Hard Wired Security Systems VS. Wireless Security Systems For Your Business – Which is Right For Me?
In many ways, we live in a world without wires and the convenience is outstanding. Advances in technology have improved the efficiency and size of modern security systems and you may shave already wondered: is a traditional hard-wired or a wireless security system best for my business? At Advanced Lock and Security, we have extensive knowledge of all types of systems and we’d like to take this opportunity to answer some of these questions for you. First, let’s learn a little more about each type of system:
Wired Systems
A large part of any security system are door and window sensors. These type of sensors are generally wired to a main panel and require complicated, professional installation. One big advantage of a wired-sensor security system is reliability, wired sensors aren’t subject to the same types of interference and unpredictability as a wireless sensor. A drawback of a wired sensor is that, if a wire is cut, not only can your safety be compromised, repair can be complicated. If your business is already wired for a security system, it’s easy to tap into existing wires. Adding sensors or other equipment, however, can require complicated installation.
Wireless Systems
A wireless security system works very similar to a wired system: sensors are placed in doors and also in windows but, instead of linking these gadgets between a series of wires, they are linked with sensors that transmit information to the main infrastructure. These systems use technology that’s very similar to a wireless internet router. A big advantage of a wireless security system is that installation is less complicated thanks to the lack of wires that would need to be run and hidden. In addition, an intruder can’t simply cut a wire to disable a piece of wireless equipment. In addition, wireless security components are powered by an internal battery which will continue working even in the event of a power failure. Potential drawbacks to wireless security components include failure due to interference, though most modern wireless security systems boast exceptional reliability, and failure if the battery dies and hasn’t been replaced.
Advanced Lock and Security offers a wide variety of hard-wired, wireless and combination security system solutions for your business. We’d be thrilled to assist you in devising a security system that best fits your individual needs in Pennsylvania, Delaware or South Jersey!
