Access Control News

  Gallagher Group organises future-focused trainingNew Zealand company Gallagher Group was a hive of activity recently as they hosted technical account managers from around the world. The week-long TAM conference in Hamilton was a future-focused event for the staff in the market to gather at the head office and discuss upcoming products and plans for the direction of business for Gallagher. The technical account managers got valuable face to face time with product managers as...

Samsung has added to its SMT range of TFT LCD environmentally friendly monitors with the introduction of new High Definition 32" and 40" models. As is the case with existing 17" and 19" models, the 32" SMT-3223 and 40" SMT-4023 are designed specifically for use in professional security systems. They are certain to attract the interest of installers looking to provide their clients with a competitively priced display solution but without any compromise on quality, an...

  Pansun Infotech - new licence partner of LEGIC Identsystems to manufacture LEGIC based identification credentialsBeijing Pansun Infotech Co., Ltd is a new licence partner of Switzerland based LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, the leading manufacturer of contactless smart card technology for personal identification. The provider of RFID tags, microprocessor cards, readers, biometric modules and card printers therefore banks on the latest LEGIC advant technology. In particular, Pansun will...

 Kaba Jaya Security provided a physical access control system based on the contactless LEGIC technology Refurbishment work was recently completed at the K&N Kenanga International building in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, a 22-storey commercial structure with a three-and-a-half-storey annexed podium block, located in Kuala Lumpur's central business district.New features of the refurbished main lobby include a physical access control system based on the contactless LEGIC technology, a food...

  D&K Deutschland teams up with designer and manufacturer of smart card technology - LEGIC Identsystems D&K Deutschland, system integrator and leading provider of contactless identification credentials is a new partner of LEGIC Identsystems Ltd. The company thus extends its product and service portfolio to one of the world's leading smart card technologies in the field of contactless personal identification. End users will benefit from a technology in their access con...

  Mul-T-Lock’s padlocks have been installed along several bridges on the A30 as part of security upgradeMul-T-Lock's Sold Secure Gold approved E-Series padlocks have been installed along all the bridges on the A30 by Guardian Security (South West) Ltd as part of an overall security upgrade by South West Highways. The E-Series Padlock range is available with Mul-T-Lock's patented Interactive and MT5 locking mechanisms, designed with a high precision 10 telescopic pi...

 The "Motivation within the Security Sector" guide provides advice for motivation within the guard forceThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed the publication of a study into employee motivation in the security guarding sector, which has informed a useful new guide for security managers and supervisors. Entitled "Motivation within the Security Sector", the guide provides practical advice on methods of assessing motivation within the guard...

  Wassall will handle development aspects of Samsung's IP technology and security product portfolioSamsung Techwin America, a global supplier of video surveillance and security products delivering superior performance and value, announces the appointment of Edward Wassall Ph.D. as Director of IP Product and Business Development. He will report to Frank DeFina, Samsung's Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, North America.Dr. Wassall brings to Samsung an extensive knowledge of n...

 BSIA welcomes revised counter-terror strategyThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed the Government's publication of a revised version of its counter-terror strategy, also known as CONTEST. Now in its third edition, CONTEST was developed in response to the ever-changing threat of terrorism, aiming to reduce the risk to the UK's people and infrastructure. The latest edition of the strategy has been adapted to reflect the wider scope of terrorist threats we now fac...

 IMS Research suggest do it yourself video surveillance market set for high growthIn 2010, the European consumer and DIY video surveillance equipment market was estimated to be worth over $100 million, according to a new report from IMS Research. The region is forecast to grow at a similar rate to the Americas market; however, the competitive environment within Europe could offer branded suppliers a significant opportunity to capture market share from local unbranded equipment vendors....

  Complete door opening solution by ASSA ABLOYASSA, a part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a division of the ASSA ABLOY Group, has supplied a complete door opening solution, as part of a £14million redevelopment project at the University of Northampton.The refurbishment, which consists of an £11million project to create a new home for the School of Science and Technology and a further £3.5million extension of the School of Education, is part of a larger project desi...

   Access control system upgrade by ASSA ABLOY's Aperio wireless locking technology ASSA ABLOY's Access Control's Aperio™ wireless locking technology has been installed at the headquarters of BMCE Bank in Casablanca, to provide an instant upgrade to an access control system, without compromising aesthetics.BMCE Bank is one of the largest commercial banks in Morocco, with a network of 540 branches. As part of a complete overhaul of its headquarters security...

  COMPRION already offering GCF conformance test cases for LTE USAT terminal testingCOMPRION has recently launched LTE USAT test bench contains all test cases (TCs) specified  by  3GPP TSG CT6 for LTE USAT, which have been selected by GCF in the new work item (WI) 137 for USAT interworking with E-UTRA/EPC Rel-8.COMPRION is known for its timely delivery of test benches based on official test standards. The LTE USAT test bench, part of the COMPRION SIMfony LTE solution, wa...

Nedap will secure the new Lviv stadium at UEFA 2012 After successfully securing the Olympic stadium in Kiev, Nedap Security Management announced today that it will also secure the new Lviv stadium which is to be used in the UEFA 2012 European Championship. The Lviv stadium which is still under construction, covers an area of 9 hectares and will have a gross capacity of 33,000 seats. It will consist of VIP-clubs, galleries, restaurants, a media centre, training centres and adm...

 Royal Marines Contract Team, Corps Security won the Best Team cateogoryThe national winners of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA)'s Annual Security Personnel Awards were recognised on Wednesday the 13th of July in an impressive ceremony attended by many key individuals from the security industry. The awards, which celebrate the excellent work and vital contribution that those working in the security industry are making across the country, were presented in a glittering c...

