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aptiQmobile will be available on Android NFC-enabled phones regardless of choice of carriers Organisations wanting to utilise Near Field Communications- (NFC-) enabled smartphones as their access control credentials for employees and students will be able to begin the transition through the use of aptiQmobile technology. Ingersoll Rand will be adding exclusive technologies that enable a secure peer-to-peer (P2P) NFC mode, letting organisations begin providing the convenien...

IRIS certification for passenger information and communication systems is the most stringent international standards Moxa has joined an elite group of companies worldwide to achieve International Railway Industry Standard (IRIS) certification for passenger information and communication systems. The certification was awarded to Moxa's Design and Engineering headquarters in Taiwan following a recent audit by the AFNOR Group. The IRIS certification for passenger information and...

Image Sensing Systems offers its expertise and influence to help decision-makers work together Shrinking city resources. Growing crime rates. Increased security and parking needs. Jamming traffic. The future of our cities seems destined to be inadequately prepared to meet such challenges. Until you learn that Image Sensing Systems, Inc. a global leader in above-ground technology solutions, is dedicating significant resources to its "CitySync" initiative to improve saf...

Schneider Electric recently announced the launch of Pelco™ Infrared and White Light LED Illumination products for security camera installations. These new products provide energy efficient, targeted discreet or deterrent lighting for video security. In addition, this efficient lighting extends the effectiveness of megapixel IP cameras for evening and night use and help security camera installations comply with light pollution restrictions. Security cameras need a sufficient amount of ligh...

What: Honeywell Security Group introduces new mobile apps for its popular LYNX Touch 5100 self-contained security system: The new L5100 Connect iOS app allows homeowners to control the system anywhere on premises within their Wi-Fi coverage areas on iPhone®, iPad® or iPod touch®. The app provides local control of the security system, and if so equipped, control of Z-Wave® enabled lights, locks, thermostats and more. This approach helps homeowners save money on energy and util...

ComNet, Communication Networks of Danbury, Connecticut, a USA-based manufacturer of fiber optic transmission and networking equipment, is introducing a unique SFP (Small Form Factor Pluggable) device that can be used in any Ethernet device, and can extends distances over COAX or UTP cables to 3000 ft. The ComNet SFP-CL can be used in any Ethernet device that uses MSA-compliant SFPs for connectivity. Two different models are being announced, a 10Mbps and 100MBPS model. These SFP modules can be co...

U.S. Veterans Magazine's 2013 Best of the Best Lists were compiled from multiple sources AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, is proud to be featured as a top veteran-friendly company by U.S. Veterans Magazine. The results were announced in the magazine's 2013 "Best of the Best" list which recognizes companies committed to hiring military veterans. "Being cited as a top veteran-friendly company is a true honour...

Bosch Security Systems has released two new communication modules for its intrusion and fire control panels. The B441 Conettix Plug-in Cellular Communicator for the B Series Control Panels enables secure two-way IP communication over the Verizon CDMA cellular network. This capability provides superior coverage and reliability for alarm reporting, remote programming, SMS notifications, and more. The Conettix B450 Plug-in Communicator Interface enables the use of plug-in cellular communicators f...

KeyWatcher key system is used by the casinos’ security departments to track keys needed throughout the facilities Casino managers, like managers in any other market, leave nothing to chance when it comes to the operation of the business. To protect the bottom line and guard against fraud, they rely on established practices and procedures and industry favoured technology such as Morse Watchmans key control and management systems. At sister properties Casino Arizona and T...

Anthem Memory Care addresses the needs of seniors afflicted by Alzheimer’s and dementia Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that Anthem Memory Care has standardised on the Brivo OnAirv hosted cloud-based access controland video surveillance management solution for their future new care facilities. Key-Rite Security of Denver, Colorado is the dealer and installer for this project. In the United States today, a...

RITE Touch is perfect for indoor applications, combining elegant aesthetics with latest touch screen technology Adams Rite, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is debuting the brand new RITE Touch digital glass door lock at ASIS 2013, offering a new elegance to keyless access solutions for glass openings. “The RITE Touch is our very first digital lock specifically designed and crafted for glass door applications,” said Michael Webb, Vice President of New Product Developm...

LILIN provided over 30 HD IP iMEGAPRO models including the IPD2322ESX3.6 flush mount domes LILIN USA teamed up with Clark Security Products, Dave Clark Construction, Alpha Electric, and Tom Bell Chevrolet to complete the largest renovation of any existing Chevrolet dealership to date. Challenge & solution The primary goal of Tom Bell Chevrolet was to retain redundancy with the video backup in the case of a hard drive failure. To resolve this issue, LILIN provided a 36-ch...

This is the first time that SIA has signed such an agreement with a federal agency The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science & Technology Directorate. The memorandum outlines an information-sharing agreement between SIA and DHS that is intended to help both parties "benefit from cost savings, technology awareness and enhanced relationships." "DHS' commitment to providing st...

Lancope will lead the positioning of Lancope’s technology architecture toward SDN Lancope, Inc., a leader in network visibility and security intelligence, announces the appointment of Tim (TK) Keanini as chief technology officer (CTO). Keanini brings nearly 25 years of network and security experience to his new role, including positions at Cisco and nCircle. He will lead the evolution and positioning of Lancope’s technology architecture toward software-defined netw...

The expansion has been created due to demand created by increased sales and new business Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC of St. Louis, Missouri USA, announces an expansion of its technical support department due to demand created by increased sales and new business. Additions have been made within the technical support department to reinforce an already stellar reputation of quality customer service and product guidance. The Technical Support department includes NICET (Na...

