Access Control News

The prestigious Judges' Choice Award was presented to Thermal Imaging Radar for Hydra CrucialTrak's Biometric Access Control System (BACS) took top honours as Best New Product in the SIA New Product Showcase (NPS) at ISC West 2017, announced the Security Industry Association (SIA). Four biometric identification technologiesBACS is the world's first multi-biometric authentication technology, providing the highest security measures by layering four different biometric authentic...

Quantum Secure’s SAFE 5.0 represents the next generation in physical identity and access management software Quantum Secure, part of HID Global, a provider of secure identity solutions, continues to grow its roster of end users for its SAFE platform. 2016 growth was seen in the application of all SAFE core technologies and was additionally fuelled by further expansion of the SAFE offerings including SAFE Tenant Manager, SAFE Sports and Events and SAFE Predictive Risk Ana...

Tyco's exhibit will highlight integrated cyber-secure management platforms and solutions Tyco Security Products returns to ISC West in Las Vegas between April 5th-7th in Booth 20005. The exhibit will highlight the integrated cyber-secure management platforms and solutions ranging from complex enterprise environments to smart, active households. These solutions provide end users with actionable intelligence and deep operational benefits far beyond traditional core security fun...

Cloud Concierge offers monitoring centres to easily add access control to their portfolio of monitored services Galaxy Control Systems, a provider of integrated access control and security solutions, will unveil its new Galaxy Cloud Concierge solution at ISC West 2017. More than just a hosted access control solution, Galaxy Cloud Concierge is a complete turnkey, cloud-based, fully hosted and managed access control and monitoring solution that includes professional 24/7 managem...

Airports and ports are some of the world’s busiest environments, making safety and security a primary concern for the sector. By their very nature, these facilities need to be open, efficient and accessible, but due to the high volume of traffic that these areas generate, they are a popular target for terrorism, smuggling and theft. These kinds of incidents have the potential to cause loss of life, economic impacts, insurance losses and business interruptions. Transport issues Vanderbilt...

The 4000 series is an audio and video entry panel system to meet a wide range of access control needs Videx has introduced a range of rain shields for its popular 4000 series modular door entry range. Customisable for any application range The 4000 series is an audio and video entry panel system to meet a wide range of access control needs. It can be customised for any application range, from smaller installations such as residential and private housing applications, to larg...

The Gate Safety Week campaign aims to spread awareness about the dangers of unsafe gates DHF has announced the dates of this year’s Gate Safety Week as 9th - 15th October, 2017. The campaign, a DHF initiative launched in 2014, is an on-going crusade aimed at creating awareness about the installation and maintenance of automated gates. Year-long activity culminates in a week of intense campaigning each October, with the initiative growing steadily over the past three year...

Secure Media Exchange (SMX) provides a simple, safe way for industrial plants to use USB-removable media and manage USB ports Honeywell Process Solutions (HPS) announces a new solution for industrial sites as they balance productivity and cyber security demands. Honeywell’s new Secure Media Exchange (SMX) protects facilities against current and emerging USB-borne threats, without the need for complex procedures or restrictions that impact operations or industrial personn...

Elekta glass entry panels have been installed to minimise visual impact on the iconic architecture Urmet has added to its portfolio of heritage buildings with an installation at the world-famous former BBC Television Centre in White City, London. The 14-acre complex is one of the capital’s most recognisable landmarks, with a frontage and statues that are known to television viewers around the world. Many features are Grade II-listed and will remain as part of the new re...

Checkmarx’s unique and extensive coverage of programming languages met the bank’s requirements Checkmarx, a provider of application security testing, announced that an American international banking and financial services holding company is implementing the Checkmarx solution to further strengthen its security posture and deliver secure applications to its customers. This means that four of the largest American banks have adopted Checkmarx to enhance their applicat...

StoneLock Pro’s proprietary NIR technology measures over 2,000 points of reflectivity at the sub-dermal level StoneLock, a designer and manufacturer of secure facial-recognition access control solutions, announces that it is participating at ISC West, April 4-7, 2017 at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas. In addition to the StoneLock exhibit space at Booth #7040, StoneLock technology will be demonstrated with industry partners AMAG at Booth #10053, Boon Edam at Booth #8037, HID...

RISK360 is a comprehensive, Microsoft Azure cloud-based application G4S, the global, integrated security company, will demonstrate an enhanced version of RISK360, an award-winning incident and case management software, at ISC West at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, April 5-7, 2017. RISK360 is a comprehensive, Microsoft Azure cloud-based application that provides security teams the ability to report, track and resolve cases while providing leadership with insights to make...

Mercury Security has identified key trends that will influence the access control market Mercury Security has identified key trends that will significantly influence the access control market and drive the next generation of security systems in the coming years. The company’s forecast is based on its unique insights as a market leader in access control technology, with over three million panels sold and the largest installed base and greatest accumulated run time of any...

Navi Mumbai officials have the benefit of operating in a modern environment, maximising Qognify’s Safe City solution Qognify, the provider of big data solutions for physical security and operations, announces the successful implementation of its market-leading Safe City solution in Navi Mumbai, a planned township that was established to handle the population overflow from the overcrowded and ever-growing city of Mumbai. Together with CIDCO (City and Industrial Developmen...

uTrust TS Cards simplify the migration process by supporting the common Wiegand data formats used on proximity cards Identiv, Inc. announced the next version of the company’s uTrust TS Cards, high-security, high-frequency smart credentials to upgrade physical access control. The latest version features a MIFARE DESFire EV2 secure chip from Identiv’s technology partner NXP Semiconductors. uTrust TS Cards complement Identiv’s existing credential portfolio...

