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Indala introduces rugged magnetic stripe readers

Friday, April 8, 2005

A magnetic stripe reader that its developer, Indala, calls one of the most reliable in the world, and which is backed by a five-year warranty, was introduced at ISC West in Las Vegas. The reader is ideal for access control, e-POS, ticketing or PC-logon.


Robust Readers Ideal for the Most Demanding Access Control Applications

Las Vegas, NV - ISC West – Indala launched the rugged MR Series (TM) of Magnetic Stripe Readers, which includes one of the most reliable magnetic read heads in the world. The superior Indala magneto-resistive read-head technology was developed and produced at the Company’s factory in the United Kingdom. The proven, high-quality MR Series is backed by a 5-year warranty-four times more than the industry average. Further, the MR Series built-in read head heater comes standard with every outdoor unit.

The MR Series includes the MR5100 range, which operates as 5Vdc and is ideally suited to meet the requirements for replacements or upgraded magnetic stripe reader installations. Both dual and triple LED options are available in stylish chrome and black finishes. · The MR5600 range operates at 12Vdc and is ideal for new installations that require magstripe reader connections to conventional access control panels.

The MR2000 Series provides both upgrade and new installation opportunities for RS232 serial connected magstripe applications. The Indala MR Series product range is suitable for most access control market requirements.

“We are pleased to add this new line to the Indala product family. It perfectly complements our ability to provide multiple technology solutions,” said Simon Barnes, Indala vice president Product Management. “Whatever the application; Access Control, E-POS, Ticketing or PC-Logon, the Indala MR Series of magnetic stripe readers is the ideal choice,” he added.

About INDALA Indala Corporation is a leading security technology company that develops and manufactures 125 kHz proximity; 13.56 MHz contactless and contact smart cards; and associated readers for physical and network access-control applications. Indala manufactures the highest quality RFID product lines including FlexPass(R) Series, CX Series(R) compatible cards, Cotag(R) long range RFID, and MIFARE(R)/DESFire(R) high frequency products. Indala is renowned for delivering highly secure customized card access solutions for government and commercial applications around the world. Founded in 1985, Indala’s installed customer base exceeds 100 million cards and two million readers. Indala was acquired by ASSA ABLOY in November of 2001. The Company’s headquarters is located in San Jose, California. For more information, call 408-361-4700 or visit the Indala website at www.indala.com[end] 

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