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Videx Security's new PABX 275 interface brings a new level of functionality to a Videx door entry intercom panel. It allows the intercom to be connected to an existing PABX analogue telephone switchboard. By integrating with the phone system, those using the intercom to request access can be answered on existing telephones throughout the building. This is a very useful and flexible feature for premises such as commercial offices, doctor’s surgeries, nurseries, small schools and libraries....

ASSA ABLOY has compiled research to illustrate benefits of wireless versus magnetic locks ASSA ABLOY Access Control has launched a new discussion paper illustrating the key cost savings with wireless battery powered access control. ASSA ABLOY Access Control, responsible for industry leading innovations such as Aperio™ technology, has compiled the research based on a typical case study of student accommodation, to illustrate the sustainable benefits of wireless locks ver...

NFC Forum certification enables manufacturers to establish that their products conform to NFC specifications COMPRION’s UT³ Platform has recently been approved by the NFC Forum for Digital Protocol Functional Testing and is now listed on their website in the Approved Test Tool section. After a rigorous validation procedure the solution can be used by manufacturers for NFC Forum conformance testing as well as by authorised laboratories for certification testing of NF...

The infographic combines results from its survey with published data on security breaches and associated costs HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently released an infographic illustrating the results of a survey it conducted on physical access control. The survey of 600 respondents revealed enterprise end users’ perceptions about change and the importance of industry best practices, and how well today’s technology and policy best...

The agreement will allow Ness Corp to offer a full range of DVRs such as the new SD Range, SD Excel and the Eco CCTV specialist Dedicated Micros, part of AD Holdings Limited, announces the appointment of Ness Corporation as a key distribution partner for its industry leading products across Australia. The agreement will allow Ness Corporation, from April 2014, to offer its customers a full range of DM distribution products including Digital Video Recorders (DVRs) such as the...

Identiv’s uTrust TS readers support proximity, smart cards and public key infrastructure Identiv recently unveiled its uTrust TS Readers product line. uTrust TS Readers are revolutionary new building access control readers that support all major credentials in a single reader format, while offering strong identity verification, scalable migration and interoperability based upon secure open standards. uTrust TS Readers are the first readers that let customers easily migra...

Infosecurity Europe celebrates the achievements of internationally recognised Information Security practitioners SANS Institute announces that SANS Fellow, Cyber Defense curriculum lead and course author Dr. Eric Cole is to be honoured with induction into the Infosecurity Europe Hall of Fame at Infosecurity Europe 2014. The Infosecurity Europe Hall of Fame celebrates the achievements of internationally recognised Information Security practitioners and advocates. Previous indu...

The Expo will feature a range of the most advanced up-armouring, upgrade and retro-fit options and accessories From the protection of individuals – whether VIPs or NGO personnel – to SWAT operations, armoured vehicles have a key role to play in the defence against terrorism. The nature of the threat is constantly evolving, however, and so too are the requirements placed on the manufacturers of armoured vehicles. At Counter Terror Expo 2014, visitors will be able to...

Security Essen will promote the appearances of young innovative companies from Germany Security Essen started in 1974 with 105 exhibitors. This year, well over 1,000 companies from around 40 nations will present their products and services. Since the beginning the world's premier fair for security and fire protection technology has been the sectoral showcase for innovations. On September 23 - 26 too, a large number of companies will introduce their innovations to the trade pub...

SSAIB’s Manned Services Scheme Manager will be at Counter Terror Expo to discuss a range of topics SSAIB, the UK’s leading certification body for organisations – which celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2014 – will be returning to Counter Terror Expo on stand M40 for this year’s show, following its successful appearances at the event in 2011, 2012 and 2013. There are now over 1500 SSAIB-registered firms, including companies providing electron...

PLAI specification streamlines and standardises the management of physical and logical identities Cost effective, automated synchronisation of physical and logical identities, privileges and credentials took a major step toward becoming an industry standard today, with the Physical Security Interoperability Association (PSIA) releasing a draft proposal of its Physical-Logical Access Interoperability (PLAI) specification. "We're excited about the potential the PLAI specificati...

The R100 surface mounted wireless reader significantly extends the reach and application of access control Securitron, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is bringing access control to new applications with its new R100 Surface Mounted Wireless Reader with Aperio® technology. The R100 was awarded ‘Best in Access Control Products Wireless’ from the Security Industry Association’s 2014 New Product Showcase. Capable of mounting directly on glass, stone, granite or...

HID Global will also showcase Vigo-based LogiTag 121 based on its Vigo HF technology HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it will showcase its Identification Technologies division’s broad portfolio of radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions in Booth #116 at RFID Journal Live! Included will be tags with its new Vigo™ HF technology, the first ISO 15693 chips assembled with HID Global direct bonding technology....

Start anticipating some exciting enhancements coming to 8 CD 2.0 reader security and functionality in a few months. The first new major security feature to be supported is called Random UID. Random UID enables 8 CD 2.0 readers to successfully interrogate and recognise transponders configured with random, changing UIDs, designed specifically to thwart cloning and hacking efforts. Another powerful enhancement enables 8 CD 2.0 to recognise either 4 or 7 byte UIDs – or both.  This is...

Sjouwerman emphasises the importance of educating employees to recognise potential network security threats Security is harder to maintain than it was a year ago according to a study done by KnowBe4, a US based security awareness company. Ransomware (CryptoLocker or CryptoDefense), rapid technology advances and adoption of BYOD create a greater challenge for businesses to stay abreast of the numerous internal and external threats that safeguard their systems and networks. Acco...

