Exilight emergency lighting products into Idesco’s portfolio

In February, the entire Idesco staff gathered together at the Oulu office. There are quite a lot of Idesco team members now!

Seppo Koivusaari’s remarkable journey at Idesco

Back in 1990, Seppo Koivusaari was working at Nokia when he decided to apply for an electronics designer job at a small start-up in Oulu with fewer than ten…

Improved packaging and installation instructions

We are reducing our carbon footprint while also enhancing our packaging and shipping practices.

Secure access control starts with the reader

Modern systems require readers based on secure, next‑generation technologies instead of outdated, easily copied UID technologies.

Cardea deliveries are starting

Order a test unit and get to know the new, secure Cardea access control reader.

EPC 2.0 supports OSDPv2 protocol

Secure and powerful OSDPv2 communication protocol is now available for vehicle identification and logistics settings with longer reading distances.

Season’s Greetings from Idesco

This year, we have supported underprivileged children and youth by making a donation to the eJoulupuu campaign..

Idesco acquires Exilight

With Idesco Oy acquiring Exilight, effective January 1, 2026, we will start providing safety and emergency lighting products as part of our offering.

Transparent mode feature in all OSDPv2 readers

The OSDP transparent mode feature is now available on all our readers supporting the OSDPv2 communication protocol.

UID is soon history – it’s time for more secure technologies

As the demand for older UID readers based on the 125 kHz frequency decreases, we are discontinuing sales of the older generation 7 AH readers.

Thank you for visiting SECTECH 2025

Thank you everyone who visited us at the SECTECH fair in Stockholm to experience our new Idesco reader, Cardea.

The new access control reader from Idesco

Thank you to everyone who attended the Cardea reader launch events at the Finnsec exhibition.

Cardea now launched

New Cardea – one reader for various purposes. Secure, durable, adaptable and future-proof.

Idesco autumn trade fair tour

At both Finnsec and SECTECH you will get to learn and see something new and special. So, stay tuned — more details will be released soon!

We wish you a relaxing summer!

We wish all our customers and co-operation partners a warm, sunny and relaxing summer!

Summer holidays approach

Ensure you will get an immediate response from Idesco’s team – even if your regular contact is away on vacation when you contact us.

Growth continues ­­­— Idesco made new record year

We have again ended a fiscal year with a new turnover record. Thank you, all our customers and partners who make this possible, and of course, our fabulous team!

How does NIS2 truly impact access control reader choices?

Bring your system into compliance with NIS2’s updated requirements.

Principles of secure access control systems

Should you consider strengthening access control security at your sites?

Importance of access control cyber security keeps growing

Changing global conditions now force the security industry to carefully consider with whom one may entrust critical access control data.

Visit Idesco at SECTECH Oslo 2025

Ari Rossi, Anu-Leena Arola and Jari Valtonen are looking forward to meeting you at SECTECH Oslo 2025, March 5-6.

How to buy access control RFID cards?

How to buy access control RFID cards? What are their sources, what about security? Read useful tips and download free guide about access control security.

Access control security

Access control security, how to improve it? Read five tips.

Convenient gym reservations

The convenience of online purchases of gym access privileges freed municipal employees from complicated, time-consuming registrations, payments and record management.

Idesco is now ISO/IEC 27001 certified!

Idesco just received international ISO/IEC 27001 certification proving that our information security management system meets the highest information security requirements.

Season’s greetings

We wish you all the happiest holiday season and success for the new year, 2025.

Mobile-accessible City Gym

Sipoo’s residents now can enter gym and ice swimming sites using only their mobile phones – and are reporting it as a positive experience.

Who controls your site’s security keys?

One of MIFARE DESFire technology’s open standard advantages is letting you purchase compatible products from several different suppliers.

Thank you, to all of our SKYDD visitors!

Thank you, all of you who visited our booth at SKYDD exhibition in Stockholm.

How RFID Transponders Work

How does RFID actually work, and what kind of features do transponders require to make it work? This article answers these questions by focusing on RFID’s transponders and their…

We’re now SIA-certified

Idesco proudly announces that Security Industry Association just completed verification of Idesco’s OSDPv2-compliant products.

Idesco ID app updated

Contact us and learn more about convenient strategies for migrating to mobile access using Idesco ID service.

Welcome to SKYDD

We will be exhibiting at SKYDD in Stockholm, from October 22 to 24.

Sourcing matters: where do your readers come from?

Origin of products is vitally important to our security business customers

NIS2 directive tightens security requirement, making pin pad readers more important

The approaching Network and Information Security (NIS2) directive may even eventually compel upgrades to many organizations’ access control protocols.

Tiia is focused on quality

Part of our readers are manufactured at Idesco headquarters in Oulu. One of our assembly team’s key fabricators, helping to build our products, is Tiia Pirkola-Ilmarinen

Summer greetings!

We wish all our customers and partners relaxing summertime!

Sanni Valtonen introduces herself

Sanni Valtonen has been permanently with Idesco for a couple of years now, having started originally as a summer trainee. She processes orders, including determining delivery times, then sending…

New record year

Thank you, to all of you, our customers – and our employees – who lifted Idesco again to another record turnover year.

We are moving!

Beginning May 27th, our new company and delivery address will be Elektroniikkatie 4, 90590 Oulu, Finland.

Summer is approaching

Summer is just around the corner, so prepare for your own vacation time by placing your orders well in advance.

Thank you for visiting FireSafety and Security

was a pleasure meeting all of you who visited. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

See you at NOSIF

We hope you will join!

Robust, secure Idesco LEGIC® readers

Idesco 8 CL 2.0 LEGIC® reader combines advanced technological features with remarkable reliability.

Why choose Idesco?

Why do so many system integrators around the world offer Idesco readers to their customers, and why have their numbers continued increasing?

Zabezpieczanie więzień w Finlandii od 30 lat

30 years: Secure Finnish prisons

Finland’s correctional sites have been secured for 30 years by thousands of access control readers – all made by Idesco.

Upcoming Events

We are delighted to be returning to exhibit at the FireSafety & Security Fair in Den Bosch, Netherlands, April 10-11. Two weeks later, you will find us onboard NOSIF’s…

How to update firmware?

