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Long hours of darkness during winter make properties more vulnerableAs the days are getting shorter and the cold starts settling in, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is reminding homeowners of the importance of ensuring that their homes and possessions are protected this winter. Past events have proven that the risk of falling victim of crimes such as burglary increases during the cold season, as long hours of darkness make properties more vulnerable. However, simple and cost-eff...

The most promising of the upcoming technologies is whole body imaging technologiesScientists have designed a prototype scanner to detect bottled liquid explosives at airports, the bottled liquid scanner which employs ultra-low field magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technology called MagViz (Magnetic Vision) but the technology still a long way from being widely adopted. Gulzar Ahmed Janjua, Chief of Security, for the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority, believes that technology will play a huge par...

The BSIA reaction comes after airport security measures in the UK were criticisedAs Western airlines once again become the focus of terrorist threat, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is highlighting the ongoing importance of aviation security in the fight against extremism.A plot by Yemen-based members of terrorist group Al-Qaida to smuggle explosive materials within innocuous-looking printer cartridges on US cargo planes was uncovered sometime back, causing authorities...

The gates that give access to the campus are equipped with Nedap long range vehicle identification readersHindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), the largest Fast Moving Consumer Goods Company in India, has chosen Nedap's security management system AEOS to secure its new corporate office in Mumbai.The Indian subsidiary of Unilever recently moved its corporate office within the city of Mumbai to a new ultramodern campus, which is spread over 12.5 acres of land and will house over 1600 employees. The ca...

South Horizons Located on Ap Lei Chau on the south coast of Hong Kong Island, South Horizons is a mammoth residential complex with 33 towers in four phases.  Almost a small city unto itself, South Horizons has very complete facilities, including 85,000 square feet of gardens, a primary school, three swimming pools, a popular and elaborate clubhouse complex, and many other recreational facilities.ChallengeWith parameter fencing and security officers at access gates, entry to the residen...

ALAS was formed to raise the level of professionalism in the Latin American security marketThe Global Security Industry Alliance has announced that the Latin American Security Association (ALAS) has joined the organisation.The alliance, also known as GSIA, is a coalition of security trade associations from several nations that aims to build and maintain an international resource network dedicated to the advancement of international technology standards, productive trade policies, education and...

The private security industry can do much to help in the face of police budget cuts As Chancellor George Osborne reveals the Coalition government's four-year Public Spending Review Plan, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) analyses how public and private sectors could work together to overcome challenges brought on by budget cuts, particularly within the police force.The Comprehensive Spending Review, covering the whole of the public sector during the four years from...

CRYPTO-MAS allows Radian to guarantee authenticated access to its remote usersSocial housing and care services group Radian has selected CRYPTOCard's CRYPTO-MAS solution - delivered through partner Armadillo - to protect its servers and network from unauthorised remote access. Protected by CRYPTO-MAS' two-factor authentication service, Radian's staff can now securely access the company's network when logging on remotely, able to work in the same manner as if sitting at their desks - a key benef...

APT designed and installed a custom made Executive Barrier System with extensive barrier armsAPT Security Systems has custom built and installed a barrier access system that includes Optex detectors at a Somerset caravan and camping park so the park can accept the larger American tourer, whilst keeping visitors secure from the threat of break ins and burglaries.Fairways Touring Caravan and Camping Park is a quiet family oriented Caravan Park on the edge of the Polden Hills, Somerset, which has s...

The challengeEast Rand Retail Park (ERP) is an open mall with all retail outlets facing a central car lot. Many prominent South African retail chains have outlets at ERP: Teljoy, Hi-Fi Corporation, Mr. Price, Dischem, Corricraft and Tekkie Town. Whilst the open mall concept makes for convenient shopping and store selection, it is also an easy target for criminals. ERP were experiencing numerous armed robberies after hours. The criminals would arrive on site, armed with AK47s. They would hold up...

 Johnson Controls global headquarters holds bright prospects for LEED Platinum certification on expansionA growing number of companies increasingly measure their performance using the triple bottom line indicators of economic, social and environmental impact. Johnson Controls, Inc. demonstrates these values in its products and services, and the construction and expansion of its headquarters campus in Glendale, Wisconsin is providing a showcase for its efforts. Johnson Controls wil...

The Airport has automated key security policies with the SAFE software suiteQuantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software to manage and streamline security identities, compliance and events across disparate physical security systems, announced that it has deployed its SAFE for Airports solution for the San Francisco International Airport.With the Quantum Secure SAFE for Airports solution, SFIA has simplified the management of their entire badging process by automating manual proces...

King Khalid University Hospital has integrated the AC2000 SE system with a fire alarm systemCEM Systems, part of Tyco Security Products, announced that the CEM AC2000 SE (Standard Edition) security management system has been chosen to secure access to King Khalid University Hospital, Saudi Arabia. The contract was awarded to CEM Approved Reseller, Best InfoTech Solutions. The dedicated university hospital opened in 1982 provides 800 patient beds, over 20 operating rooms and fully equipped/staffe...

Judges commended the security division of Gallagher Group for its innovation, design and manufacturingGallagher Security Management Systems is celebrating success again - this time as the winner of the 2010 New Zealand International Business Awards $10-50 million category. GSMS were announced as category winners at last night's New Zealand International Business Awards, an event which recognises and celebrates companies who are successfully growing their business in international...

The Samsung access control range is designed to provide a cost-effective solution for any applicationDavid Cawley has been appointed Access Control Product Manager for Samsung. Commenting on the news that David Cawley will be joining Samsung as Access Control Product Manager, Peter Ainsworth, Senior Product Manager for Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd, said: "David's appointment could not come at a more appropriate or exciting time. It coincides with the official launch of the Samsung range of RF...

