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The 700 heavy-duty doors are fire, acoustic and blast-rated The owner and developer of Canary Wharf, one of London’s most iconic business districts, purchased more than 700 steel door sets from ASSA ABLOY Security Doors for its 23-storey office building at 25 Churchill Place. Previously derelict docklands, London’s Canary Wharf is now 15 million square feet of prime office, retail and leisure space, thanks to the efforts of property development, investment and m...

RISCO Group, a leading provider of integrated security solutions, has launched the Agility 3 wireless security solution for residential and small commercial installations. Agility 3, the new offering from RISCO's flagship wireless Agility system elegantly combines state-of-the-art visual verification with a Smartphone app, in addition to providing advanced wireless security and safety features. Agility 3 is powered by eyeWave, a wireless PIR detector with integrated camera. Agility 3 communicat...

Genetec™, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, recently announced the general availability of the Synergis Master Controller (SMC), an intelligent IP door controller designed to secure any organization’s facilities and buildings. Addressing longstanding customer demand for non-proprietary access control solutions, the SMC is a controller that allows users to modernize their security operations, migrate to an...

Nedap's AEOS offers on-line and off-line access control that can be controlled by means of a smart card Deployment of smart campus cards is an important topic in the educational business. Bringing together functionalities such as attendance recording and monitoring, cashless catering and campus access control has so many benefits that more and more HEIs and FEIs are implementing smart technologies to their campus sites. However, integration of these three important application...

The deployment of the TETRA infrastructure across the island will be concluded within a timeframe of three years The Taiwanese telecommunications company Chunghwa Telecom, as the prime contractor, awarded Cassidian the contract to deploy an island-wide TETRA network in Taiwan for the Ministry of National Defense of the Republic of China (ROC). Cassidian will deliver the network and terminals via its local value-added reseller (VAR) Highpull Technology Co., Ltd. The deployment...

The extensive list of security hardware supported by the Axxon Intellect Enterprise PSIM platform has grown to include Intrepid II new-generation perimeter security systems made by Southwest Microwave, Inc. Combining Intellect software with Intrepid II provides in-depth protection from intruders for sites of all sizes and complexities. Intellect-based solutions combine with the MicroPoint™ II perimeter fence protection system and MicroTrack™ II buried cable intrusion sensors. The f...

Merrill Lynch is one of the world's leading financial management and advisory companies with offices in 38 countries and territories. With its headquarters in New York City, the financial capital of the world, and subsidiaries and affiliates located globally, the company services client assets that total approximately $1.7 trillion. Driven to meet the special needs of its international as well as individual clients, Merrill Lynch adopts innovative technologies and leverages operations that are b...

The 18th Card & Payment Asia presents the latest digital security, technologies, payment cards The rise of mobile, contactless technology, tighter regulations and emerging payment platforms are driving a revolution. Compounding this change is the increased competition from new entrants such as retailers, telecommunications and non-banks into the payments landscape. The need to be prepared for the future by investing in innovative technology and developing processes to serv...

Richard intends to build closer partnerships with the Police to develop new ways to make cash more secure Banknote Watch, the crime reduction partnership aimed at reducing the profits of cash-in-transit and ATM crime, has appointed a new Chairman following a lengthy selection process. Richard Childs QPM BSc FSyI joined Banknote Watch at the end of 2012, bringing with him a wealth of experience from both public and private sectors. Currently Managing Director of ACPO CPI &ndas...

ASSA ABLOY demonstrates its mobile access solutions at Pod 1 of the NFC Experiencing Center ASSA ABLOY and its Group companies will showcase its NFC-compatible locks, secure digital keys and identity credentials for mobile access at GSMA Mobile World Congress, the world’s premier mobile industry event, which takes place in Barcelona from 25–28 February. Event organiser the GSM Association (GSMA) has invited ASSA ABLOY to participate in the NFC Experience, which wi...

Nortech is set to release the latest version (v 2.7) of its well-received access control software, NorPass3 later this month.  A major update included in the latest Version is the ‘Accommodation’ feature. The feature has been specifically developed to cater for lodging applications such as student accommodation, hostels, hotels and social housing, and for sites with complex access level issues. Developed in response to requests from Nortech installers, the ‘Accommodation...

One Card project allows students and staffs access to buildings and services throughout the campus Grosvenor Technology’s JANUS Enterprise access control system is at the heart of the University of Salford’s new One Card project, which allows students and staff access to a wide range of buildings and services throughout the campus. The University has used JANUS in its original campus buildings for over 8 years, with 300+ card readers providing site-wide access cont...

Mayflex the Converged IP Solutions distributor, is pleased to announce that  Paxton, the UK market leading manufacturer of electronic access control, is launching the free IP Access Control Bootcamp, to get infrastructure installers started in the security market. Mayflex is working closely with Paxton to encourage their established channel of infrastructure installers to take a look at the access control proposition from Paxton, which could easily complement their core infrastructure acti...

Cognitec Systems has released the highly advanced version of FaceVACS-VideoScan, the first video screening and analysis technology to support security personnel, marketing departments, and operations management. The application now employs anonymous face recognition technology to analyse the count, flow and demographics of people visible in video streams while protecting privacy and data security. Surpassing traditional video surveillance systems, FaceVACS-VideoScan detects people’s faces...

When Videx Security developed the eighth edition of their renowned Product Builder CD, they made sure that it included many new features not available in any other software of its type.  The result is that Product Builder 8 is now the definitive method for any distributor or installer looking to create both door entry and access control systems in any format, from the simplest to the most complicated. The user can now create a professional, detailed estimate from just one program. This will...