The seminar will take place at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse, home of the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, will host a free workplace violence prevention seminar on Friday, November 8, 2013, from 3:00 to 6:30 p.m. The seminar will take place at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse, home of the Indiana Pacers, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., in Indianapolis. Opening remarks will be made by Ron Ra...

Tynan is an experienced leader who has held multiple domestic and international leadership roles MicroPower Technologies, Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimised for rapid, cost-effective deployment, announces the appointment of Dave Tynan as Vice President of Global Marketing and Business Development. Tynan is an experienced leader who has held multiple domestic and international leadership roles in sales, marketing, business development and produc...

Michael O'Neal will contribute to the provocative View from the Top panel on Tuesday, November 5 at 4:45 p.m. Michael O'Neal, president of Linear LLC, a leader in residential and commercial access control, security and health and wellness solutions, will be a featured speaker at Securing New Ground (SNG™), the Security Industry Association's (SIA) executive conference at the Sheraton Times Square Hotel in New York. O'Neal will contribute to the popular and provocative Vi...

SCIF Constructors and Electronics have installed systems in government installations across 32 states and in nine foreign countries Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) congratulates SCIF Constructors and Electronics with a special award recognising the installation of their one-thousandth Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF). The alarm system component of all systems installed since 2002 featured DMP technology, which is widely used in government, banking, and oth...

Howe brings more than 20 years of experience in homeland and aviation security, and media relations VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced the addition of Ellen Howe to its leadership team. Howe brings more than 20 years of experience in homeland and aviation security, strategic communications, media relations, crisis management and social media to her new role as vice president of marketing. “We are de...

Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, communication and computing solutions, has unveiled its new EDS-210A series 10-port industrial unmanaged switches capable of delivering Gigabit speed and multiple fiber connections. The switches are designed to meet growing demands of high-bandwidth data convergence and long-haul data transport for small-scale and widely-distributed edge applications, such as those that can be found in factory floor automation. The EDS-210A comes in two configurations th...

Parallel Solutions has focused their business in the telecommunications cabling, and data centers OnSSI recently announced the appointment of Parallel Solutions as its new manufacturer’s representative for the Northern Illinois Chicago Metro area. Parallel Solutions has focused their business in the telecommunications cabling, physical security, data centers and security access control markets and built a reputation for excellence by providing competitive values and ens...

Customer Lupoli Companies, Lawrence, MA, U.S.A. operates Sal's Pizza, a 45-location-and-growing pizza shop chain with restaurants in Arizona, California and Florida. The company's headquarters is in a 3 million-square-foot, 100-year-old former mill building that was converted into a multi-tenant office park and garage. Lupoli Companies owns and occupies the office park, and leases additional space to other companies.  Challenge The Lupoli Companies office park and headquarters are loca...

The summit is scheduled to take place on January 19-23 at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando, Fla. The Electronic Security Association announced on Tuesday that Mary Byers, co-author of the book, "Race for Relevance: 5 Radical Changes for Associations," will be one of five keynote speakers for the annual ESA Leadership Summit in January. The summit is scheduled to take place on January 19-23 at the Rosen Center Hotel in Orlando, Fla. According to a statement, Byers’ pres...

Tri-Ed hosts one day Technology Roadshows to familiarise customers with latest technologies Tri-Ed is pleased to continue its comprehensive Technology Roadshow training program throughout 2013. Dealers and integrators will want to mark their calendars for the Tri-Ed Roadshow coming to Anaheim, CA on Wednesday, November 13th. This free one-day event will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Anaheim, located at 100 the City Drive in Orange. The Roadshow kicks off at 8 a.m. with...

Preferred Technologies Group, maker of the Cartell gate openers and vehicle detection systems, is pleased to announce compatibility with any solar automatic gate opener. The GateMate (CP-3) has the lowest current draw in standby than any other free exit system on the market. It requires just 90-150 Microamps in standby. That’s 85-90% lower current draw than its closest competition. A critical aspect of any solar-powered gate opener is the battery. The more accessories attached to a solar...

VidSys and SecureTech support a joint strategy for improving physical security capabilities in the region VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, awarded SecureTech LLC of Abu Dhabi, UAE the VidSys 2013 Top Integrator Partner Award for the United Arab Emirates. The award was presented by VidSys Chairman and CEO Michael P. Jackson to Mr. Abdulla Al Neaimi, founder and CEO of SecureTech, at the 2013 ASIS International Seminar and E...

Image Sensing Systems. Inc. announced recently the addition of two new products to its video detection product line: Autoscope® Sn-500 and Autoscope® Sn-510. These video detection solutions, optimised for markets outside of North America, provide a complete and cost-effective vehicle detection solution for intersection control applications. The products offer fast set-up, minimal maintenance, and high performance.  These processing cards deliver value and help reduce congestion, pr...

Honeywell recently released the Wi-Fi Repeater Extender (WREX), a device that extends Wi-Fi signals, expanding the number of locations in homes and businesses where security dealers can install Wi-Fi IP cameras. Adding wireless IP cameras in areas that may be out of range of a customers’ existing Wi-Fi router can be challenging. WREX fills the signal gap by repeating the existing Wi-Fi signals to help eliminate dead zones. The WREX comes as a plug-and-play device that is ready for deploy...

Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, recently announced a strong addition to its line of fixed cameras for around-the-clock outdoor surveillance with AXIS Q1765-LE Network Camera. AXIS Q1765-LE with built-in infra-red (IR) LEDs and outdoor-ready enclosure has a powerful 18x motorised optical zoom with autofocus for covering long distances in crisp and clear 1080p HDTV resolution (see video). The bullet-style network camera was designed for monitoring entrances, exits and per...