Contractors
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Looking to partner with CBORD? Our implementation strategy blends CBORD, customer, and third-party resources resulting in a world-class installation.
Are you a contractor who can support the physical installation of access hardware?
CBORD partners with organizations who have expertise in electronic access system installation providing project management, onsite supervision, and onsite installation technicians.

CS Access™
CS Access, CBORD’s IP-based door access control system, works with CS Gold®, Odyssey, and CBORD’s Housing solution to provide integrated access control.
Combined with a comprehensive line of intelligent control panels and dual technology readers, CS Access provides a total access control solution.
Steps to Establish Partnership
The partner agreement is between CBORD and the partner organization.
Questions? Contact us
- Execute CBORD Non-Disclosure Agreement (2 weeks)
- Submit credit application and reference check (1 month)
- Key staff members must acquire CBORD certification (3-6 months)
Hardware Installation
Hardware installation is comprised of locks (Allegion or ASSA ABLOY) and CBORD proprietary hardware including Squadron or Mercury panels and third-party readers.
Training is provided by CBORD at our Duluth, GA training center on the installation specifics of the panels and readers
CBORD Certification
CBORD requires that future partner staff installing CBORD propriety hardware are CBORD Certified. Certification is extended to individuals, not the partner organization.
Certification is based on system version and recertification may be required when there are system upgrades.
CBORD Certification Classes
Squadron Installation with Third-Party Readers
Four-day, hands-on installation course covering how to install and maintain Squadron equipment and installation of Allegion wireless readers with Handkey II biometric reader. Additional topics include an overview of hardware and equipment, installation techniques, CS Access configuration, and communication needs.
Mercury Installation with Third-Party Readers
Four-day, hands-on installation course covering how to install and maintain Mercury equipment and installation of Allegion wireless readers with Handkey II biometric reader. Additional topics include an overview of hardware and equipment, installation techniques, CS Access configuration, and communication needs.
AD400 Integrated Lockset
Two-day training designed for contractors installing AD400 integrated locksets at CBORD customer sites. Training includes a discussion about commissioning not presented by manufacturer which ensures installation of locks is supported by CBORD products.
Please note CS Gold and CS Access classes are not open to third-party contractors.

Certificates
Certificates are emailed upon successfully passing the class test and full payment has been received.
Classes are scheduled quarterly at the CBORD and Horizon Duluth, GA training facility. Registration is first-come, first-served. Available class dates can be provided upon request along with costs. Payment is required prior to attending.
CBORD and Horizon Software Training Facility
2850 Premiere Parkway, Suite 100
Duluth, GA 30097
T: 800.741.7100
Hotels in Local Area
Duluth Area Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn (1.6 miles from training facility)
2040 Sugarloaf Circle
Duluth, GA 30097
Lawrenceville Area Hotel
Hampton Inn (2.2 miles from training facility)
6010 Sugarloaf Parkway
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Lawrenceville Area Hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton (2.1 miles from training facility)
1775 North Brown Road
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Class Hours
Class beings at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. each day. An hour will be set aside daily for lunch on your own. End time the last day is at the discretion of the instructor. We will be mindful of flight schedules as well as area traffic patterns.
Please plan to arrive a little early on day one. Receptionist will provide a security badge and notify your instructor to come and meet you.
NOTE: COVID-19 Protocol
The health and wellbeing of our employees, customers, and partners is our top priority. We are taking the necessary precautions to ensure our training experience is a safe one.
Individuals who are attending training onsite at our facility will need to review our Company Health and Safety Protocols and will be provided with a link to the COVID Daily Wellness Questionnaire.
Social distancing measures are in place.
Masks are required.
Temperature and screening questions will be introduced.