Access Control News

ASSA ABLOY Access Control, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, a provider of door opening solutions, has strengthened its team by appointing a new Regional Sales Manager and Business Development Executive. Strengthening customer relationships In his new role as Regional Sales Manager, David Smyth will be responsible for identifying and qualifying new sales channels, developing and integrating new OEM partners, providing support to systems integrators as well as strengthening relationships with existi...

Retailers must contend with shrinkage, spurious slip and fall claims requiring high-resolution video recording for insurance protection, luxury concession tenants require rigorous intruder alarms, while internal theft necessitates role-specific access control. We all know that crime reduces the profitability of retail businesses, from small individual shops to large scale, multi-story shopping centers. But the loss to companies is much more economically significant than most people probably rea...

Young people in Las Vegas were given a gift when the Dream Center began its ID card program in 2006. They were given a sense of belonging. ID cards for attendance tracking The Dream Center is an outreach-driven church affiliated with the International Church of Las Vegas, dedicated to helping inner city families. In the fall of 2006, the center began using ID cards to track attendance at some of its programs for young people. “Our ministry provides hope by meeting both tangible and spir...

In India, there are 60 million families across the country who are below the poverty line, as prescribed by the Government. One of the insecurities for these families is the frequent incidences of illness and the need for medical care and hospitalisation. Illness remains one of the most prevalent causes of human deprivation in India, as majority of the workers are still without any social security coverage and insurance. To address the basic necessities of this part of the society and after a cr...

The Melbourne Cricket Ground, known to fans as simply ‘The G’, is Australia’s largest and most iconic sporting venue. With a history dating back to 1853, upwards of 100,000 fans as well as thousands of catering and hospitality staff, hundreds of security officers, police, medical teams, and media crews, as well as sports teams and match officials, flood the site. After a site survey, it was found that the existing access control system not only needed to be replaced, but takin...

The University is the largest and oldest institution in Jordan and has a population of more than 42,000 students and employs 1,400 faculty and staff members. The University has the country’s highest admission rate and is considered the leading university in the Jordan, as well as one of the most prestigious higher educational institutions in the Arab world. To secure its premises and assets, the University was looking for an efficient, robust and cost-effective card personalisation soluti...

The Port of Wilmington, which opened in 1923 and handles nearly 400 vessels and 4 million tons of cargo each year is the busiest port on the Delaware River, and the leading North American importation site for fresh fruit, bananas and juice concentrate. It was also the first seaport to use the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card, beginning with the TWIC Technology Phase pilot program in October 2003. TWIC is designed to add a layer of security at ports by ensuring that wor...

Christopher Columbus and his Spanish colonisers brought sugarcane into the Dominican Republic at the end of the 15th century. Today, agriculture is one of the most important sectors of the Dominican Republic’s national economy and sugarcane is the country’s most important agricultural product. The processing of the sugarcane stalk produces sucrose, the main product of sugarcane. Cane accounts for about 80 percent of the world’s sugar produced, while most of the remaining perce...

RTI, a control and automation manufacturer for residential and commercial settings, has announced a two-way driver for the complete line of DoorBird IP Video Door Stations. Developed by RTI, the new driver allows integrators to easily program DoorBird IP Video Door Stations into RTI automation and control systems, adding convenient and safe door access at home and from anywhere else. Intercom capability at all entry points "Having intercom capabilities at all of the entry points of a home prov...

Secure credentials & RFID wristband specialist ID&C has bolstered its team with the appointment of James Turner as VP of Sales, EMEA. James will be based in ID&C's UK office with a goal to develop the company's client base and continue to grow its reputation as the market leader across Europe. RFID access control and cashless payments Turner is well positioned for success after a previous role at Eventbrite, where he was part of the ticketing company's founding European team, and t...

LOCKEN, the smart key specialist, is stepping up its presence in the Balearic Islands, providing Palma de Mallorca Airport with a robust and reliable access control solution. Securing main runways The airport plays a vital role for the Balearics and welcomes around ten million tourists annually, that’s more than many other airports, which service much larger visitor destinations, including Rome and Barcelona. Palma Airport, the third largest in Spain, follows the frantic pace of the summ...

Prison fence provider Binns Fencing Limited has notched up 80 years in existence – with the plan to double its turnover by the time it turns 100. History of Binns Binns Fencing Limited, now a part of the Zaun perimeter protection group, is ideally placed to benefit from the growing fear of international terrorism, both from organised targeting of critical national infrastructure and the current trend for lone wolf attacks. However, the firm had much humbler routes. AJ Binns was first reg...

HID Global, a global trusted identity solutions provider, announced its cloud-based HID FARGO Connect solution has won the 2017 Campus Safety Best Awards in the Access Control & Identity Management category. As the world’s first cloud-based card personalisation and issuance solution, HID FARGO Connect untethers printers from dedicated computers to offer a new way to create, personalise and securely issue IDs and credentials.    “HID FARGO Connect addresses a growi...

Videx has launched a new offline, standalone proximity access control system. MiAccess is ideal for a wide range of buildings that have single or multiple entrances. This includes offices, residential homes and small guest houses, as well as fitness centres, caravan parks and small hotels. Steve Natton, Special Projects Manager at Videx, said: “The beauty of MiAccess is that it can be part of a multiple entrance (80 maximum) system without the need to cable between devices. This means tha...

Allegion, a provider of security products and solutions, and Open Options, a global access control solutions company, integrated the Schlage® LE wireless lock with DNA Fusion software to expand their offering of scalable security solutions. “Open Options is committed to offering the most up-to-date technology available,” said Jonathan Berman, President and General Manager of Open Options. “We have a long-standing partnership with Allegion, and the integration of the Schlag...

