While many in-room safes may
appear similar, BIG differences exist: UL-certification,
Design, Ergonomics, Functionality,
and RFID/NFC and RF-online platform
set Elsafe�s NEW Sentinel II
apart from other in-room safes on the market.
PARIS � Dec 16, 2008 � Elsafe, the world leader in providing in-room
electronic safes to hotels, goes beyond the ordinary with the unveiling
of its new Sentinel II in-room safe series this month. The modern ergonomic
design of Sentinel II, developed by world renowned design and human factor
experts (Bresslergroup), is combined with the industry�s leading, high-quality
safe platform, resulting in a new product that truly stands apart and that
will complement the design of any guestroom.
Elsafe is the only hotel safe manufacturer to have achieved UL-1037
certification after passing extensive testing for physical break-ins, endurance
and jarring by the world's most prestigious, reliable and professional
testing organization, Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Today, with the launch
of its digital Sentinel II series, Elsafe also becomes the first security
manufacturer to introduce both RFID/NFC technology and RF-online options
for hotel in-room safes.
�Elsafe is once again setting the pace for in-room safe innovation,�
said Pascal Metivier, President of ASSA ABLOY Hospitality EMEA and Latin
America. �As more hotels worldwide begin adopting RFID and RF-online electronic-locking
systems for their guestrooms, such as the Signature RFID/NFC by VingCard
and VISIONLINE by VingCard solutions, we have simultaneously designed a
new, stylish in-room safe series that operate on either digital keypad,
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�Our safe technology works in tandem with the leading Signature RFID/NFC
contact-less electronic lock from VingCard,� he added. �Thanks to VingCard�s
exclusive anti-cloning technology, Sentinel II RFID/NFC can only be opened
with the designated RFID guest device or an NFC-equipped cell phone. This
represents a major improvement when compared to the security shortfalls
of older mag-stripe operated safes that are offered by other vendors. Indeed,
such safes can be opened with both a valid guest card and also with a valid
guest-card copy issued at reception. This represents a security challenge
because typically guests are leaving the spare copy unattended in the room.
The Sentinel II combines the same unmatched security standards Elsafe
is known for around the world with functional and trendy design. It is
the perfect in-room safe for quality- and design-conscious hoteliers, without
compromising guests� security needs.
Upgradeable solutions
The Sentinel II by Elsafe series is designed as a flexible platform
to accommodate quick and easy upgrades. Migrating from the from standard
Sentinel II Digital safe to the Sentinel II RFID/NFC system is trouble
free, as is upgrading to a Wireless RF-Online platform for remote communications
with a central server for both Sentinel II Digital and Sentinel II RFID/NFC. |
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Unbreakable, unbeatable security
While many in-room safes may appear similar, Metivier said that what�s
on the inside of the Sentinel II safes also makes a BIG difference in security.
In addition to featuring an industry-leading audit trail and an attractive,
ergonomic design, there are four additional unique features to the Sentinel
II by Elsafe that -- while invisible to the guest -- make the system the
most secure on the market and that helped Elsafe obtain the UL-1037 certification
for this series:
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Hook-style interlocking mechanism
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Anti-labyrinth mechanism that avoids reaching the electronics
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Solid piece, cold-pressed curved steel door that provides additional strength
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Extended solid steel hinges are arc-welded permanently to the door
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�As these features clearly show, not all safes are created equal,�
Metivier said. �Looks can be deceiving � and today more than ever hoteliers
need to align themselves to offer new standards to protect guests� and
owners� assets. Just because a safe looks secure, doesn�t mean that it
is.
Like Signature RFID/NFC by VingCard, Sentinel II RFID/NFC is compatible
with all main RFID ISO standards (ISO 14.443 A-MIFARE, ISO 14.443 B, ISO
15.693) and the new Near Field Communication (NFC) secure transaction platform
being deployed in cell phones worldwide.�
Sentinel II by Elsafe also is built to be compatible with VISIONLINE
RF-online solutions. Sentinel II in-room safes can hold up to a 17-inch
laptop computer, and an optional internal power outlet (EURO/UK/US) is
available on the inside of door for guest convenience. In addition, the
safe has been designed to accommodate �easy outside battery change� so
internal contents are not disturbed if a battery needs replaced.
For more information on the Sentinel II Series, visit www.elsafe.com.
About VingCard Elsafe
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world leader in hotel security technology, ASSA ABLOY Hospitality has products
installed in more than 36,000 properties worldwide, securing in excess
of 6 million hotel rooms. The ASSA ABLOY Group, a publicly listed company,
is a world leader in security and hospitality systems. VingCard provides
numerous electronic locking system solutions, including traditional magnetic-strip,
smartcard systems and the latest RFID electronic locks compatible with
the main ISO standards: ISO 14.443A (MIFARE), ISO 14.443B, ISO15.693 and
NFC-compatible (Near Field Communication), fully integrated PMS interface
software solutions and worldwide service and support in more than 165 countries.
Elsafe provides the only UL-listed (1037) hotel safe series on the market
today in keypad and card-based models. Safes that include an internal power
outlet to support recharging of laptops and camcorders also are available
with a UL listing. Elsafe customers also enjoy the same worldwide service
and support. The ASSA ABLOY Hospitality Group is dedicated to the hospitality
industry. For more information on VingCard Elsafe, visit www.vingcard.com
or www.elsafe.com.
About Bresslergroup
Based in Philadelphia, Bresslergroup offers innovative product solutions
via integrated user research, industrial design and production engineering.
The consultancy serves consumer, medical, office and industrial goods manufacturers.
Since its founding in 1970, Bresslergroup has won more than 70 major design
awards including IDEA and iF Hanover, as well as authored more than 90
patents. The company�s researchers, strategists, designers and engineers
continue to develop award-winning, highly marketable innovative products
for clients of every stripe. For more information on Bresslergroup, please
visit www.bresslergroup.com
and contact Michael Flanagan, Director of Marketing, at 215-209-3046 or
e-mail [email protected].
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