Access Control News

Urmet’s 2Voice two-wire video system installed at apartment block entranceshelps enhance resident & visitor safety  London and Quadrant (L&Q) Housing Association has opted to use Urmet’s 2-wire video door entry and access control systems at its new Walthamstow Stadium Development. The former Grade II-listed Art Deco greyhound-racing track, which first opened its gates in 1933, provides 294 new homes, predominantly in the form of apartments. Visitors a...

Iris ID has announced its new IrisAccess iCAM 7000S Series readers, which delivers a variety of upgrades to the popular iris recognition system. The new iCAM iris readers deliver faster performance, increased features, applications and greater integration flexibility. They provide onboard memory of 100,000 records and improved flexibility and interaction with a colour touchscreen available. iCAM 7000S units feature iCAM 7000S units feature the robust countermeasure package experts say already...

Profile A encompasses the tasks of common day to day access control functions ONVIF, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, has announced the Release Candidate for Profile A, a draft specification that establishes an interface for access control clients and expands the configuration options for ONVIF conformant access control systems. Profile A configuration Profile A encompasses the tasks of common, day to day access control f...

ISONAS provides Pure IP access control solutions to help improve safety in cities worldwide ISONAS Inc., a leading Pure IP access control system manufacturer, recently announced that the company will be exhibiting at the Secured Cities Conference in Houston, TX. This is the 7th Annual Secured Cities event and this year it will take place on November 10th -12th 2015 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Reliant Park in Houston, TX. During the conference, attendees will have the opportunity...

Anviz VF30 biometric-based terminals are installed in the automatic baggage packing machines of Milan Malpensa airport An integrated and fully-customised professional solution has been provided by Anviz for Milan Malpensa airport in Italy. The solution blends the Anviz VF30 biometric-based terminals to meet the needs of the airport perfectly. Installation site The systems were installed in several automatic airport baggage packing machines of Milan Malpensa airport. Backgro...

Latymer School is a selective grammar school for boys and girls aged 11 to 18. Established from 1624, the school aims to provide a broad and stimulating educational experience with very high standards. Situated in Hammersmith, West London, UK, the prestigious school features many listed buildings and includes a Great Hall and state-of-the-art technology, science and specialist ICT rooms. High security requirements With the very highest educational standards, Latymer School required a high sec...

SIP offers physical security installers an excellent partnership opportunity with regular product and market updates Recently, D-Link has announced the launch of its Smart Installers Program (SIP) in the UK and Ireland, offering physical security installers an excellent partnership opportunity with regular product and market updates. The SIP is a dedicated partnership program for installers of physical security who sell to small/medium-sized businesses and homes. Wit...

At the Connected Security Expo, industry professionals will experience physical security from an IT security lens Reed Exhibitions, the world's leading event organiser, recently announced the further expansion of its Reed Global Security platform with the creation of Connected Security Expo @ ISC West sponsored by The Security Industry Association (SIA). The conference led event will debut from the 6th-8th of April 2016 in Las Vegas and will be co-located with the la...

Over 1,000 of the MP5000 mobile deployable vehicle crash barriers are being utilised throughout the world Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, recently announced that 18 Delta Scientific 12- and 16-foot (3.7 - 4.9 meter) MP5000 mobile deployable vehicle crash barriers helped police and security personnel protect Pope Francis from vehicle bomb attack and errant drivers as he travel...

Peter Lindström will discuss how IoT enables better and more reliable solutions to a cost that is not increased All-over-IP Expo 2015 is delighted to welcome Peter Lindström, long standing leader of the New Business team for Axis Communications. In his address to the Russian IP industry, Peter Lindström will share his vision for the IoT trend and how it enables better and more reliable solutions to a cost that is not increased. The majority of security installa...

Access Group selected Amthal to maintain fire and security systems as well as ensure compliance with ISO standards Amthal Fire & Security is the total solution provider of choice for Access Group to ensure compliance with ISO standards and the safety and security of staff and visitors across multiple sites. Access Group is a leading author of integrated business management software, with more than 7,000 UK businesses and not-for-profit organisations using Access systems....

Vigitron will provide infrastructure equipment for PCSC’s growing line of IP/PoE based access control products PCSC, a provider of state of the art access control systems, and Vigitron, Inc., a global leader in analogue and IP infrastructure transmission solutions, have announced the expansion of their relationship to form a world-wide partnership. Under this agreement, Vigitron will provide infrastructure equipment for PCSC’s growing line of IP/PoE based Access Co...

The programme’s goal is to find and train account executives who understand the industry today As the security industry continues to technologically evolve, integrators are being forced to compete with other high-tech firms for a relatively small core of knowledgeable and experienced sales professionals. Xentry Systems Integrators, a security systems integrator focused on delivering best-in-class security systems and services, is meeting the challenge with an internal pr...

During the four days, a total of 12,706 trade visitors from 110 countries came to the show to find out about latest trends in airport industry The 20th anniversary edition of inter airport Europe, International Exhibition for Airport Equipment, Technology, Design & Services, ended with very positive results. During the four exhibition days, a total of 12,706 trade visitors from 110 countries came to the Munich Trade Fair Centre to find out about the latest trends in the ai...

The Global Center of Excellence Network helps minimise risks, preserve profits, automate efficiencies and gain real-time intelligence Tyco recently announced the expansion of its Global Center of Excellence Network, which enables multinational companies to streamline and standardise their fire and security systems around the world. Following the success of its Global Center of Excellence (GCoE) in Birmingham, Alabama, Tyco is opening and expanding facilities in key areas acros...

