Access Control News

Biometric data was defined in the bill to include everything from DNA to retinal scans to facial features to fingerprintsNew Hampshire lawmakers sided overwhelmingly with the Security Industry Association (SIA) on a crucial biometrics issue.Following an education and advocacy push by SIA, legislators rejected by a 267-39 vote HB 1409, which would have prohibited any government agency or private entity in the state from using biometrics as part of identification cards - except for employee i...

The acquisition of Electronic Line strengthens RISCO's position and offering in the residential marketRISCO Group, a leading provider of integrated security solutions, announced the acquisition of controlling interest in Electronics Line 3000 Ltd., a provider of security solutions for the residential and small commercial market. RISCO's intention is to maintain Electronics Line's independent operations and product offerings, and to grow it to become the residential arm of RISCO Group by expandin...

Bringing vision and mission together The college's mission of "Responding to Diversity; Raising the Standard; Taking Education Further," was something reflected in the development and choice of a suitable logical and physical access control solution. Satel Naik, Technical Services Manager, explained that the college had not previously used access control except for a few door code locks. He also identified that there was no information technology (IT) security solution in place. Satel's vision f...

The most popular application of VCA technology is external and internal intruder detectionAn increasing number of people are using Video Content Analysis (VCA) as a security measure, according to research conducted by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA).In its research the BSIA investigated how often installers and manufacturers supply VCA in their solutions. VCA is the automatic analysis of CCTV images to create useful information about the content. It has a wide range of uses from...

Martin Smith to give keynote presentation on the human facton in securityASIS International has announced that Martin Smith, CEO of The Security Company and founder of the Security Awareness Special Interest Group, will be a keynote speaker and will provide a presentation on the human factor in security at the 9th ASIS International European Security Conference which will be held in Lisbon, Portugal on 18-21 April 2010.Martin Smith has had a fascinating and varied career in the world of esp...

SALTO Systems supplied access control products and stand-alone locks using RFID Mifare cardsThe Theatre Royal Stratford East opened in 1884, and since then it has undergone many changes including the restoration of its beautiful Victorian-era auditorium to provide seating for up to 460 people on three levels. The refurbishment project provided the theatre with both technical facilities and public areas fit for the 21st century.Its latest upgrade plan is to improve security in key areas of the bu...

The flexible XS4 solution can easily grow to meet any ongoing security requirements at The Cavell CentrePeterborough's new mental health unit, The Cavell Centre, has installed a SALTO XS4 access control system to provide advanced security management. The hospital awarded the contract to local approved SALTO business partner, Turentek Ltd. Located on the grounds of the Edith Cavell Hospital site, which will eventually be called the Edith Cavell Healthcare Campus, The Cavell Centre is part of the...

Samsung plans to introduce several new products including DSP and IP cameras and access control solutions There will be a "new" Samsung exhibiting at ISC West this year resulting from the consolidation of the Samsung Electronics and Samsung Techwin product lines. The company - officially known as Samsung Techwin America - is headed by a new management team of professionals with proven reputations in the professional security industry. Leading the team is Frank DeFina - a forme...

 Mr Forman makes an important contribution through his involvemen with numerous charitable organisationsMission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, announced that Alan Forman will receive the charity's first annual "Mission 500 Humanitarian Award." The Award will be presented to Mr. Forman, President of Altronix, at a special cocktail reception on March 25th, during ISC West in Las...

Visual Verification security service is actively protecting clients' premises in UK 24 hours a dayAfter an amazing period of monitoring, the Control Room has reported eleven arrests in only 72 hours. During late February, intruders were apprehended across four different premises; three intruders were arrested in the West Midlands attempting to steal brass fittings, one person was arrested at an Industrial Estate in Worcester, one person was arrested at a Railway Station in the North of...

Grandstream and Digifort announced interoperability between their surveillance products and VMS respectivelyGrandstream Networks, the leading manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions, and Brazilian-based Digifort, a dominant market leader in IP video surveillance monitoring solutions, announced completion of interoperability testing between Grandstream's complete line of video surveillance products including the GXV36xx Series IP cameras and GXV35xx digital video...

The exchange of information is critical to DHS's efforts to enhance overall global aviation securityDepartment of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano and Israeli Transport and Road Safety Minister Israel Katz announced a new agreement to enhance information sharing about civil aviation security incidents and ensure efficient and effective coordination in response to potential acts of terrorism and other aviation-related public safety emergencies."The real-time exchange of inf...

Security Industry Association pulled together a coalition to draft legislative language and advocate for a fixA bill introduced by Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Chairman Jeff Bingaman, D-N.M., would provide a legislative fix that has the support of a unique coalition that was organised by the Security Industry Association (SIA).The Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) of 2007 require electronic devices to meet certain efficiency standards while in "no-l...

Part of the supply is biometrics collection equipment, primarily the innovative model Speed Capture LightSpeed Identity AB has received an order from Gemalto AB for the supply of photo and signature capture machines of the type Speed Capture Light for delivery to the Swedish Tax authority. The equipment will be used for the production of secure ID cards for residents in Sweden, this on behalf of the government. The equipment will be placed at the tax service offices which will sum up to a hundre...

The EX14 CCTV series is particularly suited for harsh weather applicationsFrom fire to ice, the Bosch EX14 extreme environment camera has proven time and time again that it has what it takes to stand up to the elements. The EX14 series is particularly suited for harsh weather applications - capturing extraordinary images under extraordinary circumstances. It is made of an injection-moulded ABS/nylon resin and engineered specifically to withstand heat, cold, and humidity. And its IP67, NEMA 6 and...

