Mercury Security Launches App Environment for Custom Edge Applications on Controllers

Mercury Security, a global pioneer in open-architecture access control solutions, is making waves at ISC West with a groundbreaking enhancement to its controller platform. The new Mercury Embedded Application Environment empowers technology partners and OEMs to develop and deploy custom applications directly onto Mercury MP Controllers, redefining the possibilities of access control.

“We have a lot of exciting things happening at Mercury, and a dedicated booth at ISC West is the perfect place to showcase them,” said Steve Lucas, Vice President of Sales at Mercury Security. “We are excited to show customers the Mercury embedded application environment running on Mercury MP Intelligent Controllers, along with a range of new solutions targeting the platform. We’re giving our partners the ability to develop directly on the controller, unlocking new levels of system intelligence at the edge.”

Bringing Intelligence to the Edge

Traditional access controllers depend on server-based logic and offer limited upstream connectivity. However, Mercury’s innovative platform shifts real-time processing to the edge. This reduces latency, enhances system availability, and boosts redundancy, ensuring seamless and secure operations.

Enhanced Responsiveness and Interoperability

By embedding intelligence closer to entry points, this platform improves system performance, minimizes reliance on network infrastructure, and introduces advanced operational capabilities. It also streamlines interoperability by integrating seamlessly with controllers, IoT devices, elevators, readers, and locking mechanisms.

Unmatched Flexibility for a Secure Ecosystem

Designed for security professionals, integrators, and IoT stakeholders, the Mercury Embedded Application Environment provides a highly customizable platform. Supporting third-party applications and enabling custom business logic, it transforms controllers into intelligent hubs that integrate multiple systems and enhance overall functionality.

“The access control industry is shifting toward more decentralized, intelligent security systems,” said Daniel Gundlach, Vice President, head of Physical Access Control Solutions business unit in North America at HID. “Our embedded application environment gives our partners the tools to build smarter, more adaptable solutions that align with today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities.”

Showcasing Advanced Capabilities at ISC West

At ISC West, Mercury is demonstrating the extensive potential of its embedded application environment in collaboration with key industry partners, featuring innovative certified applications:

> ASSA ABLOY HES KS210 OSDP Access Control Server Cabinet Lock – The Mercury KS210 app allows OEMs to support up to 32 KS210 OSDP server cabinet locks without requiring custom integrations.

> HID pivCLASS – Adds PKI-based authentication to Mercury MP Controllers, ensuring compliance with security standards required in government and regulated industries.

> SecuriThings – Enables comprehensive security audits by detecting network-connected devices and providing detailed reports on firmware, connectivity, and other security parameters.

> Viakoo – Ensures continuous system health monitoring in physical security environments by identifying vulnerabilities, managing lifecycle data, and automating remediation processes such as firmware updates and certificate management.

A New Standard in Access Control

Since their launch in June 2024, Mercury MP Controllers have set a new benchmark in access control technology. Serving as the foundation for the Mercury Embedded Application Environment, these controllers allow seamless integration of access control, elevator management, building automation, IoT applications, and third-party solutions into a unified ecosystem. This approach eliminates vendor lock-in, providing end-users with unparalleled flexibility and future-proofing investments.

Three Decades of Leadership in Open Architecture Solutions

As part of HID, Mercury Security has spent over 30 years delivering cutting-edge hardware solutions that empower OEMs and integrators to build world-class security systems. With support for industry standards such as OSDP, MQTT, and TLS, Mercury MP Controllers ensure interoperability across access control, building automation, and IoT applications, setting the stage for the future of secure, scalable access solutions.