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The ACT brand is increasingly becoming the access control product of choice among installers and end usersAccess Control Technology (ACT) Ltd. is delighted to announce the appointment of Ian Burrell to the position of Sales Executive for the Northern United Kingdom Region. Ian's appointment further strengthens the UK sales team and he will work with Richard Huison, Southern England Senior Account Manager, and Paul Taylor, UK Sales Manager. Ian has over 15 years experience of working within the s...

INDESEC 2010 will be held in Delhi - the headquarters of homeland security decision makers and influencersTo safeguard India from the asymmetric threat of international terrorism, the Indian Government is readdressing its internal security strategy, markedly increasing the budget allocation and fast tracking procurements of homeland security and defence systems. It is within this climate that the next edition of the INDESEC Expo series, will take place in New Delhi from 6-8 September, 2010....

Mr. Caraglia's will introduce and extend the market position of AEOS, Nedap's access control system, in ItalyNedap Security Management has appointed Cosimo Caraglia as Business Development Manager for Italy. Mr. Caraglia's primary focus will be to introduce and extend the market position of AEOS, Nedap's access control system, in Italy."I am very excited to join this active and dynamic division of Nedap. The technology Nedap offers is state-of-the-art and has a clear competitive edge,"...

One of the projects that was realised successfully by Dyskret is the access control for the Centrum Vinci buildingNedap Security Management and Dyskret Sp z.o.o. have recently announced their partnership for the Polish security market. Nedap and Dyskret have been co-operating successfully for a year now which made them decide to enter into a partnership. One of the projects that has been realised successfully by Dyskret is the access control for the Centrum Vinci building. They have implemented...

Many iOmniscient surveillance products are specially designed to work in crowded and complex scenesAs the focus of security moves from theft and intrusion to terrorism, the requirement for security systems has also changed. The major threats of the future will happen in crowded scenes and not on empty fence lines.But despite the fact that there are now many companies that offer video analysis they can only do this in simple empty scenes. To find out who could handle crowded and complex environme...

BioTRAC incorporates biometric acquisition devices for identity enrolment in less than two minutes Black Diamond Advanced Technology has designed and delivered ruggedised, identity-management system to Northrop Grummana for secure and efficient multi-modal biometrics collection in the field. Called the BioTRAC, the advanced multi-biometric, mobile handheld computer features IriTech's new embedded-processor dual-iris camera system, which is capable of outdoor, indepen...

LEGIC access control cards ensure flexibility and safety although room inhabitants are changing frequentlyLEGIC Identsystems Ltd's contactless smart card technology has found a place in Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. The order from Singapore was won against fierce competition. The crucial points, besides the favourable total costs, were mainly the integration possibilities which CardLink offers and the short delivery times. Since the battery is integrated in the stand-alone cylinde...

All door readers are equipped with biometric access as well as a keypad for entering a PIN numberBrivo Systems LLC, the leader in Software as a Service applications for security management, announced that MaximumASP and its sister company MaximumColo have deployed a Brivo OnSite SE/XE™ solution for upgraded access control capabilities in their co-location and managed hosting facility. MaximumASP, a Web-hosting firm located in Louisville, Kentucky, is a recipient of the prestigious 2009 Mic...

SALTO is exhibiting AElement - their brand new RFID hotel lock - at HITEC 2010Leading hospitality access control provider SALTO Systems will exhibit at HITEC 2010 taking place at Orange County Convention Centre, Orlando, Florida from June 21 - 24. As the world's largest and most influential hospitality technology event, The Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition & Conference (HITEC) is the perfect venue to discover all the latest product and service innovations designed to enhance t...

Martin Roberts Louvered Steel security door sets are ideal for protecting areas which require ventilationIngersoll Rand Security Technologies supplied a large quantity of ironmongery from its Briton and CISA product ranges as well as its Martin Roberts steel door sets for the £44 million replacement building at Suffolk New College in Ipswich, Essex. They supplied everything from the steel door sets to the associated hardware including door controls, lock cases, exit hardware cylinders lock...

Owners of electronic security buying cooperative will provide technical support for Samsung IP cameras Samsung Techwin America, a global supplier of video surveillance products combining superior performance and value, announces the availability of Net Tech Support through the PSA Security Network of security systems integrators. Owners of the world's largest electronic security buying cooperative will now provide network technical support for Samsung's suite of network (IP) cameras as one facet...

ARRA committed more than $3 billion for homeland security projects through DHS and the GSAUS Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano announced approximately $78 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funding for airport security technology projects - designed to enhance the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) efforts to strengthen security at airports while creating jobs across the country."These state-of-the-art technologies will s...

PegaSys is the latest in wireless intelligent access control from Ingersoll RandIngersoll Rand announce appointment of Scan Alarms & Security Systems Ltd. as PegaSys approved installer in Northern Ireland.In their new capacity as approved installer for Ireland, Scan Alarms will support the specification of the new PegaSys Intelligent Access Control System, create quotations, supply and install systems and provide after-sales service, support and maintenance.PegaSys, the latest in wireless in...

Working in close partnership to deliver an integrated access control system for Southmead Hospital in Bristol, TDSi and Sovereign Fire and Security are implementing a modern, robust and future-proof solution.  In 2008, North Bristol NHS Trust identified the need for a new access control system to replace life-expired equipment at Southmead, with a view not only to replacing current equipment but also to developing a solution that would be suitable for the city's new £430 million...