Bosch's video, access control, and intrusion and fire detection products are all set to outperform the competitionCome see Bosch put their products to the test at ISC West in Las Vegas! In Booth 18011, you will see how their video, access control, and intrusion and fire detection products outperform the competition. You will also enjoy hands-on, interactive product demonstrations. They are also sponsoring free breakfast and lunch sessions: fill up on the latest technology, trends, and solut...

RISCO is exhibiting a range of products at ISC West that reflect the company's vision for integrated security systemsRISCO Group, Inc. is exhibiting a range of products at ISC West 2010 that reflect the company's vision for integrated security systems, including diverse technological innovations to boost functionality, reliability and performance. On display at the show are RISCO Group, Inc.'s unique and highly accurate detection technologies, dependable primary and backup communications systems...

Catch RISCO's Integration, Video, Access Control, Intrusion and Wireless Solutions at ISC West 2010RISCO Group, a leading provider of Integrated Security Solutions, will be exhibiting its Integration, Video, Access Control, Intrusion and Wireless Solutions at ISC West 2010, March 24-26, in booth 12075, close to the main entrance. Several exciting new products will be launched and exhibited for the first time. Visitors to RISCO Group's 40'x50' stand will be able to experience the SynopSYS Integra...

The system was to complement the stylish, modern design of the new officesEstablished in 2001, Riviera Maritime Media (RMM) is a rapidly growing media company. They grew from an initial partnership, formed in 1997 to buy and publish the "Speed at Sea" journal. RMM is now a global company supplying up-to-the-minute maritime data to the commercial shipping world. RMM's Managing Director, Steve Labdon, knew he wanted to have an access control system fitted as part of their new office refu...

Administrator Johnson's presentation will be invaluable to the many security professionals in attendanceNew General Services Administration (GSA) Administrator Martha Johnson is scheduled to deliver a keynote address at the Security Industry Association (SIA) Government Summit in June.The GSA manages the Multiple Award Schedules (MAS) Program and is responsible for overseeing the allocation of billions of dollars in economic stimulus funds, making it an important federal agen...

The Chinese security market for fire detection and suppression products will be worth over $1 billion by 2014Recent amendments to China's fire laws will breathe new life into the region's fire detection and suppression industry. The impact is quantified in a new report by IMS Research, which estimates that by 2014, the Chinese market for fire detection and suppression products will be worth over $1 billion, growing at a CAGR of 12.9% (2009-2014).The driving force behind this growth is that the f...

SALTO will be demonstrating the very latest security products at booth 2 at AACUHOSALTO Systems will build on its position as the world's leading wireless access control provider for student residential accommodation by exhibiting at this year's AACUHO which is taking place at the Sebel and Citigate King George Square Hotel, Brisbane, between 6 - 9 April 2010.The AACUHO (Australasian Association of College and University Housing Officers) conference and exhibition is the premier event for all pr...

ISNR was a gathering of world class experts in homeland security, national resilience and safetyThe International Security and National Resilience (ISNR) Exhibition and Conference closed last week an overwhelmingly positive note, registering a record number of 8,000 visitors. Two hundred and eighteen companies from 24 countries exhibited their state-of-the-art homeland security solutions and products at the show.Official delegations led by international government ministers and other state and p...

Nedap will present the AP6003, its IP access controller at Securex 2010 Nedap will be present at the International Security Exhibition in Poland. Nedap will exhibit its latest technologies at the Securex International Security Exhibition, the most important meeting for the security sector in Poland and Central Europe. The trade show will take place from 26 to 29 April 2010 at the Poznan International Fair and will gather experts in the security sector from all over the world.T...

Affordability is the main driver to spread communications and IT security technologies in IndiaCommunications developing at a breathtaking pace is largely driven by devices, which are more compact but feature added capabilities. Growing competition has provided an ideal environment for technological innovations and new applications.  "More importantly these devices and services are becoming more affordable," declared Mr. Shyamal Ghosh, Chairman, Data Security Council of India, at...

Vicon and Cortech Developments have collaborated to provide Cleveland Police with an integrated security system for their recently opened custody suite in Hartlepool. "A custody suite places demands on systems which are very different from most security applications. It is a fast and frenetic atmosphere with the staff at the charge desk handling calls, requests, alerts, alarms, controlling points of entry and exit with the distraction of a potentially volatile and hostile environ...

Responsible employers consider the health and security of their lone workers a top priorityThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has published a guide to help employers understand their responsibilities towards lone workers. ‘Lone Workers - An Employers' Guide' provides employers with easy-to-follow advice about British Standard BS8484 - the Code of Practice for the provision of Lone Worker Services - and what they should look for when sourcing a supplier.Alex Carmichael, Techni...

Nedap will be present at the Moscow International Protection & Security Exhibition in AprilNedap Security Management will attend the Moscow International Protection & Security Exhibition, MIPS, that will be held from 19 to 22 April 2010 in the Expocentre in Moscow, Russia. The trade fair is the largest and one of the key meeting grounds for communicating the safety and security industry developments in Russia, Eastern Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States. The industry's majo...

The Airport Show is an event devoted to airport construction, operations, technology and servicesChina is sending a massive contingency of airport ground support equipment, building material supplies providers and other key industry experts to the Airport Show 2010. For the first time, the country will collectively show its presence through a national pavilion.The show, which runs from 25-27 April at the Airport Expo Dubai, attracts some of the world's most influential figures in the sector, and...

CEM, American Dynamics, Software House, DSC and Bentel Security exhibit their security solutions at IFSEC 2010Tyco Security Products, a business unit of Tyco International, will showcase its latest industry leading security products at IFSEC 2010. The exhibition takes place on 10 - 13 May at the NEC, Birmingham, UK. Some of the key companies within Tyco Security Products will be unveiling new solutions, including: CEM Systems new S3020f Portable Fingerprint Reader & AC2000 V6CEM Systems...