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Biometrics Selection Guide 2020

Access & Identity Management Handbook 2020 Biometrics Selection Guide, Access Control & Identity Management

Select technology: All | 3D fingerprint | card reader | ERS Biometrics | facial | fingerprint | full hand scan | hand | ID scan | keypad | PIN or biometric for security rules | QR code | RFID | RTE standalone or networked | tag swipe | vein

Select brand: All | Hikvision | IDEMIA | Suprema | ZKTeco

Select distributor: All | ADI Global Distribution | Elvey Security Technologies | ERS Biometrics | Gallagher | neaMetrics | Pinnacle | Regal Distributors SA | Sensor Security | Veracitech | Veracitech Engineering Botswana | Veracitech Systems Namibia


Hikvision

Biometric Technology: fingerprint, facial

Manufacturer/Brand name: Hikvision

Distributors/Suppliers: Regal Distributors SA, Sensor Security, Pinnacle, ADI Global Distribution

Device: DS-K1T607 Series Facial Terminal

Description: For quick and reliable facial verification – even under difficult light conditions – the Hikvision DS-K1T607 is an ideal solution. Its deep learning-empowered face recognition technology, plus fingerprint, QR code, password and intercom functions, make it a highly convenient and reliable facial terminal for any professional environment.

Application: Access control, time and attendance, video intercom

Integration support: Device SDK

Contact: Leon Hu

Tel: +27 72 967 5793

husiming@hikvision.com

www.hikvision.com


Regal Distributors SA

Biometric Technology: facial, fingerprint, QR code, ID scan

Manufacturer/Brand name: ZKTeco

Distributors/Suppliers: Regal Distributors SA

Device: ZKTeco FaceKiosk H13

Description: In order to provide a friendly and interactive user experience, the FaceKiosk H13 has a 13,3-inch touchscreen Android system smart device. ZKTeco has installed optional module functions that have a built-in RF card reader and fingerprint sensor which can accurately verify user identity information.

Application: Time and attendance, customer services, self-service kiosk, access control, hospitality payment, queuing solution, automated ticketing, advertising

Integration support: Android API

Contact: Andrew Levell-Smith

Tel: +27 11 553 3300

andrew.levell.smith@regalsecurity.co.za

www.regalsecurity.co.za


Suprema

Biometric Technology: facial

Manufacturer/Brand name: Suprema

Distributors/Suppliers: neaMetrics, ADI Global Distribution, Elvey Security Technologies, Gallagher

Device: Face Series

Description: FaceStation 2 and FaceLite feature proprietary algorithms for high-speed face matching and live face detection, and offer MIFARE/DESFire, RFID/NFC/ BLE, operating illuminance of up to 25 000 lux, maximum of 30 000 users and 5 million text logs. FaceStation 2 offers a wide touchscreen, videophone interface, embedded Web server and 50 000 image logs.

Application: Access control, time and attendance, building management, CCTV and VMS integration, home, office and production automation

Integration support: Developer API, software development integration support, open-platform Wiegand, RS-485, integrated door control, integrated with all major access control manufacturers

Contact: Suprema Team

Tel: +27 11 784 3952

enquiry@suprema.co.za

www.suprema.co.za


Veracitech

Biometric Technology: fingerprint, facial, hand

Manufacturer/Brand name: IDEMIA

Distributors/Suppliers: Veracitech, Veracitech Systems Namibia, Veracitech Engineering Botswana

Device: Morpho Wave and Sigma family

Description: Veracitech offers seamless, fully integrated template enrolment, template distribution, card and cardless terminal/reader usage on the XMP-Babylon platform. The company is an integration partner and value-added reseller for IDEMIA (Sagem/Morpho) biometric terminals, and has successfully integrated the new IDEMIA MorphoWave terminal.

Application: Access control, identity management, people management, time management, biometrics

Integration support: Integration partner for IDEMIA’s Sagem and Morpho products on the XMP-Babylon platform

Contact: Alvin Flaum

Tel: +27 11 888 7251

info@veracitech.co.za

www.veracitech.co.za


ZKTeco

Biometric Technology: facial, fingerprint, RFID

Manufacturer/Brand name: ZKTeco

Distributors/Suppliers: Regal Distributors SA, ERS Biometrics

Device: FaceDepot-7A

Description: The FaceDepot-7A is an outdoor facial recognition station with robust and compact design. It features enhanced visible light facial recognition with deep learning built-in, a 7-inch LCD display with impact-resistant glass cover, splash-proof design, wide range of lighting acceptance and maximum 10 000 face templates capacity.

Application: Access control, time and attendance

Integration support: Standalone, works with ZKBioSecurity

Contact: Brent Saaiman

Tel: +27 12 259 1047

brent@zkteco.co.za

www.zkteco.co.za


ZKTeco

Biometric Technology: facial, fingerprint, RFID

Manufacturer/Brand name: ZKTeco

Distributors/Suppliers: Regal Distributors SA, ERS Biometrics

Device: SpeedFace-H5

Description: The SpeedFace-H5 is a 3-in-1 starter facial recognition terminal with 5-inch touch display. Features include enhanced visible light facial recognition with deep learning, 3-in-1 verification with fingerprint, RFID and facial recognition, dual camera for real-time face detection, 6000 face template capacity, and recognition distance of 0,3-3 m.

Application: Access control, time and attendance

Integration support: Standalone, works with ZKBioSecurity

Contact: Brent Saaiman

Tel: +27 12 259 1047

brent@zkteco.co.za

www.zkteco.co.za


ZKTeco

Biometric Technology: facial, fingerprint, RFID

Manufacturer/Brand name: ZKTeco

Distributors/Suppliers: Regal Distributors SA, ERS Biometrics

Device: SpeedFace-V5

Description: The SpeedFace-V5 is a starter facial recognition terminal with 5-inch touch display. Features include enhanced visible light facial recognition with deep learning built-in, multiple verification with fngerprint, RFID, facial recognition, dual camera for real-time face detection, 6000 face template capacity and recognition distance of 0,3-3 m.

Application: Access control, time and attendance

Integration support: Standalone, works with ZKBioSecurity

Contact: Brent Saaiman

Tel: +27 12 259 1047

brent@zkteco.co.za

www.zkteco.co.za


ZKTeco

Biometric Technology: facial

Manufacturer/Brand name: ZKTeco

Distributors/Suppliers: Regal Distributors SA, ERS Biometrics

Device: ProFace X

Description: ProFace X is a fully upgraded version of the ProFace product line, which is designed to deal with all kinds of scenarios. It’s powered by the latest ZKTeco-customised CPU for running the intelligently engineered facial recognition algorithm to boost performance in all aspects.

Application: Access control, time and attendance

Integration support: Standalone, works with ZKBioSecurity

Contact: Brent Saaiman

Tel: +27 12 259 1047

brent@zkteco.co.za

www.zkteco.co.za




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