Allegion US has expanded its Schlage® XE360™ Series with the integration of RealSync™, enhancing the capabilities of its wireless security locks. Originally launched in 2024, the XE360 Series offers building managers real-time control and monitoring of security devices without requiring additional cabling or infrastructure. This advancement in access control technology leverages existing Wi-Fi networks, enabling seamless management akin to traditional wired systems but without the complexity.
The inclusion of RealSync marks a transformative development in commercial access control. Nate Spitz, the general manager of Schlage locks at Allegion, highlighted the breakthrough, stating, “By leveraging a building’s existing Wi-Fi infrastructure, we are breaking the traditional barriers of cost and complexity.” The XE360 Series now affords building owners the ability to implement real-time access control universally, shifting the industry standard from periodic to continuous device connectivity via Allegion’s first cloud-to-cloud communication protocol.
Central to this advancement is the FleX™ Module, which allows current XE360 hardware users to easily transition to real-time connectivity. This modular design not only updates locks to maintain cutting-edge security via over-the-air firmware updates but also preserves the initial hardware investment. Buildings equipped with XE360 Series locks can thus keep pace with evolving security needs efficiently.
Overcoming previous limitations, the XE360 Series now features enhanced power efficiency, achieving over a year of battery life with four standard AA batteries while retaining constant Wi-Fi connections. This improvement reduces maintenance demands and lowers operating costs, making it viable for more extensive deployment across various building types.
The RealSync-equipped XE360 Series extends Allegion’s reach beyond traditional markets, targeting commercial properties, smaller businesses, and specialised facilities like student housing and senior living centres. The system’s cloud-based platform allows for effective management of security access and audit trails, improving operational outcomes such as tenant satisfaction and potentially increasing Net Operating Income (NOI).
The demonstrated demand for this technology is highlighted by the early adoption from multiple Physical Access Control Software (PACS) partners. Brivo is set to be the first PACS partner to integrate fully with the RealSync platform, indicating a broad industry acceptance and a step forward in commercial security solutions.
