Access Control News

Employees used to come to the office every day and work from company-managed assets. They may be working at home, in the office, on the road, and anywhere in between using unsecured personal devices and networks. It’s opened a whole new set of challenges that IT must manage. And to help them do it, Citrix Systems, Inc. announces general availability of Citrix Secure Private Access™, a cloud-delivered, Zero-Trust Network Access (ZTNA) offering that protects access to apps and data fr...

ADT Inc. (ADT), the globally trusted brand in smart home and small business security solutions, has announced the appointment of Benjamin Honig to the company’s Board of Directors, as a Class I Director with a term expiring at the 2024 Annual Meeting of ADT. ADT’s Chairman, Marc Becker, said “We are pleased to welcome Ben to our Board of Directors.” New Board of Directors member Marc Becker adds, “His background investing in technology and consumer service compan...

The world can be a noisy place. Sometimes the technologies users trust to keep the peace, end up making the problem worse. No building can do without doors, but automated settings for secure or fire-regulated closing are often so strong that it causes the door to slam into its frame. Such regular loud noise impacts the well-being, concentration, rest patterns, and more of every building user. ASSA ABLOY has developed a solution to combat this: Door closers with Close-Motion® technology...

As the home of the renowned St Andrews Prize for the Environment, the University of St Andrews has sustainability at the heart of its ethos. For student accommodation, university managers sought an energy-efficient access control solution which respected and reflected these principles. A major challenge facing the university was that multiple different standalone access control technologies had been installed piecemeal at student halls over the years. To upgrade the accommodation, university ma...

VIVOTEK, the IP surveillance solution provider, is proud to announce the launch of its new Facial Recognition Tablet. The FT9361-R will be featured during ISC West 2022, held in Las Vegas, Nevada. from March 23-25 at the Venetian Expo and Convention Centre, booth #22015. “The FT9361-R is a facial recognition tablet for access control and employee management,” explained David Liu, President of VIVOTEK USA, Inc. Facial recognition tablet “By simply presenting your face to the...

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has granted Antaira Technologies, a global developer and manufacturer of industrial networking devices, a patent for its innovative application of an uninterruptible power system (UPS) driven by Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology that is now featured in the company's new LMP Series of managed Ethernet PoE switches. U.S. Patent No. 17/228,851 relates to DC voltage output being supplied to network devices connected to an Antaira PoE switch w...

Antaira Technologies is a developer and manufacturer of industrial networking devices and communication solutions for harsh environment applications and is proud to announce the expansion of its industrial networking infrastructure family with the introduction of the LMP-1600G-M12-10G-67-24 and LMX-1600G-M12-10G-67 Series. Antaira’s LMP-1600G-M12-10G-67-24 Light Layer 3 managed series switch offers dependability and ease-of-use functionality in harsh industrial environments. Fast packet...

Antaira Technologies is a developer and manufacturer of industrial networking devices and communication solutions for harsh environment applications and is proud to announce the expansion of its industrial wireless family with the introduction of the ARS-7235-5E-AC series. Antaira Technologies’ ARS-7235-5E-AC series is an industrial IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac wireless LAN access point with added router capabilities and five gigabit Ethernet ports. It is designed for enterprise and industrial w...

Ava Cyber has rebranded as Qush as it looks to become a pioneer in Data Loss Protection, a market that is projected to reach revenues of 3.5 Billion USD by 2025. Customers across the globe are leveraging the power of Qush’s software to reduce insider threats, and protect their IP and their sensitive commercial, financial, and personnel data. Originally established as Ava Reveal in 2016, Qush’s flagship Data Loss Protection product has received a very strong reception in the marketpl...

Zenitel, a pioneer of intelligent and interoperable communication solutions, announces that Detrick Ellis has been named Northwestern US Regional Sales Leader in its Americas Onshore Business Unit. Detrick Ellis has been with Zenitel since 2012 as a Field Sales Engineer and Systems Engineer. His role has included assisting Zenitel customers and partners with technical questions, conducting technical training, and supporting the Americas sales team. VP's comments “At Zenitel, career aspi...

