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Access control systems for business - verify users and unlock safely
Electronic access control with cards, fobs, PINs, biometrics or mobile. Manage permissions centrally and keep a complete audit trail across every door.
Control who enters - without chasing keys
Lost keys, staff turnover and changing tenants make mechanical locks slow and risky. You can't revoke a metal key, and you can't see who used it. That's a problem for audits, insurance and safety.
Access control systems fix this. Controllers, readers and electronic locks work with credentials you can issue and revoke in seconds. Choose Inner Range Integriti for complex, multi-site organisations, or Inception for SMEs. Integrate with CCTV and alarms, manage remotely, and keep doors safe for emergency egress.
Metwide designs, installs and supports access control for businesses across Australia, with local teams serving Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
Available in your city
Access Control Sydney
Licensed NSW technicians, design and aftercare across Greater Sydney.
Access Control Brisbane
Local technicians, design and aftercare for Brisbane and surrounding suburbs.
Access Control Gold Coast
Local technicians, design and aftercare for the Gold Coast.
Types of access control systems
The right option depends on your site layout, staff numbers, security risk, compliance needs and how often users change. Methods can be mixed and matched across different doors, areas and sites - we design around one method or combine several.
Keypad access control
Users enter a PIN to unlock the door, so there are no physical credentials to issue or replace, and codes are simple to update when people change. Best for small teams, storerooms, plant rooms and staff-only doors at low-to-medium risk.
Key card access control
Each user carries their own programmed card for the doors, floors and areas they're approved for, and cards can be issued, suspended or deleted from the system as staff and tenants change. Best for offices, schools, commercial and strata buildings, and multi-user sites.
RFID fob access control
A small, durable fob on a keyring that users tap to a reader - easy to carry and easy to deactivate if lost. Best for gyms, apartments, depots, warehouses and contractor or shared-building access.
Mobile access control
Staff unlock approved doors with their smartphone instead of a card or fob, with permissions managed centrally and no replacement cards to chase. Best for modern offices, multi-site teams and flexible workplaces.
Cloud access control
Manage doors, users, permissions and activity through a secure online platform rather than software on a local server. Best for multi-site businesses, managed buildings and remote administration.
Facial recognition & biometric
Verifies identity by face or fingerprint, tying entry to the person rather than a card or PIN that could be shared or lost - reserved for your highest-security areas. Best for server rooms, labs, cash rooms and restricted areas.
Time-of-day access control
Access only works during approved hours, so each person can enter only when they should. Best for cleaners, shift workers, contractors and controlled after-hours access.
Access control options at a glance
Seven ways to control entry, and where each one tends to fit
Typical fits only - the right mix of methods comes from a site assessment of your doors, users and risk.
| Access type | How it works | Good fit |
|---|---|---|
| Keypad access | User enters a PIN code | Small teams, storerooms, staff doors |
| Key card access | User presents a programmed card | Offices, schools, commercial buildings |
| RFID fob access | User taps a small keyring fob | Gyms, strata, warehouses, contractors |
| Mobile access | User unlocks doors with a smartphone | Modern offices, multi-site teams |
| Cloud access control | Admins manage users and doors online | Multi-site businesses, managed buildings |
| Facial recognition / biometric | User is verified by face or fingerprint | High-security and restricted areas |
| Time-of-day access | Access only works during approved times | Cleaners, shifts, contractors, after-hours |
Control access from anywhere
Central control
Add and remove staff in seconds. Apply time zones and area rules across multiple sites.
Audit-ready
Every attempt is logged for security reviews, HR and insurer queries.
Safe egress
Fail-safe hardware and fire panel integration keep exits clear during alarms.
Scales with you
Start with one door; expand to floors, buildings and regions without rewiring.
Complete entry management tools
IP readers & controllers
Manage doors with networked controllers and readers for cards, fobs, PINs and biometrics. Event logs update in real time.
Multi-factor for critical rooms
Add a second factor - card plus PIN or biometric - on server rooms, labs and cash rooms where one credential isn't enough. We configure the rules and install the readers per door.
Wireless lock integration
Avoid disruptive cabling in heritage sites or finished fit-outs. Wireless locks run for tens of thousands of cycles per battery, depending on the lock and how often the door is used.
Unified security view
Link access events to camera footage and alarms for fast investigations. Works seamlessly with our CCTV systems.
Hardware and software we design and install
A commercial access control system combines the right mix of these components for your site.
Controllers and readers
Door controllers
Card readers and fob readers
Keypads and mobile credential readers
Biometric readers and facial recognition terminals
Locking and egress hardware
Electronic strikes and magnetic locks
Exit buttons and request-to-exit devices
Emergency break-glass units
Door position sensors
Access points beyond doors
Gate and roller-door access
Lift and floor access
Car park and boom-gate control
Management platforms and software
Cloud management platforms
On-premise management software
Inner Range Integriti for larger, multi-site environments
Inner Range Inception for small-to-medium businesses
Other suitable platforms - we recommend the right system for your site rather than forcing one platform into every job
Integrations
Integrated CCTV, alarm and intercom systems
Back-to-base monitoring
Building management systems
Our access control process
From the first site visit to ongoing support, here's how we deliver your system.
