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Enhanced image capture and faster algorithm are among Zwipe Access 2.0's features Zwipe, a provider of biometric identification technologies, announced the launch of Zwipe Access 2.0. The updated access control product has several key enhancements such as faster authentication, enhanced image and capture capabilities, and reduced false rejection rates. Zwipe Access 2.0 is being launched at IFSEC in London.  “The enhanced features were developed based on market rese...

The patent will help Intellicheck Mobilisa towards a leading role in the fingerprint biometric identity authentication industry Intellicheck Mobilisa, a provider of threat identification, identity authentication, verification and validation technology solutions, announced it has been awarded a U.S. Patent that governs the two-factor fingerprint biometric identity process that authenticates an identity card with embedded fingerprint biometric information and the live biometric...

The IONSCAN 600 provides customers in aviation, ports and borders markets with a more comprehensive detection solution Smiths Detection’s IONSCAN™ 600 trace detector has been enhanced to detect and identify narcotics, in addition to its existing capabilities for explosives. Extending the library of threats to include narcotics will provide customers in the aviation, ports and borders or critical infrastructure markets with a more comprehensive solution to their det...

BioEntry W2 is a blend of many industry-leading technologies and innovations Suprema, a provider of biometrics and security technology, announced global launching of BioEntry W2, an outdoor fingerprint access control device that offers high matching performance, outdoor durability and multi-card reading in a package to provide comprehensive access control features. BioEntry W2 well blends loads of industry-leading technologies and innovations. BioEntry W2 is loaded with ...

BSIA promotes the importance of quality as a key consideration when procuring security products or services The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is looking forward to the security industry’s flagship event, IFSEC International. In just under two weeks’ time, some of the world’s leading security brands will converge on the show floor at London’s ExCeL for three days over the 21st - 23rd June. This will be the third year running that ExCeL...

FaceSenitel allows registered users to pass through security doors without cards, tokens or codes At IFSEC International 2016, pioneering facial recognition specialist Aurora will unveil a world-first in access control technology: a system that allows registered users to open doors simply by looking at a sensor, with no need for any additional verification such as tokens, cards or PINs.Facial recognition The breakthrough access control system integrates Aurora’s AI-powe...

The expansion of the sales team to include industry leaders will help BluBOX across the country and abroad BluBOX Security, a provider of cloud-based physical security solutions, has announced Mark Scaparro has joined the BluBOX team as Sr. Vice President of Sales and Phillip Koken has joined as Regional Sales Manager, Western Region. “With these key additions to our team we will be prepared to meet the growing needs of our clients as we expand our dealer base acros...

ISONAS named as one of Boulder Valley’s fastest growing private companies in 2015 ISONAS a pure IP access control system manufacturer, today announced that it has yet again made BizWest’s Mercury 100 list as one of the fastest growing companies in Colorado for 2015. The Mercury 100 event hosted by BizWest took place on May 25th at the Lionsgate Event Centre where the fastest-growing private companies in Boulder and Broomfield counties were honoured for their c...

SMARTair provides flexible access control using smartcards instead of mechanical keys Rialto Court is a block of contemporary apartments for students attending Durham University and Teesside University in Middlesbrough. When management company Mezzino took ownership of the property, each apartment was secured using a master-key system. However, the rapid turnover of tenants, together with a need for scheduled cleaning and summer shutdown periods, meant keys were becoming diff...

The commercial satellite communications contract is valid until 2023 Airbus Defence and Space has been awarded a contract worth 113.8 million euros by the procurement agency of German Armed Forces (BAAINBw) to provide commercial satellite communication services until 2023. Airbus Defence and Space has been providing these satcom services since 2006. Access to selected C- and Ku-band transponders The contract which is valid for the next seven-and-a-half years includes th...

The BioConnect Identity Platform provides an integration of Suprema's biometric solutions with the majority of leading access control systems BioConnect and Suprema have announced Suprema's launch of the BioConnect Identity Platform. Developed by BioConnect, Suprema's long-standing strategic partner in North America, the BioConnect Identity Platform provides an integration of Suprema's biometric solutions with majority of the leading access control systems in the global secur...

PANCOM and PAC will showcase their product ranges and security solutions, including multi-site integrated systems High level integrated security systems specialist PACOM and access control solutions manufacturer PAC will be exhibiting together at this year’s IFSEC (21st-23rd June at ExCel, London) to showcase their product ranges and security solutions, from multi-site integrated systems to single door controllers. Integrated security management PACOM, a global leade...

Student rooms have been fitted with the Aperio solution, which is fully integrated into the Gallagher Command Centre A student residence at The University of Birmingham has been supplied with the Aperio wireless locking solution by ASSA ABLOY Access Control, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions. Chamberlain, based in Edgbaston, is a brand new student accommodation development comprised of a 21-storey tower and three low-rise blocks.Fully int...

Mr. Barnette succeeds Steve Wagner, who is retiring after spending a decade at Mercury Security, most recently as President ACRE, a global Electronic security solutions provider, today announced it has appointed Matthew Barnette as President of its subsidiary Mercury Security. Mr. Barnette will be responsible for leading Mercury through its next phase of growth as it continues to work with valued partners to leverage industry-proven Authentic Mercury technology to create open,...

MeReal Biometrics' card can be used for payment and banking, access and identity, loyalty and healthcare cards Hong Kong's MeReal Biometrics will reveal its revolutionary new card technology in Hong Kong at the RISE mega tech conference on Wednesday, 1st June, 2016. RISE organisers will showcase MeReal Biometrics in the ALPHA section acknowledging the technology’s universal appeal. MeReal's "computer on a card" MeReal Biometrics will be welcoming visitors on 1st J...