Delta Turnstiles, a designer and manufacturer of optical turnstiles for secured entry control applications, is proud to announce the second model in its Designer Series of turnstiles - the Sunrise. Unique features This bold new access control turnstile puts an accent on aesthetics. Similar to the latest Infinity model in the new Delta Designer Series, the Sunrise is circular in shape. But, synonymous with its name, the Sunrise model features a bright yellow to orange transition finish. The Su...

Traka UK has launched a new intelligent key cabinet, designed to offer controlled access management for critical keys at locations where space is limited and only a few credentials need to be managed. Full audit control capability The provider of intelligent key cabinets and locker systems has unveiled its new ‘V Touch’ as a secure unit with a seven-inch touch display, to accommodate up to five sets of keys. Powered by Traka’s exclusive electronics system, the V Touch present...

Fleet Source, a provider of training and auditing services for the road transport industry, has announced the launch of the UK’s first Terrorism Risk and Incident Prevention suite of products and training services named ‘TRIP’, specifically designed for commercial fleet operators. TRIP to educate on risks of terrorism In response to the recent escalation of VAAW (Vehicle as a Weapon) terrorism-related incidents, Fleet Source has developed a suite of counter-terrorism related...

IP-based ViP video entry systems from Comelit have been used to enhance security and convenience at three prestigious residential developments in Manchester. Direct calling to residents All three developments – by Manchester-based real estate company Renaker Build Ltd – benefit from Comelit’s ViP network systems using bespoke stainless steel door panels and Multi-User Gateways. These allow residents to operate the system by answering audio and video calls from the external un...

Johnson Controls, which offers a holistic system approach to cyber security through its Cyber Protection Program for security products, is pleased to support National Cyber Security Awareness Month this October. Now in its 14th year, National Cyber Security Awareness Month presents an opportunity for businesses and individuals to become educated on the importance of cyber security and seek partners that can offer the tools and resources to reduce the risk of vulnerabilities. Five weekly educat...

Security is the biggest challenge the world is facing and the need to safeguard people and property has never been greater. You need to know the products and solutions you’re making critical decisions on are fit for purpose, so IFSEC 2018 will once again partner the experts at BRE Global/LPCB to host the Attack Testing Zone. Attack Testing Zone expansions Following the hugely successful introduction of this new demonstration zone in 2017, the Attack Testing Zone will be expanded and move...

More than 60 prominent facilities managers, architects and door hardware installers attended a free event hosted by ASSA ABLOY UK, the global leader in door opening solutions, to discuss fire door safety at West Midlands Fire Service’s headquarters in Birmingham. The event – ‘It’s Time To Talk About Fire Doors’ – featured talks from Steve Shoker, Fire Safety Officer at West Midlands Fire Service; Dan Cooling, Associate at integrated building design business O...

Anixter is proud to provide a unique educational institution, Anixter University, to support industry professionals. The University offers an array of technical and standards-based information for contractors, integrators, end users and consultants. Based on best practices gained through decades of experience, Anixter University organises its technology curricula into colleges, and each college contains courses of varying technical levels. Tailored courses Courses are provided at no cost and m...

Suprema, a global provider of biometrics and security technology, has announced the launch of its CoreStation(TM) solution, unique to the industry and the most advanced biometrics-based intelligent access controller in the market today. Intelligent biometric door controller The CoreStation is an intelligent door controller, which provides the advantages of biometric-enabled security over centralised access control systems. Designed for mid to enterprise-level systems, CoreStation handles up to...

Gesher School is an independent primary school that caters for Jewish children with special educational needs Delta Security, the CCTV and access control specialist, is helping to ensure the safety of pupils and employees at the recently opened Gesher School with the installation of a sophisticated Salto access control and ID pass system. Day-to-day access Based in North London, Gesher School is an independent primary school that caters for Jewish children with special educa...

Honeywell announced the results of its comprehensive portfolio review, including its intention to separately spin off its Homes product portfolio and ADI global distribution business, as well as its Transportation Systems business, into two stand-alone, publicly-traded companies. The planned separation transactions are intended to be tax-free spins to Honeywell shareowners for U.S. federal income tax purposes and are expected to be completed by the end of 2018. “Today’s announcement...

Identiv, Inc. announced that integral components of the company’s award-winning, high-security access control portfolio — Hirsch Mx-4 and Mx-8 Controllers, Relay Expansion Board with 8 Inputs (REB8), and Alarm Expansion Board with 8 Inputs (AEB8) — have received EurAsian Conformity (EAC) and UkrSEPRO certifications. With this global expansion, Identiv and its Hirsch and Cisco partners are now approved to sell and ship the high-security physical access control products to EAC me...

For over 100 years, Adams Rite, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand, has been an industry leader in the commercial, industrial and institutional building construction industry. Recognised for innovative, forward-thinking design, this year Adams Rite is unveiling its new EX Series Exit Devices, showcasing advancements in mechanical to electrical upgrades, and providing a tech preview of the G100 Digital Glass Door Lock with wireless Aperio technology. EX Series exit devices features The new EX Series Exi...

AMAG Technology, an access control, video management, identity and visitor management solution provider, announces the release of the Symmetry M4000 Intelligent Controller. The new controller, the first available in a full range of controllers, is the next generation Symmetry panel to the Symmetry M2150 Controller. The powerful, flexible and reliable M4000 employs the Linux operating system, providing a flexible platform for future functionality enhancements. The M4000 provides distributed inte...

In the Biatta family, the craft of producing excellent wines is passed from generation to generation. Back in 1985, Giovanni Biatta, the forefather of the Le Marchesine operation, purchased the first three hectares in the area of Franciacorta, but the family has dedicated itself to a single passion for at least five generations: Excellence in wine-making. Heir of an ancient family from Brescia, the great-grandfather of Giovanni, Camillo Biatta, was a negociant eleveur, a noble and ancient t...