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netzwelt.de uses the Synology network memory DS212+ in coordination with the Video-Decoder VS80 As an online magazine for consumer electronic products, netzwelt.de regularly tests new products from well known manufacturers. These manufacturers must be able to rely on having their devices adequately monitored during the entire period of the loan. That is why it is important for a video monitoring solution to be simple to administer and guarantee high quality along with stable a...

Good installed a SARGENT® SE LP10 lock on the door to an executive’s office that was being used as a conference room Good Technology provides mobile data security solutions that enable enterprises and government to keep corporate and personal data safe, secure and accessible. Its focus on secure enterprise mobility makes Good an ideal candidate to help pioneer the use of mobile smartphones for physical access control. The company believes that digital keys stored in...

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that it has integrated its EasyLobby® Secure Visitor Management™ software with the Genetec® Synergis® line of access control systems.  The EasyLobby SVM™ software also brings advanced visitor management capabilities to Genetec’s Security Center offering, one of the industry’s most comprehensive unified security platforms for access control, video surveillance and license...

Robert Bosch Security Solutions held an event to celebrate its re-branding Robert Bosch Security Solutions Pte Ltd, formerly known as ADC Technologies, is a leading service provider of integrated security solutions from access control to smart card based systems in Singapore. To celebrate the re-branding of ADC on 1st April 2012, a networking event was held in conjunction. The event was attended by STAD management, associates, customers and guests from over 25 companies which...

Hytera showcased its complete digital solutions, including DMR and TETRA From September 21 to 23, the Second Hytera Dealer Conference was held in Skorzecin, Poland, by Hytera and its distributor in Poland, RTcom. Over 50 participants from 30 companies across Poland attended the event. During the conference, Hytera showcased its complete digital solutions, including DMR and TETRA. Particular emphasis was placed on the DMR series products. Besides conventional terminals, the pa...

MRFS Group has recently acquired Manchester security firm Secure Options Leading security firm MRFS Group has announced its second acquisition in the space of one month, as it continues to push forward plans to build its operational strength throughout the UK. Alongside the purchase of Essex based Sterling Alarms Ltd, MRFS Group has also appointed former Chubb regional director, Mark Ault, as its Operations Director. Sterling Alarms had over 35 years of experience in providi...

Trüb launches a new first level security feature for laser-engraved polycarbonate travel and identity documents. The security feature ‘tru/window MOTION’ implements optically moving objects within a see-through window. Document holder and inspection authorities observe the moving objects by tilting the card without the aid of any special equipment or dedicated knowledge. Trüb’s new security feature tru/window MOTION is designed for laser-engraved polycarbonate docume...

The GSM LineGuard is an alarm signalling product from Bold Communications which converts PSTN to GSM.  Ideal for locations without a fixed phone line, the LineGuard works with the digicomm output from any standard alarm panel or PSTN telecom device.  Single path PSTN alarm signalling is easily transformed to dual path with Contact ID signalling to the ARC.  There is no restriction as to which GSM Network can be used and the device can also be programmed to transmit SMS for instant...

Netflix launched the pilot by providing its employee participants with Samsung Galaxy S III handsets Netflix, founded in 1997, is the world’s leading Internet subscription service for enjoying movies and TV shows. With more than 27 million streaming members, Netflix serves customers in the United States, Canada, Latin America, the United Kingdom and Ireland. In August 2012 Netflix announced plans to expand streaming service to members in Denmark, Norway, Finland and Swed...

Nedap installed Convexs M80FC readers at 480 access points at Kiev stadium and at 380 access points at Lviv Arena Almost 70,000 spectators watched Spain win the European Football Championship – EURO 2012 – in Kiev’s Olympic Stadium. They enjoyed the match in a fun and safe setting that Nedap Security Management had helped create. Both the brand new Arena in Lviv and the renovated Kiev stadium had been equipped with Nedap’s AEOS security management syste...

