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  SARGENT's SE LP10 line leverages HID Global's new Secure Identity Object digital credential technology At ASIS 2011, SARGENT is showcasing its newest solutions for secure physical access projects that must comply with Personal Identity Verification (PIV) standards under Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 201. The new SE LP10 product line supports SP 800-116 Uncontrolled Security Areas and works with HID Global's pivCLASS Authentication Module and Validation Server t...

Harmony Series H1 and H2 exit devices are with 56- electric latch retraction SARGENT Manufacturing Company a market leader in locksets, cylinders, door closers, and related products, and ASSA ABLOY Group company, will be exhibiting its Harmony Series H1 and H2 exit devices with 56- electric latch retraction, which brings fast, quiet operation to high-traffic egress doors. Offered in ET trim as well as a variety of pull trims, 56- electric latch retraction ensures fast, quiet operation as w...

  Lien will work with the PSIA Board to develop strategies that maintain the organisation's leadership positionThe Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA), a global consortium of physical security providers focused on promoting the interoperability of IP-enabled devices, recently announced it has elected Larry Lien of Proximex as its new Chairman and Marine Drive of Honeywell as Vice Chairman."We are pleased to have two extremely strong individuals help lead our initiat...

  The Securing New Ground Conference will be held at the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City on 1-2 November 2011 The 16th annual Securing New Ground Conference, hosted by the Security Industry Association (SIA), is a unique forum bringing together leading investors, executives and end users in the security industry. Held this year 1-2 November at the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City, the conference focuses on the business of security and on identifying business trends and oppor...

  Mr. Cercone will lead the company's efforts in the public safety and law enforcement markets Video surveillance and remote monitoring company mobiDEOS has added former police chief Stephen M. Cercone as Law Enforcement Advisor, contributing industry knowledge and years of experience as the company intensifies its law enforcement strategy. Mr. Cercone will lead the company's efforts in the public safety and law enforcement markets. Mr. Cercone, a graduate of the FBI National Academy i...

ASIS accolades recognises security industry's innovative products, services and solutionsASIS International, the preeminent organisation for security professionals worldwide, has selected BriefCam, the developer and provider of Video Synopsis solutions for rapid reviewing, analysing and indexing of video, as one of the top 10 winners of the ASIS Accolades Security's Best competition.ASIS Accolades is an awards competition that recognises the security industry's most innovative new products, ser...

The new system improves workflow efficiency and increases patient data securityDigitalPersona, Inc., a global provider of authentication and endpoint protection solutions, recently announced Children's Clinics for Rehabilitative Services (Children's Clinics) has deployed DigitalPersona® Pro data protection and access security software and U.are.U® Fingerprint Readers to enhance the rollout of its new electronic health records (EHR) system. Using fingerprint biometrics, Children's Clinic...

  Steven Roth will receive the award at 2011 Security Week Gala on 2 November 2011Steven Roth, CEO, Tri-Ed/Northern Video has been unanimously selected as the 2011 Lippert Award winner by a panel of past award recipients. The George R. Lippert Memorial Award, which was first presented by the Security Industry Association (SIA) in 1989, recognises outstanding contributions to SIA and the security industry.A former member of the SIA board of directors, Roth began his career in the a...

 Morse Watchman's new KeyWatcher Touch features breakthrough touchscreen functionalityVisitors to this year's ASIS Conference and Trade Show at the Orlando County Convention Center can "Get the Touch!" at the Morse Watchmans booth and have a chance to win an Apple® iPod Touch. The promotion helps launch Morse Watchmans' new KeyWatcher® Touch key control and management system, featuring breakthrough touchscreen functionality and enhanced TrueTouch client software. "The...

 The partnership is between Ocularis v2.0 and Aegis (PSIM) software by KapLogic CorpOnSSI, the market leader in open-architecture, intelligent IP-based video surveillance software, announces a new technology partnership between the Ocularis v2.0 software platform and Aegis physical security information management (PSIM) software by KapLogic Corp., a developer of advanced security integration products.Used together, the two technologies enable incorporation of the functionality and infinite...

