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Smart Access Control & Lock Systems for the Power Industry

The power industry involves the generation, transmission, distribution, and sale of electricity to consumers. As a critical infrastructure, it plays a vital role in modern society, powering homes, businesses, and industries.
 
However, the power industry is facing various security challenges.

Security & Operational Challenges in Electric Utilities

  • Copper theft and equipment sabotage
  • Difficulty working with contractors
  • Risks of high voltage equipment
  • Difficulties in temporary maintenance
  • Uncertainty about lock/unlock time
  • Difficult to manage large numbers of keys
  • Higher cost to replace the system
  • Inclement weather

Vanma Smart Lock Solutions for Power Infrastructure

  • No keyhole, pickproof
  • Different roles grant different authorities
  • Authorized access
  • Remote authorization
  • Audit trail
  • One Key for Multiple Locks
  • No wiring required for installation
  • IP68, waterproof and dustproof

Audit Trails & Audit-Based Responsibility Tracing

In order to ensure proper maintenance of electrical facilities, it is necessary for managers to have access to employee maintenance records. Operation logs for lock and unlock can serve as the basis for liability tracking in case of accidents such as equipment loss.

The Vanma locking system includes an audit trail and smart keys that store data. Once the data is uploaded to a computer, managers can review the specific times when locks were opened and unlocked.

Audit Trails & Audit-Based Responsibility Tracing

Remote & Flexible Access Control for Power Substation Staff

In the power industry, there are multiple departments and contractors who require access to different areas at various times. In case of sudden equipment failure, operators may need temporary access privileges.

Managers can remotely set access permissions for operators at substations or other sites using the Vanma management software according to their needs.

Remote & Flexible Access Control for Power Substation Staff
Eliminating Unauthorized Key Duplication and Loss Risks

Eliminating Unauthorized Key Duplication and Loss Risks

Some employees misplace keys, leading to key loss, while others illegally duplicate keys for convenience, both of which increase the difficulty of key management.

Vanma electronic keys use metal contacts to confirm access, instead of traditional key shapes. As a result, the Vanma Smart Key is nonduplicable.

Lost keys can be added to a blacklist to deny access without needing the lock to be replaced by the administrator.

IP68 Weatherproof Locks for Outdoor Power Facilities

Infrastructure in the power industry is often located outdoors and exposed to extreme weather conditions. Additionally, dust or oxidation of the lock cylinder can cause the lock to become jammed, preventing it from functioning properly.

The Vanma electronic lock has an IP68 protection rating, the highest level of waterproof and dustproof rating. It does not have a traditional keyhole, so there is no risk of dust or snow blocking the keyhole. The electronic key transmits data through infrared sensing technology, so it can still unlock even if the lock surface is wet.

IP68 Weatherproof Locks for Outdoor Power Facilities

System Composition

Vanma Solution consists of three parts, electronic key, electronic lock and management software. The electronic key is the core of the whole system, which powers the lock when it is unlocked. Vanma locks are passive devices. Access rights are stored in the electronic key. The Vanma management software is the foundation of the entire solution, by managing the software, distributing and revoking access rights, reviewing access records.

Vanma Electronic Keys

  • Infrared sensing
  • IP65
  • Basic Electronic Key
  • Bluetooth Electronic Key
  • Fingerprint Electronic Key

Vanma Electronic Locks

  • Stainless steel lock body
  • IP68

Vanma Management Software

  • Flexible authorization
  • Audit function
  • Blacklist function

Smart Key Lockers

  • Prevent nauthorized access
  • Access Trail
  • Key charging

Our Customer Cases

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Dominican Republic power station distribution box

Challenge: Clarify the site operation authority of operators through mobile app Dominica Republic is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea, and their power station is remote and surrounded by the sea on all sides. The need for electricity is very high, so it is especially important to protect the

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Mexico Utility Electric Meter

Challenge: Customized lock management for meter boxes The Mexico utility electric meter project was an important project to protect local outdoor power security. The meter boxes were scattered and located in a remote and harsh environment. Vanma took a number of steps to secure the meter boxes in order to keep

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Utility Pole Box in Indonesia

The Challenge: Smart lock system for easy operation and management A utility pole is a post that carries power lines and other equipment into the air to transmit electricity, insulated from the ground and away from people and vehicles. To prevent vandalism and the impact of bad weather on the equipment,

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Airport Access Control & Security Solutions

Airports are among the world’s most complex and security-critical facilities, managing thousands of staff, contractors, and restricted zones across vast, sprawling sites. From airside perimeter fences and baggage handling areas to control rooms and fuel storage, every access point demands reliable, traceable, and weather-resistant security. Traditional mechanical locks are no match for the scale, accountability, and operational demands of modern airport management. Vanma provides intelligent, power-free access control solutions purpose-built for the unique challenges of airport environments. With IP68-rated durability and proven deployments worldwide, our systems ensure secure, auditable, and flexible access management across terminals, perimeter gates, and critical infrastructure — helping airport operators maintain safety, meet compliance requirements, and keep operations running without interruption.

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Banking Access Control & Vault Security Solutions

With the branched-out offices, cash transit areas, and ATMs, employees, and cash are always on the move. Ensuring the physical security of cash is critical to the banking industry. That’s why key management in the banking industry is usually complex, often requiring two people to be on-site and unlocking at the same time.

For banks, in addition to the risk of burglary, also need to prevent internal employees from using their position to steal.

Vanma smart locks can improve operational efficiency in terms of both security access and management platform. Employees only need to carry one key with them, saving time to find the key. Managers can make changes to access rights at any time. Mainly used in transit Cash Box, ATM machines, bank tellers, etc.

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