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The newly designed Ireland e-passport uses the latest security technologies to protect citizens’ identities HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced the successful roll-out of the newly designed Irish electronic passport (e-passport). HID Global joined forces with DLRS Group, the leading security printing company in Ireland, and X INFOTECH, a leading system integrator and MultiPerso software suite developer, to implement the Irish...

The brand new University Hospital Sant Joan de Reus, Barcelona’s most up-to-date health care facility, has chosen SALTO Systems XS4 smart access control system to provide advanced security management. One of Spain’s newest and ‘greenest’ hospitals, Sant Joan Reus has been jointly designed by the architects' studios Corea & Moran and Pich-Aguilera, specialists in hospital architecture. The hospital, which has 460 beds, specialises in treatments such as oncology, baria...

Lumidigm V-Series technology is included in the new Innometriks Rhino Touch biometric readers Lumidigm has announced that Innometriks Rhino Touch biometric readers featuring Lumidigm V-Series multispectral fingerprint sensors are now being installed by a major biometric integrator to validate TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) cards at approximately 400 TWIC card pick-up locations. The TWIC programme provides a tamper-resistant biometric credential to marit...

SSAIB is now accredited for OHSAS 18001 and ISO14001 SSAIB, the UK’s leading certification body, has notched up a double achievement with the news that it’s gained UKAS accreditation for two increasingly important standards affecting companies operating in the security sector. SSAIB is now accredited for OHSAS 18001, the British Standard for occupational health and safety management systems, as well as ISO14001 Environmental Management Systems. The Occupational He...

Managing Director John Davies will be meeting TDSi’s local partners and customers at the show Integrated security manufacturer TDSi will be attending the CPSE 2013 exhibition from 28th October – 1st November at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center. Managing Director John Davies, will be meeting TDSi’s local partners and customers at the show as well as supporting its Harmony Alliance partners, of which the company is a founding member. John Da...

HID Global’s ActivID Authentication Appliance provides a unified and integrated authentication platform for banks HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that its ActivID Authentication Appliance has been selected by the European Banking Forum (EBF) organisation as the winner of the Most Innovative Security or Risk Service or Product in the 2013 Retail Banking Awards – Security and Risk. Judges included key experts in the ban...

Research shows that a staggering 92% of exhibitors said that IFSEC International is their preferred event IFSEC International, organised by UBM Live, is excited to announce an extensive range of industry leaders to exclusively showcase their latest solutions at IFSEC International 2014, ExCeL London, from 17th – 19th June 2014. Providing unrivalled access to the entire buying chain, this is the exclusive opportunity for the industry to network with the largest selection...

Lone Worker Specialist, Connexion2, has released an updated version of its lone worker management platform, ‘MWMP’. Even more responsive to customers’ requirements, the MWMP has new functionality and an updated user-interface for optimum use on desktop PC’s, laptops and tablet devices. The platform is a tool designed specifically to improve the management of lone workers based across a range of remote-locations, offices or within the community. It also serves to further c...

Integrating home automation systems with traditional security monitoring systems has led some homeowners to an epiphany: when their smart home security system is triggered they can react to actionable alerts, capture real-time video, and take control of their family's safety and security. Control4, a leader in home automation, offers a wide range of security integration features designed to keep homeowners better connected with their home, apprised of activity whether they are home or away, and...

G4S' integration with ASSA ABLOY's Aperio will allow for seamless replacement of existing manual locks G4S Fire & Security Systems (UK), the leading integrator of fire and security solutions, launches its new seamless integration with ASSA ABLOY Aperio range of wireless locks. The integration between Aperio and G4S Fire & Security Systems’ Symmetry Security Management System allows security and IT managers to conveniently and cost effectively replace existing ma...

"Security & Safety Technologies" will be the main focus at TB Forum 2014 The main focus of the Forum "Security & Safety Technologies" exposure is complex systems and solutions for state and corporate customers from key economics areas: telecommunications, state bodies, fuel-and-energy complex, industry enterprises, transport companies, financial institutions. The Forum follows the world trend of demand, which points at purchasing complex solutions rather than separate...

TDSi has appointed Paul Ford as Export Sales Technical Engineer in a bid to explore untapped export markets Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi is extending its commitment to exploring untapped export markets, with the appointment of Paul Ford to the role of Export Sales Technical Engineer at TDSi. The company is already working on extensive market research of both African and South East Asian security markets, with the assistance of the UK Trade & Investment...

William J. Lynn III will serve on the NDIA board for a three-year term through 2016 DRS Technologies announced recently that its chief executive officer, former U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense William J. Lynn III, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the National Defense Industrial Association. Secretary Lynn will serve on the NDIA board for a three-year term through 2016. The board guides the association’s charter to advocate for cutting-edge technology...

HID is showcasing its government-to-citizen ID solutions as part of the exhibition HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it will be showcasing its government ID solutions at the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Ninth Symposium and Exhibition on Machine Readable Travel Documents (MRTDs), Biometrics and Border Security.  As a sponsor of this year’s symposium, Rob Haslam, vice president of Government ID...