Antaira Technologies is a developer and manufacturer of industrial networking devices and communication solutions for harsh environment applications and is proud to announce the expansion of its industrial wireless family with the introduction of the ARS-7235-AC series, ARX-7235-AC-PD-T, and ARY-7235-AC-PD. ARS-7235-AC series Antaira Technologies’ ARS-7235-AC series is an industrial IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac wireless LAN access point with added router capabilities. It is designed for enterpr...

Vigitron Inc., the provider of network solutions for security applications, is pleased to announce its next series of educational webinars. Titled ‘network design for security systems,’ the seminar will focus on the unique differences and requirements between what are called standard or data-only network design and those for security and in particular video security applications. “Networking for a security system is increasingly becoming more and more complex. As the leading p...

At ISC West on March 23 - 25, 2022 in booth 11053, Bosch showcased new products, services, and software for creating customised solutions that enhance security, improve safety, and deliver data for business insights. ISC West experience Booth visitors will experience deep neural network-based video analytics, a new Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) offering, the first combination intrusion and fire control panel that connects with a public address system, and the latest version of the Ac...

Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, announced that it has teamed with MFE Inspection Solutions to integrate the FLIR MUVE™ C360 multi-gas detector on Boston Dynamics’ Spot® robot and commercial unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The integrated solutions will enable remote monitoring of chemical threats in industrial and public safety applications. Boston Dynamics’ Spot mobile robot The MUVE C360 detects and classifies airborne gas or c...

GRW is one of South Africa's providers of sophisticated road transport trailers; designing, manufacturing, and servicing a wide range of bespoke vehicles, each configured to provide a solution to the unique transportation needs of an individual client. GRW has invested in a state-of-the-art IP CCTV system to protect its premises against unauthorised access and to monitor the large, modern production facilities, and is already reaping the benefits from the integration of analytics with the IP ca...

Large industrial units often have a large area containing quite disparate security needs. Hikvision has a wide range of technologies to cater to every need, as was recently seen by a rubber producer in Poland. Kabat Tyre, in Budzyń, produces rubber products for industry and agriculture, including rubber mats, machine tires, and inner tubes. When it came to developing a new security system to cover its 30,000 m2 production plant, Kabat turned to system integrator Tel-Kom Serwis, which used Hikvi...

ADT announced new location-sharing features for its award-winning SoSecure by ADT mobile safety app, keeping users in touch with loved ones from virtually anywhere. SoSecure app The feature-loaded personal safety app offers the most discreet ways to call for help, including an SOS slider button, SMS chat, video, or hands-free with a custom secret phrase, even from a locked screen. Premium features include crash detection and roadside assistance. SoSecure is ideal for anyone who wants to feel...

With the ‘DOMERA® 6000’ camera series, Dallmeier presents a completely new generation of dome cameras. The multi-talent camera delivers top-notch video analysis results even under the most demanding light conditions. This is supported by AI-based Edge analytics as well as image capture with the latest generation of sensors in four and eight megapixels. With a theoretical total of well over 300 conceivable combinations, the modular DOMERA® housing and mounting system is usabl...

SureView Systems, the globally renowned open response platform provider for running security operations and Calipsa, a market-renowned provider of deep-learning powered video analytics for false alarm reduction, have announced the integration of their cloud-based flagship technologies. The integration of Calipsa’s software with SureView’s next-generation physical security information management (PSIM) platform improves the ability of security command centres to manage and respond to...

A new resource is available to help those responsible for safeguarding oil and gas facilities decide when, where, and how to use thermal cameras to gain the most operational value. Developed by global surveillance specialist, Synectics, the eBook – ‘Thermal Cameras for Oil & Gas Surveillance’ – takes a closer look at the technology and its suitability for common applications across the industry, particularly in comparison to infrared alternatives. Process monitoring...

