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For systems integrators, this integration will offer a greater choice of industry-standard wireless electronic locks Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a provider of open architecture security and public safety solutions announces a technology partnership with SimonsVoss GmbH, a European manufacturer of electronic locks. Through this partnership, Genetec will be able to integrate the SimonsVoss SmartIntego Digital Locking Cylinder, Smart Handle and Padlock Wireless Locks wi...

Professionally monitored smart home accounts will surpass traditionally monitored accounts in 2022 Alarm.com and Comcast’s acquisition of Icontrol, finalised March 8, will mean stiff competition in the coming years for other providers of professional home automation systems. Although Comcast is a telecom, and telecoms often get poor customer service reviews, this has not slowed its growth as a home automation and security provider. Robust smart home platform IHS Markit...

Salto Systems will showcase access control products and software at ISC West 2017 SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, will showcase new products, innovative technology in lock management software and exciting partnerships at the International Security Conference & Exposition ISC West, which takes place this April in Las Vegas. Wireless access control mission “ISC West is always an exciting opportunity for SALTO Systems to share our...

The quiet sliding door operator for single or double doors suits either 90kg or 150kg per leaf and is surface mounted Laidlaw Security Systems launches its Orbis automatic operators. The Orbis brand of compact and elegant automatic door operators can be fitted on almost any door. The swing and sliding door models are suitable for use in a wide range of applications such as healthcare environments, retail outlets, airports and leisure centres. Orbis Operator The automatic swi...

To access a centre, visitors push an exterior unit button initiating a call to a station inside the centre Aiphone, an international manufacturer of intercom and entry security products, announced its JP Series and GT Series video intercoms have been chosen by the Army Corps of Engineers to protect military recruiting centres across the United States. Video doorbell Military officials made the decision to keep recruitment centre entries locked throughout the day following th...

The partnership will open up the possibility of new services in the access control field Developers of cable free access control, LOCKEN and ISEO Group, an Italian designer, manufacturer, and distributor of access management systems, have announced a strategic alliance to strengthen their software and services. Offering wider range of products This joint venture, between two companies with strong entrepreneurial and family culture, harnesses ISEO’s industrial know-how...

Climax Technology is now offering integration with Amazon Echo, IFTTT, and voice reporting, available on Climax Home Portal Platform, to provide users with increased flexibility, control and greater peace of mind. Climax Home Portal Server Platform is an IP/GPRS-based security management solution designed to provide security professionals and home owners with new and convenient ways to manage home security and smart home automation services. Voice control with Alexa With the addition of Amazon...

Houses of worship have always had special security concerns, as they are uniquely vulnerable open environments In response to the rise of attacks on houses of worship in the U.S. and around the world, ASIS International, the world’s largest membership association for security management professionals, is providing a suite of free resources to help support those responsible for protecting these vital community institutions. Escalating threats towards faith-based communit...

The partnership between Cortech and ACT will provide end users with an added value solution Cortech Developments’ main software product, Datalog 5, now offers full integration with ACTpro Enterprise software designed by access control provider ACT. Mitigating risk The partnership between Cortech and ACT will provide end users with an added value solution that optimises security across large estates incorporating multiple sites and buildings. Commenting on the integrat...

Kjell & Company has become Sweden’s leading home electronics accessories retailer. As part of its ongoing improvement process, it is updating its security infrastructure with the use of state-of-the-art intruder alarm solutions from Vanderbilt International. For those in Sweden and Norway looking to purchase mobile phone and tablet accessories, electrical items for the home, cables and connectors, gadgets and other components, Kjell & Company is the place to visit. A household nam...

C•CURE 9000 v2.60 offers advanced access control policy enforcement and customisation Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, introduces the newest version of its C•CURE 9000 security and event management platform that offers new functionalities for enhanced compliance controls and increased operational efficiency Advanced access control policy enforcement C•CURE 9000 v2.60 offers advanced access control policy enforcement and customisation, after-ho...

Door-stop doors are weather-proof, police approved, energy efficient and come with a secure guarantee The latest update to the Building Regulations has outlined that any new building will require a front door that adheres to the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) PAS24 2016 security regulation. As such, UK composite door manufacturer Door-stop has responded to this by launching a new, tougher slab. Door-stop new security door Door-stop’s new security slab is...

Tyco Security Products announces the release of the S700e intelligent IP Reader and companion S700 Exit Reader  Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, announces the release of the S700e intelligent IP Reader and the companion S700 Exit Reader from CEM Systems, extending the powerful reach of CEM Systems’ AC2000 access control and security management system. IP card reader and controller This next generation IP card reader and combined controller is the...

ISO 14001 is a framework for environmental management best practice ASSA ABLOY Security Doors, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the provider of door opening solutions, has been awarded ISO 14001 accreditation at its Lisburn manufacturing plant in Northern Ireland. ISO 14001 is a framework for environmental management best practice to support organisations in minimising pollution, reducing environmental footprint, conforming to legislation and developing their business in a susta...

Safran’s biometric system provides search, analysis and matching services for fingerprints and palm prints Safran Identity and Security, a global leader in identity and security solutions, has supplied a facial recognition solution to the National Police of the Netherlands. The nationwide system, which includes workstations for facial search, comparison and analysis was recently launched at the National Forensic Service Centre. Dutch police officers can now submit a faci...

Pneumatic collection system saves more than 50% energy in waste transport Finnish cleantech company MariMatic Oy develops and delivers automatic waste collection systems for solid municipal waste using energy-saving pneumatic conveying technology. Their technology simplifies the collection and transport of community waste in residential and industrial sites. Both waste and recyclables are conveyed from collection points to central recycling facilities via underground pneumatic...

