Access Control News

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies announced recently that its aptiQ™ multi-technology reader, which reads both proximity and smart credentials, now also reads magnetic stripe cards to provide users with a simple migration path to increased credential security levels, including various forms of proximity such as MIFARE® Classic, the industry standard for contactless smart cards, and MIFARE DESFire™ EV1, which leverages open global standards for both air interface and cryptograp...

Genetec™, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, recently announced that its highly anticipated Synergis Master Controller (SMC), an intelligent IP controller based on an open architecture, will be available in early 2013. Currently installed at over a dozen key customer sites around the world as part of a limited availability program, the SMC has been designed to address longstanding customer demand for non-propriet...

Aperio now provides mechanical doors with a wireless connection to existing 125 kHz access control systems using radio technology. This brings enhanced convenience and greater security to both users and operators. Mechanical locking systems are often combined with access control systems to secure buildings and control access. This poses a problem: two different systems and a potential security risk due to key loss. ASSA ABLOY’s comprehensive Aperio Technology can provide the solution. In...

Traditionally video analysis was defined as technologies based on simple motion detection. License Plate Recognition (LPR or ANPR) and Face Recognition were offered by suppliers of biometric solutions for controlled and cooperative environments. iOmniscient has brought together all these technologies so that they work together in uncontrolled non-cooperative environments of the type one confronts in a typical city surveillance situation. Further, the needs of customers have moved beyond just vi...

Honeywell recently announced a new version of its Pro-Watch security management system, Pro-Watch 4.0. The Pro-Watch system is Honeywell’s flagship integrated security management platform that allows large companies to easily manage complex systems that tie together access control, IP video surveillance, intrusion detection and building management technology for tighter security and increased productivity. Pro-Watch 4.0 includes new features such as support for wireless readers, new compli...

Pyronix are pleased to introduce the KX25LR-WE, the latest addition to the Enforcer two way wireless range of detectors. With all the same great features as the other KX detectors, the launch of this 25 metre long range detector means that the expanded KX wireless range can fulfil installers every need. The KX25LR-WE is the ideal detector for long range corridor protection, boasting features such as the one push to learn button, and designed with award winning innovation. The KX25LR-WE will pro...

Smartbel is the intelligent doorbell that calls directly to your mobile phone or landline, allowing you to speak to visitors remotely before opening your door. With Smartbel you can speak to the person at your door via your landline or mobile phone. So you can leave your home, office or business and never miss another delivery or caller! Smartbel is also perfect for people with low mobility who struggle to answer the door quickly. They can now answer the phone and inform the visitor they will...

Danny Garrido has over 15 years of experience in the security industry Traka USA, a developer of intelligent key management and locker systems, has chosen Danny Garrido as its new General Manager to spearhead the US market. Since Traka USA introduced its line of key management systems and solutions to the United States in 2008, the company has achieved massive success. Originating in the United Kingdom, and looking to continue expanding its industry growth in 2013, Traka high...

The agreement will allow customers to purchase PureActiv products, installation and support services from BAE Systems M&DS PureTech Systems, a leader in geospatial video analytics, recently announced that it has entered into a new reseller agreement with BAE Systems. The agreement will allow customers to purchase PureActiv products, installation and support services from BAE Systems' Maritime & Defense Solutions (M&DS) business area.  Headquartered in Arlingto...

The Awards will be presented at a special cocktail reception on April 11, 2013 during ISC West in Las Vegas Mission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is seeking applicants for the 2013 Mission 500 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Award and Humanitarian Award. The Awards will be presented at a special cocktail reception on April 11, 2013 during ISC West in Las Vegas. The...

Mr.Soliman will attempt to demystify the concept of Jihad and explain how it is not synonymous to terrorism ASIS International, the world’s premier association for security professionals, has announced that Fadel Soliman, Director of the Bridges Foundation will be a keynote speaker at ASIS Europe 2013. As a keynote speaker Mr. Soliman will attempt to demystify the concept of Jihad and explain how it is not synonymous to terrorism. Fadel Soliman is a member of the Inter...

Wallace is a former group vice president and chief financial officer of the Ford Motor Company Diebold Incorporated recently announced that the company's board of directors has elected Henry D.G. Wallace as chairman of the board.  Wallace has been a member of the Diebold board since 2003. He replaces John N. Lauer, 73, whom the board will not be nominating for re-election to the board at the company's annual meeting of shareholders in April in accordance with the company'...

Rebecca will manage AMAG’s team of regional sales managers and sales engineers in North America AMAG Technology, an industry leading access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, welcomes Rebecca Law as its new Vice President of Sales.  Rebecca will manage AMAG’s team of regional sales managers and sales engineers in North America to grow AMAG’s business, support customers with excellence and espouse AMAG’s Exceptional C...

The Broadway Center needed to  controland manage access to their theaters, halls,classrooms and office buildings Broadway Center for the Performing Arts in Tacoma, Washington began operation in 1983, but its buildings have been a vital part of the town for 90 years. Broadway Center’s Pantages Theater was originally a vaudeville house and the smaller Rialto Theater was a silent movie palace. In 1994, Broadway Center added a third theatre, Theatre on the Square. Situa...

After a competitive selection process Unilever has chosen Nedap to deliver their global physical access solution Nedap’s security solution AEOS is able to meet Unilever’s requirements in terms of flexibility, scalability and usability. AEOS is envisaged to secure over 20.000 doors in more than 800 Unilever sites around the world, including video surveillance. Nedap offers a global support model for implementation and maintenance of AEOS through its worldwide networ...

