About Alarm Controls
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Alarm Controls was founded in 1971 in Deer Park, New York, building its business around maglocks and access control accessories designed to offer both standard and custom solutions. Over more than five decades, the company established a reputation for quality equipment and short lead times in the security hardware industry.
The product catalog spans access control kits, call switches, delayed egress stations, digital keypads, push plates, magnetic locks, mortise cylinders, and request-to-exit stations — covering most of the accessory hardware needed around a commercial door access control installation. ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, acquired Alarm Controls, strengthening its existing access control portfolio with the brand's accessory lineup.
Today, backed by ASSA ABLOY's scale, Alarm Controls continues operating with the same customer service focus and short lead times its customers have relied on since 1971. ChatMRO helps security integrators and facilities teams match voltage, mounting style, and function against the Alarm Controls catalog, and our team supports RFQ submissions for single-door or multi-site installation orders.
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Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between a request-to-exit station and a delayed egress station?
A request-to-exit (REX) station signals the access control system that someone is leaving through a monitored door, typically unlocking it momentarily without triggering an alarm, while a delayed egress station intentionally delays door release for a set period (often 15 or 30 seconds) to deter unauthorized exits, commonly required by fire code in specific occupancy types. Which one you need depends on your facility's security and code requirements.
Are Alarm Controls maglocks compatible with standard access control panels?
Yes — Alarm Controls maglocks and accessories are designed to integrate with standard commercial access control systems, which is part of why ASSA ABLOY added the brand to its door opening portfolio. Confirm your panel's voltage and wiring requirements when specifying a maglock model.
What's the purpose of a digital keypad versus a card reader in access control?
A digital keypad grants access based on a numeric code entered by the user, while a card reader relies on a physical credential (card or fob) presented to the reader. Keypads are often used as a lower-cost option or as a secondary factor alongside card access for higher-security doors.
Does Alarm Controls make push plates for automatic door operators?
Yes — push plates are part of the standard product catalog, commonly used to activate automatic door operators for accessibility compliance in commercial buildings. Confirm your required plate size and mounting (wall or door-mounted) when ordering.
How do I find the right Alarm Controls product without an exact model number?
Describe the device type (maglock, keypad, push plate, or REX station), required voltage, and mounting style, and ChatMRO's AI will match it against the indexed Alarm Controls catalog. This is especially useful for security integrators replacing a failed component in an existing installation.