Access control systems & kits News

Valiant has sold out its upcoming 2nd Annual Executive Retreat and Security Industry Forum at the conference facilitiesValiant, a premier provider of comprehensive workforce management solutions delivered on a hosted Software as a Service (SaaS) platform, has sold out its upcoming 2nd Annual Executive Retreat and Security Industry Forum, June 9-10, 2009, at the conference facilities of the new home of the New York Mets - Citi Field."The response has been outstanding,&quo...

"Customer First" initiatives allow customers to share their views and opinions about the security marketHID Global, the trusted worldwide leader in providing solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently demonstrated its “Customer First” initiatives during IFSEC 2009 in a forum designed to engage customers and empower them to share their views and opinions about the security market, as well as about HID Global and the products and solutions the company p...

 Bosch appoints four sales managers, experts in access control system and video surveillanceBosch has appointed four sales managers for various regions within the United States. They will work closely with Bosch dealers and integrators to help these customers win, support, and maintain top-quality security installations.Lloyd Apricio handles sales of the Intrusion, Fire and Access Control/Systems (IFAS) portfolios in the Southwest, including Utah, Colorado, Arizona, New...

The Royal Albert Hall has installed Armorcoat, an innovative product by BekaertThe Royal Albert Hall is an instantly recognisable world famous venue. Unfortunately, in the current climate, that also means it has to be protected from any potential terrorist attacks. Key to this is making the venue's 188 windows blast proof, which is why the Hall has installed Armorcoat, an innovative product by Bekaert (manufacturer of Solar Gard) that affords protection to all of the venue's internal and externa...

Rosslare's products were greeted with wide enthusiasm at SecuTech 2009Held at the new and modern "Taipei World Center" located at the Nangang area, the 12th International Exhibition for Total Security Solutions was bigger and better than ever! For the sixth time in a row, Rosslare showcased its products in an eye-catching booth, drawing present contacts, prospective customers and business partners alike.With several new launches to boost, Rosslare's products were greeted with wide enth...

 COMPUTERLINKS signed an agreement to distribute MOBOTIX high resolution IP-based cameras in the UK and IrelandCOMPUTERLINKS, a leading global distributor of IT security and Internet technology solutions, recently announced it has signed an agreement to distribute MOBOTIX high resolution IP-based cameras in the UK and Ireland. The announcement means that IT security resellers now have access to a complete range of IP surveillance, access control and intelligent building solut...

Reliance Protect provides NHS staff with the support they need in the unfortunate circumstanceReliance has announced the roll out of Reliance Protect, an end-to-end lone worker protection solution to NHS staff. The rollout commenced on 5th May 2009 starting in London and the South East following the commitment by Health Secretary, Alan Johnson to improve the safety and security of NHS staff.Reliance has been contracted by the Government to provide a total solution package to NHS staff. The...

Solar Gard window films prevent robbers from gaining entry by breaking windowsBusinesses are putting their buildings and merchandise at unnecessary risk, and increasing the chances of being burgled or suffering malicious damage to their property because their windows are unable to withstand the force of a ‘smash and grab' attack or vandalism. According to figures from the British Home Office, an industrial, commercial or financial property is burgled every two minutes across the country. I...

Bill Muskin, Chairman of VSG and Ken Ford, Chief Executive of The Mall, sign the MallSecure contractVSG, the fastest growing supplier of manned guarding services in the UK, has won a major contract to deliver MallSecure, a national branded security service, at all 20 of the shopping centres operated by The Mall, which span the country from Aberdeen to Southampton. VSG had previously provided security for The Mall at seven of its shopping centres.MallSecure will focus on providing a safe and sec...

 ACTentry V-IP is very popular in small to medium sized commercial premises as a cost effective solutionAccess Control Technology (ACT) Ltd. have made a number of enhancements to the popular ACTentry V-IP audio video over IP door entry system. The ACTentry V-IP is a TCP / IP based video doorphone system that operates in conjunction with custom developed PC software.New features include Windows XP and Vista compatibility and the ability to manage up to 8 entrance points from the V-IP so...

