Overview
Manage and maintain control of access to your equipment
Trusted by industry leaders
What are the benefits of card and pin access control?
Keep your team safe
Only trained, authorised employees can operate specialist equipment. Matrix iQ’s key card access control and PIN system ensures anyone without the correct credentials won’t be able to start the machinery:
- Prevents unqualified staff from operating machinery they’re not trained for.
- Reduces the risk of accidents caused by operator error or inexperience.
- Helps your operation demonstrate you’re actively controlling access to potentially dangerous equipment.
Track equipment usage
Built-in usage monitoring gives you a complete, timestamped record of every operator interaction. This gives you:
- A full history of who used which equipment, when, and where.
- Real-time visibility of which machines are in use across your sites.
- A clear audit trail for compliance reporting and incident investigations.
Reduce machinery theft and improper use
Equipment stays immobilised to anyone without the right credentials, with GPS tracking built in for additional security. The system also gives you:
- Instant alerts if someone attempts to operate machinery without authorisation.
- Tamper notifications so your team can respond quickly before situations escalate.
Scalable and flexible solutions
Managing access as your workforce or fleet grows is straightforward. From your dashboard, you can:
- Add new operators and issue credentials remotely.
- Update or revoke access permissions at any time.
Manage and control your most specialised equipment
RFID card and keypad options
Choose between two authentication methods.
- Pin code access control: Operators enter a personal code to start equipment.
- Swipe card access control: Operators tap or swipe a contactless access control card for touchless access.
Automated alerts
Receive instant notifications so you can act fast when it matters: Unauthorised access attempts, ignition on/off events, and tampering alerts
Remote immobilisation
Disable any piece of equipment remotely if needed, whether responding to a security incident or removing access for an operator who is no longer authorised. Always maintains the safety of your equipment and your people.
Complete reporting
Access full usage data and operator history directly from your dashboard to support auditing and compliance reporting and provide clear accountability for every operator and every piece of equipment.
Offline capability
Keycard access control stores over 1,000 messages when connectivity is unavailable. Your records remain complete even in areas with poor signal or during periods of downtime so compliance is never compromised by connectivity.
Durable design
The Keypad features an IP66-rated sealed enclosure, designed to withstand the demands of outdoor construction and plant environments.
Testimonial
Why customers love Matrix iQ
Multi-industry expertise
We know the industries that depend on specialist equipment and plant machinery, and we know what’s at stake when access isn’t properly controlled. Our access control system is built as a practical safety and compliance tool for the environments where that control matters most.
Mixed fleet and asset solutions
Keypad works alongside Matrix iQ’s full range of vehicle and asset tracking solutions. You get a complete picture of your operation, including who’s driving what, who’s operating which machine, and where everything is.
Trusted provider
Matrix iQ has been providing dependable telematics solutions for over 25 years, and the Keypad reflects that. It logs every operator interaction automatically, stores records even without connectivity, and gives you the audit trail you need to protect your business.
FAQ
PIN and Card Access Control FAQs
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What is an access control system?
In a construction or a working environment that relies on the use of specialised heavy machinery, an access control system allows only trained, authorised operators to start or operate specialist machinery. Rather than relying on physical keys or manual checks, the system uses a PIN code or RFID card to verify the operator before the equipment will start. -
How does an access control system work?
A keypad is a pin-based access control device or swipe card access control reader that is fitted to specialised equipment. When an operator wants to use the machine, they either enter their PIN or tap their access control card. If the operator’s access is not valid, the equipment stays immobilised. Every interaction is automatically logged giving you a complete usage history accessible from your online dashboard. -
Can card access control be hacked?
Matrix iQ's smart card-based access control system has been designed with security in mind. Our system uses encrypted credentials, meaning access control cards cannot be easily cloned or replicated. -
How do I choose the right access control solution for my business?
The right solution depends on the nature of your operation, your workforce, and the equipment you need to secure. Our team of experts will take the time to understand your operation and provide recommendations based on your requirements.