Updates to your readers’ firmware significantly extend not just their lifespan – but your entire system’s also.

Juho; one of R & D’s newest recruits

Juho Kalermo is one of the newest reinforcements added to our product development team.

What are IK-, IP-, and Flammability ratings?

Ever wondered what ‘IP67‘ or ‘IK-10‘ means, or felt bewildered about our products’ inflammability class or temperature ratings?

Season’s Greetings!

Now that this year is coming to end, we want to thank you all for your cooperation this past year.

Idesco Portal easily sends mobile IDs

Idesco Portal’s recent launch is only the latest in Idesco’s ongoing commitment to making mobile access more convenient for everyone.

Idesco does more than access control

Despite the amount of access control knowledge we publish, the truth is Idesco’s expertise extends well beyond access control.

Thanks, to our event visitors!

Our sincere gratitude to all of you who met us in SECTECH and Finnsec exhibitions last month.

Holiday season orders

With the year’s end approaching, we remind you to place your orders well in advance of the holiday season.

EPC 2.0 readers with OSDPv2 soon available

Idesco EPC 2.0 readers will soon begin supporting OSDPv2’s secure, bi-directional reader-controller communication.

Take control of overall security

Sending mobile IDs to phones has never been this easy: Idesco ID service lets you do it direct from your own system.

Safe Place 2023

Welcome to Safe Place 2023 VI International Scientific and technical Congress, where we will present access control security based on reliable Idesco Oy readers.

Welcome to SECTECH

We’re excited about seeing you at SECTECH Stockholm, October 24-25. We’ll introduce Idesco Portal that makes mobile ID management truly easy.

Display readers expand your options

An RFID display reader, 8 CD 2.0 D Pin expands the ability of users’ to interact with your identification system.

Welcome to Finnsec

On October 11, at Finnsec expo in Helsinki, Idesco will launch new Idesco product, Idesco Portal.

Online seminar: New 8 CD 2.0 features

Powerful new features arriving!

When will Idesco visit near you?

Wishing you a pleasant summer!

We wish all of you a thoroughly enjoyable, rejuvenating summer!

Remember correct addresses

As summer approaches, remember to send your orders to orders@idesco.fi and support requests via support@idesco.fi.

Flexible use of cards and tags

New team members

Our recent business growth has also expanded our team

Sustainability lowers everyone’s costs

Obviously, a sustainably wise reader choice can lower a system’s overall costs. It is why, when you plan a new system, it is wise to consider a reader’s power…

Record year – again

Thank you to all of you Idesco customers and employees who helped make this possible!

Update readers with your phone

Idesco’s new updated Mobile Coder app will soon let you configure an even greater variety of Idesco reader settings, including Bluetooth.

Thanks for visiting us at FireSafety & Security

We were delighted to see you!

Need long distance identification?

If you have an identification task that must be managed at a distance, we have readers that can help you.

EV3 also available in mobile-compatible

8 CD 2.0 MI MIFARE DESFire readers support the latest DESFire EV3 version and mobile access.

What is a UID reader?

UID readers read the unique serial number that is found in all RFID tags and send it to the system

Netherlands exhibition approaching

We are participating in the FireSafety & Security exhibition in Den Bosch, Netherlands, April 12-13. Please come visit us.

SECTECH Oslo: Thanks everyone!

Thank you, all of you who visited us. As hoped, Idesco ID and our new Mobile Coder app attracted a lot of visitors to our stand.

Design from Finland taps Idesco

How to choose an RFID reader

We just updated our guide “How to choose an RFID reader” with the latest mobile access factors you should consider. Download it!

Visma Megaflex using Idesco ID

Finnish security software company  Visma Megaflex just introduced Idesco ID service and mobile app to their system.

Visit us! SECTECH Norway

Come join us at the SECTECH Norway exhibition, March 8-9 in Oslo

Idesco ID on SECTECH Open Forum

In the Open Forum at SECTECH, Ari Rossi will give a presentation showing what makes Idesco ID such an ideal mobile access solution.

Asio and Idesco ID are now compatible

Book your room online then access it with your phone.

Easily adjust reader security levels by phone

Idesco Mobile Coder

Idesco ID Enterprise – Full Integration?

Larger organisations with higher staff turnover might anticipate an ongoing need for new or temporary mobile access privileges. Idesco ID Full Integration is the solution!

Season’s Greetings from Idesco

This year, in lieu of sending cards, we have donated to Kotimaanapu (Charity in Finland).

8 CD 2.0 supports DESFire EV3

The market’s steady shift toward more secure technologies is certainly welcome.

Idesco ID File Transfer

Idesco ID’s Enterprise File Transfer is a smart way for larger organizations with lower staff turnover to introduce mobile access.

Hands-on to Idesco mobile product configurations

Please register and join us at Idesco ID Event on Monday 28.11. at 11.00-11.45 CET in Teams.

Cyber-security’s growing importance

Site security can no longer focus only on physical perimeters and access credentials.

Thank you for visiting us at SKYDD

We were delighted to see how many of you came to learn about new Idesco ID mobile access solutions.

Small site? Idesco ID Entry Level!

Are you a smaller company, interested in using mobile phones as access card to your building, but worry your company size doesn’t make it feasible? Idesco ID Entry Level…

What future-proofed access control means

Future-proofed access control system protects your freedom to develop and expand your system how you want

Reader configurability

Idesco readers’ life span is long, and they are readily equipped with many features you can start using later if you decide to develop your system.

Mobile access online demo

Please remember the next online demo of Idesco ID mobile access solutions on Monday October 3 from 11.00 to 11.45 CET.

Different ways to use Idesco ID

Frequent sending, single batch or only occasional new mobile credentials? Idesco ID does them them all.

Secure OSDPV2

OSDPV2 protocol lets user data remain encrypted all the way from transponders to host, and much more.

Versatile 8 CD 2.0

8 CD 2.0 is Idesco’s most sold reader. The he most sold housing models for 8 CD 2.0 remain Basic and Slim without keypad.

Customers love Idesco ID

We continue hearing rave reviews from our customers – and their end customers – about Idesco ID.

Reliable long-range EPC 2.0

Idesco’s EPC 2.0 readers provide you a powerful advantage: they can reliably detect tags out to several meters.

