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64 of fire and security industry’s young engineers will head to IFSEC 2016 to put their skills against each other in live installation challenge IFSEC International, organised by UBM EMEA, have recently announced that all places on the prestigious Engineers of Tomorrow annual competition are now filled. 64 of the fire and security industry’s brightest young engineers will head to IFSEC International over the 21-23 June 2016 to put their skills against each other in...

Anviz also introduced a new generation of device-P7, the smallest PoE fingerprint pin and RFID standard alone access control The International Security Conference West 2016 (ISC West) event was a tremendous success for the organisers, exhibitors and attendees held from April 6-8 at the Sands Expo Convention Center in Las Vegas. Anviz announced the latest innovation at the show with an Intelligent Security System SecurityONE, which provides a building with the functions of ac...

The half-day event includes how access control can be successful in protecting owners from risk and liability Organised by the British Security Industry Association – the trade body representing the UK’s private security industry – this free-to-attend event combines advice on the latest in controlling risks and liabilities with access control, along with useful technical information focused on best practice in system design and installation. Best practic...

Urmet has launched the Max IP Touch, an Android-powered touchscreen video door phone that revolutionises the world of video door phones and brings smart home technology control and video intercom into the home via a single touchscreen. The thin, state-of-the-art screen uses swipe and gesture recognition similar to that of a smartphone and integrates perfectly into any contemporary interior. Users are able to view and speak with visitors at external door entry panels using the Max IP’s 7-i...

International software company, SMI Global, have this month launched a new Android device to their Mobile Access Control system. This is the latest development in their successful and continued mission to solve the common security problem of “How can you use a Wall Reader – when there is no wall?” SMI’s new Android device will provide a technical innovation to the access control industry that is currently dominated by other Windows-based rugged hand held devices. This...

The intelligence centre offers 24-7 fire and security monitoring, as well as two-way communication for signal verification and reporting Lodge Service is inviting security installers and property managers to view its new visitor facility at the Lodg:IC intelligence centre at Redditch, Worcestershire, on April 26 and 27 2016. Visitors can see the Cat 2 ARC and demonstrations of new monitoring and communications technologies and have their questions answered on issues of co...

Linde’s main tasks include expansion of content marketing, global networking of image and sales campaign Holger Linde, 46 years old, born in Hamburg, became the head of marketing for Geutebruck GmbH in Windhagen. Linde views his main tasks in the new position with the worldwide manufacturer of video security solutions as the expansion of content marketing, the global networking of image and sales campaigns and the development of new digital distribution channels. Respon...

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust provides emergency and acute healthcare to around 350,000 residents in the North-East of England, typically handling 135,000 emergencies and 400,000 outpatient appointments every year. It manages an annual budget of around £300 million. The Trust was looking for a secure locking system to control access to drug cabinets across three hospitals and for a staff roster numbering around 6,500. Key requirements included: A modern replaceme...

Obexion security roller shuttersprovide the highest level of security available for high risk locations Charter Global will exhibit their Obexion range of security shutters for the first time at this year’s Security and Counter Terror Expo, Olympia, London. Obexion is designed for high risk locations The Obexion team will showcase their range of high security roller shutters. The 'Obexion MD SR5' shutter is certified to LPS 1175, Issue 7, SR5 and is designed to provide...

Genetec Inc. “Genetec”, a leading provider of open-architecture, unified IP security solutions recently began shipping the new version of its Turnkey Network Security Appliance, the SV-32 v2. Available immediately to certified members of the Genetec™ Channel Partner Program and end users around the world, SV-32 v2 is a turnkey solution that enables organisations to deploy a unified or standalone IP/Analogue video surveillance and access control system while maintaining their ex...

The SSS will consist of workshop-led programme, covering a wide spectrum of security and safety sectors Saudi Arabia’s leading security, fire and safety workshops and exhibition will return in May 2016. The renowned event will be taking place from the 16-18 May 2016 at The Dhahran International Exhibitions Center, Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Saudi Safety & Security Forum and Exhibition, annually attracts industries from the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, the...

Gareth will continue ASSA ABLOY's journey of integrating with third party OEMs to provide innovative access control solutions ASSA ABLOY Access Control, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions has appointed Gareth Ellams as its new Managing Director. Gareth has twenty years of experience working in the security industry, including two years at ASSA ABLOY where he launched a number of new products into EMEA including Aperio® L100. Cost-eff...

The conference is a touchstone in the biometrics community and provides attendees with opportunities to interact MorphoTrak, a subsidiary company of Morpho (Safran), announced recently that Jeff Bauman, a survivor of the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, will be a keynote speaker at the 37th annual MorphoTrak Users Conference set to take place on May 24 – 26, 2016 in Costa Mesa, CA. Opportunities for biometrics community The conference is a touchstone in the biometrics com...

Start-Up Sessions will provide the perfect opportunity for new global exhibitors to stand out and connect with local industry All-over-IP Expo, a Russia-s leading networking platform for global IT, surveillance and security vendors, key local customers and sales partners since 2008, has announced the launch of Start-Up Sessions that support new exhibitors. At this year’s event, taking place in Moscow on 23 and 24 November, Start-Up Sessions will provide the perfect oppo...

King County is using the C CURE 9000 platform to integrate its many access cards, cameras and doors Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announced recently that King County, Washington, has deployed the C•CURE 9000 access control solution to provide a single management platform for increased security across the region. Integrated security system The most populous county in the state of Washington...

