Partner and Hardware Integrations Index

Overview & Master Lists

Technology Partners, Integrations & Compatible Hardware — Master roll‑up of supported brands and categories (digital credentials, intercom, enclosures & power, and more) with quick links to datasheets and notes. Ideal starting point when confirming compatibility. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluB0X and BluSKY Overview (Integrations Summary) — One page that orients you to BluSKY’s unified platform and where each integration lives (Alarm Management, VMS, Destination Dispatch Elevators, Power Management, etc.). BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Overview — Platform‑level capabilities and scale (modules, “unlimited” architecture notes) and links into partner sections. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Products Index — Catalog of BluB0X products across Access, Alarms/Intrusion, Visitor/Vendor, Video, Relay & Destination Dispatch Elevators, Biometrics, Intercom, Power Management, and System Health. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Elevators (DDE, EMS & Relay)

BluSKY Elevator + Security Integration (Datasheet) — Explains the “single pane of glass” approach unifying elevators, turnstiles, access, intercom, cameras, analytics, and reporting—configuration through monitoring in one interface. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Elevator Management System (EMS) — EMS for both Destination Dispatch and two‑button systems; real‑time visualization, diagnostics, analytics, emergency modes (including lockdown), and OEM integrations. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Destination Dispatch Elevator (DDE) (Datasheet) — Direct, appliance‑based integrations with the six major DDE manufacturers; features include override controls, access and visitor integrations, and diagnostic tooling. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Hybrid Destination Dispatch (HDDS) (Datasheet) — Overlay destination intelligence onto legacy relay/2‑button systems without full modernization; reads positions/calls and optimizes dispatch via the BluSKY Cloud. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

DDE & Two‑Button Elevator Processors (Datasheet) — Hardware processors bridging to Destination Dispatch or 2‑button control; highlights security analytics, diagnostics, and reporting benefits. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Destination Dispatch Elevator Basics (Primer) — High‑level explainer on DD benefits (capacity, energy, experience) and how systems are programmed for security and concierge features. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

DDE Integration Architecture (Slides) — Architectural reference showing how DDE interfaces with access, video, alarms, visitor, and more in BluSKY deployments. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

PACS A&E Spec (Sections reference DDE server‑appliance & options) — Engineering/bid criteria with DD integration callouts and remote devices. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Access Control Hardware A&E Spec (DDE Processor) — Hardware spec notes (UL/CSA/FCC compliance) and DDE Processor kit references (770‑2000 series). BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Turnstiles

Intelligent Turnstiles (Datasheet) — One‑call‑per‑person DD flow with hands‑free credentials (face, voice, NFC, BLE, QR, etc.); tightly couples lobby turnstiles to elevator dispatch for throughput and experience. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Automatic Floor & Elevator Assignment (BluSKY AI) — Learns default/common floors and assigns elevators accordingly; reduces “ghost calls” and streamlines lobby flow. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluREMOTE — Overview & Usage — Mobile control for doors, gates, turnstiles, and elevators; covers simultaneous turnstile + DD sequences and step‑by‑step usage. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Person Reader Videos (Turnstiles & DDE demos) — Video gallery showing Person Reader at turnstiles (e.g., Gunnebo) and DDE use—RFID and biometric flows. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Gunnebo Turnstile — Replace a Blown Fuse (Support) — Field steps with photos for side‑panel removal, fuse access, recalibration, and safety notes. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Gunnebo Turnstile Arm Adjustments (Support) — Guidance on coupler tightening, covers, and bumper alignment to ensure correct lane calibration. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Video / NVR & VMS Integrations

