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Matrix received the IETE Corporate Award for Performance Excellence on the 59th Annual Technical Convention Matrix bagged the IETE Corporate Award for Performance Excellence in the field of Computer and Telecommunication Systems on the 59th Annual Technical Convention held in New Delhi. The IETE has instituted awards for recognising performance excellence in the Corporate Sector, in the fields of Electronics Components, Computer and Telecommunication Systems, Development of So...

FJC, a provider of uniformed security professionals, was purchased by Allied Universal, a facilities services company Allied Universal, a leading facility services company and the largest security force in North America with over 150,000 employees and co-HQ in Conshohocken, PA and Santa Ana, CA, has announced the purchase of FJC Security Services, based in Floral Park, N.Y. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “FJC has had an outstanding reputation for years, and its o...

Controlsoft expands its Identity Access Software platform by offering customers a more diverse platform and an easier onboarding process for enabling mobile credentials on smartphones Controlsoft, a global provider of access control solutions, announced that it has integrated mobile access capabilities into its Identity Access Software using the API from the new HID Mobile Access App and Portal Software Development Kits (SDKs). The integration enables customers to issue a card...

The new electromechanical options include electric latch retraction; electric dogging; alarm; and touchbar, trim, and latchbolt monitoring Yale Commercial, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, has expanded its 6000 Series exit devices with a full range of electromechanical options.  The ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified Yale® 6000 Series exit device is offered in rim, mortise, SquareBolt®, surface and concealed vertical rod configurations, and now features an array of electrom...

45% believed that cyber and physical security were equally important in the companies they were linked to The latest Security Research Initiative Report published highlights the crucial role that physical security suppliers and corporate security departments play in tackling cyber-crime, albeit that this often goes unrecognised.  Physical Security Specialists vs. Cyber Specialists  In a survey of both physical security specialists and cyber specialists (supple...

HID‘s Lumidigm V-Series provides excellent biometric interoperability and best-in-class liveness detection for fraud prevention HID Global, provider of secure identity solutions, announced important enhancements to its best-in-class, Lumidigm V-Series biometrics solutions. The company has added features that further improve accuracy and interoperable image transfer of its V-Series product line while quadrupling the image capture speed of the embedded sensors and modules....

One in four visitors placed their orders directly at the fair, a plus of eight percent in comparison with 2014 Security Essen has highlighted its position as the global fair for civil security in an enduring way: Four days long, 1,040 companies from 45 nations redefined the standard for civil security at Messe Essen. They presented to the over 40,000 trade visitors from 119 nations innovative products and services from smart video surveillance via the safeguarding of propertie...

The critical area of security has been addressed throughout the 17 specifications of Release 2 The full potential of the Internet of Things (IoT) advanced significantly as oneM2M, the global standards initiative for Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications and the IoT, published a new landmark set of specifications, Release 2.Based on contributions from more than 200 member companies, Release 2 builds on oneM2M’s initial set of official specifications, which enable basic...

6,433 visitors attended The Emergency Services Show 2016, including a 45% increase in overseas visitors Last week’s Emergency Services Show was the biggest in its 10-year history and provided a fascinating insight to the UK’s fast-evolving emergency services industry. The move to the larger Hall 5 at the NEC enabled the organisers to offer more free learning and networking opportunities than ever before, with over 80 free seminar sessions, numerous CPD workshops a...

Harland and Wolff uses AC2000 Security Hub for alarm and CCTV event management CEM Systems, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, announced they have successfully won the contract to secure Harland and Wolff Heavy Industries sites in Belfast, Northern Ireland. G4S were selected as integrator to install the AC2000 security solution throughout the Harland and Wolff sites. Harland and Wolff is a heavy engineering company to the maritime, offshore oil and gas, and...

The nationwide initiative offers tips and advice for keeping families, homes and belongings safe during winter UNION, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, is supporting National Home Security Month 2016 to create awareness around home security for the third consecutive year. The nationwide initiative that runs throughout October 2016 was launched by UNION’s sister brand Yale, in order to offer&n...

Chief PR represents security-focused organisations & is an event partner of the ISSE conference BeCyberSure announced that it has enlisted the services of Chief PR - a media relations company specialising in physical and information security. Working with BeCyberSure, the consultancy will help protect and educate owners, directors and senior managers including human resource (HR) departments of SME organisations, regarding the importance of risk management and proportionat...

The central monitoring station allows News International to monitor activity from multiple systems from a single station News International Ltd is a British newspaper publisher owned by Rupert Murdoch's News Corporation. The company's major titles are published by three subsidiary companies, Times Newspapers Ltd, News Group Newspapers 1 and NI Free Newspapers Limited. At heart of the system at their new premises in Enfield is a scalable security management solution encompassin...

TRAPS intercepts all known exploits and virtually eliminates false positives ANSecurity, a specialist in advanced network and data security, has successfully deployed the Palo Alto Networks TRAPS advanced endpoint solution to help a major financial services organisation strengthen its security controls. The financial organisation regularly processes a lot of active content from third-party organisations and its workforce had struggled to differentiate between legitimate or ma...

Nedap is demonstrating live integrations with technology partners at Security Essen 2016 Nedap responds to increasing market demands with integrations in the field of biometrics, video management systems and wireless locks. “We see a clear demand in the market for wireless locks, video management systems and biometric solutions”, says Lea Milovich Technology Partner Program Manager at Nedap Security Management, “At Nedap, we create added value with solutions...

