Healthcare environments need access control that protects patients, staff, medication, equipment and sensitive areas without disrupting day-to-day care. SimonsVoss wireless digital locking helps hospitals, clinics, laboratories and pharmacies improve security and simplify access management.
A healthcare access control system replaces mechanical keys with digital locks and credentials, so you decide who can open each door, and when. SimonsVoss fits wireless digital cylinders and smart handles to existing doors without cabling, so you can block a lost credential in seconds, give temporary staff and contractors time-limited access and see who entered sensitive areas such as medication rooms and pharmacies.
It works for a single clinic and for multi-site healthcare estates, with complete control over who can access sensitive areas, when permissions apply and how access is managed.
30+ yearsdeveloping digital locking and access control
Made in Germanydeveloped and produced by SimonsVoss
ISO 27001certified information security
NHS referenceRavenswood House, Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust
Everyday challenges
Familiar healthcare challenges, solved
Lost or copied keys, high staff turnover, temporary contractors, medication security and multi-site administration all add risk. Digital access control handles them from one place.
“Another key has gone missing?”
Lost or copied keys create risk on every shift. Block the lost credential in seconds and issue a new one, with no new cylinders and no security gap.
“Who can get into the medication room?”
Restrict medication rooms, pharmacies and laboratories to authorised staff, and see every entry in the audit trail.
“Temporary staff starting tonight?”
Issue a credential that opens only the doors they need, only for their shift, and expires automatically.
“Can staff get through fast in an emergency?”
Support rapid emergency response while maintaining secure building control, with one credential for every door a member of staff is authorised for.
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See SimonsVoss digital locking in a hospital
Interactive floor plan
Which locks go where? Explore a typical healthcare floor
Select an area to see the SimonsVoss component typically used there, and why. Every building is different, so your specialist confirms the right setup door by door.
Illustrative layout. Select a number to see the recommended component.
Keep entrances open to visitors at set times and secure the rest of the time. The SmartRelay controls your existing electric door openers, with time profiles set centrally.
Open barriers and service gates for staff, emergency vehicles and suppliers with the same credentials, limited to set times where needed.
Every component is managed in one software, either LSM or AXM. Both can manage anything from a single door up to 64,000 doors and credentials.
Not sure where to start?
Start with a few critical doors, such as medication rooms, pharmacies and entrances, and expand across your estate whenever you are ready. Our team will help you plan it.
Mechanical keys vs digital access control in healthcare
How SimonsVoss digital locking compares with a traditional key system on the issues healthcare providers raise most.
Challenge
Mechanical keys
SimonsVoss digital access control
Lost or stolen keys
Replace cylinders and cut new keys
Instantly revoke digital credentials
Temporary staff management
Hand out and collect keys every shift
Flexible permission updates
Medication room security
No record of who opened the door
Restricted access control
Multi-site healthcare management
Separate key systems at each site
Centralised access control
Contractor access
Hand over keys and hope they come back
Time-limited permissions
Emergency response requirements
Search for the right key
Fast emergency access management
Compliance visibility
No access history
Audit trails and reporting
How it works
How access control works in healthcare
SimonsVoss systems fit into occupied healthcare facilities without disruption, in four steps.
Fit digital locks
Digital cylinders and smart handles replace existing locks, typically without wiring or major building work.
Set permissions
Define who can open which doors, and when, by role: clinicians, nurses, support staff, temporary workers and contractors.
Issue credentials
People open doors with credentials: transponders, cards, PIN codes or their smartphone.
Monitor and adapt
Change permissions instantly and review access activity whenever you need to.
Why healthcare providers choose SimonsVoss
Experience & expertise
More than 30 years of experience. Developed and produced in Germany.
Quality assurance
Certified to ISO 27001 for information security.
Investment security
SimonsVoss components are backward compatible, so you avoid costly system changes later.
Flexibility
Fittings, cylinders and credentials are easy to replace or adapt, so your system stays future-proof.
Retrofit at your own pace
Start with one area and expand whenever you want.
Easy installation without cabling
No drilling needed. Installation is discreet and quick, even while the building is fully occupied.
Certified partner network
Expert advice and installation by certified SimonsVoss partners.
Service and support from the manufacturer
User training, maintenance contracts on request and technical support.
UK reference
Ravenswood House, Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust
The secure mental health hospital needed to replace mechanical keys across five wards, retrofit onto existing doors without compromising fire certification, and preserve patient dignity. SimonsVoss System 3060, combined with Safe Access Evolution from Anti-Ligature Shop, delivered wireless access control and patient-operated room access with staff override.
Secure, wireless access with audit trails and lockdown functionality
Patients open their own rooms, increasing autonomy and dignity
No more lost keys or manual rekeying, reducing long-term costs
Modular design, so the Trust can expand ward by ward
You ask, we answer. Frequently asked questions about access control in healthcare
What is the best access control system for healthcare facilities?
Healthcare facilities benefit from flexible digital access control systems that help secure medication rooms, restricted clinical areas, laboratories, and staff-only environments while simplifying day-to-day access management.
Can digital locks be installed in existing hospitals and healthcare buildings?
Yes. SimonsVoss wireless digital locking systems are ideal for retrofit projects and occupied healthcare facilities because they can often be installed with minimal disruption.
How can access control improve healthcare security?
Digital access control helps healthcare providers secure sensitive areas, improve accountability, manage temporary staff access, and support emergency response procedures.
Can healthcare organisations manage multiple buildings from one system?
Yes. SimonsVoss systems support centralised access management across departments, buildings, campuses, and healthcare estates.
Does access control ensure regulatory compliance?
Access control alone does not ensure regulatory compliance, but SimonsVoss systems can help healthcare providers strengthen access accountability, sensitive area protection, staff access management, emergency preparedness and medication storage security.
Are wireless access control systems secure?
Yes. SimonsVoss systems use encrypted communication and secure credential management to help protect healthcare environments and sensitive operational areas.
Request a free site assessment
Tell us about your hospital, clinic or healthcare estate and our UK team will get back to you to discuss your doors, your staff and your priorities.
What you get:
A recommended setup for your building, door by door
Advice on where to start and how to expand
Installation through a certified SimonsVoss partner
