Access control systems & kits News

Idesco recently exhibited at SecurityUser Expo in Copenhagen Idesco were delighted to participate in Copenhagen's SecurityUser Expo, last week. Their exhibition tour continues this autumn with the SECTECH exhibition in Stockholm from October 22nd to 23rd. They hope to see you there, as well. New product launches Among their versatile product line shown last week they introduced three new products: Idesco EPC Mini: Elegant doorframe profile reader for passive UHF hand...

Identive’s ability to operate as a united, focused company is strengthened with the appointments approved by its Board Identive Group, Inc. announces Steven Humphreys as its new Chairman of the Board and the promotion of Lawrence W. Midland to President and Dr. Manfred Mueller to Chief Operating Officer of the company. All appointments are effective immediately. “Identive’s ability to operate as a united, focused company is strengthened with the appointm...

The new infographic from the leading supplier of intelligent asset management solutions and includes latest statistics highlighting schools as the number one target for mobile device theft. Traka also cites latest research into laptop theft alongside the consequences for schools including regulatory fines, increased insurance premiums and £500,000 penalties. The infographic investigates asset management where sources suggest 65% of staff have not been given training on how to protect the...

Traka has appointed 16 new resellers in 2013 including 10 in Europe and five in Asia Traka plc, a leading developer of intelligent key and asset management solutions around the world, has appointed 16 new resellers in 2013 including 10 in Europe and five in Asia. These new channels join a network of 40 global resellers spanning countries such as Hong Kong, Turkey, Colombia and Poland. 2013 has seen the highest rate of reseller appointments for the company so far as a direct r...

The interactive center showcases fully installed, working STANLEY Security products and key vendor partner products WHAT: Continuing to distinguish itself within the security industry, STANLEY Security announces the opening of its Discovery Center in Indianapolis, IN. The completely interactive center showcases fully installed, working STANLEY Security products and key vendor partner products in action – from the essentials to state-of-the-art solutions. WHO: STANLEY Se...

R100 wirelessly transmits credentials for request to entry in real time and uses a convenient, single-card system Recently at ASIS 2013, Securitron, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is presenting its new R100 Surface Mounted Wireless Reader with Aperio® technology. Capable of mounting on glass, stone, granite or marble entryways, the R100 significantly extends the reach and application of access control, when paired with a variety of hard-wired electromagnetic or electric lock...

The new Interlogix Advisor™ system will provide the Taylor family with peace of mind An Iraq war veteran and his family will soon move into a fully remodelled home, complete with a robust Interlogix security system, as part of Lifetime Television’s nationally televised Designing Spaces home improvement show. Interlogix is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. The three-episode "Project Homeward Bound" series, which beg...

6000 Series is designed to provide intelligent, superior door control for high-usage, heavy-duty applications At ASIS 2013 Norton Door Controls, an ASSA ABLOY Group company will showcase the 6000 Series Low Energy Operator, the newest addition to its PowerMatic® family of operators. The 6000 Series is designed to provide intelligent, superior door control for high-usage, heavy-duty applications. The 6000 Series Operator combines intelligent door control with reliable, ene...

Leading the new products being introduced at ASIS is Galaxy’s System Galaxy Software (v.10.3) Galaxy Control Systems, a leading manufacturer of integrated access control, video and security solutions, is presenting their comprehensive line of innovative solutions at this year’s ASIS show. Featured introductions include new Systems Galaxy Software and a new dual serial interface that deliver innovative features and integration for new and legacy access control s...

Galaxy's Dual Serial Interface (DSI) is engineered to improve third party integration, enhancing user convenience Galaxy Control Systems, a leading manufacturer of integrated access control, video and security solutions, is introducing a new dual serial interface for their 635 Series Controller at ASIS (booth #1591) this year. The 635 Dual Serial Interface (DSI) is engineered to improve third party integration, enhancing user convenience and ensuring interoperability with...

The AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller comes with built-in web-based software Axis Communications enters the physical access control market by introducing a network door controller with built-in web-based software. AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller is a complement to Axis’ existing portfolio of innovative network video products and creates unique integration possibilities for partners and end users. AXIS Entry Manager with focus on ease of-use and intuitive access mana...

Lumidigm recently announced that Invixium’s new IXM SENSE access control reader delivers an unparalleled end user experience by combining multispectral fingerprint imaging technology supplied by Lumidigm coupled with Invixium’s sophisticated matching algorithm which delivers 10,000 matches per second. It is the industry’s first biometric product using Android OS (Jelly Bean) and an integrated presence detection sensor. IXM SENSE also boasts an IP65 rating, power over ethernet (...

Glassgate 300 offers high security with barriers up to five feet high Smarter Security, provider of premium, innovative entrance control and outdoor security solutions, recently announced the availability of Fastlane® Glassgate 300. Among barrier turnstiles, Glassgate 300 pushes the design edge with an unprecedented openness but also offers high security with barriers up to five feet high. The IP-enabled optical turnstile will make its debut in booth no. 1705 at ASIS Inter...

Stanley Solutions' Zeus and NT500 Access Control has increased NFT's efficiency Stanley Security Solutions has completed the installation of comprehensive security and Time & Attendance (T&A) systems for a leading chilled food distribution company, helping to improve their efficiency.Established for over 30 years, NFT is the market leader in chilled, time-critical food and drink logistics serving major manufacturers, importers and leading grocery multiple retailers.&nb...

Dr Steven Fawkes and Jeremy Towler will be the keynote speakers at Smart Building Conference 2013 in London The Smart Building Conference 2013, to be held at Dexter House, London, on Tuesday 15 October, will be keynoted by two of British industry’s most renowned authorities on energy efficiency and building systems, the organisers announced recently. The first keynote will be delivered by Dr Steven Fawkes, Chairman of Day One Energy Solutions and author of the &lsqu...

SMC is a key component of the Genetec Synergis IP access control system Genetec™, a global leader in unified IP security systems and 2013 Access Control Product of the Year winner in the UK, will demonstrate new features of its upcoming Synergis Master Controller (SMC) v.2.1 release for the first time at ASIS 2013 (Booth # 1914).  The SMC, a key component of the Genetec Synergis IP access control system, is an intelligent door controller designed to secure the facil...

SST designed and built a multi-layered defence security platform including PSIM and vehicle air locks for the data centre Security Systems Technology Ltd (SST), have been awarded a multimillion pound contract to design, build and commission a physical and logical IP security platform at "Central Exchange", a new 110,000 sq ft data centre in Birmingham. The client, Data City Exchange (dce), wanted a managed security environment that will create a multi-layered and integrat...

ASSA ABLOY's Aperio range of products will be showcased at the event ASSA ABLOY Access Control together with Gallagher Security will be presenting an integrated approach to access control at Higher Education Expo. Held at London Olympia on 17th October 2013, ASSA ABLOY Access Control and Gallagher are on stand 41, showing the latest integrated access control systems and innovative new product releases. On display will be the revolutionary Aperio wireless locking solution, w...

DRS Technologies, Inc., a Finmeccanica Company an experienced leader in border security technology, announced significant upgrades to its popular RedRock Integrated Geolocation system with the addition of high-speed frequency scanning and multiple target acquisition features. The enhancements boost performance in the field when identifying targets that are using radio frequency signals. With high-speed scanning, users are able to identify multiple targets offering a more rapid situational asse...

The platform enables remote control and real-time monitoring of the devices located in all 100+ branches Aurum is one of the largest luxury jewellery chains in the UK, offering prestigious jewellery brands including Watches of Switzerland, Mappin & Webb and Goldsmiths. The chain operates 100+ stores throughout the UK. The challenge Aurum’s jewellery stores had experienced an increase in robberies during opening hours, which led to substantial losses. To combat...

