Access Control News

  Magnet Schultz website provides information about the company's entire spectrum of applications Electromagnet assembly development specialist, Magnet Schultz Ltd. has unveiled its new website, designed to enhance the accessibility of news and resources for the company's customers and prospects. Uniting a new design with the latest web best practices, the new website showcases the distinct advantages Magnet Schultz products offer organisations operating in a wide variety o...

Working in close partnership with installation partner CSG, TDSi has supplied a complete access control solution for the Royal Yachting Association's (RYA) multi-purpose facility in Portland that will be the hub of performance sailing in the lead up to and during the 2012 Olympic Games and an investment in the long-term future of the sport. Portland House was built and fitted out to an exceptionally high standard and will provide accommodation and a conference centre for the Brit...

The CyberLock system of electronic locks and programmable keys gives parking operators control over when and by whom collections can be made. Operators can quickly have access control and auditing at their single- and multi-space parking meters by retrofitting each meter's mechanical lock cylinder with a CyberLock electronic cylinder. The protection of cash is a primary consideration and CyberLock's audit reporting makes the system very powerful. Each time the electronic key opens a lock, a r...

The new Videx Ex Series of robust IP rated standalone keypads is designed to operate in both internal and external environments. EX5 keypads include backlit metallic or plastic keys with a choice of plastic or metal surface or flush housings.The keypads incorporate an easy to follow programming menu allowing up to 99 unique codes and the setting of relay output times. The units also include inputs to trigger the relay from a push to exit button.Both audible and visual indication is s...

 Seventh Annual Special Education Kids Day was hosted by PelcoOver 1,000 Fresno County special education students enjoyed a fun-filled day at the Seventh Annual Special Education Kids Day event, hosted by Pelco, Schneider Electric in cooperation with the Fresno County Office of Education. "Schneider Electric stands in a league of its own when it comes to commitment to our students," says Larry Powell, Fresno County Superintendent of Schools. "Each year Fresno County Offi...

  BSIA Chief Executive, James KellyThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed the government's announcement of new security and crime-reduction roles for Baroness Angela Browning and James Brokenshire MP, citing regulatory and legislative changes as two key areas for further engagement.These changes follow the resignation of Baroness Pauline Neville-Jones from the post of Minister for Security and Counter-Terrorism, a role that has subsequently been filled with the a...

 Aperio is a new technology to upgrade mechanical doors and wirelessly connect to the Symmetry Access Control systemG4S Technology is pleased to announce the integration of their market leading Symmetry Security Management software with the ASSA ABLOY Aperio range of wireless online locks. The integration between Aperio and Symmetry enables security and IT managers to conveniently and cost effectively replace existing manual locks and increase the number of doors that can be monitored.Aperi...

 BSIA has launched a group within its membership for companies that supply training services to the security industryThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has launched a dedicated group within its membership for companies that supply training services to the security industry in the UK. The group met earlier this month for the first time to discuss objectives and the way forward, and currently consists of existing BSIA members as well as companies new to the association.Paul Tenn...

  ITEC 2011 focusses on the future of simulation technology to be used by the military and other industries ITEC 2011 started with a keynote address and senior officers panel that saw attendees briefed on the future of simulation and in particular, the need for more flexibility and agility in the relationship between industry and the end user. General Karlheinz Viereck, NATO's DCoS Joint Force Training, HQ Supreme ACT, argued the case for ‘radical solutions' for future train...

 International Firex 2011 will takes place on May 16 - May 19 2011 at the NEC Birmingham, United KingdomInternational Firex 2011 takes place at the NEC Birmingham from 16-19 May. This year, the exhibition has more exhibitors, seminar theatres and feature areas than ever before.Don't miss speaking to 150 exhibitors, each showcasing their top products and services to fire safety professionals just like you. Typical visitors include fire safety installers, manufacturers, architects, engineers...

