Save Energy with Paxton’s Net2 Access Control

Ofgem has announced the energy price cap will increase by 5% starting January. Paxton offers access control systems that can help save building energy by utilising smart features. This not only has a positive environmental impact but importantly helps save businesses money.

Paxton’s Net2 is a PC-based access control system that is ideal for granting or restricting access to a building. The system comes with functionality that provide a simple way to save energy.

Use Triggers and Actions to Enable Automated Events

Many appliances still use energy when on standby mode or being left on accidentally. This phantom energy can contribute to around 30% of the average energy bill.

Triggers and Actions is a powerful feature offered by Net2. It is a series of rules that enable site activities and can support lower energy consumption when implemented correctly.

Steve Woodbridge, Paxton’s Global Training Manager, explains: “Facility managers can set an event within Net2 software to automatically switch off appliances. By utilising the Triggers and Actions feature, lights or heating can be set to turn off when the last person leaves the building. This avoids appliances being left on after working hours and saves energy.”

Manage Machines with Energy Saving Readers

The Net2 Proximity Energy Saving Reader is another useful energy saving option. It can act like a power switch, to help save energy in a simple and automated way. Used with the Net2 software, building managers can easily tailor access privileges to up to 50,000 users and manage access to energy-intensive appliances.

Steve said: “In some industries, like manufacturing, there are machines that consume a high-level of energy. Site managers can use Net2 to give access only to employees who are trained to use the equipment.

“The energy saving readers are specially designed with a cover to retain a user’s card which turns the power on and off. The product can be installed on high-energy consuming machines, and building managers can use Net2 to set that power will only come on when a valid user card is inserted.”

Steve continues: “When a person leaves a room and takes out the card, the machines will automatically turn off as it’s like switching off the power. This stops unauthorised access and energy wastage, ensuring the machines are always switched off when not in use as default.”

Read more exclusives and news in our latest issue here.

Never miss a story… Follow us on:
Security Buyer
 @SecurityBuyer
 @Secbuyer

Media Contact
Rebecca Morpeth Spayne,
Editor, Security Portfolio
Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922
Email: [email protected]

About Security Buyer

Security Buyer is the leading authority in global security content, delivering expert news, in-depth articles, exclusive interviews, and industry insights across print, digital, and event platforms. Published 10 times a year, the magazine is a trusted resource for professionals seeking updates and analysis on the latest developments in the security sector.

To submit an article, or for sponsorship opportunities, please contact our team below.

Rebecca Spayne picture 2025

Rebecca Spayne

Managing
EDITOR

Georgina Turner image

Georgina Turner

Sales
Manager

Afua Akoto image - Security Buyer

Afua Akoto

Marketing Manager

Read the Latest Issue

Follow us on X

Follow us on X

Click Here

Follow us on LinkedIn

Follow us on LinkedIn

Click Here

Advertise here

Reach decision makers and amplify your marketing

Advertise here

Click Here

Related News

OneLink

Product Spotlight – Gallagher’s OneLink

Gallagher Security presents, OneLink – the product that is elevating remote security through the power of the cloud 
Pinaccle systems

Pinnacle Systems further supports Installers and System Integrators

Pinnacle Systems has launched the Pinnacle Partner Programme, a new initiative designed to provide enhanced support for installers…
Stephen Tickle

Comelit-PAC Appoints Stephen Tickle as Regional Sales Manager

Comelit-PAC has appointed Stephen Tickle as its new Regional Sales Manager.  Stephen will focus on supporting PAC’s access control…
Intersec Saudi

Intersec Saudi Arabia returns with record exhibition space

Intersec Saudi Arabia, the premier industry platform for security, safety and fire protection, will return to the Riyadh…
Abloy UK

Abloy Academy breaks attendance records

Abloy UK has achieved record breaking attendance at its Academy, with more professionals than ever attending its…
Hikvision

Hikvision Introduces X-ray Baggage Inspection System

Hikvision India has recently introduced X-ray Baggage Inspection System with AI- enabled Intelligent Recognition Capabilities…
GBV

IFPO Column: The Quiet Signals of Danger

Yoyo Hamblen of IFPO and Gary Simpson, Nonverbal and Behavioural specialist discuss the important topic of Gender-Based Violence..
Doorbird Carousel

Product Spotlight – Door Communication for the “Neue Wallufer”

 A customised solution case study for a residential complex is presented by DoorBird and CompuNet Systems GmbH 
suprema

Suprema Achieves EN 60839 Certification

Suprema, a global provider of AI-powered access control and security solutions, has achieved EN 60839-11-1:2013 Grade 3 certification
Gallagher

Gallagher Security cultivates key partnerships in Riyadh

Organised in partnership with the New Zealand Embassy, Gallagher Security hosted an event in Riyadh to explore business…
Scroll to Top