Snap One, now part of ADI, is now distributing hardware and software solutions from ProdataKey (PDK), marking its first entry into the access control space. 

According to Clint Choate, senior director, Snap One, PDK’s cloud-based access control systems can be used to address a variety of security challenges and offer strong integration capabilities with other brands Snap One carries.

“Physical access control has become increasingly important in today's security landscape as organizations recognize its role in safeguarding physical and digital assets by controlling who can access specific areas,” Choate said. “PDK’s access control solutions now empower Snap One partners to enhance security and peace of mind at commercial locations, high-end residences, gated communities and beyond. PDK’s access devices can help strengthen onsite security while making it simple for workers and users to access controlled spaces, which can be enhanced through integration with Snap One’s existing Digital Watchdog offerings.”

With the plug-and-play PDK ecosystem, owners get easy-to-use tools to manage access, set schedules for timed access and much more the announcement states. Owners and system managers can easily manage access from anywhere at any time using PDK’s cloud-based tools, regardless of the business’ size or number of users. The cloud-based design also simplifies maintenance and upkeep by limiting onsite hardware and providing automatic updates and enhancements as they are released.

PDK’s cloud-based access control system allows integrators and owners to scale the system based on their unique needs, leveraging a variety of products and solutions that include wired and wireless door controllers, keycard readers, fob readers and intuitive software to help manage user access and analyze room usage. The variety of credentialing options means each business owner or system administrator can choose to utilize Bluetooth, mobile push buttons, wearable credentials or high-security fobs and keycards to authenticate access permissions.

“We're excited to add PDK products to our portfolio and help our partners expand into access control and build complete and scalable, integrated security systems," said Choate. "As a combined business, Snap One and ADI are committed to working together to deliver even greater value to partners by offering more products and buying convenience, more support and local expertise, and more investment in innovation. We look forward to adding additional brands to continue expanding our comprehensive offering."