Touchless Security: Why Office Needs Infrared Sensor Exit Button

In a modern workspace, the “little things” make the biggest difference. While most people focus on how to enter a building, how they exit is just as important for hygiene, safety, and convenience.

At Veplus Solutions, we are seeing a massive shift toward Infrared Sensor Exit Buttons (also known as touchless exit buttons). By integrating these sensors with your existing access control systems, we create a truly “hands-free” environment for your staff and visitors.

What is an Infrared Sensor Exit Button?

Unlike traditional “Push to Exit” buttons that require physical contact, an infrared sensor detects the presence of a hand within a specific range (usually 5–10cm). With a simple wave, the sensor sends a signal to your access control system to release the electromagnetic lock (like the VS – 600 EMLOCK).

Top 4 Benefits of Going Touchless with Veplus

1. Superior Hygiene & Health

Traditional exit buttons are “high-touch” surfaces—breeding grounds for bacteria and viruses. A touchless infrared sensor eliminates physical contact, keeping your workplace cleaner and your employees healthier.

2. Reduced Wear and Tear

Mechanical buttons eventually fail due to constant pressing and physical stress. Infrared sensors have no moving parts, meaning they last significantly longer and require less maintenance.

3. Enhanced Accessibility

For people carrying heavy items, boxes, or those with mobility challenges, waving a hand is much easier than finding and pressing a small button. It creates a smoother, more premium flow for your building.

4. Visual Feedback & Modern Design

Our sensors come with dual-color LED indicators:

Blue/Red: Indicates the door is locked.
Green: Indicates the sensor has triggered and the door is released. It looks high-tech and fits perfectly with the aesthetic of modern KL offices.

Where can place Infrared Sensor Exit Button ?

An Infrared Sensor Exit Button (often called a “No-Touch” or “Wave-to-Exit” button) is most effective when placed in locations where hygiene, convenience, or modern aesthetics are a priority.

At Veplus Solutions, we typically recommend the following placements for our clients to ensure the best performance and user experience:

1. Ideal Room Types

Corporate Offices & Meeting Rooms: High-traffic doors where employees enter and exit multiple times a day.
Pantry & Cafeterias: Hands are often full with food or drinks, making a wave sensor much easier than a physical push button.
Medical Clinics & Labs: Critical for maintaining a sterile environment; doctors and nurses can exit without touching a potentially contaminated surface.
Public Restrooms: To prevent the spread of germs on exit door handles or buttons.
Cleanrooms & Factories: Essential for environments that must remain dust-free or where workers wear gloves.

2. Strategic Technical Placement

On the Door Frame (Side): If the door frame is wide enough (e.g., aluminum or hollow metal frames), we mount it directly on the frame at handle height.
On the Wall Beside the Door: Usually installed in a standard “gang box” or surface-mount box about 10cm to 15cm away from the door edge.
Standard Mounting Height: The industry standard is between 1.2 meters to 1.5 meters from the floor. This is a comfortable “natural wave” height for most adults.
Accessibility Height: If you have wheelchair users, we recommend mounting it at 0.9 meters to 1.1 meters for easier access.

3. Important Installation Tips (The Veplus Standard)

Avoid Direct Sunlight: Intense sunlight or strong halogen lights can sometimes interfere with infrared sensors, causing “ghost” triggers. We always check light angles before mounting.
Clear the Detection Path: Ensure no coat racks, plants, or decorative items are within 30cm of the sensor to avoid accidental door releases.
Indoor Use Only: Standard infrared exit buttons are not waterproof. If you need one for an outdoor gate, we would provide a specialized IP65-rated weatherproof version.
Integration with Access Control: As you mentioned, we connect this to your central controller. This allows the system to log “Request to Exit” (REX) events so you know exactly when the door was released.

How Veplus Solutions Integrates Your Exit System

We don’t just “stick a button on the wall.” When you hire Veplus Solutions, we ensure a professional, technical integration:

Seamless Connection: We wire the infrared sensor directly into your VEPLUS or Hikvision access control controller.
Fail-Safe Security: We ensure the exit sensor is perfectly timed with your electromagnetic lock so there is no delay or “stutter” when exiting.
Dual-Action Setup: For high-security zones, we can install a touchless sensor for daily use alongside a manual emergency break-glass for safety compliance.
Expert Installation: Our KL-based team specializes in clean, hidden wiring to keep your office looking professional and sleek.

Upgrade Your Office Flow Today

In the heart of Kuala Lumpur, your business deserves technology that keeps up with the times. Whether you are building a new office or upgrading an old factory, Veplus Solutions is your specialist for all things access control.