can additionally be Cloud-connected. Intended for use in educational settings, the exit device can be locked and monitored remotely, according to the company.
“Silicon Labs is proud to work alongside the industry pioneer Allegion to help the company create additional connectivity options for smart home and commercial building security solutions,” says Matt Saunders, vice president of marketing for IoT products, Silicon Labs. “Our Wireless Gecko hardware and software products provide flexible, high-performance connectivity, enabling Allegion to focus on product functionality and best-in-class security.”
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