Canal+

For new headquarters in a Paris suburb, Canal+ wanted a completely connected smart building to enable efficient, flexible working. In addition to streamlining their working environment, Canal+ takes particular care to green interior and exterior spaces – as well as to indoor air quality and exposure to natural light – in order to reduce the building’s energy consumption.

Requirements

• Filtering access to all technical areas of the building, for 1,200 employees plus visitors and contractors
• No-compromise protection at multiple types of door, both internal openings and external / emergency exits
• Seamless integration with a Genetec access management system, so users only carry one credential for convenience
• Access control devices which offer high performance in both security and sustainability criteria

Solution

To secure interior doors, Canal+ chose the award-winning Aperio^® H100 Wireless Handle. This battery operated device combines security with contemporary aesthetics and a minimal footprint. This integration gives employees the flexibility and convenience of carrying one multisite credential. Like every Aperio^® device, H100 is fitted without wiring, which saves doors from installation damage. It works without mains power, consuming much less energy than a traditional wired door lock.

From their integrated Genetec control panel, administrators issue, amend or withdraw access to individual users or rooms. H100 handles connect with a smart building system to prevent unauthorized intrusion into sensitive areas.

«We plan to equip new Vivendi Group sites and not just the Canal+ headquarters», said Abdeljelil Saidi, Director of Safety and Security, Vivendi/Canal+ Group.