 DSC Security announces Kevin Gaylord as the winner of the Experience the SPEED of the Install contestDSC, in partnership with Big White and Silver Star ski resorts, announced the winner of the Experience the SPEED of the Install contest.Kevin Gaylord, of Gaylord Security in Renton, Washington, through his distributor, Tri-Ed USA, has been selected from a random draw as the winner of a Winter Wonderland Adventure for four in super, natural British Columbia at Big White and Silver Star ski r...

 Datacard group announces collaboration with Vedas and Abba Electronics Datacard Group, a leading provider of secure ID and card personalisation solutions, is pleased to announce its participation in a collaborative effort with financial card industry leaders Vedas and Abba Electronics to better serve the local needs of the Middle East market.Building on successful implementations in the past, the companies will now focus on the localisation of solutions for the financial market (EMV, Inst...

 Axis Security has promoted Neil Ames to the role of Commercial DirectorAxis Security, one of the country's fastest growing security service providers, has promoted Neil Ames to the role of Commercial Director following the recent strategic merger with Temple Security.Neil joined Axis Security as Commercial Manager in December 2007. He has over 19 years experience in the manned guarding industry, having started as Contract Manager for Security Express at London's Southbank Centre in 1990. I...

Videx Security received an order of 100+ access control door entry systems from Kier Sheffield LLPHaving provided Kier Sheffield LLP with door entry solutions for over seven years, Videx Security has now received an order for a further 100+ DDA (Disability Discrimination Act) compliant systems. This order represents the largest single order ever placed by Kier Sheffield LLP for door entry systems and reflects their confidence in Videx Security, who specialise in solutions for the...

SALTO's new wireless access control system attracted capacity audiences during IFSEC 2009A one-day programme of seminars to launch SALTO's new wireless access control system attracted capacity audiences during IFSEC 2009.The invitation-only event to an international audience of security specification professionals including SALTO business partners, specifiers, consultants, installers and end users demonstrated how the new real time battery powered wireless access control technology from the comp...

 Video Surveillance System from March networks at Washington University in St. Louis performs flawlesslyHunkered down in a Joint Operations Center on the sprawling campus, law enforcement personnel representing the St. Louis County Police, the University Police Department, the City of St. Louis Police, the Missouri Highway Patrol, the U.S. Secret Service and a number of other federal, state and local government agencies relied on the University's March Networks® video surveillance...

  Trevor Leisk (AMS Australia) got ringing endorsement for secure access hatch at IFSEC 2009A new way to think about secure access hatches, the MAP is designed to combine total security with a visually unobtrusive appearance.  Mountable on floor, wall, or ceiling, the MAP boasts a sleek flush finish, concealed fixing, and a minimal 0.3mm hatch gap - designed to prevent even the smallest of covert cameras from gaining access to top-secret installations.The MAP includ...

IndigoVision has developed new integration modules for its IP-CCTV solutionIndigoVision has developed a number of new integration modules for Bosch, MAXxess and Software House access control products, as part of its complete end-to-end IP Video system. These modules allow true integration with third-party systems to provide a totally IP-based security solution, encompassing CCTV, access control and intruder alarms amongst others.'Control Center', IndigoVision's Security Management Software, can...

 Universal Security Systems impressed NSI by quality of projectThe NSI is the leading approvals and certification body that assesses security installers, and Universal impressed in workmanship, use of new technology and sound design practice as well documentation quality and customer care.James Crouch, a director and founder of Universal, said: "Ensuring that operational methods are documented scrupulously is a roots-up part of our culture and internal processes are...

  The Shougang Group, Caofeidian Coal Wharf and the Ore Wharf are all customers of Zenitel Zenitel, international market leader in integrated communication solutions for the professional market, is pleased to confirm its contribution to Caofeidian, mapped to become China's largest steel production base by 2010. Uniquely, the site has been designated as a model for the country's environment friendly industrial base and is set to recycle 99.5 percent of its solid waste and 99.7 percent o...

