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A Keyscan access control system is installed in approximately 20 of the City of Abbotsford buildings The city of Abbotsford is a progressive agricultural community with a growing population located in the heart of the Fraser Valley, just outside of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Its close proximity to the City of Vancouver holds many perks, but also some disadvantages. This reality is exactly what prompted a security review of all City-run buildings including city hall,...

The Keyscan system now controls over 130 doors at Hartgrove Hospital A behavioral health hospital faces a unique set of security challenges. It requires a full security solution that is flexible, and reliable to address a wide range of security issues. For Hartgrove Hospital in Chicago Illinois, the choice to go with a Keyscan Access Control system to provide this full solution was clear from the very beginning. Hartgrove Hospital employs roughly 500 individuals, from adminis...

The Keyscan readers create an alarm that sounds if the cabinet door is held open for more than 90 seconds There is no glory for the well prepared. Heroes tend to emerge in the triumph over crisis. But what about those people that have the foresight to prevent calamity? Where is the praise for those people that carry out their due diligence and are constantly ensuring the safety of others? Being responsible for the security of others is never an easy task, with threats emerging...

The Valencian brand wishes to honour Bratislav Okal, who was instrumental in introducing the company’s products At the age of 70 and after more than two decades representing Fermax in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, Bratislav Okal is leaving his post. On the occasion of his retirement, the Valencian brand wishes to honour a man who was instrumental in introducing the company’s products throughout Eastern Europe at a historic time for the region. Fermax first...

Integrated Electronic Security will bring the reader up-to-date with emerging technology and will demystify jargon Martin Grigg, a security consultant with international standing, has written a physical security textbook embracing the IP revolution. The book covers sectors including CCTV, access control, perimeter intrusion, biometrics and video analytics. Grigg believes that a new breed of engineer is needed to design, install and maintain modern, integrated security sys...

Honeywell's First Alert Professional Dealer Program provides support in sales techniques Honeywell recently added Sonitrol Security Services, Inc. – a long-standing provider of life safety and security systems for homes and businesses in the Carolinas – to its First Alert Professional Dealer Program, one of the nation’s most exclusive security dealer networks. Sonitrol has locations serving Charlotte, N.C., and Greer, S.C. and serves high-end residential cust...

PERCo's major activity has been the development and serial production of security systems and equipment PERCo is a leading Russian manufacturer of security systems and equipment. Since company establishment in 1988, PERCo major activity has been the development and serial production of security systems and equipment. Now the high quality of PERCo products is recognised throughout the industry in 77 countries worldwide. PerCo welcomes you to join the PERCo international on...

Palmer will report to Eaton’s UK country sales manager, Simon Reed, as well as its Security Business MD, Matthew Phelps Eaton’s security business has announced its intention to develop both its specification and specialist distribution channels by promoting Orlaith Palmer to the role of sales and marketing manager. Bringing a wealth of channel marketing experience to this newly created position, Palmer has worked for a number of global organisations, including Tos...

Traka iPad Locker allows the IT technician or teacher to sync all iPads Traka, a specialist in keyless electronic lockers, intelligent access control and key management solutions, has reported positive feedback after showcasing the Traka iPad Locker at The BETT Show 2014. At the exhibition, which took place between the 22nd and 24th January, Traka reported an increased demand from education professionals for a solution that could protect iPads from theft and damage but still...

Tyco Security Products have been installed in six Jordan’s facilities, including retail stores and corporate centre Nation’s leading furniture retailer dramatically improves security measures with comprehensive security solutions from American Dynamics and Software House. This was one unconventional furniture chain that needed a security reupholstering. Jordan’s Furniture was founded in 1918 in Waltham, Mass. Since then, the retailer has attracted record num...

Carrefour upgraded its analogue video recorders to American Dynamics’ Intellex video management system When Carrefour, one of the largest food retailers in the world, expanded its presence of hypermarkets across three continents, they hired security system integrator UTI to establish loss prevention systems within their unique shopping environment. The security company met the challenge, providing one of the most secure hypermarkets, equipped with state-of-the-art video...

CEM AC2000 SE provides graphical display for central monitoring and control of activities within Checkpoint and Jurong Island Jurong Island is a major chemical hub holding multi-billion dollars’ worth of investments in the chemical industry. CEM has supplied an integrated security management system for Jurong Island’s recently opened US$17 million Security Checkpoint. The new vehicle and pedestrian checkpoint is part of the on-going island security strategy and pr...

Working closely with Tyco, FCC upgraded to Software House’s C•CURE 9000 access control solution When leading oil refining industry expert Fabrica Carioca de Catalisadores decided to upgrade the security system at its 44-acre Brazilian headquarters, the company worked with Tyco to integrate new access control and video management products which ultimately resulted in an easier-to-use, more robust security system. Based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Fabrica Carioca de C...

With a vision and focus on innovation, Keyscan is proud to release Keyscan Aurora, a new generation of access control management software. “While Keyscan Aurora is built on the foundation established by its predecessors it also eclipses them,” said Steve Dentinger, Keyscan Director of Sales and Marketing. “Aurora is a brand new software platform. It is a culmination of over 25 years dedicated to the access control marketplace.” With a completely rebuilt and redesigned u...

IHS estimates the world market to be valued at $5.2 billion in 2013, including products such as electromagnetic locks, and exit devices IHS has recently released its first industry report on the mechanical and peripheral locking devices market. IHS estimates the world market to be valued at $5.2 billion in 2013 which includes products such as electromagnetic locks, electric strikes, mechanical locks, exit devices, and accessories. Mechanical locks accounted for the largest...