Video Management System Integration (Datasheet) — Brings on‑prem VMS to the Cloud with live/recorded video, event linkage, and mobile access; current integrations include Milestone, Salient, Exacq, and Avigilon. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY–Milestone: Video to the Cloud (Slides) — Overview of Milestone integration, architecture options (on‑prem & Direct‑to‑Cloud), unified events, and 6,000+ supported cameras. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY–Milestone Bi‑Directional Interface (Slides) — Operate BluSKY modules from the Milestone client and mirror changes between local and cloud—true hybrid workflows. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Video Architecture (Slides) — Reference architectures for integrating Milestone XProtect Corporate/Expert with BluSKY (on‑prem vs. direct‑to‑cloud). BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Milestone Video Configuration — Best Practices — Camera stream configuration and per‑camera settings BluB0X recommends when commissioning Milestone NVRs. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Avigilon NVR Configuration with BluSKY — How‑to for ACC with notes on analytics service interactions when loading cameras to BluSKY. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Video‑as‑a‑Service Pricing Model (Slides) — Subscription model overview for BluSKY camera licensing with Milestone Care+ and ongoing upgrades. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Video (Product Page) — Quick entry point to BluSKY video features and configuration guides. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Why Choose the BluBØX IoT Recorder (Blog) — Compares GPU‑native IoT Recorders to conventional server‑based NVRs for modern analytics workloads. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

AI Recorder Controller — AiRC‑1 (Datasheet) — Two‑door intelligent controller that also functions as an NVR/analytics/intercom processor; open‑platform, multi‑port design. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

AI Recorder Controller — AiRC‑2 / AiRC‑4 (Datasheets) — Scalable controller/recorder options (2‑ or 4‑reader) consolidating access, video, analytics, intercom, DDE integration and more. BluINFO Link (AiRC‑2) • BluINFO Link (AiRC‑4). (BluINFO)

Alarm Panels & Intrusion

Alarm Management & Intrusion Detection (Datasheet) — Unified alarm administration with acknowledge/silence/reset, custom instructions, notifications, audit trail, and analytics across multi‑site systems. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Alarm & Intrusion Integration (Overview) — Landing page indicating supported third‑party panels and central station integrations (e.g., Ademco/Honeywell, DSC, Bosch, DMP, Dice, Inovonics, etc.). BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Alarm Report (How‑to) — Steps to run alarm history by system/facility/timeframe, include acknowledged state, and export to PDF/Excel. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Emergency Sensors & Gunshot Detection (Workflows)

Practical Guide: Mitigating Active‑Shooter Threats with BluSKY (Blog) — Outlines automated gunshot‑triggered lockdown, mass notification, AI (Oracle) guidance, and SOC workflows—all integrated with elevators and access. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Instant Vertical Lockdown (Blog) — Best practices to trap threats at the lobby, with distinct playbooks for two‑button vs. destination‑dispatch elevators and readiness checklists. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Keep Them in the Lobby (Blog) — Six‑layer defense model (lockdown, gunshot detection, AI, mass notification, SOC‑aaS, training) plus building‑type checklists. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Lobby Threat Containment & Elevator Lockdown (White Paper) — Details on threat‑detection triggers (e.g., ShotSpotter, Shooter Detection Systems), integration across PA/mass‑notification/fire, and law‑enforcement priorities. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Power Management, Enclosures & Diagnostics

BluSKY Power Management (Datasheet) — Remote monitoring and management of power conditions with alerts and automated responses; reboot/reset from anywhere. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Enclosures, Power Supplies & Kits (Index) — LSP enclosures, power supplies, distribution and lock power boards, plus managed power options. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

LifeSafety Power — Component Interconnect (Guide) — Recommended configurations pairing LSP with Mercury for BluSKY deployments. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

LSP NL4 (Network Power Monitor) (Datasheet) — Network module for monitoring/controlling FlexPower systems (supply voltage, charge current, fire input, faults). BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

LSP E2M / E4M1 Enclosures (Datasheets) — Mechanical features, backplates, and door tamper; designed to co‑mount access hardware with power. BluINFO Link (E2M) • BluINFO Link (E4M1). (BluINFO)

