TORONTO – Smart lock designer and manufacturer Alfred International‘s ML2 Smart Mortise Lock, DB2S and DB1 Pro Smart Deadbolt Series—each built on Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) 800 Series technology—have earned certification from Alarm.com, according to a joint announcement.
The certification, which the company celebrated at ISC West 2026, “expands Alfred’s compatibility with one of the most widely deployed and trusted smart security platforms in North America and reinforces the company’s leadership in delivering scalable, interoperable access control solutions,” the announcement says.
The certification “validates Alfred’s implementation of the latest generation of Z-Wave technology, delivering measurable improvements in wireless range, network reliability, scalability and power efficiency,” according to the joint announcement.
By certifying multiple smart lock platforms on ZWLR 800 Series simultaneously, Alfred expands the practical deployment options available to integrators, builders, and property managers working across single-family, multi-family and mixed-use environments.
All three certified Alfred platforms leverage ZWLR on the 800 Series, enabling projects to take advantage of long-range, point-to-hub communication or traditional Z-Wave mesh networking within the same application. This flexibility “allows system designers to tailor connectivity strategies based on building layout, density, and infrastructure—without changing hardware,” according to the joint announcement.
Alarm.com Certification: Validation Beyond the Standard
While Z-Wave certification establishes protocol compliance, Alarm.com certification represents a deeper level of validation, confirming that Alfred’s ZWLR 800 Series smart locks “meet the operational, security and performance requirements of one of the most trusted smart security platforms in North America,” according to the joint announcement.
This additional testing “reflects real-world implementation, interoperability and long-term reliability expectations—providing both explicit and implicit assurance to integrators and end users,” the announcement says.
“Interoperability and flexibility have always been core pillars of our product strategy,” says Brad Cook, head of product & integrations at Alfred International, in the joint announcement. “Alarm.com certification validates our approach to leveraging Z-Wave Long Range 800 Series technology at scale, while giving our partners confidence that Alfred smart locks will perform reliably across a wide range of deployment scenarios.”
- ML2 Smart Mortise Lock — One of the very few smart mortise solutions available on the market, ML2 combines a patented, retrofit-friendly design with ZWLR 800 Series connectivity. It delivers architectural-grade aesthetics, robust mechanical security and modern smart access capabilities while simplifying upgrades from traditional mortise hardware.
- DB2S Smart Deadbolt Series — A premium ZWLR 800 Series smart deadbolt supporting multiple access methods, including physical key, PIN code, Bluetooth mobile access, Z-Wave and RFID credentials. DB2S is Wi-Charge ready and uses rechargeable battery packs to reduce long-term maintenance costs while supporting more sustainable power management.
- DB1 Pro Smart Deadbolt Series — A sophisticated designed, highly efficient, professional-grade ZWLR 800 Series solution designed to maximize value and deployment flexibility. DB1 Pro supports up to 250 PIN codes, modular connectivity options, commercial-style keyway compatibility, a 90-minute fire rating, wired door position switch inputs and standard AA batteries.
Together, these platforms “demonstrate Alfred’s ability to apply ZWLR 800 Series technology consistently across multiple product categories, supporting a wide range of architectural, retrofit, and PropTech-driven requirements without sacrificing performance or design,” according to the joint announcement.
With Alarm.com certification, Alfred “continues to strengthen its role within the broader security and smart home ecosystem,” the announcement says. The company “supports industry-standard protocols including Z-Wave and Zigbee, alongside proprietary integrations through the Alfred API, giving integrators and property managers the flexibility to design connected access systems tailored to each installation.”
