JOENSUU, Finland—ABLOY, a global developer of security solutions, has announced the launch of its ABLOY CUMULUS Swing Handle for keyless access via smartphone. The handle is designed to meet the needs of professionals who safeguard services in various sectors, from commercial organizations to critical infrastructure.
The company points out the new Swing Handle has a wide array of applications. It can be used across numerous industries with needs ranging from telecom, fiber and electrical cabinets to server environments. According to ABLOY, It is also well-suited for CCTV camera control, monitoring automation and storage cabinets. Moreover, the company asserts the product’s robust design makes it ideal for outdoor installations such as electric charging stations, as well as traffic control and street light cabinets.
“In today’s unpredictable times, securing physical assets and ensuring staff safety is paramount. Our Swing Handle, compatible with the ABLOY CUMULUS access management platform, provides a secure and convenient keyless solution for outdoor cabinets used by various industries including data centers, utilities and maintenance,” says Hanna Sillanpää, head of digital solutions at ABLOY.
ABLOY Swing Handle Engineered to Withstand a Range of Environmental Conditions
ABLOY explains the shift towards digital access rights and seamless, location-independent and keyless management is at the heart of its design goals. The waterproof CUMULUS Swing Handle is designed to endure harsh conditions and meets industry standards for durability (IP66) and resistance (IK10). It also features a real-time clock to reliably log lock state and audit trails.
The global company states the CUMULUS family already includes a range of other products, such as padlocks, controllers and key deposits, which are all designed to provide high levels of security and accessibility. The company also emphasizes the products are designed to work seamlessly with the ASSA ABLOY Access management system. Furthermore, CUMULUS offers application programming interfaces (APIs) for easy integration with third-party systems, enhancing operational efficiency and convenience.
“Our advanced battery-powered technologies enable real-time, authorized access. The Swing Handle, a crucial part of the comprehensive CUMULUS solution, can be integrated with other applications and software, ensuring secure digital operations, and providing an exceptional customer experience,” adds Sillanpää.