Cardax FT was selected as the central management system for access control and intruder alarmsGuangzhou Baiyun International Airport, formerly known as Canton Airport, is one of the major gateways to China. It is the largest airport in the southern part of the country, and serves as the operational base for China Southern Airlines. The airport is currently the second busiest in China based on passenger flow, and the third largest based on cargo movement.The new airport, which demanded the reloca...

Cadbury plc Cadbury is the second largest confectioner worldwide and Australia's leading chocolate and confectionary supplier. Cadbury holds a 53% market share in Australia giving them the number one position in chocolate with a strong presence in other confectionary. Cadbury Australia has a major manufacturing base in Melbourne, Victoria, which mainly produces chocolate bars and Easter products. The company exports products to a number of countries in the Asia Pacific region; including New Ze...

Hamm reports Delta Scientific is delivering record numbers of vehicle access systems around the globeDelta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, announced that Greg Hamm, a five-year employee of the company has been named the company's Vice President - Sales and Marketing. Hamm has been national sales manger for the past two years. As such, he has played a major role in sales, project management, applicati...

PovoaSecurity has chosen ACT as its primary access control supplierAccess Control Technology (ACT) Ltd., a leading manufacturer of access control equipment, has appointed PovoaSecurity as an official distributor for the Portuguese market. Serge Tureau, ACT's Export Sales Manager said: "We are delighted to appoint PovoaSecurity as a distributor of ACT's access control equipment. We have ambitious growth plans for the European market and we consider Portugal to be an important territory in th...

Murray Levine will receive the Colonel Edgar B. Watson Award at the 20th Annual Private Security BreakfastIndustry pioneer Murray Levine, who created the Custom Protection Officer® (CPO) programme for Wackenhut (now G4S) to promote excellence in recruiting, screening and training of security officers, will receive the Colonel Edgar B. Watson Award this October in Dallas. The award is bestowed on an individual who possesses strong leadership and a commitment to excellence in the industry. The...

Bosch integrates the flexible LEGIC smart card technology into its access control solutions LEGIC Identsystems AG, the leading manufacturer of contactless smart card technology for personal identification, welcomes Bosch Sicherheitssysteme, one of the world's leading suppliers of security and access solutions, into its network. LEGIC advant based security systems and components will be used above all in Bosch's access control, time & attendance and biometric applications. Bosch integrates th...

LEGIC will be able to ensure increased product compatibility by becoming a MIFARE licenseeLEGIC Identsystems Ltd announced that it will support NXP Semiconductors' MIFARE technology in its reader platforms. By becoming a MIFARE licensee, LEGIC will be able to ensure that its reader components and systems are compatible with the portfolio of MIFARE-based smart cards, including MIFARE™ Classic, MIFARE Plus™ and MIFARE DESFire™ EV1. The agreement will foster LEGIC in its position...

CPP designation is awarded to individuals whose primary responsibility is security managementASIS International, the world's pre-eminent association for security professionals, has announced that Buckinghamshire New University has recognised the Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification as a component of its Certificate in Security Management. Students will have thereafter the possibility to advance studies towards their MSc in Business Continuity, Security & Emergency Manag...

The requirements included installation of a fire and security system at the shopping centre in CumbriaShoppers and workers at the new K-Village in Kendal are being protected from the threats of fire and vandalism thanks to a fire and security system from Chubb. Chubb is a subsidiary of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corporation.The M&E consultants selected Chubb based on its competitive tender. The requirements included installation of a fully networked fire alarm, Pu...

Grandstream's GXV video surveillance product line supports VoIP/SIP standardsGrandstream Networks, the leading manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions, announced new firmware supporting broadened ONVIF interoperability with various third party surveillance products and new feature enhancements such as support for WiFi (802.11n) adapter and remote door opener to strengthen its award-winning GXV series of IP video surveillance cameras. A supporter of global networ...

Intelli-M delivers robust access control over a corporate network using a PoE single door controllerIntransa, the VideoAppliance company, and infinias, a leader in the development and delivery of simple, scalable and secure IP access control systems for the commercial security market, announced that infinias' flagship product, Intelli-M, has achieved Intransa VideoAppliance SELECT Partner certification and is available preloaded on Intransa VideoAppliance platforms. "infinias is pleased to...

Fastlane® Glassgate 400 uses glass barriers of up to 1.8 metre in height to provide a high throughput security gateFastlane® Glassgate 400 from Integrated Design Ltd (IDL) has been installed in Macedonia to secure the new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility of a large Global Corporation.The British-owned company saw the full range of Fastlane® entrance control products being showcased by IDL at the IFSEC security exhibition in Birmingham, UK. The eye-catching product designs and...

Johnson Control's P2000 Security Management SystemJohnson Controls is exhibiting at the ASIS 2010 show which is taking place from 12 - 15 October in Dallas. Here's what to watch out for at the Johnson Control's booth at ASIS:P2000 Security Management System upgraded (on-site demonstrations)Integrates with IP reader/controllers by ISONAS and HID®Connects to more DVR systems - Milestone, Genetec™, Verint's Nextiva™, and Panasonic®Interfaces with Otis ElevatorTracks and reports...

BSIA members will showcase a range of products including access control systems at Security Essen 2010Members of the British Security Industry Association's Export Council have given an exclusive preview of what visitors can expect to see at this year's Security Essen exhibition, which takes place from 5 - 8 October. As the trade association representing the UK's private security industry, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) and its dedicated Export Council play a vital role in forg...

IPSA states that SIA needs to continue with its task of ensuring that the public is not placed unnecessarily at riskThe International Professional Security Association believes that the intention in the leaked government memo, which the BBC has obtained, paints an inaccurate picture of the security industry and that the abolition of the Security Industry Authority would be a severe step backwards.The security industry and the employees within the industry may welcome the financial relief of...