 Mayflex and Paxton join hands as partners; Mayflex will supply Paxton innovative security productsMayflex, the distributor of electronic security, cabling infrastructure and networking products, partners with access control market leaders, Paxton, for winning formula.Access control designers and manufacturers, Paxton, will now supply their innovative security products through Mayflex, following a new partnership which launches at the IFSEC show in Birmingham from 16th May. Paxton's leading...

 Jo Chittenden the new Marketing Manager of Elmdene International Limited  Innovative electronic security and fire products manufacturer, Elmdene International Limited - a subsidiary of Potter Electric Signal, LLC - announces the appointment of Jo Chittenden as its Marketing Manager. In this pivotal promotional role for Elmdene, Jo will be tasked with overseeing all ongoing marketing activity including: corporate identity, product launches, advertising, literature and website developme...

 VESDA ECO innovative technology from Xtralis is designed for very early warning aspirating smoke detection Xtralis, the company behind VESDA, showcases the award winning VESDA ECO innovative technology designed for very early warning aspirating smoke detection. This system pioneers the concept of offering both reliable fire and gas detection on a single platform delivering dramatic value and lowering first installed and maintenance costs.VESDA ECO by Xtralis was awarded 'Best in Detec...

 MGD-S Graffiti Detector has been shortlisted in the key 'Exterior Deterrent Product of the Year' categoryInnovative electronic security and fire products manufacturer, Elmdene International Limited - a subsidiary of Potter Electric Signal, LLC - plans to unveil its unique Merlin MGD-S Graffiti Detector at IFSEC 2011, in Hall 4, Stand H135. The Merlin is designed to acoustically sense aerosol-propelled spray paints, and sound an alarm, so offering a real deterrent to what can be a costly fo...

 Honeywell City UK interactive Web site serves as a single online destination to help security installersHoneywell launched a new website designed to complement its broad range of security technology. The Honeywell City UK interactive Web site serves as a single online destination to help security installers and end-user companies visualise how specific security technologies can be applied in homes, businesses, commercial sites and critical infrastructure.From high-rise office buildings to...

Norbain in turn will have access to D-Link's complete product portfolioD-Link recently announced it has appointed Norbain as a distribution partner in the UK.  The addition of Norbain to D-Link's existing distribution channel will help further grow the company's footprint with security resellers.  Norbain in turn will have access to D-Link's complete product portfolio of IP cameras, storage, security, wireless and switches. "We are pleased to be working with Norbain, it has huge...

HID Global and LaserCard will exhibit extensive suite of products and technologies for secure card issuance HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced it will showcase the latest advances and offerings in solutions for secure card issuance at next week's Cards Middle East 2011 in Abu Dhabi. HID and LaserCard, a company recently acquired by HID Global, will also demonstrate secure government identification solutions, including technology that is cur...

 HID Global and ASSA ABLOY will present their products at the IFSEC 2011HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced it will showcase the latest advances and offerings in solutions for physical and logical access as well as secure card issuance at next week's IFSEC 2011 in Birmingham. For the first time at IFSEC Birmingham, HID and its parent company ASSA ABLOY are exhibiting side by side, demonstrating how both companies' solutions can work togethe...

  Port security has been upgraded with the introduction of Nextiva Critical infrastructure from Verint SystemsEvery year, millions of foreign tonnage are offloaded to thousands of vessels in this high-traffic port for distribution throughout the country. This high level of activity in an environment that includes an expansive water perimeter, multi-use facilities, heavy equipment, parking lots, elevators, and storage containers requires sophisticated storage solutions for protecting pe...

 Alston Moor has benefitted from the Cybermoor broadband project which involves Proxim productsWhen it came time for Cybermoor Ltd., a UK market leader in community broadband projects, to upgrade its existing Cybermoor network in the rural town of Alston Moor, Proxim's wireless broadband solutions were able to bridge the divide. Alston Moor is both the highest market town in England as well as one of the most remote; so conventional high speed broadband service is not available. In 2002, Cy...