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta) has announced the launch of FORXAI Video Security Solution (VSS), an offering that includes its FORXAI Video Security Solution for Intelligent Surveillance and point-of-entry solution, FORXAI Video Security Solution for Secure Access. In support of this, Konica Minolta will build on its long-standing technology partnership with MOBOTIX in the U.S.A, strengthening the cooperation and support between the two companies. Joint logistic...

Hanwha Techwin America, a global supplier of intelligent video surveillance solutions, officially opened its new Hanwha Innovation and Technology Experience (HITE) on March 29, 2022. The Centre highlights the company’s newest products and solutions for security and surveillance applications, all showcased through interactive demonstrations, videos, training sessions, certification classes, and presentations. “The HITE presents a cross-section of our resources and expertise, from the...

With network requirements growing in demands for bandwidth, packet size, and PoE buying decisions beyond the product itself. The manufacturer and the services they provide are just as important. How they stand behind the product further defines their ability to perform as required. Vigitron discusses one example each.  Reliability  All products are built on a foundation of reliability. Regardless of features, Vigitron expects purchases to last many years and continue to perform to th...

SailPoint Technologies Holdings, Inc., the globally renowned company in identity security for the modern enterprise, has unveiled two new product suites designed to provide customers with next-generation identity security capabilities. These product suites set a new standard for identity security, embracing an autonomous, intelligent approach to protecting modern enterprises. In the current ever-changing threat environment, SailPoint offers a dynamic identity security foundation capable of evol...

Blackline Safety Corp., a pioneer in connected safety technology, announces it has acquired Ontario-based Swift Labs Inc. (‘Swift Labs’), an Internet of Things (IoT) design and engineering consulting firm. The acquisition of Swift Labs advances Blackline’s strategy to connect workers through technology by enhancing the company’s product development expertise. It will enable Blackline to accelerate its pace of innovation by expanding its product development capacity. Pro...

The Town of Batavia, New York, Fire Department has installed a complete security system from Bosch to safeguard its two stations. The facilities are now secured by Bosch systems for video surveillance, access control, and fire detection. “We take security and safety very seriously,” said Tim Yaeger, Town of Batavia Fire Department’s Board of Director, adding “By securing our taxpayers’ investments in public safety assets and equipment, we’re protecting what p...

Corsha, a DC-based API security company that provides an innovative approach to securing API communication between trusted machines, announces a $12 million Series A funding round. Ten Eleven Ventures and Razor’s Edge Ventures co-led the round that included participation from 1843 Capital. Organisations are increasingly relying on cloud infrastructure to scale their applications and services. The sheer number of APIs per organisation is exploding, and with that, so is the number of potent...

Globally renowned access control manufacturer, Inner Range has unveiled a raft of new enhancements for its flagship intelligent access and security system, Integriti. Software Version 22, which is now available to new and existing customers, includes the ability to directly integrate with biometric readers and manage mobile credentials in bulk. It also includes a brand new API, allowing developers access to a free development platform to create new integrations for Integriti clients. Improveme...

SONITROL, the pioneer in verified electronic security announced that its SW Ohio franchisee has made its fifth donation of a K-9 officer to the Butler County, Ohio Sheriff’s Department. SONITROL Gives Back The SW Ohio office’s donation is part of the company’s nationwide programme, SONITROL Gives Back. The programme is dedicated to supporting local law enforcement and schools – from donating police K-9s, a police horse, training equipment, school supplies, school securi...

SailPoint Technologies Holdings, Inc. the pioneer in identity security for the modern enterprise, unveiled two new product suites designed to provide customers with next-generation identity security capabilities. These product suites set a new standard for identity security, embracing an autonomous, intelligent approach to protecting modern enterprises. In this ever-changing threat environment, SailPoint offers a dynamic identity security foundation capable of evolving to match the changin...