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Paul brings experience of strategic planning surrounding large and complicated projects Wessex Fire & Security has appointed Paul Joy as Major Works Installation Manager. The company, based in Shaftesbury, Dorset, is part of the Wessex Group and works across the south of the country. Paul's previous experience Paul Joy has previously run his own electrical contracting business and has also worked for some of the biggest names in the sector. The industry veteran who l...

LEGIC provides its Connect trusted service through an existing Kaba Saflok room key management solution Opening hotel rooms with smartphones became reality in Las Vegas. The Cromwell Las Vegas decided to use the combination of the LEGIC Connect trusted service, Kaba Mobile Access Solutions and Bluetooth Low Energy, allowing the hotel to send keys onto smartphones with the touch of a button. The Cromwell Las Vegas, operated by Caesars Entertainment, is now one of the first hot...

Mike brings wealth of experience in leading consumer-based, self-gen and door-to-door sales Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., recently announced that it has hired Michael S. Fredricks to fill the role of Vice President, Residential Field Sales. Fredricks will report to Jamie Haenggi, Protection 1’s Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer and will be based out of the company’s Chicago headquarters. &ldquo...

see bigger image The contract follows a pilot programme that allowed ESBT to ascertain benefits of LOCKEN’s access control solution ESB Telecoms (ESBT), a subsidiary of Ireland’s public electricity distribution company, has contracted LOCKEN to upgrade its access infrastructures. The contract, which covers the provision of 1,000 access systems for Global Systems for Mobile Communications (GSM) base stations at 450 locations throughout the country, follows a p...

TBS partner, United Systems, deployed 36 2D-Terminals increasing Dhofar Insurance’s efficiency and productivity Dhofar Insurance has 25 years of experience in delivering a wide range of insurance services in every region of the Sultanate of Oman. The company has a network of 45 offices, spreading from the major cities to the remotest areas. Dhofar Insurance was searching for a progressive Time & Attendance biometric solution that would allow employees to log-in in o...

Traka will show visitors how it’s key and asset management products can integrate with other softwares Traka, the key and asset management specialist, will be attending IFSEC 2015 on stand D1700. The company will be demonstrating its advanced capabilities that enable Traka to work seamlessly with most access control systems in the security industry. At the show, Traka will show visitors firsthand how its key and asset management products can integrate with software...

Smart+Guard series of call point protective covers will also be on display The new VIMPEX VAD23™ Range of EN 54-23 Visual Alarm Devices (VADs) will be the key focus on the company’s stand at this year’s Firex International. VIMPEX VAD23™ is an extremely versatile family of products; with devices for wall and ceiling mounting and models that combine either a traditional electronic sounder or a voice sounder with a low current EN 54-23 rated VAD. The...

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia (CCIS) will be represented at EAST by its ‘Forum for the Prevention of Card Fraud’ The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia (CCIS) has just joined the European ATM Security Team (EAST) as the National Member for Serbia. CCIS will be represented at EAST by its ‘Forum for the Prevention of Card Fraud’. While EAST is focussed on the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA), CCIS will participate as a non-SEPA me...

ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, is pleased to announce the release of its ML10 biometric fingerprint door lock. This Smart lock with embedded fingerprint recognition technology is easy to program and install, as no wiring is required. It’s a plug ‘n play replacement to your old “lock & key” door knob. Registering users with their fingerprints is also quick and easy. Each ML10 door lock can store and recognise up to 40 users. Nex...

MorphoWave biometric access solution captures and matches four fingerprints with a single wave of the hand MorphoWAVE from Safran Morpho took the top honour at the Security Industry Association's 2015 New Product Showcase (NPS), winning the coveted Best New Product Award at the NPS awards ceremony at ISC West on Wednesday. MorphoWave is the market's first biometric access solution featuring high-speed touchless fingerprint matching. MorphoWave captures and matches four finger...

Octavian will provide 10 certificated eLearning courses, offering winners chance to gain official certification Octavian Security, the leading UK security provider, has unveiled a competition to coincide with the launch of the newly accredited Octavian Training Academy, based at its headquarters in Nottingham. Coinciding with World Health & Safety Day on April 28th, Octavian will be giving away 10 certificated eLearning courses, which will offer winners the chance to...

Opening session witnessed range of impressive speakers who debated on threats from terrorist groups Mark Rowley, Head of Specialist Operations and Assistant Commissioner Metropolitan Police, delivered the opening address at the World Counter Terror Congress on the first day of Counter Terror Expo which runs from 21- 22 April at Olympia in London. According to Mr. Rowley, the security level that was raised to "Severe" in autumn 2014, will likely stay for some time. Nearly...

The company will also preview uTrust Message, a new mobile message security and privacy solution at the conference Identiv Inc. is attending RSA Conference for the first time to showcase its Internet of Things (IoT) security solutions and to preview uTrust Message, a new mobile message security and privacy solution using the Identiv Trust Service. "Everything is connecting and there is an urgent requirement to ensure this can be done safely and privately. We have chosen the p...

Zwipe biometric card named best product for user authentication, identification, credentialing and management During last week's ISC West tradeshow in Las Vegas, the Zwipe Access Card, which provides an on-card fingerprint scanner with 3D capacitive technology directly on a proximity or smart card, was named best product for user authentication, identification, credentialing and management at the Security Industry Association's 2015 New Product Showcase (NPS) ceremony. The bio...

