Access Control News

 The hospital decided to replace its old system with a modern SALTO electronic access control system. Salisbury District Hospital has won the 2008 Health Business Hospital Security Award for its advanced SALTO Systems access control installation. The Health Business Awards, held at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on the 11th December, recognised excellence in the NHS by presenting awards in 14 different categories to organisations that have made a significant contribution to its development. The...

 Partnership comes as response to growing demand for multifunctional smart card solutionsMulticard AG, renowned general contractor in the smart card project consultancy and implementation, is expanding its product portfolio. Multicard has closed on a licence partnership with LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, the leading producer of contactless smart card technology. Therefore, the company is now offering highly developed LEGIC technology-based multifunctional customer and credit card solutions....

One shoplifting theft every 90 seconds Newly published figures from the British Retail Consortium (BRC), showing a third of a million shoplifting offences each year - one every 90 seconds - underline the need to take effective action against customer thefts, warns specialist tagging and CCTV solutions provider ESPlus.In its 2008 Retail Crime Survey, the BRC says shoplifting is the most costly crime for shops. It accounted for 64 per cent of all retail crime losses by value, well above burglary (...

Universal's recent fully IP-addressable installation at the Willis Tower in the capital received special praiseUniversal Security Systems has won a 2008 Security Excellence Award in the category of Large Security Installer of the Year. The award, which attracted several strong entrants and previous winners, recognises companies that have shown the highest standards of workmanship and customer support in the industry and Universal were commended by judges on their innovation and technical excelle...

 LEGIC is extending its partner network in Spain with ELECTRÓNICA MEYSHLEGIC is extending its partner network in Spain with ELECTRÓNICA MEYSH. End-users will, as a result, get further security and flexibility through a broader range of advanced security systems using LEGIC technology. LEGIC Identsystems Ltd the leading manufacturer of contactless smart card technology for personal identification, has signed a licence partnership with ELECTRÓNICA MEYSH leading provider o...

 CISA Wave Mode's contactless technology installed in 84-bedroom hotelThe new CISA Wave Mode contactless hotel locking system from Ingersoll Rand has been installed in the 84-bedroom Express by Holiday Inn at Ayr, Scotland. CISA Wave Mode locks are specifically designed for hotels, hostels, student accommodation and other facilities with transient occupancy and were chosen to protect both guests' personal security and property, whilst offering the hotel savings in operating costs and enhanc...

 IDTECK's latest developments of access control products will be on display at the IDTECK boothIDTECK will be exhibiting its wide range of products at the INTERSEC 2009 at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Dubai, UAE from January 18-20, 2009.At this three day event, you will have the opportunity to witness and experience IDTECK's latest innovations first-hand. IDTECK will be showing advanced security integration adequate for large scaled enterprise system. IDTECK's upgra...

  SALTO Systems provide advanced access control solutions to DCU Sports CentreA new access control system based on products from SALTO Systems and installed by Doorware Ltd is playing a key role in securing sports facilities at Dublin City University.Situated on an 85-acre campus three miles north of the city centre and just a 15-minute drive from Dublin airport, Dublin City University (DCU) is a young university.  It offers over 80 programmes, divided between undergraduate and po...

  Door entry systems designed by Videx for over 50,000 council and housing association homes For over seven years, Videx Security has provided Kier Sheffield LLP with door entry systems as part of a comprehensive programme of upgrading accommodation throughout the city. Kier Sheffield LLP is a partnership between Sheffield City Council, Sheffield Homes and Kier Sheffield to deliver the repairs and maintenance work to over 50,000 council and housing association homes across South Yorksh...

 Legic and Gantner solution installed in The Fire Sauna in Asia Spa, Leoben AustriaHigh comfort level and efficient guest management thanks to overall access control and cashless payment solution based on LEGIC technology.''Let's jump into the Au," is, a few years ago, what children in the upper styrian university town Leoben used to say when they wanted some carefree fun in the water. Today, they go to the "Chinese''. And not just to enjoy exotic delicacies in the bistro or resta...

