Here at FST we have a comprehensive list of technology and hardware that has come to our attention during this pandemic…

NEW DAHUA THERMAL CAMERA

The Dahua Thermal Temperature Monitoring Solution offers the latest hybrid thermal network camera that combines a Vanadium Oxide (VOx) sensor with a 2 MP visible-light sensor. The solution also provides a blackbody calibration device that maintains a customizable constant temperature as a reference point for the thermal camera. The thermal camera coupled with the blackbody calibration device and a feature-rich 4 TB Network Video Recorder delivers a contactless solution for continuous and non-invasive comparison of human skin temperature compared to the blackbody device. Thermal Temperature Monitoring technology enables quick detection of elevated skin temperatures compared to the customizable blackbody calibration device. Thermal imaging equipment can easily be installed and implemented to detect elevated skin temperature in environments such as airports, hospitals, clinics, office buildings, cruise ships, and any large public gathering location.

The Dahua Thermal Temperature Monitoring Solution is not a medical device and is not designed or intended for diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease or condition. The solution is a screening tool that businesses and households can use to identify individuals with elevated skin temperature compared to a customizable reference temperature on or entering their premises.

*USE NOT ALLOWED IN GOVERNMENT FACILITIES*

UNIVIEW HEAT-TRACKER Series

The main two factions of this series are access control terminals, both contactless. One, is a terminal using facial recognition and temperature measurement, the second is a security gate with temperature measurement.

Both are for use in public areas, such as places of business, schools, and public transit services.

The Temperature Measurement terminal (pictured left) supports non-contact detection of wrist temperature, warning of people with an abnormal body temperature and combined with facial recognition, can pinpoint who it is that has this high temperature, attaching it to their footprint.

The security gate, functions as a typical metal detection access control security gate. It is multi-functional, and supports temperature measurement. It can be rapidly deployed and is easy to use. And is a completely non-contact detection to avoid cross infection. An alarm will trigger when the detected temperature over the set value.

*USE NOT ALLOWED IN GOVERNMENT FACILITIES*

Stepnpull foot operated door opener

Why a bottom door opener?
This time period in our lives with Covid-19, a bottom opening door handle where hands do not have to come into contact with a door handle can be paramount. Even once this pandemic has passed, this is a great hygienic addition to any facility.

StepNpull® is a foot operated door opener that works on any latch-less commercial wood or metal door. Available in four stylish finishes. International shipping.

ASSA ABLOY MicroShield® ---a new innovative finish coating that delivers protection against a broad range of bacteria and microbes. MicroShield uses Agion Technologies’ silver ion based antimicrobial agent to produce this new protective finish that suppresses the growth of bacteria, algae, yeast, fungi, mold and mildew on the surface of the finished product. This non-toxic finish lasts the life of the hardware and is available on Rockwood door pulls, push bars and protection plates.

The Challenge

To protect against the spread of bacteria and other dangerous microbes, it’s important to consider the role of high touch door hardware in a publicly-used building. Visitors and occupants continuously handle door levers and exit devices. Bacteria and other microbes can live on these hardware surfaces for hours, transferring from one person to another.

GT 710 Medium-Duty, Low Energy ADA, Fire Door/Access System (pictured right) operates in both automatic and manual modes. It features a 2-60 second hold-open range and a "push-n-go" feature. The “Push-N-Go” feature provides easy automatic operation to open the door, eliminating the cost of wall switches

In manual mode, the system closes slowly upon release to enable passage. The GT System 710 is the only operator with a hydraulic backcheck that protects the door and operator from damage when forced open in windy conditions or when manually opened. The GT 710, with its hydraulic closer offers the flexibility to adjust the closing pressure as needed for specific site conditions. The GT 710 operator is approved for use on fire door assemblies rated up to 3 hours.

SECURITRON from Assa Abloy, is a new class of motion sensing technology for hands-free, contactless switch activation. Use for request to exit (REX), activation or on/off switching to trigger a variety of access control devices in place of a push plate or push button.

Another product, BEA Americas’ Wave to Open Plates, is another great alternative to a touch activator button. BEA is the world's leading provider of sensors designed for the activation and safety of automatic doors. Headquartered in Liege, Belgium, BEA was founded in 1965 and has a worldwide presence with offices in Europe, Asia, as well as the United States.

Containing HAI’s has been the main function of BEA’s touchless solutions, but now in the age of Covid, touchless technology is so much more crucial.

For maximum effectiveness, touchless plates should be accompanied with both visible and audible alerts to further aid in the successful signaling of a door’s activation. In dimly-lit areas, lighted touch plates help improve both visibility and accessibility.