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Matrix, a manufacturer of Telecom and Security solutions, looks forward to presenting its security range in SECUTECH 2022. Happening on 18th - 20th August, this event is focused on innovative solutions across the security domain and more. It will be held at Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre, HCMC, Vietnam. Matrix will be showcasing their IP Video Surveillance solutions, which include enterprise-level VMS, NVRs, and IP Cameras with resolutions up to 8 MP, at this event. The entire solution...

Verkada, a provider of cloud-managed enterprise building security and management, announced the launch of Verkada Mailroom to enable organisations to efficiently keep track of the mail, packages and shipments coming to their facilities. Authority comment "We're excited to add Verkada Mailroom to our comprehensive portfolio of cloud-managed enterprise building security products," said Brandon Davito, VP of Product and Operations at Verkada. "Making sure inventory, supplies, and deliveries ge...

The security industry is booming. Whether alarm systems, video surveillance, or smoke detectors, the demand for modern and networked security technology is growing among end consumers. This opens up new market opportunities, especially for DIY stores. As part of a study trip lasting several days, the European DIY Retail Association (EDRA) and the Global Home Improvement Network (GHIN) are therefore inviting their member companies to visit Security Essen. The trade fair for civil security will t...

Vehicle safety and camera experts Durite are showcasing their latest technology at two European trade shows. Durite has been supplying vehicle cameras for more than 20 years and has supplied more than 50,000 systems to fleets. The company also provides a comprehensive range of vehicle safety products for fleet operators. John Nobbs of Durite said: “In the UK, Durite is regarded as a trusted supplier and innovative leader in vehicle safety for commercial fleet. Our comprehensive offering e...

Morse Watchmans, the pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is featuring several of its latest key control and management solutions at the 2022 Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association Conference and Trade Show, August 9-11 in Tulsa, OK. Morse Watchman’s award-winning KeyWatcher® Touch system will be on display alongside a suite of additional products at booth #1101.   2022 OIGA Conference and Trade Show “We look forward to being at the 2022 OIGA Conference a...

Armstrong Fluid Technology has announced the appointment of Neil Parry in the role of Global Head of District Energy. Based in the United Kingdom (UK) and reporting to Peter Thomsen, the Director of Building Systems at Armstrong Fluid Technology, Neil Parry will be responsible for defining, developing and delivering Armstrong’s suite of solutions for distributed energy networks (Heating and Cooling). Develop district energy solutions and supply chains Neil Parry has over thirty years of...

Global wireless solutions firm Ramtech has announced a new partnership with Immix, the security monitoring software provider. The collaboration will enhance the technology offering of both firms, by delivering a combined complete fire protection and safety solution within the global security market. Under the new agreement, Ramtech’s innovative WES wireless evacuation system will integrate with the Immix CS/GF platforms – a monitoring solution that operates with more than 500 video,...

Mul-T-Lock has worked closely with K.B.O Fire & Security to upgrade the security at Guildford College, in the United Kingdom (UK), creating a dedicated master key suite for the ultimate peace of mind of staff, pupils and visitors. Guildford College is the largest further and highest education college in the Surrey area, with approximately 3000 students and offers courses at all levels. Success rates are higher than national benchmarks with many students operating with the local community on...

Chubb, the provider of fire safety and security solutions, is proud to launch an accelerated development programme designed to attract and train new industry entrants in partnership with Zitko Talent, the recruitment agency for the fire and security industry. The accelerated development programme will last approximately 18 weeks, starting with alternating blocks of technical training, field experience, and manufacturer-led certified product training. Trainees will emerge as certified Fire and S...

OPTEX, the sensor manufacturer, has announced its award-winning REDSCAN PRO LiDAR Sensors have been fully integrated with Genetec™ Security Center, to provide enhanced perimeter protection for the highest security sites. The announcement follows a long period of engagement between the two firms, even before the launch of the latest OPTEX sensor series, to ensure the data and algorithms could be fully integrated and interpreted by the Genetec Security Center platform. By integrating the tw...