Crome Court was designed to minimise environmental impact. Aperio®'s locking technology had to contribute to that goal When a leading English university sought electronic locks for its newest student accommodation block, it turned to Aperio® to extend its installed Gallagher Command Centre access control system. Energy saving wireless solutions The University of East Anglia (UEA) has relied on Gallagher access control for a decade. To extend their Gallagher Command C...

Scan-X new x-ray machines are NUCTECH CX6040BI - a dual-energy x-ray inspection system Scan-X Security, specialists in security screening, security x-ray machines and metal detection archways, has invested in an additional five new x-ray machines from leading manufacturer Nuctech to cater for a surge in demand for their products. Suitable for security and customs The Midlands based security firm operates globally and has invested over £250,000 over the last twelve...

Best Security Industries (BSI), a premiere provider of certified, pre-owned and private label electronic article surveillance (EAS) systems and engineered IP video solutions, recently announced the addition of a new line of private label Acousto-Magnetic (AM) Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) systems, branded Centurion AM. Various configurations available The Centurion AM Systems come in a variety of configurations including stand-alone pedestals, door frame mounted and concealed loop solu...

AccessXpert is enabled by Feenics’ cloud-hosting capabilities to deliver advanced security, access control and alarm notification features Feenics, Ottawa, Canada, announced a strategic partnership with Schneider Electric, Dallas, and its new AccessXpert cloud-ready security management solution. Unveiled at ISC West 2016, AccessXpert provides building owners, managers and security personnel with mobile access, intrusion detection, access control, alarm management an...

ISC West 2016 launched the SIA sponsored Connected Security Expo, offering keynotes addressing cyber security future Following a recent trend spanning the last several years, attendance at ISC West sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA) has once again broken new records. The 2016 edition of ISC West attracted the largest attendance and hosted the largest number and square feet of exhibits in the long history of ISC West. The ISC West exhibition floor saw a reco...

Cognitec released a new software version for its face recognition technology used in eGates for automated passport control procedures. Latest matching algorithm for recognising passport images FaceVACS-Entry combines smart hardware for facial image acquisition with market-leading software for verification processes, and is ready for integration into electronic gates (eGates) at border control checkpoints. The new software release, FaceVACS-Entry 5.3, includes Cognitec’s latest matching...

It’s efficient, easy to use, has great coverage and the back-up and technical support are the most impressive elements Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Trust has turned to Skyguard’s BS 8484 approved personal alarms to safeguard their community-based staff tasked with providing in-home services.  Provides discreet protection for lone working staff Skyguard’s keyfob sized MySOS devices were implemented as a means of discreet protection for l...

Secutech is one of the most influential international exhibitions for electronic security, home security, info security and fire & safety Taipei will become the focus of the international security industry again as the 19th edition of Secutech is set to commence next week at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center in Taiwan. The show is renowned as one of the most influential international exhibitions and conferences for electronic security, home security, info security and f...

HID and SureID integration enables organisations to verify the identity of vendors, contractors to increase security HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, and SureID, Inc., a leader in identity management programmes and solutions, recently announced a technology alliance that combines HID Global’s breakthrough Seos® credential technology with SureID’s high-assurance identity management programs. These programs provide organisations...

ACT, manufacturers of access control and VMS solutions, have launched their latest cloud-based product ACT365 in a unique way. Cloud-based integrated solution The challenge was to convey the major benefits of ACT365 in a simple yet interesting and fun manner. ACT365 is a cloud-based integrated access control and video management solution that can be accessed from anywhere in the world using a web browser or the ACT365 smart phone App. ACT365 suits applications that require remote access, need...

Aiphone has launched IX, a new IP network based intercom system which provides communication with an infinite number of doors and is designed to interact with other IP devices and security systems. The IX system offers video entry security, internal communication, emergency stations and multicast paging. All of these functions can be implemented between remote locations over large areas and distances, making IX an ideal solution for any type of application involving multiple locations such as a...

Her new role will see her grow both the manned and mobile security services of Kings Security Carrie Eastwood has joined Bradford based Kings Security, the largest privately owned provider of security systems in the UK, as head of sales for the business’ guarding division. Focusing on manned and mobile security services Carrie brings over 13 years of industry experience to her new role having previously worked for businesses including Securitas, VSG and The Keyholding...

The development required a total of 15 digital style entrance panels and 525 audio phones Videx was chosen to provide an audio door entry system, complete with a concierge facility, to a significant new residential development for students attending the University of Leeds. The large-scale development consists of 525 Bedrooms across four main blocks and it was vital that each apartment had secure door entry as the safety of the students was paramount. Steve Natton, Projects M...

The AXIS A1001 network door controller operates on a flexible platform, built to easily adapt as security needs at a site change. Now with seamless integration of Aperio® wireless cylinders, escutcheons, locks and server solutions, administrators can manage an entire AXIS access management system from a single, easy-to-use interface, controlling standard wired locks alongside Aperio® battery-powered locks from ASSA ABLOY. AXIS and Aperio integration offerings Once installed, an Aperio...

The new PSSEU will be led by Tony O’Brien who has over 20 years of experience in enterprise solutions Panasonic has recently announced the creation of a new European solutions company that will bring together its various business products and develop world class solutions for its customers, offering a single point of contact and accountability. Panasonic System Solutions Europe (PSSEU), a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe, founded on 1 April 2016, develops market s...