For immediate release:
NEW Infinity II by Elsafe Resets Standards for
Peak In-Room Safe Design and Functionality
Elsafe’s exclusive Anti-tamper and Anti-cloning Technology, UL-Certification,
Design, optional Gold-Finish, Ergonomics, Functionality, and RFID/NFC and
RF-online Compatibility set it apart from the competition.
SINGAPORE—MAY 18, 2009—The word “Infinity,” according to the Merriam
Webster Dictionary, means “boundless” or “inconceivably great or
extensive.” To the global hospitality industry, the name “Infinity” means topof-the-line advance security via an in-room safe by Elsafe that is literally
designed to last forever. Today, the boundaries of mechanical design are
extended even further with the release of Infinity II by Elsafe – an
inconceivably great in-room safe that now features exclusive anti-tamper
technology, exclusive anti-cloning technology via RFID carrier, optional
white and gold design finish, and compatibility to both RFID/NFC (Radio
Frequency IDentification/Near Field Communications) and RF-online high
security electronic locks.
“Luxury hotels and resorts, lifestyle brands and boutique hotels are all looking for superior, unmatched
security from their in-room safes. Infinity II by Elsafe can meet this expectation for their guests,” said
Vegard Prytz, Vice President and Regional Director Asia Pacific. “Infinity II by Elsafe is the most
sophisticated in-room safe available today, bringing together Elsafe’s exclusive UL certification with
the collection’s solid, heavy gauge steel construction and streamlined design elements.”
Elsafe is the only hotel safe manufacturer that has achieved UL-1037 certification after passing
extensive testing for physical break-ins, endurance and jarring by the world's most prestigious, reliable
and professional testing organization, Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
“As more hotels worldwide begin adopting RFID and RF-online
electronic locking systems, Infinity II by Elsafe provides hoteliers with
the option to work in tandem with Signature RFID/NFC and
VISIONLINE solutions from VingCard. Infinity II by Elsafe is operated
either through a blue-backlit digital keypad or the guests’ unique RFID
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keycard,” said Prytz. “Elsafe’s unique functionality shows the brand has once again raised the bar for
in-room safe innovation.”
Infinity II follows the December 2008 release of Elsafe’s SENTINEL II next generation in-room series.
SENTINEL II is a flexible platform that accommodates quick and easy upgrades for RFID/NFC and
RF-online compatibility, and combines the same unmatched security standards Elsafe is known for
around the world with functional and trendy design.
“What differentiates Infinity II from SENTINEL II is its new, exclusive internal anti-tamper
functionality,” Prytz said. “Infinity II keeps track and identifies if an employee is trying to open a safe
for his or her own benefit. It’s unfortunate that such risk exists, but Infinity II easily eliminates internal
threats to guests and owners.”
Designed with a high gloss pure black and optional white finish,
Infinity II mirrors the sleek look and feel of today’s popular
consumer electronics. An additional optional high gloss “gold” finish
is also available for Infinity II, making it a truly one-of-a-kind in-room
safe.
Infinity II Design edge
Like the SENTINEL II, the Infinity II features Elsafe’s exclusive anti-cloning
technology. The system works with VingCard’s Signature RFID/NFC contact-less
electronic lock by which the in-room safe can only be opened with the designated
RFID guest device (such as a keycard, wristband or key fob) or an NFCequipped cell phone. This represents a major improvement when compared to the security shortfalls of
older mag-stripe operated safes that are offered by other vendors. Such safes can be opened with a
valid guest card and any valid guest-card copy issued at reception. This represents a security
challenge because typically guests are leaving the spare copy unattended in the room.
Four exclusive Elsafe hardware features that make the Infinity II and SENTINEL II unique, include:
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Hook-style interlocking lock mechanism for higher security.
Anti-labyrinth mechanism to prevent tampering
Solid piece, cold-pressed curved steel door that provides additional strength
Extended solid steel hinges are arc-welded permanently to the door for increased security
Exclusive functionality features to Infinity II and SENTINEL II
include:
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Quick and easy upgrades from the standard Infinity II Digital
safe to the Infinity II RFID/NFC system or to a Wireless RFOnline platform for remote communications with a central
server for both Infinity II Digital and Infinity II RFID/NFC
Compatible with all main RFID ISO standards (ISO 14.443 AMIFARE, ISO 14.443 B, ISO 15.693) and the new Near Field
Communication (NFC) secure transaction platform being
deployed in cell phones worldwide when used with VingCard’s
Signature RFID/NFC locks
Compatible with VingCard’s VISIONLINE RF-online locking
solutions
Able to accommodate up to a 17-inch laptop computer
Optional internal power outlet (EURO/UK/US) on the inside of
the door
Easy “outside battery change” for added convenience to hotel
operations.
Part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, Elsafe has been the leading provider of in-room safes to the
hospitality industry since introducing the world’s first electronic in-room safe in 1979. For more
information on Infinity II by Elsafe, visit { HYPERLINK "http://www.elsafe.com" }.
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-- # # # -About VingCard Elsafe
The world leader in hotel security technology, ASSA ABLOY Hospitality has products installed in more than
36,000 properties worldwide, securing in excess of 6 million hotel rooms. The ASSA ABLOY Group, a publicly
listed company, is a world leader in security and hospitality systems. VingCard provides numerous electronic
locking system solutions, including traditional magnetic-strip, smartcard systems and the latest RFID electronic
locks compatible with the main ISO standards: ISO 14.443A (MIFARE), ISO 14.443B, ISO15.693 and NFCcompatible (Near Field Communication), fully integrated PMS interface software solutions and worldwide service
and support in more than 165 countries. Elsafe provides the only UL-listed (1037) hotel safe series on the market
today in keypad and card-based models. Safes that include an internal power outlet to support recharging of
laptops and camcorders also are available with a UL listing. Elsafe customers also enjoy the same worldwide
service and support. The ASSA ABLOY Hospitality Group is dedicated to the hospitality industry. For more
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VingCard Elsafe
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