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Access Control

Access Control

Comprehensive Access Control Solutions for Enhanced Security

GENERATOR PLACEMENT

Costs can be minimized by placing the Residential  generator as close to the existing electrical service entrance as possible without getting too close. Gas and electric utility companies require specific clearances between their equipment and the equipment belonging to other companies or the homeowner. We will consult with  your local code authority and will ensure we place your generator correctly. A propane backup generator also requires a minimum distance between the tank’s fill valve and the generator which varies by locality.

Some general guidelines include placing your standby generator where prevailing winds will blow the exhaust away from the home. Keep the generator away from bedrooms, living areas, and where the noise won’t bother your neighbors. All locations must be at least five feet away from openings such as windows, soffit vents, and doorways.

Never locate the generator under an overhang, in a breezeway, or in recesses blocked by trees, shrubs or other vegetation. Avoid areas subject to snow drifts and protect the generator from pets, animals, people, and traffic.

ELECTRONIC LOCKS

Proximity readers are the most popular option in commercial access control. They are easy to use, and when cards are lost, it is a simple matter to deactivate them and issue new ones. They can also be combined with photo IDs for additional security. Proximity cards, which can work from one inch to three feet from a sensor, are the most common. Because there is no contact between the card and reader, they are very reliable and suffer little wear and tear. They are also inexpensive. A specialized type of proximity card is the automobile tag, which allows access to a parking facility without requiring the driver to open their window or get out of the car. Automobile tags can work at hundreds of feet away from a sensor. Security access systems can use magnetic stripe or barcode cards, as well, and these can be a money‐saving option if you already use one of these technologies for employee ID cards.

ACCESS LOGS

One of the biggest differences between access control systems is the computer software used to run them. This software lets you set access levels for each ID and door, view reports, and conduct audits to see who used a door at a certain time. We will make sure the software is easy to understand and use: access control systems should decrease administrative headaches, not introduce new ones. We can provide a demonstration of the software and show you how easy it is to add new employees, change access levels, create groups, and create detailed reports.

We will match the software with your computers operating system carefully: some access control systems only work with specific versions of Windows or other operating systems, the software we provide will work for many years to come.

Most access control system software is powerful enough to handle the needs of companies up to at least a thousand users.

INTERNET CONTROL

Electronic access control systems offer smart ways to manage access for commercial and industrial facilities These solutions integrate a range of electronic access control devices, locks and systems with management tools to help you control who has access to your offices, facilities and operations. We offer complete support in the layout, installation and assessment of these systems. The systems we provide will allow remote access to view history, lock and unlock doors, see if a door is open, release all doors, remove an employee and a multitude of other options.

  • A variety of electronic access control systems and devices
  • Electronic access control cards and readers based on leading technologies
  • Professional 24/7 access control management and administration
  • Turnkey access control card programs
  • Easy management of employee and visitor permissions
  • Alarm activity reporting
  • Weekly or monthly email reports
  • Door schedule maintenance
  • Automated software upgrades and backups
  • Holiday schedule management
  • Installation, service and support
Systems Installed
  • Honeywell
  • DoorKing
  • GeoVision
  • Schlage
  • Kwikset Kevo
  • Intellicard

The Six Benefits of Access Control.

  • Restrict areas to certain people to certain times of the day to certain days or any combination of all of these.
  • Ease of control with high turnover.  If you have a business with a high turnover, Access control can help where metal keys can not.
  • Protect valuable areas, protect valuable items.
  • Save money by integrating with Energy Savings devices.  The devices will know when the building is occupied.
  • Excellent for an area with many employees.  You can visually see which employee just received access.
  • Multi location companies can have the access control integrated across all offices.

Who is Access Control for.

  • Commercial Business trying to maintain control over who comes and goes.
  • Residential Customers that are trying to accomplish the following:
    • Lock all their doors with a spoken command via Alexa or Apple Home
    • Maintaining control on who enters their home
    • Perfect for latch key kids.  Know when your child has arrived home from school.
  • All other customers who want a simplified schedule based control over all their doors and rooms.

Stephen M, Lead Technician – Lighting Specialist

Steve brings many years of electrical experience and lighting experience. Steve is well versed in all facets of lighting including HID Lighting, LED Lghting, Energy Conservation, Bucket Trucks, Sign lighting.

