HES 9600 Commercial Building Applications
The HES 9600 is installed in commercial buildings across 5 primary application categories: office buildings, retail stores, warehouses, mixed-use facilities, and industrial plants. Hanchett Entry Systems (HES), an ASSA ABLOY company, designed the 9600 for integration with access control systems from Lenel, Software House, Genetec, and AMAG, providing 2,000 lbs holding force and 1,000,000+ cycle durability for high-traffic commercial entrances.
HES 9600 in 613 Oil Rubbed Bronze—popular for upscale commercial interiors
Why use the HES 9600 in commercial buildings?
The HES 9600 provides Grade 1 security with 2,000 lb holding force while allowing no-cut surface installation on existing frames. Commercial retrofit projects benefit from the surface-mount design that eliminates costly frame modifications. New construction projects specify the 9600 for windstorm compliance and high-cycle durability.
Commercial Benefits
- No frame cutting—Reduces installation time and cost
- 2,000 lb holding force—Exceeds Grade 1 requirements
- 1,000,000+ cycle endurance—Suitable for high-traffic entrances
- Access control integration—Works with card readers, keypads, and building systems
- 5-year warranty—Extendable to 10 years with SMART Pac III
Office Building Applications
Office buildings use the HES 9600 for perimeter doors, tenant entrances, and secure areas. The strike integrates with building-wide access control systems to manage employee and visitor access across multiple doors.
Typical Office Installations
- Main lobby entrances—After-hours security with card access
- Tenant suite doors—Individual tenant access control
- Server/IT rooms—Restricted access with audit trail
- Parking garage entries—Controlled building access
- Loading docks—Delivery access management
Retail Applications
Retail stores use the HES 9600 for back-of-house doors, receiving areas, and after-hours security. The strike's durability handles the constant traffic of employee and delivery access.
Typical Retail Installations
- Employee entrances—Staff-only access points
- Receiving doors—Delivery and vendor access
- Cash office doors—Restricted high-value areas
- Storage rooms—Inventory security
Warehouse and Industrial Applications
Warehouses and industrial facilities use the HES 9600 for personnel doors within larger facilities. The strike's operating temperature range (-31°F to +151°F) accommodates non-climate-controlled environments.
Typical Industrial Installations
- Personnel doors—Employee access separate from vehicle doors
- Office areas—Controlled access to administrative spaces
- Hazardous material storage—Compliance with access restrictions
- Shipping/receiving—Controlled dock access
Access Control Integration
The HES 9600 integrates with all major access control platforms including Lenel, Software House, AMAG, Honeywell, and others. The strike accepts standard 12V or 24V DC from access control panel relay outputs.
| Integration Component | HES 9600 Connection |
|---|---|
| Access control panel | Relay output to strike voltage input |
| Door status monitoring | LBM/LBSM option to panel input |
| Fire alarm integration | Relay contact in series with strike power |
| Building automation | Via access control panel interface |
Specification Considerations
When specifying the HES 9600 for commercial projects, consider the following requirements:
Specification Checklist
- Exit device compatibility (3/4" Pullman latchbolt)
- Frame type (wood or metal—no fire-rated)
- Available voltage (12V or 24V DC)
- Monitoring requirements (LBM or LBSM option)
- Finish to match door hardware
- Windstorm requirements (use 9600 in hurricane zones)
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