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David Evans is the Project Director of the Close Protection co-ordination unit With the Olympic and Paralympic Games about to arrive in London, time has almost run out for visiting VIPs and dignitaries looking to secure quality Close Protection for their visit to the UK. To help visitors locate a reputable supplier, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has launched a dedicated Close Protection co-ordination unit, which puts visiting dignitaries in touch with suppl...

The University of Warwick is installing 60 SALTO electronic mailboxes The brand new Sherbourne Hall of Residence at The University of Warwick has selected a SALTO lockable electronic mailbox solution manufactured by The Safety Letterbox Company. Warwick’s on campus accommodation has over 6,500 bedrooms available for the 2012/2013 academic year. The latest of phase of this is the new Sherbourne development, which is situated in pleasant green surroundings approximately 1...

Over the Air (OTA) technology enables remote introduction of new UICC services and applications without the need to exchange the card. The complexity of the OTA setup, however, compels network operators to test comprehensively. COMPRION’s OTA test system simulates complex OTA use cases so that communication errors in this setup are detected before expensive service rollouts. OTA has recently gained importance due to a variety of developments such as the growing supply of uniform basic car...

Even before considering the extreme nature of its sub-arctic climate, Fairbanks International Airport is unique in many ways. While serving a local population of only 82,000, the airport offers non-stop passenger service to Europe, Asia and Canada, making Fairbanks the smallest U.S. market to offer this level of international air service. In the words of Mike Supkis, Police and Fire Chief of the airport, “We are a little airport with a lot of really big planes.” The extensive interna...

Honeywell's NetAXS-123 is industry's first to offer video surveillance without the need of DVRs or NVRs Honeywell has added advanced video capabilities to one of its most-popular – and most-affordable – access control systems, giving owners of small to mid-size businesses a new option for improving building security. The company’s award-winning NetAXS-123 offering is the first access control technology of its kind to provide video surveillance without requiri...

G4S Technology will include new access control and barriers within the Marlborough Building G4S Technology, a leading building security solutions provider, are delighted to announce they have been chosen to manage the major expansion and upgrade work to City & Islington College’s access control system, in time for the 2012/13 enrolment intake in September. G4S Technology continues to build its long standing relationship with City & Islington College, and over t...

QNAP Turbo NAS customers can securely access and share files with the TappIn service to safeguard content QNAP Systems, Inc. announced a partnership with TappIn, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of GlobalSCAPE, a leading innovator of secure information exchange solutions for businesses and consumers. TappIn by GlobalSCAPE's secure content mobility solution will be available to QNAP's customers using the storage vendor's popular NAS devices. TappIn provides a secure, integrated...

Videx Security's GSM access control systems now have a capacity for up to 1000 apartments, or are suitable for just a single property. They are now available in both the popular 4000 Series and vandal resistant versions in standard and digital keypad/LCD display formats. They provide users with complete freedom of control and are a truly wireless access control solution. They use mobile phone technology to communicate with and operate doors or automatic gates.  Both GSM kits and systems ar...

Suprema launches BioEntry W, a Fingerprint IP reader featuring vandal-resistant and waterproof structure. With its   rugged IP65/IK08 certified protective structure, BioEntry W designed for outdoor installation and harsh operating environments. Packed in a mullion-sized body, BioEntry W features multi award-wining Suprema fingerprint algorithm with loads of innovative features. For outdoor installations, BioEntry W offers class-leading dust and water protection by featuring IP65 certi...

G4S Technology announces the launch of the Symmetry V7 software. This feature-rich release builds on the extensive Symmetry Security Management System with new modules, features and dynamic enhancements that significantly improve functionality, reliability, security and compatibility.  All Symmetry software suites, including Professional, Enterprise and Global Editions and all optional modules are now available in Symmetry V7. This simplifies the Symmetry product offering and allows end use...

Honeywell's First Alert Professional Program is the largest independent security dealer network in the USA Honeywell has welcomed one of southern California’s longest-standing security dealers to its First Alert Professional Program, the USA’s largest independent security dealer network. Pacific Alarm Systems provides installation, security monitoring and response services to approximately 4,500 homes and businesses throughout Los Angeles County.  The family-...

The program is designed for dealers with expertise in intrusion and fire, video surveillance and access control Honeywell announced recently that Minnesota-based Floyd Total Security has joined the Honeywell First Alert Professional Dealer Program, the largest independent security dealer network in North America. Floyd Total Security is a security provider that serves residential and commercial customers primarily in the education, government, retail and healthcare industries....

StarChip®, expert in designing and qualifying Smart Card ICs, and CEA-Leti, the leading French semiconductor research institute, have signed an agreement to develop a Contactless Front End for Smart Card applications. The Contactless Front End is the result of Leti’s many years of expertise in Contactless and will enable applications such as Transport, Banking and Identity. This partnership includes technology and know-how transfer to StarChip® to address all the aspects of the Co...

In Queensland, Australia, sixteen domestic and international airports are involved in a groundbreaking research project to help strike the optimum balance between the implementation of future-proof security solutions and the efficiency of the entire site. The “Airports of the Future” project spans seven interrelated disciplines: business process management; business continuity and incident response management; human systems; identity management; intelligent surveillance; airport info...

Linear LLC, the leader in residential and commercial access control, emergency response and security solutions, announces the new Linear® VMC1 Video Security Intercom System, a centralised security solution that delivers live video, audio, whole-home intercom, door releases, alarm triggers, and remote monitoring features in one highly-capable and flexible system. The VMC1 Master Station is the central hub of the system and has a 5.6” color video screen that can monitor any door equipp...