The 2N acquisition addresses the growing IP video intercom market and strengthens Axis’ solution offering Axis acquires 2N, the number one company in IP intercom. The acquisition addresses the growing IP video intercom market and further strengthens Axis Communications’ solution offering. 2N is the number one player in the field of IP intercom, and also operates in other areas, for example IP audio and IP lift intercom. The company has well-established sales chann...

Axis and Nedap emphasise the need to uncouple software from hardware in order to respond faster to changes Both Axis and Nedap feel the importance of a scalable and flexible security solution for the end user. Daren Lang, Regional Manager Business Development Northern Europe at Axis Communications and Daryn Flynn, Business Development Manager UK at Nedap Security Management discuss how this can be achieved and emphasise the need to uncouple software from hardware in order to r...

When integrated with the C-CURE 9000 security and event management solution, Nedap's identification readers can identify vehicles and/or people from long-range distances Tyco Security Products introduces the integration of Nedap Identification Systems vehicle and driver identification technology with the C-CURE 9000 security and event management solution, part of Tyco Security Products’ complete physical access control solution.  Identification reader applicat...

The C•CURE 9000/SALTO solution is ideal for access control systems that require varying levels of security for interior and exterior access points Tyco Security Products announces the integration of its C-CURE 9000 security and event management system from Software House with SALTO offline locks for seamless access control of an entire building through a single user interface. Interior and exterior security The C-CURE 9000/SALTO solution is ideal for access control...

Indonesian government to deploy 6,000 security cameras in Jakarta which would spur the growth of the market Indonesia has remained one of the most promising markets for electronic security systems in Southeast Asian region. In overall Indonesian electronic security market, video surveillance systems have captured key share of the market pie. Rising security concerns, increasing government security spending, surging IT infrastructure and spending have led for the growth of vide...

Among the technologies on show is CLIQ, key-based access control with programmable cylinders and battery-powered keys ASSA ABLOY showcase additions to their core range of card- and key-based access control solutions at IFSEC 2016, in Hall 7, Stand E1100. Among the technologies on show is CLIQ, key-based access control with programmable cylinders and battery-powered keys. Hardware and software enhancements to Aperio and SMARTair wireless access control product lines are also e...

Aviation and Airports Security Seminar will be an essential event for those involved in public safety & security at airports and airlines The increasingly complex challenges of aviation and airport security will be the subject of a timely and highly informative seminar at CIVSEC 2016. The event, presented by aviation industry security experts, will highlight recent developments and future issues that are unique to the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. The moderator will be the C...

Available via a unified GUI, Total Security allows users to remotely manage more than 20 security tasks in real time, from anywhere on any Internet connected device Tyco Integrated Security (TycoIS), the leading security systems integrator, announced the availability of Total Security, a solution including access control, IP video surveillance and intrusion detection. Available via a unified graphical user interface (GUI), Total Security allows users to manage multiple securit...

HID’s Lumidigm authentication solutions win best use of biometrics at SMART Awards Asia 2016 HID Global, a provider of secure identity solutions, has won the Best Use of Biometrics in a Commercial Setting Award for its Lumidigm biometrics deployment in two of China’s leading theme parks in Guangzhou province. HID Global was recognised at this year’s SMART Awards Asia 2016, which honours organisations and individuals that have demonstrated unparalleled excelle...

The conference will be titled "The State of Security 2016" and will look at real world security issues in real time The Security Institute recently announced the launch of its 2016 Conference with a new format from its previous conferences. Introducing the changes, Andrew Nicholls, Deputy Chair of the Institute explains: "With past conferences we have always selected a theme and chosen speakers to deliver presentations that supported those themes. But the security situation is...

ASSA ABLOY Group brands will exhibit access control solutions specifically for glass openings At AIA 2016, ASSA ABLOY Group brands Securitron and Adams Rite will be exhibiting two access control solutions designed specifically for all glass openings. The Securitron R100 surface mounted wireless reader and Adams Rite RITE Touch digital door lock will be on display in ASSA ABLOY booth #2925 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, May 19th-21st, 2016. Solution for leading design...

The appointment signals further strengthening of Vicon’s US sales presence in response to strong demand for its security solutions Vicon Industries, Inc. (“Vicon”), trusted designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, continues to expand its U.S. sales presence with the addition of Coaxial Systems Associates (Coaxial), a manufacturers’ representative firm covering the state of Florida and the Caribbean. This additiona...

Harnessing the convenience of wireless communication, the Wireless Bridgesaves the installer material cost and valuable time ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, is pleased to announce the availability of its Wireless Bridge kit for ZKAccess RFID and Biometric door controllers. The kit provides customers the absolute fastest, easiest, least expensive way to install and manage their ZKAccess door access control systems. Wireless Bridge is a co...

Matrix COSEC was shortlisted for the award on various parameters like quality, features and design Matrix recently bagged the prestigious SECONA Shield award for its access control hardware solution – COSEC ARC. The award is given in recognition of excellence in the security and fire safety industry in India. Matrix COSEC was shortlisted for the award on various parameters like quality, features and design. SECONA is an independent security consultants' association estab...

HID Global's comprehensive “one card” solution enabled the university to migrate their existing card system HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that offerings from its broad portfolio have been chosen by George Mason University to upgrade its Mason ID card to a more secure and flexible, student ID system. Single ID for multiple applications and services HID Global Seos® smart cards,  multiCLASS SE® rea...