WRG chose RISCO Group’s ProSYS as the solution that met all requirements Waste Recycling Group (WRG), a leading waste management services company in the UK, is part of the FCC international environmental services, infrastructure and energy group, which operates in Europe, South America and the United States. Each year WRG recycles and disposes of millions of tons of household, commercial and industrial waste. The challenge WRG operates facilities for the reception, rec...

Securing the future AEOS was chosen as Delhaize’s new security platform. Of all the systems reviewed, AEOS had the best qualifications with regards to security performance, system expansion and future growth. Delhaize is continually investing in their buildings and locations in Belgium and abroad, so they need a system that will grow with them. That’s where AEOS comes in: its ease of use and flexibility will help Delhaize grow their security over time, reducing system management iss...

Bernhard Sommer took over the top management position at SimonsVoss Technologies on 1st September Bernhard Sommer took over as Chairman of the Management Board at SimonsVoss Technologies GmbH on 1st September. A much-valued expert and well known on the market, Sommer took over the top management position at SimonsVoss Technologies. This 49-year-old engineer and business graduate successfully managed Somfy GmbH over the last few years and is strongly identified with the succes...

All keys and electronic cards are tagged with Traka’s management systems Management systems from Traka are being used by BT to track keys at its £90m flagship International Data Centre in Cardiff Bay, Wales. Operations at the centre are supported by stringent security measures which ensure access to and within the building is controlled and restricted to authorised personnel whose use of site keys can be seen with clear audit trail capability. Occupied by 250 sta...

In the 1980's Preferred developed a Cartell system that integrated directly with any security system Preferred Technologies Group introduced Cartell driveway alarms in 1975, offering home owners a stand-alone system that would alert them when vehicles enter the driveway. Cartell did this by turning on lights, cameras and audible devices. It was the first vehicle detection product introduced to the industry based on magnetometer technology. In the early 1980’s, Preferred...

KESO has opted for LEGIC's 4000 reader series LEGIC Identsystems Ltd has gained another important license partner with ASSA ABLOY (Switzerland) Ltd. To develop new contactless locking systems, KESO has opted for LEGIC’s 4000 reader series. "To develop contactless door locks, we are using LEGIC's outstanding technology", said Rageth Kieni, Head of Product Management at ASSA ABLOY (Switzerland) Ltd., formerly KESO Ltd. "The flexibility of the LEGIC reader module is also i...

Hart previously served as executive vice president of Identive’s Identity Management and Cloud Solutions division Identive Group, Inc., a provider of solutions and services for the identification, security and RFID industries, announced that its board of directors has appointed Jason Hart as chief executive officer and director, effective immediately. Hart replaces Ayman S. Ashour, who has resigned his executive role but will remain on the board of directors as non-execu...

Traka’s solutions can help companies stay compliant with health and safety standard and operate more efficiently Traka is delighted to announce that it has been shortlisted for the Innovation of the Year Award at this year’s SHP IOSH Awards. Traka, a leading worldwide specialist in key and asset management solutions, manufactures systems that allow you to control and audit who has access to your valuable keys, fork trucks and machinery enabling you to implement...

Stephen Healy will continue to manage Identive’s physical access control business Identive Group, Inc., a provider of solutions and services for the identification, security and RFID industries, recently announced the appointment of Stephen Healy to the company’s executive management team as Executive Vice President, Access Control and Security. Previously, Healy served as Vice President and General Manager, Access Control and Security. In his new role, he will con...

Security Technology Live 2014 will be the event for the security channel to see the launch of new products and solutions With just under 9 months till the launch of Security Technology Live, the dedicated security channel event, organisers Clarion Events have announced the show is well on course for a successful debut with over 50% of current floor space now sold for the event, taking place 13-15 May 2014 at the NEC, Birmingham. Security Technology Live 2014 has seen a hi...