Perry W, Lead Technician

Patrick B, Lead Technician

Lance N., Apprentice Electrician

Justin S, Lead Technician

Jason T, Lead Technician

Ernest Render, Journeyman Electrician

On any given day you will never see Ernest with a smile. From his infectious laugh to his ability to mold aspiring electricians Ernest has left many lasting impressions on our future generation. His patience and teaching ability are second to none.

Gary S., Lead Technician – Journeyman Electrician

We are proud to have Gary as part of our Jacksonville Electrician Team.

Daniel L, Apprentice

We are proud to have Daniel as part of our Jacksonville Electrician Team.

Evelin M, Administrative Assistant

We are proud to have Evelin as our Administrative Assistant for Empire Electric.

Michele S, Accounting

Michele has been working in the electrical trade for the last 20 years, with that it has brought her a vast range of experience in the electrical industry. In her early years she worked in the warehouse which allowed her to learn the parts and basics behind electrical work. When she transferred into the office it allowed her to be able to talk to the customers and answers their questions over the phone. She has handled everything from dispatching, accounting and management of employees. Providing top notch customer service to our customers is her number one goal. It makes her feel good to be able to be the first point of contact to our customers to help assist them over the phone then to schedule for the technicians to resolve their electrical needs. The end result is making sure our customers are completely satisfied from start to finish. On her days off, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughters doing outdoor activities such as kayaking, camping and water sports. In her spare time she enjoys scrapbooking and reading. We are pleased to have Michele as part of our Jacksonville Electrician Team

Kitty JonJock, Permit Coordinator

With permitting being an integral part of construction combined with the sheer volume of permits Empire Electric Inc. pulls with the different locale’s we are pleased to have someone with the experience and expertise dedicated to handling our very important and critical permitting indenture. From coordination to scheduling Kitty can handle the most critical or sensitive permitting with ease. Kitty brings over 20 years of combined Electrical and Mechanical experience in the construction / contracting field.

Jon Brockel, Project Manager

Dave Thompson, Service Manager

Dave is a native of Jacksonville. With over 25 years of electrical experience Dave performs the daily duty of smooth running fleet of technicians. From his combined electrical experience with impeccable customer service skills and techno0logy, Dave is able to maintain a smooth running service department and handle customers hand in hand.

Jim Sullivan, Owner – Vice President

Jim Sullivan is a native of Jacksonville, Florida, he attended Englewood High School and went right into the Electrical trade out of high school in 1983. He worked in the field as an electrician’s helper and then a Lead man then obtained his electrical license in the trade in 1990. Ove the course of 32 years in the trade he has gained a vast range of electrical knowledge by working on many different projects. He transferred into the office in 1999 to become a project manager, where he took off sets of plans for commercial and military jobs. He followed each job thru that he was awarded where he managed crews and over saw the job sites. He is eager and excited to be on a new adventure with his own company to be able to build on his customer basis and continue to provide outstanding customer service. During his off time, Jim enjoys spending time with his two sons boating and camping. He received his private pilot’s license in 2001 and enjoys flying in his spare time as well. We are proud to have Jim as part of our Jacksonville Electrician Team.

Rich Speaker, Owner – President

Rich is President of Empire Electric Inc. Rich was born and raised in Buffalo, New York in where he graduated Lafayette High School and joined the United States Navy. While in the Navy, Rich began his path in the electrical trade as a Electricians Mate stationed in Philadelphia Pennsylvania and subsequently upon the Conventional Aircraft Carrier, John F. Kennedy CV67, ultimately ending in Jacksonville, FL with an Honorable Discharge.Still young and eager to fulfill his thirst for knowledge in the electrical trade, R applied as an Electricians Helper. While progressing through the ranks as Electrician Helper, Rich decided it was time to utilize his G.I. Bill that was given for his military service. Wanting to integrate Electrical and Computer networking, Rich decided to attend night school to obtain his Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer MCSE certification in 2006. After the birth of his two children, Rich decided it was time to once again further his education and knowledge of the electrical trade. In December 2010 Rich obtained his Florida State Certified Master Electrician License EC13004667 and subsequently being accepted in to the Jacksonville Master Electricians Association J.M.E.A.