1. Site assessment
We review your entry points, doors, users, risks, operating hours and security goals.
2. System design
We recommend the right mix of hardware, credentials, management platform and integrations.
3. Installation
Our technicians install and configure the controllers, readers, locking devices and software.
4. User setup
We configure users, permissions, schedules, access groups and administrator access.
5. Testing and handover
We test doors, credentials, egress functions, audit logs and integrations before handover.
6. Ongoing support
We support changes, troubleshooting, maintenance and future upgrades as your needs evolve.
Why businesses choose Metwide for access control
Platform expertise (Integriti & Inception)
Certified partners for Inner Range systems, from SME installs to enterprise deployments.
Licensed, local technicians
Experienced security technicians. Ask for our current licence details for your state when you request a quote.
Compliance built-in (NCC, AS/NZS, FIP)
Systems designed to meet building codes, fire integration requirements and Australian standards.
Integrations done right (CCTV, alarms, BMS)
Seamless links to cameras, intrusion alarms and building management for unified security.
Rapid deployments with wireless options
Wireless locks cut cabling time for faster installs in live buildings and heritage sites.
Lifecycle support and 24/7 assistance
Preventive maintenance, remote diagnostics and priority callouts when you need them.
Reduce risk, save time and improve visitor experience
Simplify credential management
No more rekeying locks or chasing down lost keys. Digital credentials give you instant control.
Fewer key headaches
Revoke credentials instantly when roles change or cards are lost. No costly rekeying.
Faster onboarding/offboarding
Role templates grant the right areas from day one and remove them on exit.
Compliance and remote control
Keep auditors happy and stay in control whether you're on-site or remote.
Clear compliance trail
Time-stamped access logs support audits, incident reviews and insurer evidence.
Remote management
Update permissions, lock/unlock doors and review events from web or mobile.
Smooth operations and safety
Minimise disruption during install and keep evacuation paths clear by design.
Lower install disruption
Wireless options cut cabling and weekend works, ideal for live offices and retail.
Better safety outcomes
Fail-safe egress and fire panel integration keep evacuation paths open by design.
Commercial access control packages and pricing
Indicative fully installed pricing on the Inner Range Inception platform. Every package covers high-security hardware, cabling, programming, commissioning and admin handover. We confirm your exact fixed price after a free, no-obligation site assessment.
- Inner Range Inception platform browser-managed, with no on-site server to run
- Encrypted SIFER smart-card readers multi-drop RS-485 with 128-bit AES
- SCEC-approved FSH-FES20 strikes high-security mortice strikes, locksmith-fitted
1-Door Inception System
Secure a main office entry, a retail shopfront or a standalone high-security server room.
- Inner Range Inception controller with onboard web interface, no on-site server
- 1 x SIFER encrypted smart-card reader and FSH-FES20 high-security strike
- Security-grade cabling, programming, commissioning and admin handover
2-Door Inception System
Unified, web-managed entry across two doors, such as a front reception and a rear staff entrance.
- Inner Range Inception controller managing two secure entry points from one web hub
- 2 x SIFER encrypted smart-card readers and 2 x FSH-FES20 high-security strikes
- Access schedules, user groups and holiday exceptions programmed and handed over
4-Door Commercial System
Full perimeter and staff-zone coverage for expanding corporate sites or warehouse facilities.
- Inner Range Inception controller scaled to four doors with a multi-door power enclosure
- 4 x SIFER encrypted smart-card readers and 4 x FSH-FES20 high-security strikes
- Custom access groups, time-locked schedules and fire-trip integration, fully commissioned
Indicative 'from' pricing reflects a baseline installation-hours window (around 6 hours for the 1 and 2-door systems, around 12 hours for the 4-door). Your final fixed price is confirmed after a free, no-obligation site assessment that allows for door type, structural modifications and any fire-trip integration.
Extra doors, additional SIFER readers, custom door modifications and fire-trip integration are quoted with your site assessment. We put your fixed-scope price in writing before any work begins.
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Industries We Protect
Trusted across sectors
Tailored access control solutions for offices, healthcare, education and more.
Common questions about access control systems
What our clients are saying about us?
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"Partnering with Metwide Communications has been transformative for Ozlem Foods. Their bespoke security and communication systems have significantly enhanced our operational efficiency and safety. Highly recommend them for their professionalism and tailor-made solutions."
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Interested in access control for your business?
Book a free assessment. We'll scope doors, users and integration needs, then provide a clear plan and quote.
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