Proximity reader
The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers publication Glossary of architectural hardware terms defines a proximity reader as an 'access control reader which transmits a radio signal that reads the card or fob information when it is held in front of the reader.' A proximity card is defined as an 'electronic card which is used with proximity readers. The card details are programmed onto a microchip attached to a coil of copper wire which acts as an aerial to pick up the radio signal from the proximity reader.' See also Outside Access Device OAD
[edit] Related articles on Designing Buildings
- Access control.
- CCTV.
- Commercial security systems.
- Digital door lock market.
- Doors.
- Entry control.
- External doors.
- Hinge.
- Home security solutions market.
- How door locks work.
- Latch bolt.
- Mortice lock.
- Mortise vs mortice.
- Outbuildings security.
- Outside Access Device OAD.
- Perimeter security.
- Proximity access control system.
- Security and the built environment.
- Security glazing.
- Sneck.
- Types of alarm.
- Types of door.
- Types of lock.
Featured articles and news
Do you take the lead in a circular construction economy?
Help us develop and expand this wiki as a resource for academia and industry alike.
Warm Homes Plan Workforce Taskforce
Risks of undermining UK’s energy transition due to lack of electrotechnical industry representation, says ECA.
Cost Optimal Domestic Electrification CODE
Modelling retrofits only on costs that directly impact the consumer: upfront cost of equipment, energy costs and maintenance costs.
The Warm Homes Plan details released
What's new and what is not, with industry reactions.
Could AI and VR cause an increase the value of heritage?
The Orange book: 2026 Amendment 4 to BS 7671:2018
ECA welcomes IET and BSI content sign off.
How neural technologies could transform the design future
Enhancing legacy parametric engines, offering novel ways to explore solutions and generate geometry.
Key AI related terms to be aware of
With explanations from the UK government and other bodies.
From QS to further education teacher
Applying real world skills with the next generation.
A guide on how children can use LEGO to mirror real engineering processes.
Data infrastructure for next-generation materials science
Research Data Express to automate data processing and create AI-ready datasets for materials research.
Wired for the Future with ECA; powering skills and progress
ECA South Wales Business Day 2025, a day to remember.
AI for the conservation professional
A level of sophistication previously reserved for science fiction.
Biomass harvested in cycles of less than ten years.
An interview with the new CIAT President
Usman Yaqub BSc (Hons) PCIAT MFPWS.
Cost benefit model report of building safety regime in Wales
Proposed policy option costs for design and construction stage of the new building safety regime in Wales.
Do you receive our free biweekly newsletter?
If not you can sign up to receive it in your mailbox here.