Welcome back!

With most of us returned from summer vacations, we are looking forward to the approach of autumn.

Have a great summer!

Idesco is keeping normal business hours throughout summer.

Summer approaches, order in advance

If you want product delivered before summer vacations, order well in advance.

Check out new Idesco ID app!

Idesco ID mobile access app is now ready.

RFID display reader for self-service

Idesco fiscal year sets new record

Idesco ID brings access rights to phones

Download Idesco ID concept brochure

Join product training: 8 CD 2.0 and DESFire

We arrange 8 CD 2.0 product trainings that not only survey its technical features but also review DESFire’s basics, diversified security keys and OSDP.

Product and Technology seminars

You are cordially invited to attend our free online product and training seminars.

Need customization?

Whatever customization you need, know that customization has been a long-standing Idesco core competence.

Idesco ID now includes new mobile app

Learn more about new phone app features

Long distance EPC readers

EPC reader technology uses Ultra High Frequency (UHF) radio waves for long distance reading.

What is a R/W reader?

RFID devices read either a transponder’s unique serial number, or for more secure ones, encrypted data stored in its chip. However, some devices can also write data to a…

Phone as a convenient access card

System integrator Visma Megaflex just introduced a powerful new convenience in their systems: the option to use mobile phones to enter.

Joona designs mobile solutions

Joona Tuomikoski is one of Idesco product development team’s newest reinforcements

Hygienic Access Control

Hygiene has rapidly become an important factor in access control for workplaces and other areas with higher daily volumes of visitor traffic.

Will we see you at Oslo in March?

We are presenting at SECTECH Norway exhibition in Oslo, 9-10 March.

Quality readers with tactile keypad

Readers with tactile keypads are often requirements in Scandinavian deployments. It is why we design them with features that make them the best choice to meet such requirements.

DESFire: Essential risk protection

DESFire remains unhacked and has kept good its market reputation – as the most secure, flexible and cost-effective modern access technology.

Transparent mode readers

In the highest security transparent mode OSDPv2 supports, readers don’t store or process data at all.

Convenient File Transfer

OSDPv2 can provide you a very convenient benefit: much faster, simpler system management.

Season’s greetings

This year, in lieu of sending cards, we have donated to Kotimaanapu (Charity in Finland).

The best is when the customer wins

Ari Rossi has been our Scandinavia Area Sales Manager for a few years now, serving Norway, Denmark, Sweden and Iceland.

Customers value Idesco service

Over the past few months we have conducted interviews with some of our customers to discuss market trends and Idesco’s performance.

See you in Denmark

Are you attending SECTECH Copenhagen, December 1 – 2?

Online demo – Idesco ID

Our upcoming Teams event (December 7, 11.00 – 11.45 CET) will show how easily Idesco ID lets you send mobile credentials within your system.

RFID products – short delivery

Despite the challenging market and global component shortage, we continue delivering to our customers with fast shipment from our comprehensive product variety.

See you in Belgium

Are you attending New Security Exhibition in Brabanthal, Leuven, Belgium, from November 17 to 18?

Idesco ID wins Innovative Achievement Award

We are delighted to announce that Idesco ID has won Innovative Achievement Award of 2021 Detektor International Award in the ID & Access Control category.

Welcome to SECTECH

We very much look forward to meeting you at SECTECH 2021, October 27-28 in Stockholm. It will be delightful to finally see you all again, face-to-face!

Idesco ID nominated for Detektor International Award

We are delighted to announce our new service, Idesco ID, has been nominated for the Detektor International Award, ID & Access Control category

Security Checklist

At its simplest, the security of an access control system means it prevents unauthorized persons from entering your building or zone of control. However, other aspects of that security…

8 CD 2.0 supports EV3

All Idesco 8 CD 2.0 DESFire readers transact DESFire EV3

Niko ensures thorough testing

Any product Idesco sells must first survive a withering period of scrutiny on its test benches.

Finally – let’s meet at SECTECH

We have eagerly awaited this for a long time! See you at SECTECH, Stockholm, October 27 to 28.

Turn your device into an RFID reader

Did you know that embedding an Idesco RFID reader module into a device also turns it into an RFID reader?

Hygienic access control is here to stay

Hygienic convenience is rapidly becoming a common access control factor when securing workplaces and other indoor areas visited frequently daily by numerous people

Why OSDP?

The open, standardized protocol for transferring data, known as OSDP, carries some powerful benefits of interest to system integrators

Use your phone to enter a building

We have developed a new service called Idesco ID that makes integrating mobile identification into your system even easier

Simac IDS systems OSDPv2-secured

Simac IDS chose Idesco Oy’s secure, bi-directional OSDP-compatible access control readers. In this case study, we briefly survey how the convenience and security of Simac IDS’s system is enhanced…

Summer Greetings

We wish all of you, our customers and partners, a truly relaxing summertime!

You’re invited! Idesco ID Live Event

Our Teams Live event, June 28, 11.00 – 11.45 CET will demonstrate how easily Idesco ID will let you integrate mobile credentials into your existing system

“Markus is a teamwork sales guy”

Markus Hautala has been selling for Idesco over 10 years. Although each salesperson has their own customers, sales demands teamwork.

Security Keys v. Convenience

We provide security key management services that are designed for maximal flexibility, complementing MIFARE DESFire’s open technology standard.

Live event: mobile credential services

In addition to our credential service development, we continue expanding our offering of mobile-compatible readers. From now on, 8 CD 2.0 Display will also read mobile credentials over Bluetooth.

Mari Malinen takes care of your product orders

Mari Malinen has been a valued SCM team member the past 18 months. Mari will enter your order, check material availability and production schedules before confirming delivery time in…

Robust and secure Idesco LEGIC® readers

LEGIC® is a secure, readily-updatable standardized technology that supports you embedding multiple applications on a single system.

Send mobile credentials to users from your access control system?

We have been developing a centralized mobile credential service to let your access control system push credentials down into your users’ phones.

New Slim plate coming soon

A new installation plate designed for a precise fit under 8 CD 2.0 Slim and 8 CD 2.0 Slim Pin readers is just completing development

Construction site reliability

9 CM 2.0 Wireless transacts data using mobile networks, even in the remotest locations that lack data cabling.

Variety of keypads

Reliability and user-friendliness are vital features of keypad readers. Other keypad characteristics may vary across locations.

