Success Story
Leading supermarket chain Lidl adopts 2N access system in the UK
Challenge
The Lidl
The Lidl brand was founded in Germany and has grown into one of Europe’s leading food retailers. When the company began planning the construction of more than 50,000 m2 of new distribution centres across the UK, they needed highly secure premises with efficient haulage traffic throughput. This necessitated a centralised access control system which could meet the demands of 24-hour vehicle access in all of the regional distribution centres, whilst being flexible enough to provide remote system maintenance and auditing from a central control point. When we were asked to provide the new access system, the requirements were clear:
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A cost-effective solution
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A scalable IP access control system
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Modern high-qualitydesign
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Products that can withstand the most demanding weather conditions
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Simple installation and administration
Secure access & robust protection
The distribution centres gained a reliable IP access control system using the call button modules and integrated cameras, achieving a greater level of security and traffic efficiency. The intercom system includes an anti-vandal solution with the highest durability according to IP69K and IK10 standards.Functionality
The integrated 2N access solution is simple to use – access authentication is done via intercom video calls to security, reception and logistics offices. The system provides additional options for further access technologies that can be added in the future, e.g. Bluetooth module, Fingerprint Reader module or the 2N Mobile Video application.Simple administration
The 2N intercoms can be set up remotely via 2N Access Commander so that the security agency can monitor the distribution centres in real time. In addition, the administrator can also access all devices remotely via a secure cloud connection.
Solution Our partner decided to utilise the following products from the 2N portfolio:
2N IP Verso
Each site features multiple vehicle and pedestrian access locations, some on 'gooseneck' stands – at dual heights for both haulage vehicles and staff cars – and some single height units at door/gate access points.
Access validation is done via intercom video calls (to security, reception and logistics offices) from 2N IP Verso audio-visual intercoms featuring a colour camera and additional 5 Call Button Module.
2N IP Force
2N IP Force intercoms were installed at the areas with higher-than-normal ambient noise levels, using the 4 Call Buttons and integrated camera. The wide-angle HD camera monitors events around the intercom and has 135° wide viewing with a night vision model. It is also the toughest IP intercom on the market, combining an anti-vandal solution with an elegant design.
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2N Access Commander
The simple integration to the existing central phone system allowed the 2N IP intercoms to provide flexible communication with incoming and remote door/ gate openings. The configuration and management of the complete access system is ensured by 2N Access Commander.
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