About Command Access Technologies
About Command Access Technologies
Command Access Technologies was founded in 1999 in Yorba Linda, California, starting in just 500 square feet and growing out of the contract hardware side of the access control industry. At the time, electromechanical door hardware was expensive and carried long lead times, and Command Access was created to deliver electrified hardware solutions with fewer headaches for integrators and locksmiths.
The company began with electrified hinges and mortise locks and has since expanded its line to include electrified mortise and cylindrical locks, exit trim, latch retraction kits, exit devices, power accessories, power supplies, and hinges. Command Access now operates from a 7,000-square-foot facility in Fullerton, California, employing around two dozen people focused on modifying and manufacturing electromechanical hardware.
In August 2026, Command Access Technologies was acquired by PDQ Manufacturing, bringing its electrified hardware line into a broader door hardware portfolio. On ChatMRO, access control integrators can search by door opening type, voltage, or hardware function to find the right Command Access component for a project.
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Frequently asked questions
What problem was Command Access Technologies created to solve?
Command Access Technologies was founded in 1999 to address the high cost and long lead times associated with electromechanical door hardware at the time, aiming to make electrified locks and exit devices easier to source and install. The company built its early reputation on electrified hinges and mortise locks before expanding its line.
What types of electrified hardware does Command Access Technologies manufacture?
Command Access Technologies manufactures electrified mortise and cylindrical locks, exit trim, latch retraction kits, exit devices, power transfer hinges, and power supplies for access-controlled door openings. This range covers most of the electromechanical components needed for a modern electronic access control installation.
Is Command Access Technologies still an independent company?
As of August 2026, Command Access Technologies was acquired by PDQ Manufacturing, joining a broader door hardware product portfolio. The Command Access brand and product lines continue to be manufactured from its Fullerton, California facility.
What is latch retraction used for in electrified hardware?
Latch retraction kits allow an exit device's latch to be electrically retracted remotely or via access control signal, enabling a door to be unlocked without mechanical actuation at the device itself. These kits are commonly integrated with card readers or other access control credentials.
Who typically specifies Command Access Technologies products?
Command Access Technologies' electrified hardware is typically specified by security integrators, locksmiths, and architects designing access-controlled door openings for commercial and institutional buildings. Specifying your door type and required electrified function helps route your request to the correct product.