The companies are providing enrolment via mobile app, ICAO-compliant smart cards and production management International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Eleventh Symposium and Exhibition – DLRS Limited, the leading security printing company in Ireland, recently announced the successful roll-out of the Irish Passport Card. End-to-end secure identity solution DLRS Limited joined forces with HID Global® Ireland Teoranta, a worldwide leader in secure identity soluti...

FLIR System recently announced the release of the FLIR Griffin 844, the latest addition to its leading-edge Griffin 800-series desktop chemical trace detector product line used by security officials to screen personal belongings, parcels, cargo, skin, vehicles, and other surfaces for explosives and narcotics threats. The Griffin 844 delivers a significantly lower false alarm rate than other offerings, offers expandability to address future threats without impacting sensitivity, and ensures fast...

Having a local presence and expertise will allow Key Tracer to better support existing client relationships in the UK Key Tracer, a leading provider of key and asset management solutions, announced recently that the company will be opening corporate offices in the UK before the end of the year. A local presence will put Key Tracer in a stronger position to serve their existing customer base overseas, and to meet increasing demand for security solutions, which aligns with the c...

RFI looks forward to what Howard will contribute to RFI’s model of commitment to our customers’ security and safety RFI Communications & Security Systems is pleased to announce they have named Howard Wulforst Regional Manager. His focus will be to drive growth across operations in the southwest, including RFI’s Cerritos branch and the newest addition to RFI’s west coast footprint, the Las Vegas office. Howard entered the security industry more than...

The Aperio wireless cylinders, PINpad escutcheon, L100, and KS100 have integrated into the IP access control solution The Intelligent Technology Division of NBM Distribution Ltd – iTECH - is distributing Netgenium’s IP access control solution that is integrated with ASSA ABLOY Access Control’s innovative Aperio® technology. ASSA ABLOY Access Control, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions have worked with Netgenium t...

Zhanna Ermolina will talk about one of the first significant NFC deployments in Russia and key factors in NFC adoption Moscow largest ICT users have great stories to tell. Top ICT managers from Moscow Metro, Moscow IT Department and Moscow Traffic Management Centre are speaking at the Smart City Conference, taking place at the All-Over-IP Expo 2015 from the 18th to 19th of November in Moscow. Moscow Metro NFC adoption Together with the Moscow Department of Transport and...

Pulse One provides added visibility through a single collective view of compliance including security alerts and appliance health checks Pulse Secure, a leader in access and mobile security solutions to enterprise and service providers, and WestconGroup in Europe have signed a distribution agreement under which Westcon will market and distribute Pulse Secure’s full line of SSL VPN and Mobile Security solutions including the latest centralised management, policy control a...

Card holders should avoid presenting access control credentials to any readers that appear to have been tampered Farpointe Data, a DORMA Group Company, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, recently announced that since Wiegand is no longer considered inherently secure due to its obscure and non-standard nature, users, integrators and manufacturers need to be on-guard. Wiegand is the industry standard protocol commonly used to communicate cre...

The official signing of agreement took place at the GATE stand during the tour of exhibition on the opening day of the event At this year’s 20th anniversary edition of inter airport Europe, Mack Brooks Exhibitions has renewed the partnership agreement with GATE, German Airport Technology and Equipment. In the agreement both parties declare to continue their cooperation and mutual support. “Mack Brooks has worked in partnership with GATE since the very early days o...

Magenta Security was chosen due to its environmental credentials, CSR policies and dedication to security licensing Magenta Security has once again won the security contract for The Royal Parks, extending the successful relationship and retaining the high quality services the leading security provider offers. The leading security services company was first awarded the contract to provide guarding solutions to the Parks by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) in...

Mr. Hornung is responsible for Mexico, the Andean and South Cone regions, Central America and the Caribbean Genetec Inc., a manufacturer of unified IP security solutions, recently announced the appointment of Mr. Kris P. Hornung as Vice President of Sales for Latin America. In his role, Mr. Hornung is responsible for Mexico, the Andean and South Cone regions, Central America and the Caribbean. Based in Colombia, Mr. Hornung’s responsibilities include developing sales str...

The solution ensures a secure working environment without compromising the convenient interaction between employees The Milestone Systems XProtect Access Control Module is being used by Turvatiimi Oyj, a leading Finnish security company, to ensure a fully integrated, visual access control security system to protect the company’s new premises. The Finnish security company had various requirements that their new security system needed to fulfil: handling visitors secu...

Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, is pleased to announce the release of CEM System’s emerald TS300f Intelligent Fingerprint Terminal for AC2000 suite of access control and security management systems. This announcement coincides with the release of new features and enhanced functionality across the full emerald range. Enhanced security “The emerald TS300f Intelligent Fingerprint Terminal from CEM Systems...

Under the agreement, Vigitron will also provide service, training, and technology sharing for PCSC products PCSC, a provider of state of the art access control systems, and Vigitron, Inc., a global leader in analogue and IP infrastructure transmission solutions, have announced the expansion of their relationship to form a world-wide partnership. Under this agreement, Vigitron will provide infrastructure equipment for PCSC's growing line of IP/PoE based access control products,...

Nedap launches a new activity - ‘Nedap Mobility Solutions’ - within its business unit ‘Identification Systems’. Nedap Mobility Solutions enables people and vehicles in urban environments to swiftly and safely reach their destinations. The portfolio of Nedap Mobility Solutions comprises wireless vehicle detection sensors to assist motorists in quickly finding a parking bay and parking operators to optimise the utilisation. Moreover, city access control systems keeps pedes...