The event strengthens a newly formed partnership between Controlsoft and ASSA ABLOY Access ControlSystems integrators from across the industry enjoyed an insight into the latest combinations in access control technology at a recent innovations event, jointly hosted by ASSA ABLOY Access Control and Controlsoft.The event, which took place at ASSA ABLOY Access Control's Watford training academy, provided delegates with a practical introduction to Controlsoft's I-Net system architecture and ASSA ABL...

NMMU required a proven, future proof access control security solution that would provide 24/7 protectionThe Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, has selected and is installing SALTO System's XS4 wire free security solution as part of a major rolling access control system upgrade.Home to 25 000 students, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) is one of the most culturally and linguistically diverse Universities in southern Africa. It offers a wide range o...

The security company partnership will offer enhanced solutions based on standardised ISO14443 credentials Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, a leading global provider of security and safety solutions and manufacturer of Schlage contactless smart credentials and readers, and SCM Microsystems, a leading provider of both contact and contactless security and identity solutions for secure access and a business unit of Identive Group, are partnering to offer enhanced so...

K&L specified the SALTO XS4 RFID system and configured and installed 1,145 of the locks into the base housingNaval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base or NAS Fort Worth JRB, formally Carswell AFB, is a military airfield located five miles (8 km) west of the central business district of Fort Worth, Texas.The base, which is under the operational oversight of the Commander, Navy Installations Command, is a joint defence facility which plays a pivotal role in the training and equipping of...

SIA's leadership highlights its commitment to providing results for the entire security industryA New Jersey lawmaker introduced a bill that would enact a key legislative fix sought by a Security Industry Association (SIA)-led coalition.The Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) of 2007 requires electronic devices to meet certain efficiency standards while in "no-load" mode. The requirements apply to security and life safety devices - such as video surveillance and acces...

ID Wholesaler has many interactive features on its website for customers of biometric productsID Wholesaler, the largest online retailer of ID card printers and supplies, has been named to Internet Retailer's Top 500 Guide for the second consecutive year. Ranking at number 416, ID Wholesaler is in good company with online giants including Amazon.com Inc, Apple Inc, Best Buy, and Target."ID Wholesaler once again made the Top 500 because they know who their customers are and how to sell to th...

C-Entry DH-2 platform supports modular applications such as Access Control, Time & Attendance C-true Ltd is proud to announce the release of C-Entry model DH-2, an advanced generation product line for access control based on facial recognition technology at IFSEC 2010, Birmingham UK, the world's leading global annual security event.C-Entry DH-2 capitalises on an installed base of C-Entry DH-1, its former version already installed in 23 countries. C-Entry DH-2 enjoys a weal...

The event will bring together security directors to tackle the most critical and strategic security challengesMIS Training is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Chief Security Officer Summit - Vienna 2010. This year MIS has expanded on the success of previous events held in Amsterdam, Geneva and Barcelona. Supported by key industry groups, inter-governmental organisations and security associations across Europe and beyond, the event will bring together security directors to tackle the most...

Radstaak has over 15 years of experience in the security and smart card industriesHID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced that Harm Radstaak has been promoted to Managing Director - Identity & Access Management, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). In his new role, Mr. Radstaak is responsible for the strategic development and implementation of the company's business objectives, while positioning HID Global for growth within the region. With ov...

The SAFE for Airports suite allows the Aspen/Pitkin Airport to future-proof their physical security infrastructure Quantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software to manage and streamline security identities, compliance and events across disparate physical security systems, announced that its SAFE for Airports solution has been chosen by the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport as its physical access and identity management solution. The SAFE for Airports solution will...

smarti is a multi-modal biometric access control, time & attendance and building automation solutionAfter smarti Electra winning last year, TAB Systems was pleasantly surprised and excited when the new smarti® Guardeon unit was declared the Access Control Product of the Year at the IFSEC 2010 Security Industry Awards! smarti® Guardeon is the new rugged high security unit that combines TAB Systems core biometric access control with a built in proximity card reader and a myriad of othe...

The SourceSecurity.com team on the ground at this year's IFSEC recorded many of the exhibitors in their full glory:See the album with captions

The BSIA guide provides information on how access control can reduce risks that the healthcare sector facesThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has published a new guide to aid the healthcare sector in the use of access control systems.The guide is aimed at hospitals and residential care homes and explains how access control technology can better protect these sites, which are increasingly being targeted by criminals.Mike Sussman, Chairman of the BSIA's Access Control Section, commen...

Schools Can Get 0% Financing and 90 days deferred billing for installation of the access control systems Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies announced that its dealers and integrators can help private K-12 schools and colleges obtain and install their access control systems easier and faster through leasing. Working in tandem with First American Vendor Finance, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies dealers and integrators can help their private school customers eliminate the n...

 The summit will provide update on the federal identity, credential and access management (ICAM) initiativeThe Security Industry Association has announced the panelists for the ICAM discussion at the Government Summit in Washington, D.C., in June. The session, which is planned for the second day of the June 8-9 event, will provide an update regarding the federal identity, credential and access management (ICAM) initiative. The Federal Identity, Credential, and Acces...

The Transportation Security Administration will deploy AIT units to 28 more airportsUS Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano announced deployments of advanced imaging technology (AIT) units purchased with American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds to 28 additional airports - strengthening security at airports throughout the country while boosting local economies."Deploying advanced imaging technology at these airports strengthens our ability to...