Powerful Access Touch

Idesco’s touch screen reader, Access Touch, is a powerfully versatile platform, designed to fulfill multiple tasks, including identification, across a wide range of needs and settings.

Reliable, cost-effective long range EPC

Idesco EPC readers leverage the UHF frequency’s powerful advantage over other RFID frequencies: it reliably detects tags out to several meters.

Connect your mobile access solution with Idesco readers

Would you like to use your mobile access solution with secure and durable Idesco readers? We will soon release Idesco Mobile Lite SDK software development kit.

Growing variety of mobile-compatible housings

8 CD 2.0 MI is more than just a DESFire reader. In addition to DESFire tags and cards, it can also read a digital credential in your mobile phone.

How do you benefit your RFID customers?

Would you like to tell how your RFID-based identification solutions benefit your customers? You can start by joining Idesco News.

Building new products – together

Henri Alajeesiö has been Idesco’s Product Manager for a year now, overseeing a wide array of responsibilities from product portfolio and product life span to quality control.

8 CD 2.0 supports new EV3

All Idesco 8 CD 2.0 DESFire readers transact the new EV3 version.

March inventory

A slight, short delivery delay will occur between March 22 and 24, due to our performing an annual inventory.

Options for identity, access

What kind of identification options now exist for identification and access control?

Installation plates and accessories

Accessories ease or simplify installation, enhance a reader’s usability, or ensure its reliability in challenging conditions. We provide different types, sizes and shapes of installation plates to support our…

How to choose an RFID reader?

Knowing your reader’s planned use and your system’s technical requirements is only part of your puzzle. Your system’s security also demands your consideration – since it can powerfully impact…

Season’s greetings and a prosperous 2021 New Year to you!

As is our tradition, instead of mailing Season’s Greetings cards, we have opted to support charity with those resources.

Award-winning Idesco Mobile Lite

The Security Innovation Award is conveyed to the company, organization or person who in that year developed a security solution that simplifies or enhances operations while providing significant additional…

Now configure readers’ Bluetooth settings from your phone

Now you can easily configure 8 CD 2.0 MI readers’ Bluetooth settings with the new Idesco Mobile Coder app installed in your phone.

Use your phone with 8 CD 2.0 MI

8 CD 2.0 MI readers read MIFARE and DESFire cards and digital access credentials in phones

Straight from stock, Short delivery

Although our end-of- year holiday season is rapidly approaching, we will remain ready to serve you during normal working hours throughout, except on Christmas holidays.

Configure readers via smartphone

We have designed a new mobile app to configure the most essential Bluetooth settings in our mobile-compatible readers.

Ella: Design Engineer

Ella Juvonen has been part of Idesco’s software developer team for a couple of years now.

Reader technologies and types

When the time comes to update or expand your access control system, remember Idesco’s readers aren’t just compatible with most card technologies, but also with nearly all systems sold…

Solution heals a troubled community

Before automatic access control was introduced, a Bratislava apartment building, known as ‘The Pentagon’, had suffered a reputation as a place to avoid

What is a Transparent reader?

Transparent readers provide a significantly different method for powerfully strengthening high security access control systems.

Mobile-compatible display reader coming!

The use of Mobile IDs in access control grows more frequent every week. That is why our display reader, 8 CD 2.0 Pin D, will also soon accept a…

8 CD 2.0 now also anti-collision

We have begun adding an anti-collision ability to both our Wiegand and OSDP versions of our 8 CD 2.0 DESFire readers, letting them read multiple cards simultaneously.

Time management & payments? Access Touch!

Access Touch soon supports Windows’ latest version.

Idesco Mobile Lite available also for Apple phones

Now Apple phone owners may also install Idesco Mobile Lite’s app for access.

Remember Idesco Mobile Lite webinar

With everyone today carrying mobile phones, mobile access solutions are becoming a convenient way to access. Watch our webinar about mobile access and learn more!

Idesco EPC 2.0 Compact test units available

The first test units of our newest, small long distance reader, EPC 2.0 Compact, are available for order.

Mobile identification webinar

Want to learn more about using a mobile phone with an Idesco reader? Idesco offers new mobile identification solutions to meet a range of needs.

Mobile-compatible 8 CD 2.0 MI

8 CD 2.0 MI is more than a DESFire reader for transacting DESFire (and other MIFARE) transponders.

Enjoy your summer!

We remain open during our usual business hours throughout summer; production and deliveries will continue to be handled normally, Monday through Friday.

Hygienic, secure hospital access control

Modern access control has recently demonstrated it can powerfully enhance not just hospitals’ security and efficiency – but also strengthen their hygiene.

RFID Supply control

RFID can powerfully enhance management of equipment use and medical supplies, while ensuring availability during need.

Stock products with short delivery times

Stock products with short delivery intervals, direct to your site.

Safe, secure smartphone access

Using your smartphone to enter a building is more than just secure – it is smart too! As your phone’s privileges are securely authenticated during its transaction with the…

Transparent = unmatched security

A transparent reader permits systems to provide truly unmatched high security. Transparent readers, also known as front-end devices, wholly eliminate the risk of reader or transaction skimming.

What are diversified security keys?

DESFire security rests upon a clever, mutual authentication protocol that readers and transponders follow. Diversified security keys extend this security even further.

Thank you for participating in our customer survey

Consistent with previous surveys, we can report our customers valued most Idesco’s service, especially the expert, accurate responses our technical support team promptly gave to any inquiry.

Display readers expand your options

An RFID display reader expands the ability of users’ to interact with your identification system.

RFID Door Handle

Elegant steel Door Handle, with its embedded RFID module, lets you replace your doors’ traditional locks.

Open doors with your smartphone

Our recent launch, Idesco Mobile Lite, has attracted quite a bit of market interest recently.

A Creative Balance

Jaana Ojala started as project manager last summer, helping guide new Idesco products move from concept to launch. As the product management team’s leader, she monitors each product’s development,…

Customer survey starting

If you are our customer, you can anticipate receiving a phone call or an e-mail from us in coming weeks, asking you to participate in Idesco’s annual customer survey.