GET Group NA delivers solutions necessary for the enrollment of individuals to issue secure documents GET Group North America, a provider of high-assurance security solutions that enhance Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) operations, will be showcasing biometric identification technology for live capture and enrollment in the Document Security Alliance (DSA) Pavilion (booth 6058) at ISC West 2017. Live capture GET Group NA, along with Covestro LLC (security...

Unified Wired systems include options for deploying intelligent networked power solutions and managed services Time is money. Security installation companies need new ways to trim time in the field so they can quickly and efficiently connect solutions and move to the next project without intensive labour constraints. LifeSafety Power® Inc. has the answer with Unified Wired™ systems that pre-wire all lock and system power connections to Authentic Mercury Security...

Pro Control will demonstrate how its system components allow users to easily manage any environment Pro Control, a division of Remote Technologies Incorporated, has announced that it will showcase affordable and powerful remote control and processing products, including its Z-Wave lighting control solutions, at ISC West, April 5th-7th, at the Sands Expo Centre in Las Vegas. Exhibiting within the ADI Pavilion in booth 24144, the company will demonstrate how its system componen...

Observable provides security professionals with an out of the box, self-healing solution Observables Inc., a startup that has created a revolutionary all-in-one access control, automation, surveillance, security and alarm system for security professionals, will be debuting the IOBOT Signal Router powered by the AlwaysON Cloud service at ISC West. In today’s connected world, consumers demand smart products and apps to connect, manage, monitor and control their experience...

The Z-Wave Pavilion is now in its third year at ISC West and will feature pods representing nine member companies The Z-Wave Alliance, an open consortium of 450 member companies supporting the Z-Wave wireless home control technology, will host the Z-Wave Pavilion in Booth 26065 at ISC West 2017 in Las Vegas. Z-Wave Alliance new members The Z-Wave Alliance heads to the security show with over 90% penetration in the smart security market and now has over 1700 certified device...

Biamp Systems' Vocia is designed to eliminate the potential for a single point of system failure Biamp Systems, a provider of innovative, networked media systems, will showcase Vocia®, its award-winning networked paging and voice evacuation system at this year's ISC West in booth 6132 from April 5th-7th, at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas. Reliable ECS Using a decentralised network architecture, Vocia is designed to eliminate the potential for a single point of system failu...

BIM combines multiple data streams which allow architects, designers, and specifiers to generate a comprehensive virtual 3D model of a building Building Information Modelling (BIM) will change the way in which buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained, so together with NBS, part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd., SALTO Systems Limited has now launched a range of products on the NBS National BIM Library. Wide range of innovative products The products include wire-free electr...

ASIS International (ASIS) and the ASIS New York City Chapter, are co-hosting the two-day programme The latest best practices in anti-terrorism, risk management, and intelligence gathering for securing large cities and businesses around the globe will be the focus of the ASIS 27th New York City Security Conference & Expo, taking place at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Centre in New York City between 7th-8th June 2017. Security management professionals In addition to being...

In 2017, Honeywell has committed to investing in its video portfolio with both hardware and software innovation This year at ISC West, Honeywell will highlight new software advancements and video surveillance solutions to enhance consumer’s lives in connected homes and ensure the safety and productivity of people in connected buildings. Driving innovation in video surveillance “With the continuous expansion of connected ecosystems, software is playing a much bigg...

ONVIF is a sponsor of CCPSE, which is the largest security exhibition in the southwest region of China ONVIF, a standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced that it will speak at China Chengdu International Community Public Safety and Security Products and Technology Exhibition (CCPSE), to be held 13th – 15th April, 2017, at the Century City New International Convention and Exhibition Centre in Chengdu, China. ONVIF is also a sponsor of t...

The SR-500 line is ideal for the perimeter security of airports, seaports, government facilities and more Magos Systems Ltd., a designer and manufacturer of miniature plug & play radars for perimeter security applications, will display its family of unique radars for critical infrastructure protection at ISC West 2017 in Las Vegas at booth # 4137. Perimeter security The SR-500 line is ideal for the perimeter security of airports, seaports, government facilities, correcti...

AC2000 v8 includes data partitioning and offers enhancements for multi-site customers Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, announces the release of AC2000 v8, which offers new features that increase the performance, simplicity, and scope of the AC2000 access control system suite from CEM Systems. These include AC2000 Data Partitioning and enhancements to AC2000 Security Hub command and control application. CEM Systems has also released enhancements to the emerald...

Siklu develops millimetre wave wireless solutions for the physical security market, with a full line-up of point-to-point EtherHaul radios for street level and rooftop connectivity Siklu Inc., the global market provider of millimetre-wave solutions, unveils the MultiHaul, a revolutionary point-to-multipoint millimetre wave wireless solution for the physical security market. The new millimetre wave radio extends Siklu’s multi-gigabit product line to include an easy to ins...

Ten million inhabitants of Germany and the Netherlands live within 60 minutes’ drive from Airport Weeze, making it an important gateway in the region. To comply with the highest standards of airport security, Airport Weeze updated and improved its security measures. On 1st May 2003 the airport started scheduled flights. The numbers of passengers were impressive right from the start. A respectable 207,992 passengers already passed through in the first year and by 2012 this had risen t...

At the ISC West 2017 exhibition in Las Vegas, CIVINTEC released new generation smart wall readers and Android|Linux smart terminals, which are newly designed with NFC+BLE (Bluetooth low energy) and RS485 OSDP protocol. CIVINTEC uTouch management platform uTouch is a programmable and versatile Android smart terminal management platform able to work with NFC and Bluetooth smart phone and biometric technology for multi-application integration. With a highly sensitive 7.0-inch touch screen, u...