ISO defines parameters for compliance with the highest standards of quality, environmental responsibility Identiv, Inc. announces that it has been awarded the sustainable, environmentally responsible ISO 14001:2015 standard and the new quality management ISO 9001:2015. ISO (International Standards Organisation) defines parameters for compliance with the highest standards of quality, environmental responsibility, and other characteristics of world-class organisations’ ope...

Brivo OnAir combines access control technology, video surveillance and mobile credentialing in a unified cloud-based security platform Brivo, the provider of cloud-based physical access control systems and mobile credentials, and Mercury Security, a global provider of OEM access control hardware, announces the integration of the Authentic Mercury open platform into Brivo’s flagship OnAir access control system. “We have always believed in open standards for our phy...

The new FaceStation 2 is a contactless facial recognition device with an adjustable wall bracket  BioConnect and Suprema will be at ISC West 2017 demonstrating the newest innovations in biometrics, security and identity in booth no. 22075. New facial recognition, dual-factor cabinet lock, cybersecurity and mobile solutions will be demonstrated in the joint booth.  With cybersecurity issues seemingly ever-more prevalent and the development of more user-friendly secur...

Dahua's solution will save time and energy, but also deliver more effective and efficient services In recent years, the solid growth of the urban population has led to a surge in demand for services, creating huge pressure; especially for public services such as buses and taxis. Public transportation services are closely related to the everyday life of urban citizens. During the economic downturn, the pressure of survival is soaring. Phenomena such as late night robberies, ru...

ACTpro 4000 two-door controllers can extend to 16 doors via ACTpro door stations CBES have installed IP access control systems from ACT at Asda stores and distribution centres across the UK. The roll-out has already covered 500 sites all of which are networked to Asda’s corporate headquarters in Leeds.ACTpro 4000 door controllersAsda are benefiting from ACTpro 4000 two-door controllers which can extend to 16 doors via ACTpro door stations. In turn, up to 250 of the contr...

All security investments are measured on how they contribute to the shift in mindset Organisations are transforming their security spending strategy in 2017, moving away from prevention-only approaches to focus more on detection and response, according to Gartner, Inc. Worldwide spending on information security is expected to reach $90 billion in 2017, an increase of 7.6 per cent over 2016, and to top $113 billion by 2020. Spending on enhancing detection and response capabilit...

Latest products from Bosch, Dallmeier, IDIS, Panasonic, Pelco and Samsung Wisenet are included in the publication Pro-Vision, the UK distributor of security equipment has recently launched its latest 216 page product catalogue (dated March 2017) featuring the very best in branded CCTV, Access Control and Public Address equipment. David Westwood, External Sales Manager for Pro-Vision told us, “The very latest products from Bosch, Dallmeier, IDIS, Panasonic, Pelco and Sam...

Dahua presented its products and solutions for customers to experience on site at Intersec Dubai 2017 Dahua Technology, a manufacturer and supplier of video surveillance products headquartered in Hangzhou, China, attended Intersec Dubai 2017, which took place 22nd-24th January. ANPR and face recognition Intersec Dubai is the world’s leading trade fair for security, safety and fire protection. For 18 years, Intersec has proven to be the no. 1 business platform in the Mi...

Key Tracker’s latest controlled key cabinet with integrated ievo Ultimate Biometric Reader Integration of cutting edge biometric recognition technology and key management systems is offering the very highest levels of security for organisations managing large number of priority keys. The system is the result of cooperation between ievo Ltd, the Newcastle-based manufacturer of biometric recognition systems, and Keytracker Ltd, the Midlands manufacturer of key management...

MorphoCloud includes services for fingerprint and palmprint search and verification, as well as face recognition MorphoTrak, a key provider of biometric services to law enforcement and other agencies, will donate access to MorphoCloud, a cloud-based collection of services, to West Virginia University to support the university's highly-regarded research and education programs in biometrics and forensics. Close academic partnership MorphoTrak, a subsidiary of Safran Identity a...

SFM6000 Series brings significant improvements on hardware side to provide a robust solution for applications with harsh environment Suprema, a provider of biometric solutions, announced the launch of its new SFM6000 Series fingerprint embedded modules. Optimal fingerprint authentication Loaded with the range-leading 1GHz CPU and latest Suprema algorithm, the new SFM6000 Series achieves the world’s fastest matching speed of up to 5,000 matches per second and massive us...

The military and civil service experts covered the core areas of EW across air, land and sea EW Singapore greeted 282 attendees on 17-18 January to the Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. The two-day conference fulfilled the requirements of the EW community with a regional flavour and focused on the issues that particularly affect Southeast Asia. Future of Electronic Warfare The conference addressed the theme “The Future of Electronic Warfare in the Asia Pacific Region”...

Hayden Ferry Lakeside represents both the promise and challenges inherent in modern, mixed-use development Rising from the banks of Tempe Town Lake on Arizona’s Salt River like the sapphire twin of the Emerald City, Hayden Ferry Lakeside gleams in the region’s perpetual sunlight. Strikingly expansive and modern, the property stands as a testament to the art of the possible next-generation commercial development. A 43-acre, master-planned, mixed-use project in down...

Nine Comelit 3one6 entrance panels have been installed at entrances around the Brewery Wharf complex Comelit’s IP (ViP) video door entry and access control solution has been used to secure apartments and townhouses at an exclusive gated mews development in Twickenham, built by nationwide property developer St James. Brewery Wharf, situated on a tributary of the Thames in south-west London, features 82 warehouse-style flats spread across three blocks and 28 gated houses b...