Two new mobile access options

We recently launched two new mobile identification applications, Idesco Mobile Lite and Idesco Mobile Cloud. Both apps provide convenient mobile access for users’ smartphones.

Sustainable RFID

At Idesco, we strive to ensure our products leave the smallest possible ecological footprint across all phases of their life span: through manufacturing and use to disposal at end-of-life.

10% discount selected items

We just began our stock clearance, which means now is an excellent time for you to benefit from a 10% discount on selected items (while their supplies last).

Easiest Mobile Identification

Idesco Mobile Lite mobile ID application is convenient, easy to use and manage. It doesn’t require a cloud service. Users simply download the app to their mobile phone which…

Taina Parkkinen, software designer

When Taina Parkkinen joined Idesco’s team over a year ago, she began reinforcing Idesco’s embedded software design and documentation.

Changes in sales organization support growth plans

We have rapidly grown our team recently, with several new recruits tasked to developing future Idesco RFID products. In support of our latest growth plan, our sales team has…

Season’s Greetings and Happy New Year 2020

Instead of sending cards we choose to support children and young people, by donating to Hope in Oulu.

Infobric deploys Idesco transparent reader: major construction site savings

For awhile, construction sites have provided a textbook example of how much electronic access control systems can benefit managers.

What gives the highest security?

Do you ever wonder what kind of system or technology combination provides the most secure access control to a site? You can build it now with Idesco solutions.

Future trends of access control

The appearance of service packages in the access reader industry is the result of rapidly increasing security requirements.

Mari supports Idesco SCM

Mari Melakari is one of the newest to join Idesco’s SCM team. She oversees incoming component logistics and inventory, ensuring adequate supply for production members.

Idesco key diversification flexibly enhances security

Key diversification is a powerful security capability MIFARE added to its DESFire technology.

SECTECH is approaching

Idesco concludes its 30th year anniversary tour at SECTECH Stockholm’s 2019 exhibition

Let’s talk about security

RFID card technologies used in access control systems are not all the same.

Enhancing long range applications

In long-range applications, transponder type, readers’ and transponders’ respective positioning – and especially unique features of the installation environment – all will impact performance.

Software designer creates new solutions

Software Design Engineer Janne Raappana started working at Idesco in late 2018.

Convenience of long reading distance

We are preparing to launch a new small, long range access control reader, EPC Compact 2.0.

Idesco Birthday

On Friday, September 6, current and former Idesco employees gathered to heartily celebrate Idesco’s 30th Year Anniversary.

New reader models VM and VS

Previously launched VM and VS Pin readers are followed by new similar readers without keypads.

See you at the Security expos!

It is time to start the exhibition tournament of the fall 2019!

Aligned backplate enhances reader’s usability

The new aligned backplate makes it easier to use the keypad, especially in situations you want to place the reader lower than usually.

Who holds your security keys?

Readers and transponders programmed with mutual authentication keys are integral to access control systems using DESFire technology.

Secure and durable LEGIC readers

As a licensed LEGIC partner we also make powerful, durable readers that integrate with LEGIC access control systems.

Small reader module fits in various devices

Embedding an Idesco RFID reader module into a device effectively turns it into an RFID reader.

Idesco visiting embassies

Over spring we hosted customer events arranged together with Finnish embassies in our neighboring countries.

Have a great summer!

Idesco is keeping normal business hours throughout summer. However, please remember to submit any support request to support@idesco.fi, and send orders to orders@idesco.fi.

GPRS reader renamed Wireless

Idesco’s tough reader for remote and inclement construction sites – capable of transmitting identification data wirelessly basically anywhere in the world – has been renamed 9 CM 2.0 Wireless.

Touch screens’ powerful versatility

Idesco Access Touch combines an RFID reader, computer processor and touch screen into the ideal platform for a wide range of identification-based tasks.

Idesco now an Amag Technology Symmetry Partner

Idesco just joined Amag Technology’s Symmetry Preferred Partner Program.

Former Idesco employee! Welcome to celebrate with us

Everyone who has ever worked at Idesco over the years is invited to a party in September.

Mikko designs reader electronics

An electrical engineer Mikko, together with his colleagues, design, functionally test and assess the circuitry that goes into Idesco reader.

Celebrating 30 years of partnerships

We designed our 30 years’ anniversary logo to convey cooperation.

DESFire: your safest reader choice

A MIFARE® DESFire access control system is both highly secure and easily maintained.

How does DESFire work?

If you are curious about DESFire security features, or need to learn more about it, know that we are always eager to share our knowledge and help you.

Highest performance ever

Thank you for participating in our recent customer survey. The average score for questions was 4,99 (on a scale of 1-6) – once again, better than industry average.

From order to delivery via Mervi’s desk

If you have ever ordered from us, one way or another, you have been interacting with Mervi Salmivuori. Customer contact is an integral part of Mervi’s work as a…

Need “hands-free” access?

If your customer requests door triggering when a user merely approaches an access point, consider Idesco EPC Slim

Securing your long-range transactions

EPC 2.0, Idesco’s long distance reader, recently acquired an ability to secure transponders and applications with security similar to that of DESFire access control deployments.

Time-saving transponder services

Did you know we also offer a range of helpful transponder services?

A desktop reader’s many uses

An obvious benefit our desktop readers provide are their special card holder housings.

New ‘transparent’ security option

Our new 9 CD 2.0 Slim Pin T hosts a unique, powerful capability for high security systems.

Optimizing your deployment

Do you know all the ways installation and shield plates, installed under your reader, can help a deployment?

Toughest readers endure: quality remains

For 30 years, Idesco has believed product and service quality are the primary values our customers expect us to remain faithful to.

Indoor GIRA-compatible DESFire!

8 CD 2.0 Compact S is your smart choice if you are installing over a standard 55 mm wide electrical socket to minimize cable drilling

March inventory impacts on delivery times

On Saturday March 16 we begin our annual inventory assessment, briefly interrupting deliveries between March 18-20, with normal delivery resuming March 21st.