British Security Industry Association appoints chairmen for membership sectionsThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has appointed chairmen for most of its sections of membership, following its Annual General Meeting, which was held on Wednesday the 13th of July.BSIA Chief Executive, James Kelly, comments: "The success of the BSIA is not only achieved by the work of its staff but also the ongoing dedication from members who are willing to serve on the various committees. Eve...

  Integrated wire free locking platform by SALTO systemsSALTO Systems has introduced a new range of electronic escutcheons compatible with DIN standard doors that are quick and simple to install. Developed to meet the requirements of DIN 18251 standard doors prepared for DIN 18250 standard mortise locks, the new escutcheon range maintains the fire rating of the door (if certificated) as no additional drilling of the door is required. Both rose plate and short plate configuration models...

 Visitor management & Access control by Gallagher SecurityEasyLobby, the industry leader in secure visitor management solutions, has announced the availability of a visitor management and access control integration module with Gallagher's access control systems. The integration module allows customers using Gallagher's access control systems and EasyLobby's visitor management solutions to be able to issue different levels of access to visitors, contractors and employees directly from th...

  North American Video (NAV) has a long term contract with Colorado's Regional Transportation DistrictNorth American Video (NAV) has been awarded a long term contract to service all camera, access control, alarm and e-phone systems for Colorado's Regional Transportation District (RTD) Light Rail system. The system currently has over 1,100 cameras and 150 card access doors with numerous expansion projects in the works."The award of this service contract is testimony to th...

Located in Melbourne, Australia, Coode Island is one of Victoria's major bulk liquid storage facilities. Supplying over 400,000 tons of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals yearly, Terminals Pty. Ltd. (Terminals) is Australia's largest independent bulk liquid terminalling company, receiving liquid products by pipeline from ships, and storing them in the approximately 70 tanks throughout the premises. Terminals shares Coode Island with other bulk liquid storage facilities. The business challeng...

 SIA releases document whioch focuses on increasing coordination between groups to achieve best resultsFor the past several years, stakeholders have shown interest in how the various standards and specification developing organizations within the electronic physical security industry relate to each other. Recently, SIA Standards has attempted to address this issue by reaching out to other groups and discussing ways in which we can harmonize our efforts to deliver an outcome that is benefici...

  ADT locks down door-entry systems with BPT ADT, Europe's leading provider of electronic fire and security solutions, has announced that BPT Security Systems UKwill be a chosen partner for video and audio door entry systems supplied by ADT. The new partnership came into force in 2011 and covers the UK and EMEA region. BPT Security Systems has been a long-standing partner of ADT, supplying bespoke and high-end door entry systems for specialist applications and la...

   New electronic escutcheon designed for use in the educational environment by SALTO SystemsSALTO Systems has launched a brand new electronic escutcheon designed for use in the educational environment. It ensures schools; colleges and universities are a secure, safe place to learn by enabling buildings and facilities to be quickly locked down during a security or other emergency event. In such a situation it could be safer for students and staff to remain in a classroom, securely lock...

  Gallagher maintains a strong foothold in the agricultural sectorRecognised as one of Waikato's most successful businesses for over 70 years Gallagher has maintained a strong foothold in the agricultural sector. But increasing opportunities in the global security market with major technology developments has driven a repositioning of its future business strategy and brand identity. The decision - Advance the company as a global technology brand under one brand: Gallagher. With initial...

  Sicura systems solution part of video Surveillance at the river Tyne tunnel complex by SicuraSicura Systems are supplying a fully fault-tolerant, integrated command and control solution to the £260m New Tyne Crossing Project. Video surveillance at the River Tyne tunnel complex is managed by software developed by Sicura Systems. This includes DigiSCADA, which offers resilient monitoring and control of all connected devices and systems, and DigiLive workstations which provide the...

 IPSA supports Bill Butler for concern on new regulatory regime for the security industryThe International Professional Security Association voiced its complete support for Bill Butler and the SIA following his statement concerning the new regulatory regime for the security industry.An IPSA spokesman said: "IPSA has lead from the front on this, being the first industry body to engage with every single MP in support of the SIA, and subsequently working with our colleagues in the industr...

Eleven of the university's municipal campuses have intercampus voice, data, and video connectivityProxim Wireless Corporation, a leading provider of complete indoor and outdoor wireless broadband systems, recently announced the completion of a communications network with coverage for the Universidad Autonoma de Chiapas (UNACH), a leading independent university in Mexico. Eleven of the University's municipal campuses now have intercampus voice, data, and video connectivity.According to a 2011 Am...

  Simon Howlett from AC (left) and David Wileman from Beaver (right) receive their prizes from SALTO UK Managing Director Ramesh Gurdev (view larger image)Two top scoring attendees from SALTO UK Certificated Partner training courses held at SALTO HQ in Spain, have been presented with their company certificates and highest pass prizes.Simon Howlett from AC Leigh and David Wileman from Beaver Architectural Ironmongery, were presented with a personalised iPod touch for each achieving...

  TDSi announces the launch of its EXchange scrappage schemeTDSi, a global leader in access control systems for all sizes of businesses and organisations has announced the launch of its EXchange scrappage scheme. The EXchange scheme is designed to make upgrading from its S-Series controllers to its new EXSeries controllers easier and more cost effective.The EXSeries range of network controllers are the building blocks for mid to large size, single or multi-site networked access co...

Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, recently announced the successful full scale crash test and product release of Delta’s new DSC207s Embassy vehicle barricade system. The new Embassy barricade is a fully enclosed, shallow foundation wedge barricade with covered front and sides. In a full scale crash test conducted by an independent test lab, the DSC207s met the criteria for an M50/K12 ratin...