The Zwipe biometric card is DESFIRE EV1 and MIFARE Classic compatible Zwipe, which provides contactless smart cards with on-card fingerprint reading, recently announced that Simonsen VogtWiig, a well reputed law firm located in the middle of the financial district of Oslo, is deploying the Zwipe biometric card for managing access to doors and printers. The Zwipe biometric card quickly reads the user’s fingerprint in less than a second. Eliminating the problems of solely...

With the integration of different security, IT and building services, 2014 looks to be a year of evolution rather than revolution Access Control continues to innovate by embracing new technology in 2014 - by John Davies, Managing Director & Mike Sussman, Engineering and Operations Director at TDSi. Last year saw a big rise in integrated systems in the security sector and 2014 looks set to follow this pattern with a number of technologies and trends coming to the fore. With...

Delta’s 2-bollard modules will stop and destroy a 15,000-pound truck traveling 50 miles per hour Vehicle attack is a harsh reality in our modern society and large public gatherings, such as sports events, are considered to be potential terrorist targets. A baseball stadium, its fans and the American pastime are all at risk. In fact, back in March 2005, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) identified a dozen possible strikes it viewed most devastating, including...

ASSA ABLOY Group brands Corbin Russwin, McKinney, Norton, Rixson, Rockwood, SARGENT and Yale are proud to announce the latest addition to their hardware finishes – a permanent Dark Oxidized Satin Bronze (10BE/613E). As rich and warm as the original oil rubbed 10B/613, this durable new finish will maintain its original color and not fade or wear over time. “For us, design and details go hand in hand, and creating a durable, cost effective, everlasting finish demonstrates our commitme...

HID Global’s iCLASS SE platform has delivered a number of benefits during the upgrade process HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that its iCLASS SE access control platform has been used by the Academy of Art University in San Francisco to secure almost every door of the institution, across dozens of geographically dispersed buildings that house expensive equipment and high-value student work product. The iCLASS SE platform has...

Cooper Security’s website, packaging, catalogues and brochures have already started to adopt the Eaton name Power management company, Eaton, has announced that Cooper Security is now Eaton. This important development will provide customers with a wider and more diverse product portfolio, which is backed up by unrivalled levels of knowledge and expertise. The integration process so far has been seamless and installers have experienced no changes to the levels of product...

AdvanIDe recently announced it has expanded its senior management team and re-organised operations AdvanIDe, the leading independent provider of semiconductors for the smart card and RFID industry, recently announced it has expanded its senior management team and re-organised operations to strengthen growth opportunities in established and emerging market segments for secure access, secure identity, and secure transaction solutions. As part of the re-organisation, industr...

CEM's AC2000 Lite is one of the most accomplished security management solutions available CEM Systems, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco can recently announce that the CEM AC2000 Lite access control and security management system has been installed in Midpark Hospital, Scotland. The system was installed by CEM Approved Reseller Scotshield Fire & Security. The £27 million health facility opened to the public in early 2012. Midpark Hospital repla...

The offices provide better access to clients’ sites in order to continue building on Octavian’s industry-leading customer service Award-winning security provider Octavian Security has expanded its property portfolio by opening new offices, located in both Central and North London. Octavian now has presences in Farringdon, close to the boundary with the City of London, and Waltham Cross. The Nottingham-headquartered company announced this strategic move, which...

Stanley Solutions Wireless EL Series Locks are integrated with Intelli-M Access Management Software Infinias, a leading manufacturer and provider of IP-based access control solutions and technologies, announced a partnership with Stanley Security Solutions, along with the launch of Stanley’s EL Series Wireless Electronic Lock.  The new wireless electronic door lock is fully integrated into the infinias Intelli-M Access management software and can be mixed seamlessly...

Dan’s role involves the continued development of relationships with TDSi's existing key Platinum and Gold Partners Security solutions manufacturer TDSi has appointed Dan England as its new National Account Manager for UK Sales. Dan’s role involves the continued development of relationships with our existing key Platinum and Gold Partners whilst at the same time taking the lead in working with major Blue Chip End Users and their agents to ensure that the ever gr...

The predictions encompass a range of solutions including anticipated advances in physical access control HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently released its projections for top trends the company believes will have the greatest impact on the secure identity industry in 2014. The predictions encompass a diverse range of solutions and technologies, including anticipated advances in physical and logical access control, secure issuance, identity assu...

Mark has over 20 years of experience in the both security and broadcast arenas Keyscan Access Control Systems is pleased to announce Mark Playdon has joined Keyscan as Regional Sales Manager, Southeast US covering North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. “It is a pleasure to welcome Mark to his new role with Keyscan,” said Steve Dentinger, Keyscan’s Director of Sales and Marketing. “Mark brings a wealth of security and technology experience to our o...

infinias, a leading manufacturer and provider of IP-based access control solutions and technologies, announced a partnership with Stanley Security Solutions, along with the launch of Stanley’s EL Series Wireless Electronic Lock.  The new wireless electronic door lock is fully integrated into the infinias Intelli-M Access management software and can be mixed seamlessly with the infinias PoE single door controller, the eIDC. The integrated solution delivers a cost-effective access contr...

The NTS and the Teleste VMS are tightly integrated to provide the users a uniform and lean workflow for daily work The Swedish Transport Administration (STA) has won the International Road Federation’s (IRF) Global Road Achievement Awards (GRAA) in the ‘Traffic Management and Intelligent Transportation Systems’ category for its project “NTS – National Traffic Management System for Sweden”. Teleste is supplying the video management system...