Welcome to SECTECH Norway

We invite you to join us at SECTECH Norway exhibition, March 6-7 in Oslo! We will begin celebrating Idesco’s 30th Year Anniversary, with ‘birthday cake’ and coffee on the…

Visiting libraries afterhours?

Idesco’s RFID display reader is now an integral part of Mikro-Väylä’s solution, identifying visitors by RFID library cards (or barcode) and a personal pin code. Their system guides visitors…

Mechanical keypads proven robust

Anyone who has ever installed Idesco readers in their systems knows they possess the market’s highest combined protection and durability classes as well as widest working temperature ranges.

Display reader expands services

Finnish Vidamin Oy has begun deploying Idesco’s newest keypad display readers in their application solutions.

Choosing access control readers

Access control systems are designed primarily to regulate access to a building or certain area, while usually also permitting data to be collected about transiting users. Your envisioned access…

It’s Idesco’s 30th Year Anniversary!

Since 2019 is Idesco’s 30th year anniversary, Idesco’s four managers just posted their special anniversary video invitation on YouTube to all of you: our customers, suppliers and cooperation partners.

Welcome aboard, Markku Ruuskanen

Grown familiar to Idesco products as a long-standing customer, Markku is ready to start co-operation with Idesco’s customers in Benelux countries, Spain and Portugal.

Season’s greetings from Idesco

This year, instead of sending traditional Season’s Greetings cards, we have made a donation to Hope Oulu

Need secure, reliable LEGIC readers?

Elegant Glass reader

8 CD 2.0 Pin Glass conveys a discreet Scandinavian elegance that makes it a seamless complement to more cultured or sophisticated sites

Evotec reducing cargo theft

Choosing a Keypad

When you consider a keypad reader for your system, it might benefit you to carefully consider what kind would best serve your system.

Thank you for visiting SKYDD

Thanks everyone who visited our stand at SKYDD exhibition last week in Stockholm.

New reader supports mobile access

Idesco has launched a new 8 CD 2.0 DESFire reader that supports mobile device transactions. In addition to reading conventional transponders, it reads access credentials you can store in…

Thanks for visiting us at Security Essen!

Thank you to all visited us at Security Essen last week and saw the debut of our new Idesco BLE/NFC-compatible 8 CD 2.0 with Idesco mobile application

Product codes ensure you fast delivery

Idesco’s product codes are built from characters that specify different product features. Many indicate customer-specific features. This is why it is so important you always include a specific product…

Who works your construction site? Idesco and SmartDok can tell you

Norwegian SmartDok’s identification system provides Byggekort- and ID06-compatible solutions for businesses that need to collect construction personnel data for maintaining an accurate and easily-accessible record of every worker working…

New Products Demo Video

Check out the latest Idesco product video.

When is an OEM RFID module best?

Download the Idesco OEM module brochure that compares Idesco OEM RFID reader modules and their features to help you find the best choice for your planned application.

Indoor GIRA-compatible DESFire!

8 CD 2.0 Compact S is your smart choice if you are installing over a standard 55 mm wide electrical socket to minimize cable drilling.

New moving key reader models!

New 8 CD 2.0 VS Pin offers a door frame profile for more convenient siting.

Secure your data with OSDP v2

The bi-directional OSDP protocol was designed to let installers and integrators powerfully strengthen the security of data flowing through their deployed access control systems.

Security Key Management – compare options

DESFire is universally acknowledged to be one of the world’s securest identification technologies. Download our Security Key Management service description and compare options to find the best service level…

Have a great summer!

Our office will remain open normal hours throughout summer.

Secured long range ID

We remind that you Idesco’s EPC 2.0 reader has been updated to the Gen2V2 standard. EPC 2.0 reliably reads encrypted inexpensive, passive EPC transponders out to distances of ten…

Meet Idesco’s team at IFSEC

With IFSEC approaching, remember that Idesco’s Anu-Leena Arola, Jari Varjus and Jari Valtonen will be attending the show in London, June 19th to 21st.

Reliable ID in truly remote sites

“Valttikortti”-, “Byggekort-” and “ID06-” compatible 9 CM 2.0 securely transacts over GPRS from the remotest sites.

RFID access replaces old locks

Door Handle controls access with secure RFID, letting you replace mechanical keys with easy-to-manage keyfobs or RFID cards.

Hands-free entry, small profile!

If you need transactions at a distance for convenient, ‘hands-free’ access, EPC Slim provides you an ideal solution.

Reader differences in brief

This handy table helps system integrators and resellers find the right Idesco reader, and familiarizes end-users with our models.

Sales team welcomes Ari Rossi!

Welcome, Ari Rossi, to Idesco’s team. Ari comes aboard to serve our Norwegian and Danish customers, from Jyväskylä, Finland.

Thanks for very positive feedback!

Thanks, all of you who participated in the customer survey where we scored 4,75 out of 6 – again higher than industry average.

Migrate to DESFire security

MIFARE® DESFire, when secured with 128-bit encryption, is one of the most secure access control technologies in the world.

Display reader now supports text!

With IP67 protection and an operational range from -30 °C – +55 °C, 8 CD 2.0 D display reader deploys confidently outdoors.

Idesco readers are stronger

Impact resistance might be a valuable feature if you plan to deploy readers at a site with greater risk of vandalism.

8 CD 2.0 D display reader options

New version of 8 CD 2.0 D provides a convenient RS-485 interface and communication protocol for data transfer.

Idesco readers install easier

You can reduce deployment costs a lot for a new system when you choose devices that install faster.

Convenient data transfer with GPRS reader

9 CM 2.0 GPRS MIFARE® reader uses the GPRS (available nearly everywhere) service of local GSM cellular networks for data transfer.

Inventory may affect on delivery times in March

Our annual inventory (March 16th to 20th) is approaching quickly, during which time we will briefly suspend customer deliveries.

Compact RFID reader in your device

Planning an application where your own device needs an integrated RFID reader? Our 8 CD 2.0 Compact is an RFID module small enough to easily embed in other devices.

Tough prox reader for 125 kHz systems

If you prefer a 125 kHz RFID reader for your planned deployment, Idesco’s 7 AH is your best choice, with quite a few features most other low frequency readers…

Robust, secure Idesco LEGIC® readers

Idesco 8 CL 2.0 LEGIC® provides readers advanced features; moisture- and dust-proofing, a wide range of temperature tolerance, and the world’s highest combined IP protection and IK impact durability.