The companies will focus on integrating Becatech's products into the IPSecurityCenter PSIM platform CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it has formed a technology partnership with Becatech Systems, a global leader in the provision of services and solutions for the protection of Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), private estates and the Military and Peace Keeping Forces. With over 20 years o...

Shenzhen Borit Intelligent System is an electronics company focusing on security and identification systems LEGIC Identsystems announced it has welcomed another Chinese system house as a member of its licence partner network: Established in the Shenzhen Special Economic Zone in 2001, Shenzhen Borit Intelligent System Co.,LTD (BRT) is an electronics company focusing on security and identification systems. “We are proud to be an official LEGIC partner now. The Swiss c...

Saturnus allows users to protect data with their mobile devices before sending it to the cloud Intrinsic-ID launches Saturnus(R), an application that puts users back in control of their digital lives. With Saturnus(R) users can easily protect data with their mobile devices before sending it to the cloud. Intrinsic-ID’s Hardware Intrinsic Security(TM) (HIS) technology gives Saturnus(R) users peace of mind regarding the confidentiality of their data. It is the first applic...

Farooq has worked within the electronic security industry for nine years Samsung has further strengthened its technical support team with the appointment of Farooq Hejazi as Field Service and Test Engineer.  Farooq has worked within the electronic security industry for nine years. Prior to joining Samsung he was the Products Evaluations Engineer for Norbain and he has also carried out development engineering roles for MOD contracting companies. “Farooq’s app...

Within the Continuum Cyberstation, Schlage locking devices look and function like a normal door Ingersoll Rand recently announced that customers of Schneider Electric’s Andover Continuum Netcontroller II and ACX 57XX family of controllers can now seamlessly integrate wired and/or wireless Schlage AD-Series locks to enhance the cost-effectiveness and scalability of their systems. Within the Continuum Cyberstation, Schlage locking devices look and function like a normal do...

Eyelock engages with McDonald Technologies International for the manufacturing of the EyeSwipe products in Texas EyeLock Inc., a leading provider of iris-based identity authentication solutions, announced recently the engagement of Texas-based McDonald Technologies International for the manufacturing of the EyeSwipe-Nano and EyeSwipe-Nano TS products. The EyeSwipe-Nano products are part of a comprehensive suite of secure authentication solutions that provide real-time iri...

Traders Warehouse to offer complete range of TeleEye products and solutions throughout the UK TeleEye Europe recently announced a strategic partnership with Traders Warehouse. As an authorised distributor, Traders Warehouse will now be able to offer the complete range of TeleEye Products and solutions throughout the UK TeleEye Europe is the UK operating arm of TeleEye Group who focuses and specialises in developing professional video surveillance solutions. The TeleEye produc...

Nedap is currently installing AEOS at the 800 Belgian branch offices at an approximate rate of nine offices per week Autonomous systems ING’s 800 branch offices in Belgium were already equipped with autonomous intrusion detection and camera surveillance. All doors and their accessories, such as locks, push buttons and door contacts, were monitored and controlled by the intrusion detection system. Doors were opened and closed using keys in security cylinders. A central a...

Nedap Locker Management’s strength is that it allows for dynamic locker management In October 2010, Getronics BeLux relocated and introduced a radical improvement in working conditions. From then on, employees could work whenever they wanted to, and wherever was most convenient, as long as they delivered results. The new approach clearly had consequences for security and access. When the clean desk policy went into action and all drawer units were eliminated, employees n...

CEM Systems, part of Tyco Security Products, announced the release of version 6.5 of AC2000 SE (Standard Edition) integrated access control and security management software.  This latest release offers a range of new features including video integration, additions and enhancements to AC2000 WEB, integration to Microsoft Active Directory and much more. The new features and functionality of AC2000 SE v6.5 increase performance, simplicity and scope. “AC2000 SE is an integrated security...