The WL-WE is a water leak sensor that will transmit an alarm when detecting rising water levels. In line with the growing range of Enforcer products the WL-WE ticks off another box in providing holistic security and protection for families, businesses and property. The WL-WE comes complete with the advanced features of the Enforcer two way wireless which include the innovative Signal Strength Indicator (SSI), and the unique one-push-to-learn feature which enables installation times to be signif...

Quantum Secure recently announced the release of its software suite - SAFE for Aviation version 4.5 - an airport physical identity and access management solution that streamlines the complete lifecycle of physical identities (from on-boarding to terminations) and automates related processes. SAFE for Aviation comes with pre-defined policies, workflows and procedures for issuing badge credentials, granting/revoking access to airport facilities while simplifying adherence to TSA and FAA regulation...

HID will demonstrate its best-in-class suite of technologies, products, solutions and services HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that it will showcase the industry’s only end-to-end solution portfolio designed to protect organisations against unauthorised access to everything from the cloud, to the data, to the door at this year’s RSA Conference in San Francisco. The company will also unveil its new turnkey and ver...

James Whybrow, Director of VidSys will detail how PSIM software can address the security needs VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced details of its participation at ASIS Middle East 2013, taking place February 17-19 in Dubai.  Who: James Whybrow, director, EMEA, VidSys  What: Senior security industry decision makers from across the Middle East will have the opportunity to experience a hands-on Vid...

CNL reviews the technology to deter crime through improved situational awareness CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, will present “Safer Cities Through Improved Situational Awareness” and “Information Management for Physical Security”, at the ASIS 4th Middle East Security Conference & Exhibition between February 17-19, 2013 in Dubai, UAE. Set at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City, under th...

7 million tons of lime are needed in Germany each year and approximately 25 % of this demand is met by Europe’s largest lime plant in Wülfrath. This is where Rheinkalk GmbH, a member of the Belgian Lhoist Group, quarry some 8 million tons of limestone in their Flandersbach plant each year and use it to produce 1.8 million tons of burned and more than 3 million tons of unburned lime products. The plant’s biggest customer is the German steel industry, which buys around 50 % of the...

TDSi offers a wide range of integrated security and access control system Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi is firmly backing British manufacturing by producing its key products in the UK. The company develops, designs and manufactures its access control hardware and software in the UK, reflecting its commitment to, and firm belief in the UK as a centre of security solutions excellence. TDSi’s Managing Director, John Davies, commented, “As a company...

The ASSA dp master-key system was perfect for this type of building ASSA ABLOY Hong Kong Ltd. has delivered the ASSA dp master-key system to Hong Kong’s newest crowning glory: a brand-new, ultra-modern hospital opening in a few months. Hong Kong’s government decided in 2009 to build a hospital in the city of Tung Chung to meet the needs of the growing local population. Today, three years later, construction is almost complete. The new North Lantau Hospital is seve...

To integrate its security, access control and fire safety systems and provide the most rapid of response times, leading producer of spray finishing technology, Finishing Brands UK Ltd is using TDSi’s controllers and EXgarde PRO software, installed by security expert Onetec. Finishing Brands UK Ltd, based in Bournemouth, Dorset, is using the powerful integration ability of TDSi’s EXgarde Pro software and highly reliable and user-friendly eXcel 4 access controllers to provide a secure...

Over 1200 smart card readers were installed to secure airside, landside doors with AC200 video interface CEM Systems, part of Tyco Security Products, is pleased to announce their aviation-renowned AC2000 security management system has been successfully installed at the new Concourse 3 Terminal 3 in Dubai International Airport. The system was delivered by CEM business partners in UAE, Tyco Fire & Security UAE LLC and was chosen to ensure the highest level of security. Conc...

HID Global's projections include visitor management , secure credential issuance, and RFID tagging HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently released its projections for the top secure identity trends of 2013. The predictions span a broad range of market segments including physical access control, logical access control, and mobile access control using NFC-enabled smartphones. Other market segments covered in the company’s projections include...

ARGYLL, the UK’s leading provider of safeguarding services, recently announced the launch of Companion, one of a new range of personal safety applications for Smartphones. The app, which is the first of its kind on the market, converts compatible smartphones into a fully functioning personal safety solution with a dedicated SOS button. Companion is complemented by SmartClip, a body worn clip-on accessory that looks like a simple hands-free or MP3 device but is in actual fact a discreet S...

Freddie Jones has track record for leading and developing a variety of technology businesses Ingenia Technology, specialists in anti-counterfeiting technology, has appointed a new managing director. Freddie Jones, who has a proven track record for leading and developing a variety of technology businesses from start-ups to internationals, will bring added expertise to Ingenia’s senior team as the company aims to streamline both product and business development to maximise...

Founded in 1926, Mercyhurst College, named one of the “Best Colleges” by U.S. News & World Report and The Princeton Review, is a leading liberal arts college. Located in Erie, Pennsylvania, Mercyhurst’s 75-acre main campus has 50 buildings and supports over 3,500 students, faculty and staff. In 1991, the college purchased a 100-year-old seminary for a second campus called Mercyhurst North East. At that site, nestled in the bluffs just west of the New York state line, 700 st...

Magal's new cyber security solutions will monitor. detect and protect against abnormal network activity Magal Security Systems Ltd. announced that it is expanding its business proposition with integrated physical-cyber protection solutions. As part of this strategy Magal acquires WebSilicon - an Israeli-based leading company in the rapidly growing network management and monitoring markets. Magal’s new cyber security solutions will monitor, detect and protect against ab...