New keypad option – moving keys

Idesco’s versatile keypad housing family is soon adding a new member whose traditional, moving keys provide a tactile feedback.

Come visit us in Malmö this month!

We hope you will come visit us at Skydd & Säkerhet exhibition in Malmö from January 24 -25

More convenient, more secure long-range reading

We are excited about our recent launch of Idesco’s new EPC 2.0 passive long range reader.

Let’s chat

You can now also reach Idesco customer support via chat on our website.

Season’s Greetings from Idesco

Once again, instead of sending traditional greetings cards, we are supporting youth work by donating to Girls’ House and Boys’ House in Oulu.

Larger screen Access Touch 4.1

Touch screen computers with embedded RFID readers are an ideal platform for a variety of identification-dependent applications.

Market’s widest temperature range

Identification systems often get deployed in demanding environments with constantly changing temperatures. Most of Idesco’s RFID readers operate from -40 °C to +55 °C – the widest range found…

Basic on the job, rely on it

After fifteen years, the Basic remains one of Idesco’s most popular housings.

Access readers: future-proofed systems

Idesco’s Area Sales Manager, Philip Lundell, will be presenting at SECTECH’s Open Forum valuable insights on the crucial role access control readers can play in future-proofed systems.

Security Key Management made easy

Download an easy-to-understand Idesco Security Key Management service description. If you’re an integrator, your sales team may benefit learning more how this convenient service can streamline DESFire deployments for…

What kind of long-range reader?

Long range readers are designed explicitly for applications where identification is required at distances beyond what standard RFID can offer. Read more about the capabilities Idesco EPC readers and…

RFID Door Handle

Door Handle is an RFID door lock you can replace most common standard door locks with. Door Handle particularly benefits security managers by letting them replace mechanical keys, improving…

New, convenient pin pad option is easy to use

Idesco’s latest pin pad option, Quattro Pin SD, is now available for 7 AH, 7 C 2.0 and 8 CD 2.0 readers.

New, OSDP v2-compliant reader – with display!

Display readers are poised to offer advantages extending well beyond mere visual feedback about a system’s state or a user’s transponder status.

Idesco’s tough, winter-proof OSDP v2 readers at SECTECH

Our DESFire readers now support OSDP v2, letting you deploy bi-directional, secured data communication between them and their host.

Fire safety training for Idesco personnel

Antti quickly extinguishes fire while learning about (and practicing) important fire safety protocols during visit of Securitas’ mobile fire safety training vehicle.

Cornerstones of secure access control at Finnsec

Anu-Leena Arola and Ilkka Salo will discuss the crucial elements in effective access control on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Finnsec exhibition.

Free tutorial about RFID readers

RFID applications vary as much as the businesses that use them. How do you choose the right RFID reader, when so many factors complicate your choice, from your application’s…

Reliable readers in cold, dark winters

Nordic winters tend to place heavier demands on outdoor readers. What factors should you consider for an RFID reader you can rely on when it gets dark, cold and…

EPC 2.0: Encryption, easy updates

By the beginning of 2018 we will launch our new EPC 2.0 readers with remarkable new features; encrypted data transfer between reader and transponder, and much simpler reader updating.

The powerful security of OSDP v2

Idesco 8 CD 2.0 DESFire readers support OSDP v2, enablilng encrypted user data all the way from transponders to host.

Let’s meet at the expos!

If you plan to visit Finnsec, Security User Expo or both of them later in this month, please contact Idesco. Our team members will be delighted to arrange meeting…

Twenty years of approved quality!

Idesco was first ISO 9001 quality certified in 1997.

Want to ensure faster deliveries?

Read our helpful checklist that guides you in ordering Idesco products so we can serve you better, deliver to you faster!

Summary about supported technologies and interfaces of Idesco readers

Whether you’re a wholesaler, system integrator, installer, we’re sure you’ll find our new, downloadable reader summary a helpful tool during meetings with your own customers.

Faster installation and better performance with Idesco plates

Idesco plates enhance installation on our customer’s sites.

High fire safety standard for Idesco housings

Did you know Idesco reader housings are manufactured from a class of polymer tested for fire safety?

Secure and flexible 8 CD 2.0

The hallmarks of Idesco 8 CD 2.0 readers are security, efficiency and adaptability. DESFire is currently one of the world’s most secure access control technology, providing 128-bit AES and…

Time to replace old door locks

We are delighted to announce the launch of our newest reader, Door Handle 7N Online, a cable-less RFID door handle explicitly designed to replace your existing standard Scandinavian door…

Security Key service flexible to your needs

Whether your aim is lowering your overhead for maintaining current or future Mifare-keyed sites (Classic, DESFire, etc.) sites – or deploying your own in-house key management capability to increase…

New Idesco Display Reader

RFID reader with display lets users receive, on entry, personalized messages from their system, system state or reading event details.

Access Touch helps track work hours

Necom’s CEO states Access Touch 4.0 is an excellent platform for their advanced time & attendance system. Its smaller profile means no power supply is needed because it’s PoE.

They’ll endure truly rough handling

Why you should choose Idesco readers for demanding environments.

8 CL 2.0 now encrypts Wiegand

Historically, a glaring flaw of the Wiegand interface was that data transfers were always unprotected. Idesco’s new 8 CL 2.0 LEGIC® reader now lets you encrypt data over Wiegand…

7 AH, durable and versatile low frequency reader option

With remarkable configurability, 7 AH readily supports a wide variety of deployments, with flexibly-adjusted LEDs, Wiegand bits, to buzzer and re-read delay options.

Customers more satisfied than ever

Our customers rated our customer relations, product quality, order-delivery and business partnership. Once again we bettered our industry average, setting a new Idesco record!

Elegant security – 8 CD 2.0 Pin Glass

Need a stylish yet highly secure access control reader? 8 CD 2.0 Pin Glass is an unrivaled perfect choice.

8 CD 2.0 now supports OSDPv2

Contact us today to learn more about updating your DESFire security!

RFID Streamlines Waste Collection

Pneumatic collection system saves more than 50% energy in waste transport; RFID-controlled waste flows.