 Traka electronic key cabinets are used around the world by prisons, casinos, utility companies, hospitals, hotels etc.   Traka is a world-leading manufacturer of systems for managing keys and assets with an installed base of over 7,000 systems. The company will be showcasing products from its extensive range of intelligent solutions that enable organisations to manage access to critical assets such as keys and valuable equipment. These solutions ensure not only total control over...

 Follow IFSEC 2011 on twitter, RT the appropriate message and win a parking space for the exhibitionWith just days until the start of the world's largest annual security event, IFSEC has launched an exclusive competition only via Twitter offering two free car parking passes for the duration of the show. In a bit to reach over 2,000 followers, all visitors have to do is follow IFSEC via twitter and then submit the message "RT follow @IFSEC and tweet #IFSECComp to win a free car par...

As one of the world's largest healthcare suppliers, Siemens offers a modular programme for the healthcare industry. From building technology to imaging systems, from therapy equipment to IT and telecommunication solutions, Siemens' comprehensive portfolio helps customers meet their business and environmental goals. The intelligent use of state-of-the-art technologies and their holistic integration is an effective approach for the healthcare industry to meet growing demands. Without integrated b...

 Harper Chalice is a leader in developing perimeter security systems for the security industry set up Perimeter security systems developer Harper Chalice has been confirmed as a finalist in the prestigious Midlands-region business awards run by the Coventry Evening Telegraph. Despite a record number of entries to the awards, now in their 17th year, Harper Chalice beat more than 100 other companies in the region to be shortlisted in the awards finals, thanks to its record of technological in...

 The ITEC conference will help in finding possible solutions for future military simulation and trainingWhat will the military simulation and training landscape look like in 2025? The ITEC 2011 conference will be living up to its reputation as a forum for forward-looking debate with a new stream entitled, ‘MS&T - the coming decades'. Running over days 1 and 2 of the conference (May 10 and 11), the stream will include Australian, UK and US perspectives on a strategic roadmap for de...

 Ingersoll and Innovise integrated system will allow users to control access to all exterior doors via biometric hand readersIngersoll Rand is delighted to announce its new link-up with Innovise Enterprise Service Management (ESM) to supply a complete access control, CCTV, intruder alarm and fire alarm management solution in a single ‘integrated' system.Innovise Enterprise Service Management (ESM) is an independent, specialist IT solutions company experienced in the provision, design,...

   IFSEC 2011 attendees will see fingerprints being verified under water and even through latex Stand B165 - UK contractor verifies "Why biometrics  are showing up in places never dreamed of before"i-Evo recently announced that it will show attendees at IFSEC, May 16-19, in Birmingham (UK) at Stand B165 why fingerprint biometrics are now being used on construction sites by UK contractor Willmott Dixon, in medical labs, on heavy equipment and many other...

 Perfect is the timing for IFSEC 2011 due to take place 16-19 May, since with the latest events, all eyes worldwide are on the security industryIt's back to a full 5-day working week for many professionals in the UK for the first time in 3 weeks and following the successful security operation surrounding the Royal Wedding, a series of counter terror raids near Sellafield Nuclear Power Plant and London, plus the demise of the world's number one terrorist target, the security indust...

  Johnson Controls specialise in security management systems Roger Williams University, an independent liberal arts university in Bristol, Rhode Island, has implemented an efficient, cost-effective way to manage security access for students, faculty and staff across its 140-acre campus. Systems integration enabled the university to move from a manual process to an automatic one, enhancing security procedures and operational efficiencies across the campus facilities.Project highlig...

 Romad RSP-100 has the potential to save lives as well as reduce operational costs  Geonovo Ltd. has redesigned the packaging for its Romad RSP-100 lone worker protection device as part of an ongoing effort to reduce the Company's carbon footprint."The combined weight of the RSP-100 and its packaging is now 39% less than it was previously," said Peter Lusty, Geonovo's Chief Executive. "The packaging is recyclable but we have nevertheless taken the opportunity to minimise...