Bentel Security, a leader in product design and manufacturing of a complete range of intrusion security and fire alarm control equipment and accessories, is pleased to announce the launch of ABSOLUTA T-LINE Series Keypads. ABSOLUTA T-LINE slim-profile keypads, in a sleek white or black casing, provide installers with quick installation by offering an innovative built-in levelling tool and two-part body with mounting bracket. With a range of integrated features – such as a proximity reader...

ComNet Europe Ltd of Leeds in the United Kingdom, a USA-based manufacturer of fibre optic transmission and networking equipment, a leading provider of fibre optic and Ethernet network solutions has introduced a new high port capacity managed Ethernet switch. The ComNet CNGE28FX4TX24MSPOE is an environmentally hardened Managed Ethernet Switch that provides a high port density in a compact size. The all-new CNGE28FX4TX24MSPOE makes available twenty-four Gigabit copper TX ports and 4 Gigabit optica...

LEGIC’s reader technology to become part of DAT’s next generation parking space management solutions LEGIC Identsystems announced it has added Beijing DAT Technology Limited, a DAT Group company to its partner network. As a result, the reader technology from LEGIC will become part of DAT Technology’s next generation parking space management solutions. “Being a LEGIC partner is of major importance for us. As an innovative organisation involved in standa...

The new system to be deisgned, installed and maintained by G4S will be operated from December 2012 G4S Technology, a leading provider of building security systems, has been awarded a contract to provide a new smartcard system for thousands of students and staff at Newcastle University. Currently there are around 37,000 access control smartcards being used every day by Newcastle’s staff and students, for everything from access to buildings, car parks, bedrooms and li...

IMS report focuses on the installation and maintenance of security systems A new report from IMS Research (recently acquired by IHS Inc.) forecasts the Americas market for security systems integration will exceed $30 billion in 2016, and will grow at an average rate of more than 7 percent from 2011 until then. The report, which focuses on the installation and maintenance of security systems, finds that the U.S. is forecast to remain the largest market in the Americas thro...

The founder members of the Harmony Alliance are Elmdene International Limited, GJD, Texecom and TDSi The recent Global Security Summit at London's Olympia exhibition centre provided an ideal backdrop for the high profile launch of the Harmony Alliance, a solutions-driven initiative created by four leading UK-headquartered electronic security product manufacturers. The Harmony Alliance is looking to bring new thinking to the world of security integration, and product selection,...

To keep security systems in place Changi Airport installed Bosch cameras and PA systems To enable faster response to emergencies and to allow better control of the security and communication systems in place, Singapore Changi Airport sought a reliable partner to modernise its existing infra-structure. The operator, Changi Airport Group (CAG), specifically required public address and video surveillance systems across different terminals and zones. With AutoDome and FlexiDome ca...

The DMR solution provides clearer voice communication along with longer communication distance Dhaka police of Bangladesh has completed the initial phase of upgrading the analogue communications system to digital one by adopting Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) solution provided by Hytera. It is part of Bangladesh Police’s effort to bring all the police stations across the country into the network to ensure safe and efficient communication among them. With the DMR system, the...

ievo fingerprint access control pods improves efficiency within the gyms in terms of ease of use and quick access With a focus on keeping costs low, but maintaining a high spec gym, Lifestyle Fitness has invested in ievo® fingerprint access-control pods across the UK to improve the efficiency within their gyms.  The highly successful fitness chain has 5 sites within the UK with the new access control system already installed, with 3 more scheduled in the near future....

Smarfid is an innovative ODM manufacturer for reader modules and smartcards for access control With Shanghai Smarfid Security Equipment Co., Ltd LEGIC Identsystems Ltd wins a leading Chinese reader manufacturer as a licence partner. The far-reaching LEGIC partner network allows Smarfid to anticipate more orders from end users who will benefit from a wider offering of readers. Shanghai Smarfid Security Equipment Co., Ltd. is an innovative ODM manufacturer for readers, reader m...