Hands-free also highly configurable

Create configuration cards for EPC Slim readers with EPC Coder, which recently replaced the old EPC Writer

Send your orders to right address

By sending your orders directly to a dedicated e-mail address you ensure your order is handled promptly.

9 CM 2.0 GPRS for truly remote sites!

9 CM 2.0 with economical GPRS connection quickly transmits transponder data directly to your server, regardless of distance.

Quattro Pin against Hydraulic Press

Finns function better as it gets colder. Yet enough pressure makes even the toughest give up. How much was needed when Hydraulic Press took on our Quattro Pin?

8 CD 2.0 and EV2 transponders

If you foresee a migration but discover your current readers can’t update to EV2, consider replacing them with the latest generation of 8 CD 2.0 readers. You could benefit…

New keypad option for 7 C 2.0

Idesco’s latest pin pad option, Quattro S Pin, is now also available for 7 C 2.0 readers.

DESFire security – in your device

Need an RFID reader embedded in your own device? The 8 CD 2.0 Compact module is designed explicitly to let you embed DESFire security into your own products.

March Inventory

Idesco readers secure Krakow airport

Dyskret Poland Ltd., specializing in integrated security system design and installation, has deployed more than 450 Idesco Basic and Slim Pin readers within the new security system they designed…

Security is Idesco’s core competency

Based on growing demand – and our historic strong DESFire expertise, Idesco has begun offering an important service we call Idesco Security Key Management.

Welcome to brand new Idesco website

New Idesco website is open.

Need DESFire EV2 transponders? We have ‘em!

We provide also DESFire EV2 transponders.

Access Touch 4.0: send data via IP wirelessly!

Inserting a WiFi stick lets your Access Touch 4.0 wirelessly connect to your system via WLAN, saving you cabling costs and time.

Smart storage with pin readers

Idesco’s 8 CD 2.0 5 Pin reader was the most elegantly-designed outdoor RS-485 pin pad reader on the market that also complied with vital common standards.

How well do you know our long-range versatility?

EPC Slim now easier to program

Are you winter proof and secure?

Readers today differ widely in withstanding moisture, shock, extreme temps. Regardless of technology, the housing limits where it can remain reliable…

Robust apps w/Access Touch 4.0

Access Touch 4.0 with its integrated computer module and embedded RFID reader is ideal for time and attendance. Lets your users manage their data…

Pros: future of access control

Earlier this year we invited both customers and security professionals to discuss the future of access control. Click to read the summary…..

Want to install faster?

Deploy 8 CD 2.0 much faster installing with adapter plate. It’s simple: attach plates while threading cables. Later, snap into hubs, insert screws – and you’re done.

Wiegand vulnerability solved!

Wiegand’s shortcoming has been forcing data sent to hosts to be unencrypted. Idesco’s new Badicio 8000 AES controller solves that vulnerability….

Door Handle’s new form

Our battery-powered, cable-free Door Handle 7, installs in doors, replacing old mechanical locks. Our new, Door Handle 7N design also installs easy.

EPC Slim reads up to 4 meters

Need a small reader and long identification distance? EPC Slim reads out to four meters, Perfect choice for dense pedestrian traffic or parcel transit.

Big inventory cost savings

Display reader for interactivity

We’re launching a new keypad reader with a 2,4 inch color display with extra function keys: freely programmable for much greater user interactivity.

8 CL 2.0 is NFC-ready

The 8 CL 2.0 can now communicate with smartphone HCE applications using NFC.

Embed 8 CD 2.0 in your device

The 8 CD 2.0 compact module lets you embed DESFire in your own device. Small size lets you integrate its features in many devices, for many applications.

8 CL 2.0 secures Wiegand data

An important security feature has just been added to 8 CL 2.0 LEGIC® reader. You can now protect data sent over Wiegand with truly robust 128-bit AES encryption….

7 AH, durable and versatile low frequency reader option

Are you looking for a durable low frequency reader with versatile configurability and a variety of housing options? Idesco’s 125 kHz 7 AH comes in six different housing options…

Test your ideas with other security professionals!

What kind of long range reader?

Long distance identification is essential when designing zone control, vehicle identification and logistics applications.

Installation and shield plates improve performance

Take advantage of our new tutorial: What is RFID technology?

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, sed ex nulla viris congue, cibo accusam cum at, modo sanctus pro ex. Est gubergren sadipscing ex. Nullam ceteros ullamcorper vix ei. Est numquam…

EPC transponders for any purpose

Idesco’s customers are more satisfied than ever

We closely follow customer satisfaction with regular surveys. Earlier this year, our customers evaluated our service, product quality, order-delivery process and partnership. We scored 4,65 (scaled 1 – 6)…

Plates install fast, bolster performance

Reader security is Idesco’s core competence

New, convenient Quattro keypad option

Installation and Insulation Plates

LogiNets & Idesco save building industry time & money

New, tightened reporting responsibilities have appeared in the Finnish building industry. Contractors are now obliged to maintain accurate records on every employee on-site…

AESCO solves security challenge

Introducing Access Touch 4.0

Access Touch 4.0

Installing EPC Metal Tags?

When installing EPC Metal Tags, avoid using screws with head diameters over 9 mm. Larger diameter head screws degrade tag performance. For additional info, contact customer support: +358 44…

Let’s talk about reading distances

Unique access & rescue control in deep mining environment

Identoi Oy deployed a unique access and rescue control system for Pyhäsalmi Mine, one of Europe’s deepest underground mine. Identoi chose Idesco to supply the system’s readers…

Mika cares about his customers

Need long distance ID?

Syntegro embeds AESCO protocol

Your transponder can do more

EPC Streamlines Veolia Bus Traffic

Tech migration got you worried?

Migration Station takes a big bite out of migration worries and costs, simplifying and speeding credential migration….

Skimming? AESCO defeats it!

New GPRS connection reader

Strong features in Idesco EPC

Low frequency 7 AH means reliable dual tech benefits

Danish Industries delighted with “future-proofed” Idesco readers

Danish Industries’ state-of-the-art building in a prime Copenhagen location, uses modern Idesco 8 CD 2.0 DESFire readers in the access control system Schneider Electric designed.