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Genetec a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, recently announced the availability of its SV-PRO Network Security Appliance line through certified integrators in its European and Middle East markets.  Ideal for mid-size and stand-alone businesses, the SV-PRO is a rack-mountable appliance that comes pre-installed with the unified video surveillance and access control systems of Genetec Security Center. Enhancements hav...

Over 403 senior security professionals from 37 countries were registered for the event ASIS International held its 12th European Security Conference & Exhibition on 14-16 April 2013 at the Swedish Congress & Exhibition Centre. 403 senior security professionals from 37 countries were registered for the event. On Sunday 14 April, the programme started with a professional tour of the Gothenburg Casino, giving insights on the challenges they face in securing this historic...

Videx have introduced a new range of vandal resistant modules designed to complement the successful VR4K vandal resistant door entry panel range.  The VR4K series can be used with many of the company’s door entry and access control systems, including the digital VX2200 system, audio and video kits and the Videx GSM systems. The new VR4KNP modules have a 12 gauge stainless steel fascia with a robust and visually attractive die cast frame, vandal resistant buttons and features to assis...

CyberLock’s security systems keep a track of physical assets of the church Raising the Level of Security on a Church Campus Nearly 20,000 members call Calvary Chapel in Costa Mesa, California, their home church. The Church was challenged with raising the level of security across their large campus. One particular concern was keeping track of physical assets that help them minister to their people. This included everything from sound equipment to furniture, desktop comput...

Exacq Technologies, a leading manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance, is pleased to announce the integration of CitySync license plate recognition (LPR) software with the exacqVision video management system (VMS). “The partnership between Exacq and CitySync will provide a highly effective tool that combines both video and data evidence from the same user interface.” Users can now utilise CitySync’s industry leading LPR s...

Fermax discussesed strategic plans for product launches, campaigns and international expansion policies As every year, Fermax has set aside time for analysis and planning. This time round, the Valencian company has opted for a decentralised and participative format that has been very well received throughout the organisation. During the meeting sessions, the commercial network was introduced to the strategic plans for product launches, campaigns and international expansion pol...

Idesco's latest reader, Access 9 CD 2.0 G, sports the convenient and economical GPRS portal for administering ID transactions. A robustly reliable portal, GPRS is a perfect cost-effective solution for sites unable to accommodate cabling. The Access 9 CD 2.0 G is easily deployed in the remotest construction sites, where no data transfer capability exists besides GPRS – the same protocol your GSM mobile phone uses. Naturally, Access 9 CD 2.0 G is designed to endure the harshest environments...

SALTO has developed and launched a brand new SALTO GEO (Global Electronic Opening) Swiss profile cylinders range for doors with a Swiss round profile cylinder mortise lock. Designed for use in applications such as switch solutions for garage doors or elevator panels, the new SALTO GEO Swiss profile standard cylinder is available with an inside thumb turn option or for doors where extra control is needed a double control (entrance & exit) function. It also has different cam options: 15mm cam...

IFSEC & FIREX Awards celebrateexcellence in product design, innovationand installation UBM Live - organiser of IFSEC International and FIREX International, the world’s leading annual security and fire events – has announced the shortlist for the IFSEC & FIREX Industry Awards 2013. Carefully drawn up from the wide number of entrants across the security and fire sectors, the following categories have been shortlisted: CCTV Camera Equipment of the Year, CCTV...

David Winner joins Streit after a career in the British Army Streit Group, the world’s largest privately-owned vehicle armouring company, is delighted to announce the appointment of David Winner to the key position of General Manager, Streit Group UK. Opened in London in 2012, the UK subsidiary is responsible for all of the Group’s sales and marketing operations across Europe and for consulting on European defence and security requirements and design solutions. Da...

John Reid and Peter Collins join Mayflex with 20 years experience of the security industry Mayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and electronic security solutions distributor, has strengthened its security division with the appointment of two new field sales representatives. John Reid and Peter Collins join Mayflex with 20 years worth of experience of the security industry between them. John joins the sales team as account manager covering the South Wales, Mid Wales...

Ingersoll will demonstrate its aptiQ readers, PegaSys access control and Interflex solutions at IFSEC 2013 Leading global provider of security and safety solutions Ingersoll Rand will be launching its new CISA eSIGNO contactless lock in addition to showcasing the latest security technology at IFSEC 2013 on 13-16 May. With a growing portfolio of industry leading security technology, the Ingersoll Rand team will be on hand to advise on the latest trends as well as demonstrating...

The Access Easy Controller reads the building's HID cards as unique data strings End user: telx has more than a dozen locations nationwide and is the leading provider of carrier-neutral Meet Me Room and Core Interconnection Facilities in North America. telx's network facilities deliver quality solutions for telecommunications carriers, ISPs, content providers and enterprise networks. One deployment at telx can seamlessly provide customers access to an abundance of global net...

The Brivo ACS WebService system monitors access to the cafeteria and the restrooms The Situation Summarising a lifetime of food service experience, Waytodough’s Ever Santana commented, “Most restaurant owners think they see everything — they actually miss a lot.” Santana is VP of Operations for Waytodough, a northern New Jersey-based owner and operator of 20 Dunkin’ Donuts franchise locations and a central baking facility, which services more tha...

The fire department installed CyberLocks on 25 narcotic safes and 46 on rescue vehicle narcotic safes Managing Access to Class 2 Narcotics As the largest fire department in the State of Nevada, Clark County provides emergency services to an area encompassing 7,910 square miles that includes the Las Vegas Strip and neighboring resort townships. They run a dual medical response system that incorporates their fire department and private ambulance companies operating under franch...