Global pioneer SATO Europe has announced it will present a select next-generation generation of auto-ID and labelling solutions at the International Suppliers Fair (IZB). International Suppliers Fair (IZB) Hosted in Wolfsburg, Germany, IZB is Europe’s trade fair for the automotive industry with over 800 exhibitors expected to showcase their innovations between 11th – 13th October 2022. The event will spotlight new technologies and business models that are revolutionising...

Consorzio Centro TIR Como Docks is a customs and logistics area that extends 150,000 m2 near the capital of Lake Como in Italy. Dubbed as the "Gate of Europe" by transport operators for its strategic location, it can accommodate up to 250 heavy vehicles at the same time, with a monthly transit estimated between 12,000 and 18,000 vehicles. "We are the last outpost before Switzerland for hauliers who have to carry out customs clearance operations directed towards Northern Europe," says Fabio Bert...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile released a new version of its ProdataKey App. This unique, all-inclusive app for Apple and Android combines the functionality of PDK.io, the powerful mobile-first management interface for PDK access control systems, with mobile credentialing and remote access previously available only through PDK touch. The new app delivers convenience for anyone who administers a PDK access control system and utilises it to mo...

LastPass, announced that Amy Appleyard has been appointed as Chief Revenue Officer. A cybersecurity sales veteran, Appleyard will be responsible for key priorities across revenue-related functions, continuing to bolster global sales performance and contributing to customer satisfaction. “Amy has a proven track record of unifying the customer journey across all inside and outside sales avenues while improving the customer experience,” said Karim Toubba, CEO at LastPass. High-growth...

Seaport terminal has become one critical infrastructure everywhere around the world. Thousands of trucks entered the seaport each day, therefore, it needs special attention when it comes to monitoring and tracking the incoming trucks in real-time. Especially in the COVID-19 situation, the number of people that can enter the seaport is limited, and increased port congestion. With the increasing demand for IoT, war rooms can help the seaport operator efficiently manage the seaport terminal o...

Costex Tractor Parts of Miami, Florida is a forty-year-old distributor of replacement parts and engines for Caterpillar and Komatsu heavy equipment. When they were preparing to build a new, 350,000-square-foot headquarters in Miami, Florida, they knew they needed a state-of-the-art security system designed, installed, and configured specifically for the facility. It contracted E.G. Telecommunications & Technologies, security, and telecom installer, to deploy a complete Dahua security soluti...

In the midst of a rise in building material thefts, construction company DECHO used Hikvision's solar-powered wireless cameras to guard the construction site for its much-anticipated Coast Garden project. Safeguarding valuable materials Building material shortages and rising prices fuelled a rise in construction site thefts in New Zealand, which has prompted worries among builders, project managers, and contractors. The DECHO Group is one of Auckland’s most innovative and respected land...

Allied Universal, a global security and facility services company, is proud to announce that company pioneer, Ray O’Hara, CPP, EVP Executive Protection and Intelligence Services, was selected as a top security executive by IFSEC Global Influencers in Security & Fire 2022.    IFSEC Global IFSEC Global is the pre-eminent news source for security and fire safety, with a trusted reputation and a global footprint. It covers developments from across the industries, fro...

ZeroEyes, creators of the only A.I.-based video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation announced a partnership with Critical Response Group, Inc. (CRG), a provider of best-in-class indoor and tactical mapping solutions for public safety. CRG’s enhanced school building and grounds mapping technology will be integrated into ZeroEyes’ platform to deliver critical intelligence to first responders in an active shooter cr...

Hakimo, a technology company dedicated to modernising physical security through its artificial intelligence (AI) software, has announced that Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) has deployed the Hakimo solution, in order to enhance security and support Transportation Security Administration (TSA) compliance efforts. One of the fastest growing airports in the United States of America (USA), Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) offers commercial service to more than 50 destinations, in addition to supporting a large...

