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Trango Systems on the web. I would have put thier link in the reply but they will not allow newbies like me to post them. I have used thier video setups with PTZ's and they actually work.

Hopefully you can parlay your customer into more than four doors and if you can and you buy the right software this platform can grow easily.

There is so much about all the systems to choose from. I have been able to keep up with the new stuff by reading trade magazines and the web. There is a wealth of info out here, some of it wrong but at least you can get the basic idea. When you hear a buzzword, Google it and study up. Just keep in mind that some of what you are reading is written by the people trying to sell it to you.

I'm new here and looking forward to being part of these discussions. Part of the design is why the customer wants a mantrap? Is it to limit RF transmissins or to make sure the person entering goes through a metal detector? Maybe just to keep prying eyes out? Is there a requirement for only one person to go through at a time or are multiples okay, maybe you could apply a two man rule? Is there a sound requirement to meet? Maybe you dont need three doors? I have had good success with two doors almost everywhere but have had to use three for sound. I use a simple brick type PLC to do this but I used to do it with DPDT door switches and some Altronix relays. I have used the maglock/strike combo and the AHJ had no issues with it. I usually put a mechanical over-ride keyswitch tied to an audible/notification alarm inside the space to allow emergency personnel access. This precludes the bad guys from hitting the F/A and getting access while allowing free egress on a F/A. The ingress is controlled by people in the space. Some AHJ's will insist on the doors opening on F/A and will not bend, some allow an over-ride keyswitch and others say egress is all that is needed. Just some thoughts, hope they help.