 Sukhi was elected to the board after receiving a majority vote and following an extensive review process Security entrepreneur Sukhi Ghuman has been appointed to the board of directors of the Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA). Sukhi, the owner and founder of Octavian Security in the UK and Octavian Security USA, gained the position after being recommended to the board for his extensive industry experience, achievements and knowledge. The HSFA is a not-for-profit organisation t...

 Attendees will be awarded a prize if their given access code opens the CyberKeyVault 20 electronic key cabinet Videx has some fun things planned for attendees that visit their booth #3237 during the ASIS exposition in Orlando, Florida, September 19-21. Each visitor to the booth will be given an access code to present to the CyberKeyVault 20 electronic key cabinet. If an attendee's access code opens the Vault, they win a prize. At the same time, their name will be entered in the grand...

  Eric will develop comprehensive design for video surveillance and security systems M. Malia & Associates, Inc. (MMA), a leading consultant and designer of professional security systems, announces the appointment of a new field design coordinator for the Asia Pacific market. Effective immediately, Eric Yu will transfer from his position at North American Video (NAV), where he supported the engineering design team, to assume his new role at M. Malia & Associates. In making the...

 Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company will get maintenance services its in retail outlets by North American Video North American Video announced they have begun the servicing and maintenance of the video surveillance systems in all retail outlets across The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company. A total of over 330 stores across seven states fall under their family of supermarkets and include A&P, The Food Emporium, Pathmark, SuperFresh, Best Cellars, Waldbaum's and Food Basics retai...

Elk Products, a leading manufacturer of security and control components, is pleased to announce a new interface integration from the M1 Cross Platform Control to Lutron's RadioRA 2 total home control system. The ELK-M1XSLU M1 to Lutron serial interface connects directly to the RadioRA 2 main repeater and enables the M1 to control and adjust the lighting, shades and scenes of a premise. Benefits to the end user include control, convenience and lifestyle enhancement. This product was developed for...

 The sales team is strengthened with highly-qualified people possessing a depth of industry experienceIQinVision (www.iqeye.com), market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, recently announced a series of personnel promotions, additions, and enhancements to the company's Sales and Management teams to further fuel the company's growth and market penetration.David Clark has been promoted to Vice President of Engineering and Operations. David came to IQinVision with over 25 year...

Proxim Wireless Corporation, a leading provider of complete indoor and outdoor wireless broadband systems, announces that its Tsunami GX800, MP8100 and QB8100 wireless backhaul products are now available for purchase by U.S. Federal agencies, as well as many state and local government agencies, through a General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule Contract.Proxim supply partner, Winncom Technologies, has a GSA Schedule Contract that includes the Tsunami GX800 and Tsunami QB8100 point-to-point...

Challenge: Make community safety a priority and better protect City of Selma residents, workers, and visitors.Solution: The City of Selma seamlessly manages the Avigilon HD Surveillance System using Avigilon Control Center network video management software (NVMS) with HD Stream Management. The City has installed more than 30 HD cameras ranging from three to five megapixels to monitor the exterior of the George Washington Carver (GWC) complex and at police headquarters to monitor the parking lot,...

 Operators use "Control Center", IndigoVision's Video Management Software (VMS) to view live videoIn 2008, the North Star Mohican Casino in Wisconsin upgraded their surveillance capability with an innovative integrated solution using IndigoVision's IP Video technology. The system integrates CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, panic alarms and Electronic Point of Sale (EPOS) into a single unified system that transformed the casino's operation. The surveillance system has be...

 EverFocus will use Theia's megapixel auto-iris lenses in its new HDcctv 1080p and IP2 megapixel cameras  EverFocus Electronics Corp. has selected Theia's new megapixel auto-iris lenses for use on the EQH5200 series HDcctv and EAN3200 series IP cameras that will be released at ASIS, in Orlando, Florida, September 19 - 21, 2011.  These two lenses, along with Theia's SY110A lens are now offered as optional accessories across EverFocus' portfolio of megapixel box cameras.&n...