These exit devices are ideal for healthcare, hospitality, education, commercial, and retail applications At ASIS 2016, Adams Rite, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, highlighted its 8600 Series CVR and 8800 Series rim exit devices that feature a new, lower activation force to comply with the California Building Code. A 8800 rim exit device was on display in the ASSA ABLOY booth #3601 at the Orlando Convention Center, September 12-15, 2016.  The 8600 Series concealed vertical r...

Nemerofsky brings more than twenty years of entrepreneurial success in the security industry to CGL CGL Electronic Security, Inc. recently announced a key appointment to its executive team. John Nemerofsky has joined CGL in the newly created position of President of National Programmes.  Nemerofsky and CGL founder Ron Ludvigsen have worked together for many years and have a track record of building successful national programmes.  Customer-focused approach CGL Pre...

Partnership signifies the commitment Gallagher has to the Institute and security industry as a whole Gallagher Security (Europe) has become the Security Institute’s first corporate partner. Officially presented at the Security Institute's annual conference, held at the Amba Hotel, Marble Arch, London on 22nd September, 2016, the partnership signifies the commitment Gallagher has to the Institute and the security industry as a whole.Promoting standards of integrityOn rece...

The recognition highlights the significant impact of learning and development on employee success Conshohocken, Pennsylvania and Santa Ana, California, based Allied Universal, a facility services company in North America, was awarded the prestigious Brandon Hall Gold award for the Best Launch of a Corporate Learning University.  Now entering its 22nd year, the Brandon Hall Excellence Awards includes a rigorous judging process. Entries are evaluated by a panel of independ...

ASSA ABLOY Security Doors’ new Area Sales Manager - Claire Boardman and Sales Director - Kevin Campbell ASSA ABLOY Security Doors, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, has appointed a new Sales Director and Area Sales Manager. Kevin Campbell - Sales Director In his new role as Sales Director, Kevin Campbell will be responsible for developing and implementing a successful sales strategy, as well as managing and coordinating the ASSA A...

Dr. Heiko Baumgartner handing the GIT Award to Mr. Sieger Volkers Nedap Security Management has won a GIT Award in the D Access Control category for their high-end AEOS end-to-end security solution. This new end-to-end security solution is the first to offer digital protection for access control by unifying best practices from both IT and physical security.On the 27th of September, Dr. Heiko Baumgartner, Chief Editor of GIT Security, handed out the award to Mr. Sieger Volkers,...

The e-government and healthcare identification market is very much driven by individual projects Shipments of electronic government (e-government) credentials—including e-passports, e-identity cards, e-health cards and e-driving licenses, and others—are projected to reach 1 billion units in 2020, nearly doubling 2015 volume.Project-driven marketThe e-government and healthcare identification market is very much driven by individual projects. Whether these projects c...

SOSEC combines a five-metre automatic traffic barrier with optional drop skirt and LED lights to control vehicles, with a rugged, locked and self-closing gate for pedestrians The UK’s first mobile, solar powered barrier and gate system will be officially unveiled for the first time at the Construction Expo next month. Harnessing the sun’s energy, SOSEC is a revolutionary new approach to securing work sites; without the need for a power source it can be used anywhe...

Exhibitors at Security Essen have submitted 84 applications in three categories Numerous innovations give their premieres at Security Essen. Traditionally, a lot of new products and services are introduced to the trade public for the first time at the fair. Every two years, Messe Essen distinguishes pioneering innovations in security technology with the Security Essen Innovation Award which is presented in the Technology & Products, Services and Fire Protection categories....

New security features protect the system from cyber breaches via the network Morse Watchmans introduces enhancements to its KeyWatcher Touch that are designed to make the key management system even more flexible and useful in fulfilling the safety and security needs of resorts and casinos. New features being presented at Security Essen 2016 include security and notification upgrades and ease of use improvements, all driven by real-world customer feedback.“Now KeyWatcher...

SmartSec Europe 2016 will be attended by 120+ cyber security experts and implementation leaders Recent utility research carried out by Phoenix Forums indicates that cyber security is now at the top of European utilities’ organisational priority. With senior management investment and support in place, IT and OT convergence under way, and the threat landscape becoming increasingly unpredictable, utility cyber security teams have both the external motivators and internal su...

Mobilize CFR provides Community First Responders with incident mobilisation instructions via Android smartphones Thorcom Systems, a provider of mobile data and incident dispatch systems, has introduced Mobilize CFR, an innovative mobilisation solution for Community First Responders. It comprises an Android app and a managed internet gateway service that delivers mobilisation instructions, status updates, and local navigation, enabling emergency service organisations to improve...

The campaign is being organised by the DHF in a bid to focus attention on the dangers posed by badly installed and poorly maintained automated gates The growing campaign to confine powered gate accidents to the history books has received a significant boost with a number of influential organisations giving their support. The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) is the latest to put its weight behind Gate Safety Week (October 10 - 16). The campaign is being organised by the DHF...

Via a map display with icons, users can view events & alarms in real time & execute the desired action quickly At IFSEC 2016, Nedap and Milestone have announced a strategic partnership. Now, at Security Essen, they’re showing Nedap’s AEOS Access Control platform integration with Milestone’s XProtect Video Management System on their mutual booths at Security Essen. The integration enhances usability and offers ultimate choice of freedom. State-of...

The increased visitor numbers in Kuala Lumpur reflects keen interest in latest UK technology Integrated security manufacturer TDSi announces a 23% increase in visitors to its stand at IFSEC Southeast Asia 2016, compared to last year. The TDSi team at the show in Kuala Lumpur enjoyed meeting a range of installers, system integrators and end users earlier this month, with a sneak preview of its new web-based GARDiS solution being a key draw. Great amount of visitor enthusiasm a...