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IP physical security systems require a powerful mix of infrastructure components, ranging from robust high-speed cabling and PoE/PoE+ power delivery, to IPv4 and IPv6 connections and high-capacity network equipment. A single flaw in any of these components will seriously compromise system availability, as well as the overall security of a facility and its occupants. For that reason, security integrators must assure that the IP systems they install keep working for customers 24/7/365. The Signal...

The program will take advantage of the CP500’s unique combination of 600dpi printing capabilities Global Enterprise Technologies Corp. (GET Group), a provider of cutting-edge passport and ID systems, announced recently that the CP500 ID card printer has been selected as the exclusive photo ID printer for Phase 1 of the NATO TACTIC Program. The program will take advantage of the CP500’s unique combination of 600dpi printing capabilities and pigment ink for highly se...

The Proxim Wireless Tsunami™ MP.11 HS 4454 is an ultra-secure FIPS 140-2 level 2 certified point-to-multipoint solution Proxim Wireless Corporation, a leading provider of complete outdoor wireless backhaul systems, recently announced Northrop Grumman Corporation has deployed the Theater Deployable Communications (TDC) Wireless Distribution Module (WDM) for the U.S. Air Force using Proxim Wireless Tsunami™ MP.11 HS 4454 equipment. Northrop Grumman developed and prod...

The KeyWatcher system used by On Bike Share electronically secures and releases keys for bicycles A new bike sharing program from On Bike Share at Wellesley College provides students access to bicycles when they need them, using keys controlled and stored by a KeyWatcher® key management system from Morse Watchmans.   The Wellesley College program demonstrates On Bike Share's approach to simplify bike sharing for university, corporate and commercial locations. The pr...

The acquisition positions HID Global to serve emerging government and commercial markets HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has acquired Codebench™, a leader in physical security identity management particularly for the government sector.  The acquisition brings together two award-winning, highly complementary offerings in validation software and solutions for government credentials, and will enable HID Global to...

IPSecurityCenter enables data collection, verification, analysis, resolution and tracking CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, and e-Thele SQD Networks a market leader in the design, implementation and support of PSIM solutions for situational management in South Africa are working together on a comprehensive security management system for a fuel and gas transportation organisation. The solution based on IPSecurityCenter&tr...

ASSA ABLOYS's Security Lower Deck Doors maintain access to the lower deck level Bespoke doorsets from ASSA ABLOY Security Doors have been used to secure a purpose-built museum at the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, which houses a wooden hull that was submerged for 437 years. Housed in the new Mary Rose museum constructed over a dry dock, the ship was rediscovered in the 1960s, and has been sprayed for the last 18 years with a chemical to preserve its fragile timbers. Displayed...

The TBG will commence with "Designing fire safety into Talll Buildings whilst considering security" The Tall Buildings Group will be participating in the Counter Terror Expo Briefing Partners Programme with a series of sessions for senior professionals who own, manage, and design security and fire safety within tall buildings Tall buildings dominate the skyline of all the major cities in the world and present their own unique security risks. The world has drastically changed...

A brand new website, www.cygnus-sd.co.uk has been launched TeamGenesa.com, specialised in the distribution and support of CCTV and access control solutions to installers and specifiers nationwide, marks the beginning of the New Year with its rebranding to Cygnus Security Distribution (www.cygnus-sd.co.uk). The move of the ownership of teamGenesa.com to Cygnus Ltd from its subsidiary Genesa Ltd in August 2012, although maintaining the business within the same Group family, has...

McKinney, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, announced the introduction of its two-knuckle Square Barrel hinge that combines a slim, crisp appearance with high-quality construction. “Our new Square Barrel hinge is perfect for architectural and designer applications where customers are looking for something that’s a little more distinctive,” said Dave Higginson, ASSA ABLOY. “It matches perfectly with decorative levers and trim sets from CORBIN RUSSWIN or SARGENT and square pull...

Opengear enables Layer42 Networks to monitor its distributed IT infrastructure equipment including core switches Opengear, a leading provider of critical infrastructure management solutions, recently announced that Layer42 Networks has deployed the company’s cellular out-of-band solutions to assure Internet connectivity and co-location services worldwide. With Opengear’s IM4200 & ACM5000 cellular out-of-band management solutions, Layer42 Networks now has a flex...

Access Control as a Service could be the answer for suppliers looking to increase market penetration Access Control as a Service (ACaaS) offers additional revenue and end-user penetration opportunities that traditional access control solutions do not, according to a recent study published by IMS Research (now part of IHS Inc., titled The North American and European Markets for Access Control as a Service (ACaaS). “ACaaS presents more of a plug and play type installation...

Global Security recommended switching to a master system, on Mul-T-Lock's Interactive platform Mul-T-Lock and Global Security of Amblecote have created a bespoke Interactive master key system for Stourbridge College’s new £12m Art & Design Centre of Excellence based in Brierley Hill. Stourbridge College has around 11,000 students with study and training Centres of Excellence based in Stourbridge, Kingswinford, Kidderminster and Brierley Hill. As part of an ov...

CNL Software recently announced the further expansion of its operations in the Middle East CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it will be demonstrating its IPSecurityCenterTM PSIM solution, as chosen by leading law enforcement, Safe City and CNI organisations in the Middle East, at Intersec 2013. This year will be the 15th edition of Intersec, the leading regional trade event in the security, sa...

The 2012 PSIM World report counts NICE as the leading supplier of PSIM software based on revenues in 2011 NICE System is ranked as the global leader in providing Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software solutions, according to IMS Research (now part of IHS). The 2012 IMS Research Physical Security Information Management World Report counts NICE as the leading supplier of PSIM software based on revenues in 2011. This is the second consecutive IMS Research PSIM r...