Siemens Smart Infrastructure (SI), the frontrunner in digital buildings, has completed the acquisition of Brightly Software (Brightly), a renowned U.S.-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) provider of asset and maintenance management solutions. The acquisition elevates Siemens Smart Infrastructure to a leading position in the software market for buildings and built infrastructure. It adds Brightly’s well-established cloud-based capabilities across key sectors – education, public infra...

The iconic thoroughbred racing, events, and hospitality operator, the Australian Turf Club is using Oosto’s facial recognition technology for face-based security protection throughout its facility. As the largest racetrack in Sydney, the elegant Club’s Royal Randwick Racecourse was bestowed its title by the Queen of England herself and is visited by more than one million patrons each year, creating a complex set of security requirements for guests and employees alike. The Club has a...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is showcasing a comprehensive range of its key control solutions at the American Correctional Association’s 152nd Congress of Correction, August 4-7, 2022, in New Orleans, LA. Morse Watchman’s flagship system, KeyWatcher® Touch, will be on display alongside additional key control and asset management solutions at booth # 909.  Electronic key control technology solutions “We have been...

Mouser Electronics, Inc., the New Product Introduction (NPI) distributor with the widest selection of semiconductors and electronic components, is now stocking APF6 and APM6 AcceleRate® high-performance terminals from Samtec. Samtec APF6 and APM6 AcceleRate® terminals are 0.635 mm pitch interconnects featuring 112 Gbps PAM4 extreme performance and a flexible open-pin-field design. The APF6 and APM6 AcceleRate terminals have a high-density, four-row design, with 10 to 100 positions in e...

The major Somme International Air Show is back, at Albert airport, with many foreign military forces in attendance. Although the event opens to the public from 10 am, the festivities really start to kick off at 1 pm. While waiting for the displays to begin, visitors can enjoy simulators and other entertainment (such as various publicised exhibitions) offered by the organising committee, in addition to catering services. In total, 120 aircraft, both vintage and modern, have been announced: Rafal...

Valsoft Corporation Inc. (‘Valsoft’), a Montreal-based company specialising in the acquisition and development of software companies in vertical markets, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Azility Energy Management Solutions (‘Azility’), a next-generation energy management solutions provider that powers energy, water, and emissions savings across every asset and department for organisations large and small. “It has been an amazing journey to start and build...

As new data recovery technologies become more sophisticated, confidential information stored on mal-functioning hard drives has never been more vulnerable to third-party exploitation. Typical warranties request failed hard drives be returned to the manufacturer, during replacement. This leaves customers with a difficult choice to make: risk sensitive data falling into the wrong hands or keep the hard drive – a practice that may violate many existing standard warranty agreements. BCDVideo...

Genetec Inc., a pioneer technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations and business intelligence solutions, has teamed with commute management solutions provider RideAmigos to help organisations deliver a simplified and enhanced experience to commuters returning to offices post-pandemic. The solution pairs RideAmigos Commute Hub with Genetec AutoVuTM Free-Flow and Genetec Curb SenseTM. A seamless experience for commuters RideAmigos Commute Hub helps employers deliver a sea...

Convergint, a pioneer in service-based systems integration, announces that it has acquired Ojo Technology Inc., a Northern California-based security systems integrator in video and access control security. The acquisition expands Convergint’s west coast presence and extends the company’s capabilities in the state, local, education, and transportation markets. Cloud-based systems Founded in 2003, Ojo Technology specialises in enterprise, tier-one, network-centric, physical, and clo...

Sharry, a workplace experience platform, announces that Kevin Wilhelm has joined the company as the brand’s Country Manager for the United States and Canada. In his role, Wilhelm is supporting Sharry’s operations in these two regions, ensuring customers’ satisfaction, supporting partners, and working with clients on new business.  Since joining Sharry, Wilhelm has been a key player in maintaining relationships with U.S.-based clients such as New York City’...