Jan 8 2010
Baldwin Hardware, manufacturer of architectural door and decorative hardware, introduces its latest security advancement, a keyless access control product offering with Home Connect™.
Home Connect technology enables these keyless electronic locks to communicate wirelessly with other devices in the home by remote access, mobile phone, touch panel or secure Internet connection. Baldwin will showcase its new innovative hardware at CES in Las Vegas, January 7-10, 2010 at its booth in the Digital Times area (North Hall #3409) as well as at the Control4 Partner Pavilion (North Hall #21407). CES is managed by the Consumer Electronics Association and is billed as the world’s largest consumer technology tradeshow.
Home Connect allows door locks to wirelessly speak to other systems within a house, such as security, lighting and entertainment systems. Homeowners may create a series of living environments, so that upon entrance, they are greeted by their own ideal specifications. In addition, locks with this technology allow homeowners to check door lock status and arm/disarm security systems from virtually anywhere.
Baldwin plans to initially offer two entry styles with Home Connect in spring 2010. Also, in supporting both ZigBee® and Z-Wave® wireless protocols homeowners are offered the most complete wireless solution. Moving forward in 2010, to ensure the seamless integration of Baldwin’s access control products, additional partnerships within the home automation and security industry will be announced.
“As a leader in both style and innovation, we aim to balance technology with Baldwin’s tradition of excellence and craftsmanship,” said Rob Empfield, Brand Manager for Baldwin Hardware. “The company rose from modest beginnings to capture the imagination of those who design homes for Presidents, style icons and lovers of historic architecture. In turn, the Baldwin enthusiast expects the finest, with a portfolio designed to meet a variety of stylistic choices. Our latest additions live up to that expectation, while continuing to respond to the evolving needs of homeowners today.”
Baldwin Hardware manufactures an extensive family of superior architectural and decorative products for residential and commercial use in a variety of finishes, including its proprietary Lifetime Finish™.
Source: http://www.baldwinhardware.com/