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, a leading global provider of security and safety solutions, has introduced a new Steelcraft door solution that includes the Von Duprin Concealed Vertical Cable System factory installed in an L-Series door. This new system eliminates the frustrations that both installers and end users have continuously faced with exit devices using traditional vertical rod systems and is an offering that can be ordered as a complete opening solution directly from Steelcraft....

Ocularis-X server software enables web and mobile clients to access live and playback HD video streams At Electronic Security Expo (ESX) 2012, OnSSI is featuring its groundbreaking Ocularis-X technology in a powerful live demonstration. To help celebrate this innovative technology, OnSSI is offering two promotions including a discount for qualified educational institutions and a low-cost upgrade to the latest version of Ocularis. The 2012 Education Promotion provides a 40 per...

Itautec instals the first 12,000 Lumidigm fingerprint readers into the ATM network of a Brazilian bank Lumidigm announced recently that it is deploying fingerprint sensors into automated teller machines (ATMs) of one of Brazil’s largest state-owned banks via partners Diebold Brazil, which is supplying the ATMs, and Griaule, a Brazilian-based software company that is providing supporting software. The initial order of more than 3,500 units will replace PINs that bank cust...

Gallagher announces the latest additions to its premium integrated security solution. Gallagher’s Command Centre integrates electronic access control, intruder alarms management, perimeter security and compliance management in a single scalable platform. Gallagher Command Centre resides on an organisation’s IT network and stores information about cardholders, the site, and system activity. This business-connected security platform delivers security from the perimeter to the hub, and...

eIQnetworks, Inc., the only global provider of a unified situational awareness solution, recently announced that eIQ’s SecureVue® has received Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) certification from the National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST). SecureVue customers can leverage the latest SCAP policies and content to streamline and automate DISA STIG compliance and meet continuous monitoring requirements mandated by NIST 800-53, FDCC, USGCB and DIACAP. Federal cust...

S2 Security Corporation (S2), the leader in IP-based integrated physical security systems, announced a tailored video solution for enterprise customers: NetVR version 1.1. Joining the company’s recently launched VR Series, NetVR version 1.1 offers advanced video forensics and tight integration of access control and monitoring with video for users of the S2 NetBox and Enterprise products. S2 Security’s announcement earlier this year of the Pronto VR and NetBox VR single-box converged...

Channel Partner honors Frontline Security Solution with UK Platinum Partner award TDSi, a global leader in access control systems for all sizes of businesses and organisations recognised the excellence of its associates with its Channel Partner Awards, which were held at IFSEC 2012. The awards were split into two categories - UK Platinum Partner, which was won by Frontline Security Solutions and the Export Distributor category which was awarded to Nigerian-based partner Rapid...

ASSA ABLOY demonstrates UNION's codehandle, a popular keyless locking system on the market ASSA ABLOY Access Control in partnership with Chubb Fire and Security is holding an open day on the prestigious Cambridge University campusto demonstrate the best route to cost effective and future proof security for educational buildings. The free event on Wednesday 4th July 2012, held at the coveted Newton Suite in the Pitt Building of Cambridge University is being hosted by global le...

The University installed a SALTO smart access control system The Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS) is a world class award winning research and teaching centre at Aberystwyth University, Wales. Located on the Penglais and Plas Gogerddan campuses, the venture brings together around 300 research, teaching and support staff to conduct basic, strategic and applied research into biology from the level of genes and other molecules to the impact of clim...

primion Technology AG has designed and implemented new access control systems and access restrictions to several premises on behalf of Rhenus Midgard Wilhelmshaven GmbH & Co. The result is a global solution, which can be extended at any time and which guarantees advanced security at the port terminal. Rhenus Midgard in Wilhelmshaven is part of the Port Logistics division of Rhenus AG & Co. KG. Rhenus is one of the leading European logistics service providers and is present in all major...

Operation of the system was converted from keypad usage to identification key cards Working closely with the client, Morse Watchmans has upgraded and expanded the KeyWatcher® key control and management system at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). In addition to expanding the system to include more than 25 key control cabinets, operation of the system was converted from keypad usage to the University’s identification key cards. The cabinets were net...

Libelium, a technology leader in wireless sensor networks for Smart Cities solutions announces the launch of the new RFID/NFC module for the Waspmote sensor platform. The new radio module extends Waspmote features allowing the sensor data to be used in Location Based Services (LBS), such as asset tracking, supply chain monitoring, intelligent shopping or access management. By using RFID/NFC - passive sensors - along with ZigBee - active sensors -, asset tracking can be more accurate than ever a...

IMS report covers electronic perimeter security, including sensors, video and non-smart fencing In its newly released report, “World Market for Electronic Perimeter Security Equipment”, IMS Research has found Opgal to be one of the top ten perimeter security equipment providers in the world. US-based IMS Research is the leading independent provider of market research and consultancy to the global electronics industry. The study further names Opgal – a leadin...

Lumidigm's readers provide good reads on the first try by viewing the surface and subsurface of fingerprints Lumidigm, working in consort with Itautec, an $800+ million Brazilian manufacturer/integrator of consumer electronics, banking and retail automation and a provider of complete IT services, is now deploying the first 12,000 units of a 33,000-unit ATM network with Lumidigm’s multispectral fingerprint readers for one of Latin America’s largest private banks. Th...

HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced the availability of its new SlimFlex Square Tag, a highly durable UHF radio frequency identification (RFID) tag that enables users multiple mounting options for optimal read range in industrial applications. The pliable SlimFlex Square configuration delivers read ranges of up to 26 ft (8 m) in dry conditions when mounted to any non-metal surface and in wet conditions when mounted vertically to a flat...