State Policy Digest will help SIA members become more aware of state policiesThe Security Industry Association (SIA) launched a new quarterly publication, State Policy Digest, which will provide a review of the previous quarter's state legislative proposals, activities and trends impacting the electronic and physical security industry.State Policy Digest will help SIA members become more aware of state policies that impact their business and SIA's involvement with those issues. The publication...

At ASIS, G4S will be showcasing its new business model for integrated security solutionsG4S Secure Solutions, a global provider of comprehensive security solutions combining technology, manpower and innovation, will give away the new iPad 2 to 10 attendees at the ASIS show this September in Orlando. Winners will be drawn from attendees who pick up iPad entry cards at the G4S booth and get them stamped by G4S security officers at the show.To win an iPad 2, attendees must have their entry cards s...

 University of Sydney selected Avigilon for its superior image quality, ease-of-use, and cost effectivenessAvigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced that the University of Sydney, Australia's oldest university, has deployed the Avigilon HD Surveillance System across its Camperdown/Darlington and Cumberland campuses with plans to expand across the entire 530 hectare property. The Avigilon HD Surveillance...

 Simon Siew will oversee all functions relating to APAC sales, technical support and customer logisticsHID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced Simon Siew has joined HID Global as the Managing Director, Identity and Access Management of Asia Pacific (APAC).  In his new role, Mr. Siew is responsible for driving the company's business objectives and financial performance as well as the successful promotion of the HID Global brand in...

The award acknowledges the strong collaborative efforts of the two companiesMilestone Systems, the globally leading open platform company in IP video management software, has received an award from Arecont Vision, manufacturer of megapixel network cameras: 2010 Technology Partner of the Year - Joint Marketing. This award acknowledges the strong collaborative efforts of the two companies to expand and support the market for megapixel IP network surveillance systems.  "Arecont Vision an...

  Gallagher will strengthen the ComNet sales team by providing solutions to the complex network challengesComNet, Communication Networks of Danbury, Connecticut, a USA-based manufacturer of fibre optic transmission and networking equipment, has announced that Robert Gallagher has been appointed as the company's Vice President of Network Systems and Security Solutions Gallagher's new role will be to support the ComNet sales team by providing solutions to the difficult network challenges...

The city of Sanford, Florida, is located less than 30 miles northeast of Orlando and serves as the seat of Seminole County. In November 2010, the city unveiled a new 75,000 square foot public safety complex housing both Sanford's fire and police headquarters. After evaluating the available options and considering the city's existing infrastructure and growth requirements, the city of Sanford decided that Genetec's Security Center unified security platform would be best suited to meet the facilit...

  March Networks Financial Solutions is employed by over 450 banks and credit unions globallyMarch Networks®, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, announced that it is the #1 supplier of video surveillance equipment in the Americas banking market as ranked by IMS Research in its report "Vertical Insights: Video Surveillance and Security in Banking and Finance - 2011 Edition". More than 450 banks and credit unions currently use March Networks Financial Solu...

   The CyberLock access solution incorporates the mechanical lock hardware Videx will be showcasing the CyberLock system of electromechanical cylinders, programmable keys and smart padlocks at ASIS in Orlando. The CyberLock access solution incorporates the mechanical lock hardware that is already being used in a facility. No wiring or structural changes are required to retrofit existing locks. Simply replace each mechanical lock's core with a CyberLock eCylinder to ha...

  Akron Zoo selected Milestone's XProtect VMS to monitor animal health and behaviourMilestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software, is integrated with MobiDEOS mobile client access at the Akron Zoo in Ohio, who has opted for video surveillance as a cost-effective and practical means to monitor animal health and behaviour.  The Akron Zoo is a private, non-profit organisation focusing on wildlife preservation and conservation education. It is one of the...