 Lasmo Security Solutions is named ACT's new distributor in the NetherlandsAccess Control Technology is delighted to announce the appointment of LaSmo Security Solutions as distributor of ACT products in the Netherlands. LaSmo will work with ACT to further develop and grow the ACT brand in the Netherlands.LaSmo will carry the full range of ACT products giving our customers in the Netherlands faster and easier access to our products. In line with the ACT commitment to both their products and...

 The Security Design Centre management teamJanuary 2009 marks the 30th anniversary for Security Design Centre (SDC), the NSI Gold accredited, West Midland security installer. SDC credits its longevity to a combination of developing good business relationships with customers, listening to and understanding their site security requirements, working to agreed business and marketing plans and keeping abreast of genuine technological developments in the industry.David Trimmer, founder and MD of...

  Ganz's C-Allview high-speed ruggedised PTZ cameraJet engine tests at a servicing facility in South Wales are being viewed in close-up detail thanks to three Ganz C-Allview high-speed ruggedised PTZ cameras installed by Cameratech Solutions Ltd.The precision CCTV system is allowing engineers to record and assess the performance of the engines in crucial wind-tunnel testing."When the wind-tunnel tests are underway our system has to deal with extreme noise conditions with a lot of...

 Schlage Everest Primus Level 9Z core key system installed in Bellevue school district Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies today announced that the Bellevue (WA) School District has centralized its access control by combining electronics and high-security keys to improve security while also making it easier to manage and control access at several levels.  Although a security system was in place, the District recently undertook steps to finalize an upgrade of the system by pu...

  Security Design Centre providees an integrated security solution to Sonic CommunicationsSecurity Design Centre (SDC) has provided an integrated security system for Sonic Communications, a manufacturer of specialist helmet intercommunication systems and a wide range of high security products. Sonics' customers include Fire Services, the Military, the Police, Beefeaters at the Tower of London, L.A.PD, a number of F1 drivers and many high profile individuals.SDC director, Mike Paul, exp...

  Chantel Smith, Business Development Manager of Frontline Security SolutionsChantel Smith has joined Frontline Security Solutions as a Business Development Manager. Chantel, who will be concentrating her efforts on developing business with Frontline's existing customers, brings to the role considerable industry knowledge which she has acquired during her time at HID Corporation and more recently, in her role as Regional Manager for Tyco Access Control and Video Systems.Peter Goodenoug...

  Customers of Rampart Security to gain broad range of security services currently offered by VSGVSG, one of the top security services providers in the UK, has acquired Oxfordshire-based electronic security specialist, Rampart Security, in a move that will deliver significant benefits for present and future customers of both companies.  Customers of Rampart Security will gain from the broad range of security services currently offered by VSG.  In addition, the backing of...

The Zebra P330i has provided the company with an economical means of supplying customers with a contact cardRetainagroup has selected the Zebra P330i printing machine from DED, to produce customer cards for their marking, registration and verification security system. Kent based Retainagroup has been working to combat theft for over 26 years. The recent purchase of the Zebra P330i has provided the company with an economical means of supplying customers with a contact card for the 24/7 secure reg...

Three lanes of Glasswing were installed giving the maximum number of lanes in the space availableFastlane Glasswing speedgates are now securing One Vine Street, a Grade A office building developed by The Crown Estate on their Regent Street estate. Designed by Allies & Morrison and constructed by Sir Robert McAlpine, it provides 5092 sq m of new office accommodation arranged from first to fifth floors; 2,000 sq m of retail space on basement, ground and part first floor; and seven high quality...

  Honeywell and its installation partner provide wireless CCTV solution for SEAT Sport UK The Client:SEAT Sport UK is the motorsport division of SEAT UK which competes in the HiQ MSA British Touring Car Championship (BTCC). It is one of 15 teams competing in the BTCC with two race-engineered SEAT Leon TDI cars. It excels at everything it does and that includes offering its VIP guests an unrivalled experience on race days.The Situation:As part of the BTCC season, SEAT Spo...