 The Apprentice Installer Awards recognise emerging talent within the security sector Security companies are being encouraged to submit nominations for this year’s British Security Industry Association Apprentice Installer Awards ahead of the final deadline of Friday 11th April. Open to second and third year apprentice installers from across the security industry, the Apprentice Installer Awards recognise emerging talent within the sector and will be presented in a...

AMAG Technology's Symmetry SR-2000 Controller delivers proven access control technology AMAG Technology, the world’s most widely installed and trusted access control and integrated security solution developer, announces the release of the Symmetry™ SR-2000 Controller. The Symmetry SR-2000 Controller is a four door control panel that delivers proven access control technology and is designed for new and retrofit security applications.   The Symmetry SR-2000 joi...

Alan has held a number of management roles during his 30 years in the security industry SALTO Systems welcomes Alan Horrobin who joins the company as a new Area Manager for the Northern Region, reporting to Ramesh Gurdev. Alan has been in the security industry for over 30 years and has a wealth of experience spanning many different disciplines. He has held a number of management roles ranging from Vertical Markets Manager to UK Sales Manager to Country Manager. He will now be...

ASSA ABLOY was recently named by Forbes as one of the world’s 100 most innovative companies ASSA ABLOY, the largest global supplier of intelligent lock and security solutions, responsible for one in every 10 lock and security installations worldwide, is focusing on innovation on Stand D1700 in Hall S17 at IFSEC 2014 (Excel, London, UK from 17-19 June, 2014.) Recently named by Forbes as one of the world’s 100 most innovative companies, ASSA ABLOY will showcase new...

The 5K/2K takes place at 7:30AM, with Awards Ceremony to follow at 5:15 PM at Sands Expo and Convention Center Mission 500 marks the 5th anniversary of the Security 5K/2K run/walk, a cornerstone of Mission 500’s fundraising efforts at ISC West 2014. The event is a collaboration between organising sponsors United Publications, publishers of Security Systems News and Security Director News; Reed Exhibitions; and Mission 500. Core sponsors of the 2014 Mission 500 5K/2K ar...

The agreement builds on the relationship initiated by their NFC technology license agreement in 2011 INSIDE Secure, a leader in embedded security solutions for mobile and connected devices, recently announces it intends to enter into a new agreement with the Intel Corporation, building on the relationship initiated by their NFC technology license agreement in 2011. Under the terms of the contemplated agreement, INSIDE Secure would: extend the current worldwide, perpetu...

The event will attract approximately 2000 young players from across the UK Bournemouth Rugby Football Club’s Academy will be holding its annual Youth Rugby Tournament on Saturday 5th April, with the rugby balls sponsored by Poole-based integrated security solutions manufacturer. The event will attract approximately 2000 young players from across the UK to compete against each other in a tournament competition. Adam Norris, the recently appointed Director of UK Sales at...

Pacom Unison is an open, product-agnostic security management platform  Pacom Systems recently announced the launch of Pacom Unison (‘Unison’) into the American market at ISC West 2014 in Las Vegas, NV. Unison is an open, product-agnostic security management platform designed for campus organisations. It integrates access control, intrusion detection, video, fire and intercom into a single intuitive user interface – making it suitable for...

Users can activate and "wake up" the SmartCode Touch with the touch of a fingertip Kwikset, the leader in residential security, has expanded its line of residential access solutions by introducing a touchscreen version of the company's highly popular SmartCode™ 914 deadbolt lock. The SmartCode Touch provides all of the features of SmartCode, including keyless entry combined with the added convenience and enhanced aesthetics of a capacitive touchscreen. Users can activat...

The conference will be showcasing the latest technologies and services from international cyber-security businesses From the recent cyber-attacks on several of NATO’s public websites to the recent cyber-thefts from a number of major US retailers, cyber-security is rarely out of the news. Indeed, it has become one of the key areas of interest in the counter-terrorism and security arena – and for a number of good reasons. As the internet and associated technologies...

The Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher Touch enables security management to easily notify a user via email This week at ISC West, Morse Watchmans is demonstrating a variety of offerings that highlight their industry leading key control technology. Used in applications ranging from schools to museums to casinos and from hospitals to correctional facilities, Morse Watchmans key control and management solutions help improve operational security by providing comprehensive safeguarding and...

Urmet, the UK’s leading door-entry and access control manufacturer, introduces its easy-to-use access control solution that operates via GSM.  The intercom units, which are available with Urmet’s award-winning S-Steel panel, use a SIM card for communication and access control. When activated, a call is established to a pre-designated number – either a landline or a mobile telephone – creating a line of communication and giving the user the ability to open up to two a...

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that its Identification Technologies division is introducing two miniaturised high frequency transponders to its Glass Tag family of radio frequency identification (RFID) tags. Each tiny Glass Tag Vigo™ HF (13.56 MHz) bio-glass cylinder measures approximately 0.1 inch in diameter (2 mm to 3 mm), and just one-half inch long (12 mm to 13 mm), and provides 1,664 bit user memory capacities. Glass Tag Vigo uni...

The new electromagnetic locks offer smart features in a slim configuration and deliver fail-safe operation Dortronics Systems recently introduced two new electromagnetic locks for use with a variety of door and frame types at ISC West (booth #1037). The 1107xD maglock and the 1107xEDR delayed egress actuating maglock offer smart features in a slim configuration and at a competitive price. Both units deliver fail-safe operation, releasing instantly upon command or loss of power...

The exterior grade switches are constructed are for use in even the most unforgiving environments Dortronics Systems is unveiling its new line of WR5276 heavy duty push button switches this week at ISC West (booth #1037). The exterior grade switches are constructed of brushed stainless steel for use in even the most unforgiving environments and are rated to a sealing degree of IP65. “The addition of the WR5276 Series is a natural extension of our push button control...