Honeywell recently announced the introduction of commercial-grade fire control panels with features from the company’s VISTA Turbo line to provide additional functionality and save security dealers money and installation time. These robust solutions have been designed to more easily integrate with access control and leading third-party systems, provide additional smart sensor functionality and more. The new VISTA Turbo Fire models—the VISTA-32FBPT, VISTA-128FBPT and VISTA-250FBPT&md...

The Universal Stopper® (STI-13300NC) is a clear cover with an enclosed flush backbox.  It offers excellent protection against physical damage (both accidental and intentional), dust and grime as well as severe environments inside and out (Type rating pending). This indoor/outdoor cover fits over wall mounted electrical boxes and helps seal against damp or dirty locations. It is also useful when mounting on an uneven surface.  Other mounting options for the cover include surface or...

Besides IT security, fire safety and access security scores highly on the scale of business continuity Twenty percent of companies employing more than 1000 people do not have a plan that ensures the continuity of the business after a disaster. Among companies with ten or fewer employees this figure rises to 80 percent. These are the findings of a representative survey by Siemens Nederland. It is noteworthy here that almost 60% of these same large companies believe they should...

Fermax announces new business strategy for the Chinese market The most important security systems trade fair in Asia, China International Exhibition on Public Safety and Security, was the showcase chosen by Fermax to reveal its latest products and launch the new business strategy for the Chinese market. The specialist press opted for this moment to award the prizes for best brand, among them the Valencian firm. With over 1000 exhibitors, 150,000 visitors and 10 exhibition pav...

ACTentry V-IP allows any staff member on a computer network to receive video and audio over IP directly to their computer in order to screen visitors at a building entrance and then grant or deny them access. The product frees up staff who might otherwise perform only occasional reception duties and be unoccupied for long periods so that they can use their time to assist with other security and administrative tasks. The product is ‘green’ with an exceptionally low carbon footprint s...

LILIN's IP video solutions can reduce costs dramatically The brief One of the biggest fashion franchise chain stores based in Taiwan wanted an  IP video system for managing store window displays. The Headquarters of the chain stores is located in Taipei. Therefore, managing each window display by visiting each store became a time consuming task. The challenge There are two challenges (1) limited bandwidth available and (2) managing 300 sites’ video at HQ. Each si...

The awards program recognises how qualifying SECURE+ members  are making customers' lives safer The Electronic Security Association (ESA) recently announced its call for SECURE+ Award entries. Entries were accepted until Dec. 14, 2012 and were open to SECURE+ member companies. The awards will demonstrate how security systems with enhanced features have helped customers protect, control and connect their homes, families and businesses. The awards program recognises real-l...

QNAP Systems, Inc. recently announced new Turbo NAS V3.8 firmware; which incorporates sought-after improvements to Turbo NAS multimedia applications and new business features. New features of Turbo NAS V3.8 firmware include support for Windows® 8, improvements in Turbo NAS multimedia capabilities, the addition of Surveillance Station Pro, and proxy client for flexible yet secure Internet access in business environments. Firmware V3.8 supports the newest Microsoft Windows 8 operating system,...

Suprema, Inc., a global leader in biometrics and identification solutions, announced recently that the company’s latest fingerprint live scanners tested in full compliance and received certification from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for the agency’s FIPS 201 standards. The FIPS 201 certification set rigorous requirements on the image quality of fingerprint capturing devices for authentication of millions of US government employees and contractors, and is also valid in pr...

Audio over IP pioneer Barix addresses network downtime with its new Real-Time Clock accessory, ensuring that audio and control devices continue operating uninterrupted during network failures — keeping mission-critical operations for broadcast radio, streaming media, building automation and other applications on time. The market-agnostic, self-sustaining reference clock plugs into any device with an RS232 serial port, including but not limited to Barix IP audio and control products. The B...

With its seductive and essential design, and its technologically advanced interior, iLOFT has become one of Fermax most successful products in the international market. Now, Fermax has gone beyond that, transforming iLOFT’s singular aesthetic in a collection that offers versions that suit all tastes: surface and flush mounted, with different colors and with interesting accessories. A different model for each style and need. The iLOFT Collection is Fermax's latest proposal based on a monit...

CNL Software IPSecurityCenter PSIM provides COP for organisation critical security systems CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it has expanded its operations in the Middle East and North Africa in the wake of increased demand for its IPSecurityCenter™ PSIM software, and the successful deployments of some of the largest PSIM projects in the region. During 2012, CNL Software has increased it...

4Front offers a complete product range around docking systems as well as a large variety of accessories ASSA ABLOY has acquired the US company 4Front, leader in docking systems. 4Front offers a complete product range around docking systems as well as a large variety of accessories. "4Front, with its leading brands, is yet another strategic entry to the important North American market in entrance automation. I welcome this addition that further reinforces the ASSA ABLOY Group'...

City of Oulu deployed Idesco's readers to streamline their municipal employees' daily routines Idesco access control readers continue being deployed widely across the City of Oulu’s extensive access control system, currently serving thousands of municipal employees across two distinctive systems, all together in nearly one hundred buildings. Idesco readers were chosen for these systems by their respective suppliers, Stanley Security and Capitis Control. Importantly, the...

The new test system ‘Spectro TP’ – which has been qualified by GlobalPlat-form – advances interoperability in the Smart Card market. The all-interface Smart Card Conformance Test Platform will support operators as well as card and chip manufacturers in successfully marketing secure Smart Card solutions and services. Conformance testing for mobile terminals as a way of avoiding interoperability problems between terminals and cards in the field has been known for a long ti...