PureTech's new board consists of four strategic experts in fields related to the company's business model PureTech Systems is proud to introduce its new strategic advisory board. The board consists of four strategic experts in fields related to the company's business model. As a leader in geospatial video analytics, the PureTech leadership team will collaborate with the advisory board to gain strategic business and market insights to help the company continue to realise its vi...

ASSA ABLOY will showcase its new Aperio L100 electronically controlled lock at IFSEC 2013 ASSA ABLOY and HID Global technologies help millions of customers to access their world securely. ASSA ABLOY’s global leadership incorporates the combined power of award-winning technology from leading brands HID Global, ABLOY, Yale, Mul-T-Lock, Traka and effeff. At IFSEC 2013, all these brands are showcasing the cutting edge in access technology on one stand. See demonstrations of...

Streit Group will display its Spartan and Typhoon vehicles at LAAD Defence & Security 2013 Streit Group, the world’s largest privately-owned vehicle armouring company, is looking to Latin America as a new and potentially strong market for future growth. With over 100 models across a range of product categories – including luxury vehicles for VIP protection, cash in transit, security and commercial, and tactical military vehicles – the company is deliverin...

Exacq’s VMS solutions can now be fully integrated with the G4S Symmetry Security Management System G4S Technology, a leading provider of integrated building security management systems, announces partnership with Exacq Technologies. This collaboration further reinforces G4S Technology’s capability in the Video Management marketplace. Exacq Technologies Inc. is a leading developer of open architecture, Video Management System (VMS) solutions for security and survei...

Brivo's ASC WebService Cloud-based access control solution provides reliable, real time control of facilities The Situation Amneal Pharmaceuticals, LLC, is a U.S.-based firm that develops, manufactures and distributes generic pharmaceuticals regulated and approved by the Food and Drug Administration. The Challenge “We are in the narcotics manufacturing business, so security is top priority,” explained Rob Symbouras, DEA Compliance Manager and Security Manager. &...

The Brivo system helps to control access for over 3,000 Barefoot Resort residents, vendors and staff The Situation Barefoot Resort is a sprawling 2,300 acre resort living community that includes 14 communities each with their own pool, four world class golf courses, tennis and basketball courts, bike trails, walking paths, and South Carolina’s largest swimming pool. At the resort, Omni Management Services manages the Master Associations, which include more than 700 sing...

Brivo’s Ethernet based ACS5000 access control system was installed at the church The Situation Bethel United Church of Christ in Elmhurst, Illinois, houses administrative offices, a pre-school, and several meeting rooms for special events and functions used by groups at varying times of day and night. Prior to installing the Brivo ACS, Bethel UCC used a standard “keys to the kingdom” system—simple lock and key protection that gave the key holder total...

Brivo's ACS WebService manages access for CCC’s dorms, administration building, and maintenance buildings The Situation Central Community College is a multi-campus community college serving a 25-county area in central Nebraska. CCC’s three main campuses are located in Columbus, Grand Island, and Hastings. Educational centers are located in Holdrege, Kearney, and Lexington. Additionally, CCC uses a variety of distance learning techniques to provide educational serv...

VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently released the newest version of its PSIM software platform.  Version 7.0 enhances risk management capabilities and ease-of-use, allowing public and private organisations to improve overall response times, accuracy and organisational risk compliance.  The release features heightened 3D visualisation, advanced mobile application capabilities and detailed situation reports including video snap...

NICE Situator and NiceVision Net solutions enable San Diego to manage its complex security environment NICE Systems recently announced that the City of San Diego Public Utilities Department is implementing NICE Situator and NiceVision Net to help secure its water supply, following an order placed in 2012. San Diego is California's second largest city and the eighth largest in the U.S., with 1.3 million residents. The Public Utilities Department oversees one of the largest and...

SSAIB’s Marketing Manager will describe the advantages of its BAFE SP 205 UKAS-accredited scheme at the events SSAIB, the UK’s leading certification body for organisations, will have a double presence at this year’s IFSEC and FIREX International shows in Birmingham. The organisation is exhibiting on separate stands within both shows from 13-16 May at the NEC. A full complement of SSAIB staff will be on hand to discuss a range of topics on stand D35 (Hall 5) a...

The XS4 PBA12020 is EN1125 tested and approved and is compatible with both SALTO Data-on-Card and SALTO wireless systems, providing full control of the door at all times. It is also available with a passive leaf panic bar for double emergency exit doors. SALTO advanced panic bar solutions enable emergency exit doors equipped with panic bars to be controlled with an innovative stand alone electronic locking system, providing all the class leading benefits of SALTO but for emergency exits. Len...

Moxa's monitoring system receives data transmitted from serial monitoring devices Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, communications and computing solutions, announced recently the issuance of a new United States patent (No. 8396947) for its active monitoring system for serial monitoring devices, a technology that creates new efficiencies for SCADA systems. In a typical SCADA architecture, the SCADA system obtains monitoring data from an OPC Server that communicates to f...

TraceSecurity partners will be able to offer customers a comprehensive risk-based information security program TraceSecurity, the pioneer in cloud-based IT governance, risk and compliance (GRC) solutions, recently announced the TraceSecurity Partner Program, a new program and incentives that provide resellers with unique revenue opportunities.  TraceSecurity partners gain the ability to offer customers a cloud-based, comprehensive risk-based information security program,...

Across six days attendees will participate in advanced penetration testing and ethical hacking courses This June, the SANS Institute will host Pen Test Berlin, the largest dedicated training event for ethical hackers in Europe.  From the 3rd to the 8th of June 2013, the Radisson Blu Hotel on the bank of Berlin's River Spree will welcome IT security experts keen to update their skills and learn new techniques. Across six days, attendees will participate in advanced penetra...