ASSA ABLOY will feature Aperio wireless locking technology run on the new high speed V3 platform ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, will be showcasing integrated security and access control technology from its leading brands at IFSEC 2015. Recently named by Forbes as one of the world’s 100 most innovative companies, ASSA ABLOY will exhibit its unrivalled breadth of product choice on stand D1700 in Hall S17 at Excel, London, from 16-18 June. AS...

CTX has also become recognised as a forum for examining current terrorist threats & mitigation The seventh edition of Counter Terror Expo (CTX) will see over 300 exhibitors ranging from international companies to SMEs presenting their latest technologies and equipment for the law enforcement and security sectors. Visitors from over 100 countries are expected to attend the event which is being staged at Olympia, London from 21-22 April 2015.  In addition to s...

Interpol World 2015 showcased the latest developments and technologies from 258 companies globally The inaugural INTERPOL World 2015 saw 7,807 government leaders, together with representatives of international organisations and researchers converge to discuss strategies to develop safer and more secure cities. A global platform to develop security solutions for the rapidly urbanising world, INTERPOL World concluded yesterday with potential and new partnerships forged and a...

Idesco will offer the latest access control, video surveillance and ID card solutions to property managers Idesco Corp., a leading New York-based security systems integrator, today announced it will be exhibiting at the BuildingsNY show at the Javits Convention Center on April 28th and 29th. Idesco will be at booth #106 to offer the latest access control, video surveillance and ID card solutions to property managers and building owners. Video surveillance and access control s...

Alex Walthers was promoted to business development manager for the ADP Program Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, recently announced further expansion of its North America Business Development group to include more focus on partnerships, solutions and professional services. “Axis has always been a long-term company and this further expansion to better serve our partner ecosystem is continued proof of that commitment. We view our leadership position...

Senator Johnson is an exciting and timely addition as keynote speaker to the SIA Government Summit The Security Industry Association (SIA) announced recently that Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., chair of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, will serve as keynote speaker for the SIA Government Summit. “As chairman of the Senate homeland security committee, Senator Ron Johnson has keen insights and intimate knowledge of congressional homeland securit...

The solution from Bosch comprises fire & voice evacuation systems, video surveillance, access control, & intrusion detection Bosch Security Systems was chosen as the central supplier for the security systems at Marmara Park Shopping Centre in Istanbul, one of the largest of its kind in Turkey. The shopping centre is completely designed in a galaxy-theme. Space-related lighting, planet models and a theme park for visitors form the individual identity of the shopping cen...

The council bases its awards upon a nominee’s exhibited leadership in the security industry Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announced recently that Irene Lam, Vice President of R&D and Engineering for Tyco Security Products, has been recognised as a winner of the 2015 Women of the Year award by the Women’s Security Council, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to ensuring the pro...

 HID Mobile Access solution works with the industry’s broadest range of iOS- and Android-based smartphones HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that the Security Industry Association (SIA) has selected its HID Mobile Access solution as the winner of the New Product Showcase competition in the Access Control category. SIA awards recognise the year’s most innovative products, services and solutions in the industry....

Access control solution alongside & class change systems have been installed St Margaret’s was founded in 1749 and owned by the Clergy Orphan Corporation until 1996 when it became a fully independent school for girls, aged 4 – 18. Today, the school is the UK’s longest running girl’s boarding school and one of the oldest independent girls’ schools in the UK and the oldest in Hertfordshire. Integrated access control solution installed Wor...

Quintron Systems, Inc., the recognised leader in advanced interoperable voice systems and physical access control/intrusion detection systems, recently announced that they have received FICAM approval for their AccessNsite access control security system, which therefore now resides on the GSA Approved Products List (APL). “Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) standards within the Federal Government continue to be a significant focus for our system’s development,”...

Gallagher named Gold winner in the access control devices/ peripherals division for its T20 Terminal with Alarms Gallagher is continuing its winning ways as another success for the global security technology leader was announced recently at the ISC West Expo, Las Vegas, Nevada. Gallagher has been named a Gold winner in the access control devices/ peripherals division of the 2015 Govies award for its T20 Terminal with Alarms. Released in March 2015, Gallagher's latest edition t...

The company demonstrates HID Trusted Tag services for secure IoT applications using NFC technology HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, is driving innovation and technology expertise with solutions that open new market opportunities at this week’s RFID Journal Live! The company will feature demonstrations of HID Trusted Tag® Services for secure Internet of Things applications using NFC technology, and its new LinTag™ UHF industrial...

The new section will consist of companies involved in manufacture, supply & installation of solutions The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has announced the creation of two new sections of membership, which aim to better align BSIA activity with recent developments within the wider security marketplace. Resulting from the merger of the Access Control and Property and Asset Protection Sections, the new Access and Asset Protection Section will consist of com...

The event will be organised around 3 days of educational sessions, keynote speakers, trade exhibition and more ASIS International, the global organisation for security professionals, has announced that it will hold its 15th European Security Conference and Exhibition on 6-8 April 2016 in London. ASIS Europe 2016 - A unique business security summit The ASIS 15th European Security Conference and Exhibition (or ASIS Europe 2016) is a unique business security summit that is expe...

INTERPOL World provides a unique opportunity to mobilise countries, international and regional organisations Fostering innovation to meet global security challenges is the focus of the first INTERPOL World forum which opened recently in Singapore. Comprising an Expo and a Congress, the three-day (14-16 April) INTERPOL World 2015 aims to create a platform for the security industry, law enforcement and government agencies to develop closer partnerships and innovative security i...