Armatura, a global pioneer in advanced biometric and access control solutions, today announced a landmark achievement: multiple Armatura devices have officially received the prestigious SIA OSDP Verified certification. This coveted third-party validation from the Security Industry Association (SIA) confirms their stringent adherence to the SIA Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) standard and its Secure profile, based on specification version 2.2.2. The certification is a testament to Armatura’s commitment to high-security, interoperable communication across readers, peripherals, and controllers in the most demanding modern access control deployments.
The rigorous verification process encompassed Armatura’s Secure Access Control Units (ACUs) and Secure Peripheral Devices (PDs). These devices underwent comprehensive testing to ensure full conformance and robust feature support, including secure file transfer capabilities.
Certified for Excellence: The Armatura Devices
The following devices and their respective firmware versions have earned SIA OSDP Verified status:
Secure ACU Devices (Firmware 10.1.5)
- AHDU-1460
- AHDU-1260
- AHDU-1160
- AHSC-1000
Secure PD (I/O modules) (Firmware 1.0.24)
- AHEB-0808
- AHEB-1602
- AHEB-1616
Secure PD (Readers)
- EP10C (Firmware 14.0.25)
- EP20CKQ (Firmware 14.180.25)
- EP20CQ (Firmware 14.120.25)
- EP30CF (Firmware 14.210.25)
- VG10CKQ (Firmware 34.90.25)
The Power of OSDP: Redefining Access Control Security
OSDP, a standard meticulously maintained by SIA, represents a significant leap forward in secure, bidirectional communication between access control panels and peripheral devices. It replaces outdated legacy protocols like Wiegand by offering encrypted channels, continuous supervision, and modern feature profiles. By embracing OSDP and securing this independent verification, Armatura empowers its clients to significantly enhance protection against eavesdropping and tampering. This alignment also streamlines the design of truly interoperable, multi-vendor systems, a critical demand in today’s complex security landscape.
“This SIA OSDP Verified certification is more than a badge for us; it is a key milestone in our roadmap for secure, open, and future-ready access control,” stated Raymond So, General Manager of Armatura. “Today’s markets are actively moving away from proprietary ecosystems, seeking instead a foundation that meets the highest expectations for cybersecurity and reliability. By investing in OSDP and securing third-party verification across our controllers, I/O modules, and readers, we are giving integrators and end-users the absolute confidence to design interoperable systems with encrypted, supervised communication as a default, rather than as an afterthought.”
So further emphasized Armatura’s forward-looking vision: “To Armatura, OSDP is a crucial foundation for the next wave of innovation, spanning from secure remote updates and diagnostics to tighter integration with advanced biometrics and mobile credentials. As regulations tighten and risk landscapes evolve, having standards-based, verifiably secure transport between field devices and control panels is absolutely essential for safeguarding identities, transactions, and critical infrastructure.”
Seamless Integration and Operational Advantages
The newly certified devices integrate flawlessly with Armatura’s extensive portfolio, which includes advanced touchless palm and face recognition readers, versatile multi-tech RFID systems, and sophisticated AI-enhanced platforms. The deployment of encrypted, supervised OSDP links over extended cable runs adeptly addresses common industry challenges such as signal interception and device spoofing. Furthermore, these capabilities unlock powerful features like secure file transfer, remote configuration, and real-time monitoring. These advancements translate directly into tangible operational benefits, including reduced truck rolls, lower maintenance costs, and enhanced operational visibility across diverse environments—from bustling commercial offices and expansive campuses to vital healthcare facilities and critical infrastructure.
Armatura meticulously submitted four ACUs, three I/O modules, and five readers for rigorous testing. Remarkably, all devices passed without any compatibility issues, with only a minor PDID differentiation noted for specific reader models. This successful verification underscores Armatura’s unwavering adherence to global standards and best practices in cybersecurity and data protection.
As proudly listed on SIA’s official OSDP Verified products page, Armatura now stands among a select group of manufacturers actively driving the adoption of secure, standards-based access control. This invaluable resource empowers specifiers, integrators, and end-users to confidently reference these listings when designing or upgrading systems, ensuring that selected ACUs and PDs meet the highest defined security and performance profiles.
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