Request to Exit (REX) Panic Bar Applications
Ensure seamless egress and superior system monitoring with professional Request to Exit (REX) Panic Bar Applications. These specialized exit devices feature integrated signaling switches that notify your access control system the moment the touch bar is depressed. This essential functionality allows for authorized egress without triggering a "door forced" alarm, maintaining a secure building perimeter while ensuring full life safety code compliance. Our curated configurations—ranging from Motorized Electric Latch Retraction to Windstorm and Hurricane certified hardware—provide the necessary technical specifications and precision mounting hardware required to integrate high-traffic emergency exits with modern electronic security networks.
System Operation:
Allows for immediate, code-compliant egress by shunting the door alarm or releasing an electromagnetic lock before the door is opened.
- Door normally closed and locked by exit device
- Door released on exterior side by key switch/ card reader/ keypad
- Door released on interior side by exit device
- The Request to Exit (REX) feature is used to signal the unauthorized egress of an opening. These devices are equipped with an internal SPDT switch that monitors the touch bar. The switch can also be connected to a security console.
Electrified Exit Devices
Beyond standard Request to Exit signaling, our electrified hardware offers advanced monitoring and control options for any architectural opening. Latchbolt Monitoring and Signal Switches provide real-time feedback on door status, while Motorized Electric Latch Retraction (MELR) and Electric Dogging allow for seamless integration with automatic operators and high-traffic scheduling. For high-security environments, Delayed Egress functionality deters unauthorized exit without compromising life-safety codes. Each of these configurations is available with Windstorm and Hurricane certification, ensuring the technical specifications and mounting hardware meet the most rigorous coastal building requirements.
Readers, Keypads & Egress Sensors
Control who enters and how they exit. This section includes Securitron DK-26 keypads, proximity readers, and high-accuracy XMS2 motion sensors. In 2026, we prioritize "No-Touch" technology, featuring Alarm Controls wave-to-open sensors that trigger both the lock release and the door operator for a completely sanitary, hands-free experience.
Power Supplies & Power Transfer
Ensure your electrified hardware never misses a beat with our Securitron BPS and PSP power supplies, which deliver clean, filtered power to your access control system. To protect critical wiring from damage or tampering, we offer a full range of power transfer solutions, including concealed electric hinges, EPTs, and heavy-duty armored door loops.
McKinney ElectroLynx® Accessories
To eliminate the risk of field-wiring errors, McKinney ElectroLynx® accessories offer a plug-and-play system. This section includes cable harnesses, crimpers, and connectors that allow for snap-together installation, significantly reducing labor costs and ensuring a fail-safe connection between the power source and the hardware.
Fire-Rated Stairwell Re-entry
Ensuring life safety compliance is critical in multi-story environments. Our Fire-Rated Stairwell configurations utilize fail-safe electric locks that automatically unlock the exterior lever upon a signal from the fire alarm system. This allows for safe, immediate re-entry during emergencies while maintaining restricted access during normal business hours. Each set is designed for seamless integration with existing life safety protocols and includes technical data for code verification.
Perimeter Building Security
Protecting the building envelope requires hardware that remains uncompromised during power interruptions. For these applications, we recommend fail-secure electrified mortise locks, which ensure the exterior lever remains locked even if power is lost. This setup is ideal for main entrances and sensitive perimeter doors where maintaining a secure "closed" state is the primary objective. All perimeter solutions are provided with heavy-duty mounting hardware for maximum resistance.
Integrated Request to Exit (REX)
Streamline your installation by choosing electrified locks with Integrated Request to Exit (REX) switches. By housing the monitoring switch directly within the lock body, you eliminate the need for additional mounting components on the door frame or separate wall-mounted sensors. This built-in functionality simplifies the wiring process and provides a cleaner architectural look while ensuring the access control system accurately tracks authorized egress.
Low-Voltage Power Requirements
The longevity of any electric lock depends on the quality of the power it receives. To protect sensitive internal solenoids from heat buildup and electrical noise, these applications require filtered and regulated low-voltage power supplies. Utilizing the correct power source ensures consistent performance and prevents premature hardware failure. Detailed installation guides are available to help you match the correct voltage and amperage to your specific lockset.