LSP D8/D8P & M8/M8P Boards (Datasheets) — Auxiliary distribution and managed lock power controllers with supervision and fire override. BluINFO Link (D8/D8P) • BluINFO Link (M8/M8P). (BluINFO)

RB8 Wiring (Support) — Updated wiring guidance for LSP RB8 (replaces RB2) used with NL4 to remotely control Mercury power. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Power Diagnostics (Tool Guide) — How BluSKY’s Power Diagnostics gives remote insight/control of power health without firewall holes. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Configuration, Diagnostics & Support

System Diagnostics (Index) — Central place for Alarm, Controller, Controller‑Door‑Floor, DDE, DSR, I/O, NDE, Power, Server, and Person Reader diagnostic tools. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

DDE Diagnostics (How‑to) — Former “Destination Test Tool”; simulate swipes, verify comms to the elevator system, and debug access rights during deployment and support. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

How to Lock a DDE Floor (Support) — Step‑by‑step instructions using DDE Floor Matrix (search/group by keypad and apply schedule/lockout). BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Input–Output Diagnostics (Guide) — Use control/monitoring point diagnostics to exercise outputs (e.g., strobe, turnstile arm) and monitor inputs. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluREMOTE (How‑to) — Using BluREMOTE for doors, turnstiles, gates, elevators, and combined flows; on‑screen messages and denial reasons. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Mercury Controller — Upgrade/Replace (Support) — Field procedure for swapping/upgrading controllers (EP/LP to MP). BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluCARE Support & Help Center — Central help landing with contact pathways if you can’t find an answer in BluINFO. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Blogs, White Papers & Videos (Use Cases & Strategy)

Smarter Elevator & Security Integration for High‑Rises (Blog) — Direct OEM integrations, ghost‑call elimination, modernization paths, and single‑pane ops for towers. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Why Elevators & Security Need a Single Pane of Glass (Blog) — Identity‑driven dispatch across turnstiles and elevators; use cases like morning‑commute optimization and visitor experience. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Elevator Security in the Age of Mobile & Biometrics (Blog) — Mobile credentials and biometrics integrated with elevator dispatch and floor pre‑selection in BluSKY. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Why Turnstile‑Based Destination Dispatch Makes Lobbies Faster (Blog) — Personalization with conditional auto‑assignment and DD at the turnstile for speed and safety. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

The Destination Dispatch Person Reader (Blog) — Origins of DD and how Person Reader elevates the experience across turnstiles/elevators. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

The One Pane of Glass – Unifying Elevators & Security (White Paper) — Strategic rationale and concrete scenarios (visitor flows, emergency lockdown) for unified ops. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

How BluB0X DDE Works—Why It Outperforms Middleware (White Paper) — Direct, computer‑to‑computer OEM integrations; annual re‑certification and feature parity across manufacturers. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

A Consultant’s Guide to Hybrid Destination Dispatch (Blog) — What Hybrid DD is, how it installs, and where it fits in modernization roadmaps. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Elevator Management System Video — Short explainer of EMS: unified access, video, intercom, and elevator ops with tracking and visualization. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Case Studies

BluB0X × Gunnebo × OTIS — Integrated turnstiles with Person Readers and DDE floor selection; SIP voice/video/text intercoms and mobile credentials across a modern lobby. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

OneAmerica Tower — Portfolio‑grade lockdown and accountability using BluSKY across doors, turnstiles, and elevators; time‑to‑secure metrics and integrated reporting. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

R1 Healthcare Case Study — Standardized access & alarms, Person Readers at key points, BluB0X NVRs with on‑site + cloud retention, and NVIDIA‑based AI controllers. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release Notes & Updates

Feb 2024 — Salient VMS Enhancements — Performance and compatibility improvements (reduced frame rates, faster call‑up, tighter control of streaming). BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Apr 2024 — Elevator & EMS Enhancements — Greater control, safety, and efficiency across EMS features. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

May 2024 — BluREMOTE Improvements — Usability and remote‑management updates that benefit door/turnstile/elevator control. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)