 Mario Morger, Head of Sales Europe of LEGIC and Alok Kapoor, General Manager of APK-IDLEGIC Identsystems Ltd, leading provider of contactless Smart Card Technology for personal identification, is extending its partner network. With the Indian credential manufacturer APK-ID, the company gains the largest manufacturer of RFID products in India as a new licence partner. In future, APK-ID will increasingly purchase LEGIC transponders and provide contactless identification inlets and credential...

  Ray Keddington appointed Account Manager for PaxtonRay Keddington has joined Paxton Access Inc as Account Manager. Paxton Access Inc is the US Sales and Marketing office for Paxton Access Ltd, the internationally expanding British manufacturer of access control systems. Ray will be responsible for generating new business and sales in California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona. He will offer guidance, training and support to dealers and integrators. With over 25 y...

 Several industry leaders have joined SIA's board of directorsThe Security Industry Association (SIA) is pleased to announce that several industry leaders have joined its Board of Directors. Seven new directors were elected to two-year terms on the now-16-member Board in a vote by SIA members at the association's annual meeting on October 30 in New York City."As SIA's membership evolves to reflect the marketplace, so has our Board, and I'm very excited about our new directors and the k...

  Switchnet Systems is supplying the entire product requirement for 'The Snowcentre' in Hemel HempsteadMayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, is supplying the entire product requirement for an exciting installation at Britain's soon to be premier indoor snow sports destination.  ‘The Snowcentre' in Hemel Hempstead will recreate alpine conditions with a huge 160m main slope and 100m lesson slope, both over 3...

Genetec and iView Systems collaborate to introduce an LPR solution globallyGenetec and iView Systems, leading Canadian technology companies, announced partnership and delivery of fully integrated License Plate Recognition for the iTrak Incident Reporting and Risk Management Platform.iViews' iLPR (Intelligent License Plate Recognition) software employs Genetec's proven AutoVu Sharp IP based license plate recognition camera, delivering advanced digital video processing and plate mat...

 Mobile CCTV technology allows police officers to have a 360 degree view of the outside of their vehicle. Nurizon Corporation has officially launched the "ICOP 20/20W" system, which is currently used extensively throughout the United States, and has also received international acclaim for providing police and emergency services agencies, video evidence of infringements and mobile violations.Mobile CCTV technology allows police officers to have a 360 degree view of the outside...

  Firetide wireless video surveillance solution aids airport officials to watch ground crewsAirport officials at the Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport in Temple, Texas, can now watch over ground crews and protect military assets using a wireless video surveillance network.  Located near Fort Hood, one of the largest military bases in the world, the Central Texas airport helps control access to Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters and other military aircraft being ref...

  Designed as a mobile unit solution, the imFAST terminal enables banks to extend their services to remote areasHID Global, the trusted leader in providing solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced that its MIFARE® Easy Reader Board is incorporated into Integra Micro Systems' innovative imFAST financial terminal.  Designed as a mobile unit solution, the imFAST terminal enables banks to extend their services to remote areas without large capital and infrastructur...

 By combining G4Tec Symmetry with Imprivata OneSign, customers will have a way to centrally manage their policies for both physical and logical accessImprivata®, Inc., the converged authentication and access management company, today announced a partnership with Group 4 Technology (G4Tec), a market leader in the design, manufacture and installation of fully integrated security solutions throughout the world. Under the agreement, the companies will combine Imprivata's award-winning OneSi...

 The Cardiff YMCA Housing Association Cardiff YMCA has installed the Paxton Access Net2 network access control system and this currently covers almost forty doors throughout the building. In addition to the main external doors, the system also covers emergency exits, corridors, management offices and is now being tested on individual rooms. Andrew Jenkins, Cardiff YMCA's General Manager, explains the rationale behind the system: "Our primary motivation is security. We ha...