Hytera digital radios ensured timely communication between the event management & security team  October 17th – 20th, 2013, the 15th edition of Venetian Macau Open 2013 took place at the Macau Golf & Country Club which was sanctioned by Asian Tour and Golf Association of Macau. Venetian Macau Open is the men’s professional golf tournament hold at Macau, the tournament has become one of the most important championships on the Asian Tour calendar. 144 to...

aptiQmobile will be available on Android NFC-enabled phones regardless of choice of carriers Organisations wanting to utilise Near Field Communications- (NFC-) enabled smartphones as their access control credentials for employees and students will be able to begin the transition through the use of aptiQmobile technology. Ingersoll Rand will be adding exclusive technologies that enable a secure peer-to-peer (P2P) NFC mode, letting organisations begin providing the convenien...

Image Sensing Systems offers its expertise and influence to help decision-makers work together Shrinking city resources. Growing crime rates. Increased security and parking needs. Jamming traffic. The future of our cities seems destined to be inadequately prepared to meet such challenges. Until you learn that Image Sensing Systems, Inc. a global leader in above-ground technology solutions, is dedicating significant resources to its "CitySync" initiative to improve saf...

What: Honeywell Security Group introduces new mobile apps for its popular LYNX Touch 5100 self-contained security system: The new L5100 Connect iOS app allows homeowners to control the system anywhere on premises within their Wi-Fi coverage areas on iPhone®, iPad® or iPod touch®. The app provides local control of the security system, and if so equipped, control of Z-Wave® enabled lights, locks, thermostats and more. This approach helps homeowners save money on energy and util...

“Before students start studying at Vestfold University College, they import their personal details via our website, which is then transported to the student database and imported into AEOS. On their very first day of college, students can step into our new photobox to log on to their personal account and take a picture. This picture will be saved with their personal details into the student database linked to AEOS. Printing the card for the new student is all there’s left to do for t...

Sukhi Ghuman will be working with his business networks in the UK and USA to increase Scancom’s market share Sukhi Ghuman, the multi-award-winning entrepreneur and founder of leading security provider Octavian Security, has been appointed as a Director of mobile telecommunications provider Scancom. After working closely with Octavian over the past five years, the Scancom board approached Sukhi for the position. His role will be to develop new business links and to open...

TB Forum 2014 represents the regional security, fire protection industries, and access control systems Transport security systems and technologies at modern airports, undergrounds, and railways have changed cardinally over the years. Recently transport departments and organisations are increasingly turning to new technology to ensure security of passengers and vehicles and to create an intelligent environment that allows easier access to information and enables portability...

www.effeffuk.com displays eff-eff's range of electric strikes, electric bolts, the Mediator range and more Assa Abloy UK have launched a new website for the world renowned electric strike range eff-eff which provides high security strike technology for a wide range of access control systems. www.effeffuk.com displays eff-eff's range of electric strikes, electric bolts, the Mediator range and more. eff-eff strikes ideally suited for glass doors The 934U Series of electric str...

TDSi appoints Stephanie Herridget, Amanda Wright, and Hannah Collins as its new Apprentices Integrated security manufacturer TDSi has demonstrated its commitment to training by appointing new Apprentices Stephanie Herridge, to its Finance Department, Amanda Wright to its Product Development team and Hannah Collins to assist with Operations. The recruitment of Stephanie (who will be studying for AAT in Accountancy), Amanda (HND in Mechanical Engineering), and Hannah is a key p...

KeyWatcher key system is used by the casinos’ security departments to track keys needed throughout the facilities Casino managers, like managers in any other market, leave nothing to chance when it comes to the operation of the business. To protect the bottom line and guard against fraud, they rely on established practices and procedures and industry favoured technology such as Morse Watchmans key control and management systems. At sister properties Casino Arizona and T...

Anthem Memory Care addresses the needs of seniors afflicted by Alzheimer’s and dementia Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that Anthem Memory Care has standardised on the Brivo OnAirv hosted cloud-based access controland video surveillance management solution for their future new care facilities. Key-Rite Security of Denver, Colorado is the dealer and installer for this project. In the United States today, a...

RITE Touch is perfect for indoor applications, combining elegant aesthetics with latest touch screen technology Adams Rite, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is debuting the brand new RITE Touch digital glass door lock at ASIS 2013, offering a new elegance to keyless access solutions for glass openings. “The RITE Touch is our very first digital lock specifically designed and crafted for glass door applications,” said Michael Webb, Vice President of New Product Developm...

SALTO GEO (Global Electronic Opening) cylinder was selected to be installed at the college The customer St Paul's College in Sydney, Australia, is an all-male Anglican residential college and affiliated with the University of Sydney. Founded in 1856, it is Australia's oldest university college and has nearly 200 residents, of whom about 150 are undergraduates; with the remainder being graduates undertaking further study or holding university positions. The college has a subs...

Michael O'Neal will contribute to the provocative View from the Top panel on Tuesday, November 5 at 4:45 p.m. Michael O'Neal, president of Linear LLC, a leader in residential and commercial access control, security and health and wellness solutions, will be a featured speaker at Securing New Ground (SNG™), the Security Industry Association's (SIA) executive conference at the Sheraton Times Square Hotel in New York. O'Neal will contribute to the popular and provocative Vi...

SCIF Constructors and Electronics have installed systems in government installations across 32 states and in nine foreign countries Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) congratulates SCIF Constructors and Electronics with a special award recognising the installation of their one-thousandth Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF). The alarm system component of all systems installed since 2002 featured DMP technology, which is widely used in government, banking, and oth...

Howe brings more than 20 years of experience in homeland and aviation security, and media relations VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced the addition of Ellen Howe to its leadership team. Howe brings more than 20 years of experience in homeland and aviation security, strategic communications, media relations, crisis management and social media to her new role as vice president of marketing. “We are de...