The INSIDE HDCP and DTCP-IP solutions allow consumers to share high-definition and high-value content among multiple devices INSIDE Secure, a leader in semiconductor and software solutions for securing transactions, content and digital identity, recently announced that Korea-based Telechips is integrating a host of INSIDE security solutions into its new family of set-top box processor chips. Telechips will add INSIDE DRM Fusion(TM) Agent solutions for HDCP and DTCP-IP and the...

The new access control solution is interoperable with the plant’s existing credentials HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, announced that its network access control solutions and contactless readers have been selected by Shenyang Transformer Group Co., Ltd. (Shenyang TBEA) in China to enable access level settings and area control to prevent unauthorized entry. The new access control solution is interoperable with the plant’s existing creden...

Tianjin Polytechnic University (TJPU) has decided on a partnership with Switzerland based LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, a leading manufacturer of contactless smart card technology for personal identification. Its School of Computer Science and Software Engineering will now be able to upgrade more than 3000 POS terminals to the latest LEGIC advant technology and to develop new terminals and access control readers for the whole campus. By integrating different elements of university life, the institute...

Thanks to LILIN, it is now simple to detect possible risks and act on incidents efficiently and in record time Nuestra Señora de America Hospital works hard to provide patients with the best care, supported by the most advanced technology. A complete security system made up of LILIN IP cameras has been installed at the hospital. The Nuestra Señora de América hospital consists of two buildings, the hospital itself (c / Arturo Soria, 103) and the Polyclinic...

Hospitals, schools, military, commercial and retail facilities often require openings that need increased monitoring, extra protection against theft or vandalism, or unique safety and notification solutions. For these applications, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies has brought together a suite of Von Duprin products that provide high security exit devices and indicators. “There are many openings that require elevated security based on the people, property and equipment that they protec...

The Azco Power over Ethernet extender (PoE) - AZIPPOE300 is a "PoE extender over coax" solution. By using novel RF technology, it can extend the transmission distance of power and 100Mbps Ethernet data over legacy coaxial cable to save –re-cabling costs.    In 2003, the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) ratifies the first PoE (Power over Ethernet) standard as 802.3af, which can provide capability of 15.4W power to remote PD (power device). Since then, PoE a...

Tri-Ed’s new logo relays the company’s core vision to be the preferred end-to-end solutions provider Tri-Ed, North America’s largest independent security distributor, is pleased to unveil its new logo, delivering one poignant message across its entire North American operation. Tri-Ed’s new logo relays the company’s core vision – to be the preferred end-to-end solutions provider in the security industry, connecting its customers with the opti...

Hytera DMR digital radios with GPS allow timely communication and a full display in necessary areas Background The Guayaquil Welfare Board (JBG) is an autonomous non-profit agency that has existed for over a century and is governed by its own statutes under a board of directors made up of distinguished personages from the city of Guayaquil. Since1888, this charity has been providing social assistance to millions of Ecuadorians in the areas of health, education, elderly care...

Handpunch allows oraganisation to record and verify an employee's punch by the size of their hand Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that SwipeClock, a web-based timekeeping solution provider and manufacturer of TimeClock™, WebClock™, FlexClock® and VoiceClock™, has extended its line of timekeeping solutions by adding the Schlage biometric HandPunch GT-400. The new terminal is twenty percent smaller than previous hand geometry units,...

WavestoreUSA is a global provider of Wavestore professional digital video and audio recording solutions WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for surveillance applications, today announced its official company launch. WavestoreUSA will serve North American-based security integrators, providing reliable, innovative and high-performance video management systems that support a wide variety of surveillance cameras and security technol...

Elbit Systems of America was selected with four other companies to provide the full spectrum of SUAS products Elbit Systems Ltd. ("Elbit Systems") announced recently that Elbit Systems of America, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Elbit Systems, has been selected for award by the U.S. Army ACC-APG, Natick Contracting Division on behalf of the Small Unmanned Aircraft System (SUAS) Product Office. Elbit Systems of America was selected with four other companies to provide the fu...

The new Schlage multi-family access control and property management solution, Nexia Property Intelligence, provides an efficient, cost-effective way to manage one or more multi-family properties from anywhere. The new property management solution leverages leading access control technologies, such as smart cards, wireless access control and modular locking systems. This innovative cloud-based solution provides operational efficiencies that simplify security for multi-resident property owners as...

In 2012, Fluidmesh unveiled its most recent trailblazing technology, FLUIDITY, broadband connectivity solution Fluidmesh Networks, a worldwide leader in wireless IP backhauling systems, is pleased to announce that it achieved record-breaking growth of 68% in 2012. A technology leader in wireless systems for security, industrial, and mission-critical applications, Fluidmesh provides solutions ranging from the simple point-to-point wireless link, to the large city-wide mesh net...

The Health Care Centre opened in 2006 andunites a range of health services The ClientSt. Peter’s Primary Health Care Centre is a state of the art facility combining leisure and primary health care services under one roof in the heart of Burnley, Lancashire. It was opened in 2006 at a cost of £29 million, and spans 20,000 square metres over ten floors. The Health Care Centre provides a unique range of health services from one central location and includes three GP p...

The guide includes a wide range of case studies showing how these security solution have helped protect properties Metal theft is a continuous problem in the United Kingdom and comes at a significant cost, with the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) estimating it to cost the UK economy £770 million a year. In light of this growing crime, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has released a metal theft guide to help property owners of varying types tac...