 Sureview Systems has successfully integrated Barix IP Audio device support within its Immix software platformBarix AG, a pioneer in IP-based audio, intercom, control, and monitoring, recently announced that Sureview Systems, a commercial security monitoring solutions provider, has successfully integrated Barix IP Audio device support within its Immix automation software platform. The connectivity with Barix devices enables communications with an unlimited amount of audio surveillance, inte...

The recent ASIS International Security Conference took place in Montreux, Switzeralnd, in April 2009The ASIS International 8th European Security Conference took place on 26-29 April at Montreux Music & Convention Centre in Montreux, Switzerland. 312 security professionals, corporate executives, consultants, and officials from 44 different countries attended 30 high-level educational sessions on topics ranging from supply chain security to convergence of physical security and IT. Although due...

  HID Global contactless smart card readers were rewarded with the 2009 Technology Award HID Global, the trusted worldwide leader in providing solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced that its collaboration with Dell™ on Latitude™ E-Family laptops with embedded contactless smart card readers was awarded the 2009 Technology Award at the Smart Card Alliance Outstanding Smart Card Achievement Awards. By integrating the first mu...

 Morse Watchman's Keywatcher tracks and communicates status of keys at SEPTAThe Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) has deployed the KeyWatcher Key Control System from Morse Watchmans to keep track of hundreds of keys used at its various bus garages, maintenance shops, an operations control centre and a money-counting facility in and around Philadelphia. KeyWatcher cabinets installed in the multiple facilities automatically record the access history of each key, inclu...

  President seeks reduced funding for transit, ports, and school programs President Obama's budget proposal includes ill-advised and disappointing reductions in funding for crucial physical security programs, Security Industry Association (SIA) officials said on Monday.Obama's fiscal year 2010 budget would cut hundreds of millions of dollars from transit, port and school security programs and provide them with much less money than the amount authorised by Congress or recommended in rec...

 Union Community (VIRDI) is showcasing its extensive range of products at IFSECUnion Community (VIRDI) is participating in IFSEC 2009 in Birmingham, UK from May 11 to 14. At the exhibition, Union Community (VIRDI) is showcasing its extensive range of various product lines of Fingerprint Access Control and Time Attendance, Fingerprint Door Lock, Fingerprint Safe and Video/Audio Entry Systems, as well as Fingerprint OEM sensor and modules.Union Community received the NPS Award from...

Frankie brings over 10 years of experience in telecommunication, physical access control industries PCSC, a leading supplier of products and services for electronic access control and facility management applications in domestic and international markets, recently announces the appointment of Frankie Man as Chief Representative, Greater China. Frankie Man brings over 10 years of management, sales and market development experience in the Telecommunication, Physical Access Cont...

Bosch has launched the new Security Knowledge Base Bosch has officially launched their new Security Knowledge Base - a global technical support database full of articles, tips, and solutions.You can access this incredible new tool anytime, anywhere through the Internet via a PC or smart phone-or you can download it right to your laptop. The new Security Knowledge Base has an intuitive user interface, so you can search the database, browse solutions by product area, research terms in the glo...

 Espanola General Hospital in Ontario, Canada has selected SALTO to upgrade its security management Located in Northern Ontario, Espanola General Hospital is a modern health care facility ,which provides a broad array of health care and medical programs and services to the local population catchment area of around 12,000 residents. These include primary, preventive and therapeutic care, acute care, long-term care and assisted living, as well as management of senior's housing, all on one sit...

 Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies fulfilled vital access and security requirements of Big YellowThirty-five refurbished and 11 newly-planned Big Yellow self-storage sites are being fitted with Dor-O-Matic slide automated door-opening systems, aluminium security shutters and Martin Roberts steel doorsets. The systems are supplied by Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies.Big Yellow, the leading self-storage brand in London and the South of England, asked Ingersoll Rand Security Technologie...