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ASSA, part of Security Solutions, a division of ASSA ABLOY UK, has launched a KeyPad escutcheon that features multi-factor authentication, providing extra security for its SMARTair™ wireless access control system. SMARTair™ is a door management system that allows sophisticated proximity access control using minimal wire-free door units. 3 levels of user authentication The new KeyPad escutcheon offers three levels of user authentication: it can be opened by 4-digit code, by RFID-en...

A core function is video door entry, with the facility for call recording by visitors & a touchscreen monitor Comelit is to launch its ground-breaking SimpleHome intelligent home automation system at IFSEC 2015. With options for remote management from smart devices adapted to the individual lifestyles of users, SimpleHome epitomises the latest in home automation technology. A core function of the system is video door entry, with the facility for call recording by visi...

Vanderbilt Industries, a global leader providing state-of-the-art security systems, has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Security Products from Siemens, as previously announced in October 2014. The purchase fits with Vanderbilt’s strategic expansion plans and the new operation will be headquartered in Wiesbaden, Germany, with Joseph Grillo as its Managing Director. European market position ‘The acquisition of Security Products from Siemens buil...

OPTEX will be previewing its new anti-tailgating access control solution known as Accurance 3D The OPTEX Group will be exhibiting an extensive selection of smart access control and perimeter detection solutions at IFSEC 2015, with an emphasis on the range of industrial, commercial and residential applications for which its products are designed. With residential and commercial audiences in mind, OPTEX will be exhibiting its new iVISION+, a wireless door and gate video ent...

Identiv will demonstrate its new technology platform that enables these devices to interoperate with privacy and trust Identiv, Inc. will be at Infosecurity Europe, June 2 - 4, 2015, showcasing its new intelligent building infrastructure. This technology, which was jointly developed by Identiv and Cisco, enables organisations to take advantage of the new connected IoT environment for its people, assets and sensors. “Over the next five years, the use of IoT devices and c...

Hébert is the Chariman-elect of the Security Industry Association Denis Hébert, president and CEO of HID Global, has quietly left the company. There has been no official announcement, and the company has yet to report the change, but Hébert’s LinkedIn account confirms the news. The company’s website also now lists Ulf Södergren, CTO of parent company ASSA ABLOY, as HID’s interim CEO.  Hébert, who is chairman-elect of the...

The Magicard Helix can apply a secure visible watermark to each card during the re-transfer process Visitors to IFSEC International 2015 will be among the first in Europe to see a preview of the new Magicard Helix re-transfer ID card printer with built-in visual security. Magicard Helix featuring HoloKoteTM The Magicard Helix is the world’s first re-transfer printer which can apply a secure visible watermark to each card during the re-transfer process. Using an evo...

The site is now equipped with padlocks, cylinders and keys from the ABLOY Protec2 CLIQ range A critical public utility that also attracts 190,000 tourists every year provides the ultimate security challenge. Infrastructure safety is paramount, but so too is the flexibility required to welcome hundreds of daily visitors. At Llyn Brenig Reservoir and Visitor Centre, the answer was ASSA ABLOY`s CLIQ® technology. ASSA ABLOY UK, Technical Sales Manager comments “Cri...

NEXT fingerprint sensor drivers now available for Windows 8 and 10 NEXT Biometrics Group ASA recently announced that in a recent presentation discussing secure authentication initiatives of its Windows operating systems, Microsoft management recognised NEXT Biometrics as one of two world fingerprint sensor suppliers. NEXT Biometrics, CEO comments Tore Etholm- Idsøe, CEO of NEXT Biometrics said, “Microsoft continues its strategic drive for higher quality leve...

ACT door controllers, door stations and proximity fobs are being used at Urban Village development Secured Alarm Systems are installing access control equipment from ACT at a £25m regeneration project in Swansea, Wales. The integrator is using ACT door controllers, door stations and proximity fobs at the Urban Village development, an ongoing project that has already transformed the High Street and Strand area of Swansea with a set of mixed-use commercial and residen...

CEM’s access terminal, emerald, has been installed at the airport providing solution beyond access control CEM Systems, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, can announce that its long standing customer London Gatwick Airport has undergone a major upgrade of its AC2000 access control and security management system. The project was phased throughout 2014 and involved an upgrade of AC2000 Airport software, as well as the upgrade of more than 700 card rea...

The solution employs a combination of Optica readers together with EXcel 4 controllers Background Integrated access control specialist TDSi and its partner CSG Fire and Security have completed the design and installation of a complete access control system for C4L, one of the country’s fastest growing independent internet service providers. Established in 2000, C4L has grown rapidly and now has over 25 data centres across the UK and in Europe. This rapid growth led...

This will be first appearance of Vanderbilt at a trade event following its completion of acquisition of Security Products from Siemens Vanderbilt, formerly Security Products from Siemens, has announced that it will appear at IFSEC International 2015, which takes place on 16th-18th June at ExCeL, London. The company will demonstrate its latest innovations to over 30,000 expected visitors from over 150 countries, at what is the largest event of its kind for the security industry...

The design enhances user convenience & minimises delays for visitors Comelit has added to its market-leading access control range for apartment blocks and residential complexes with the ‘Mini’ video door entry phone, which the company will be demonstrating at this year’s IFSEC 2015 in June at London’s Excel Centre. The ‘Mini’ is an enhanced version of Comelit’s entry-level solution, which maximises security while remaining uno...

Malcolm played an integral role in developing the brand’s Vantage Partner programme A distribution manager is retiring from his role at ASSA, part of Security Solutions, a division of ASSA ABLOY UK, after 28 years with the company. Malcolm's role in ASSA Malcolm Dolloway joined ASSA in 1987 when he was asked to produce market research about the locksmith industry and has since held a number of roles at the company. Malcolm played an integral role in developing the bra...

FST will develop and produce SIGAH Mobile and SIGAH Fixed – both based on FST's In Motion Identification technology FST Biometrics, the leading biometric identification solutions provider, recently announced a strategic partnership with Groupo Haganá, Brazil’s foremost provider of residential and facility security systems and personnel. As a key component of the partnership, FST will develop and produce SIGAH Mobile and SIGAH Fixed – both based on FST'...

Axis Communications, the global leader in network video surveillance, expands its access control offering with the launch of AXIS A8004-VE Network Video Door Station for identification, communication and remote entry control. The door station comes with a high-performing intercom function that provides clear and echo-free two-way speech with visitors and an integrated HDTV camera with wide dynamic range (WDR) and excellent low-light performance. The weather- and vandal-proof unit offers reliable...

The Innovation Trail will allow visitors to navigate all the newest products and services from across the security industry Innovation is the key theme at this year’s IFSEC International, taking place from 16-18 June at ExCeL London. The annual security gathering will host the Benchmark Innovation Awards along with the launch of the new Innovation Arena. In addition to this, the Innovation Trail returns for its second year. Innovation Trail - Latest products and ser...

7-Stelle and Smart ViP full-duplex hands-free monitors were installed at the apartments Working in partnership with property developers, Land Charter Homes, Comelit UK has supplied an IP-based door entry system for an 8-storey office block in Chelmsford city centre that has been converted for residential use. Overlooking the river Can and the green stretches of Central Park and the Essex county cricket ground, ‘Canside’ offers 33 luxury apartments. Essex-based ele...

Urmet equipment has been specified recently at high-profile residential projects Property and infrastructure developer Lend Lease is using Urmet’s IP video door entry and access control system at a new-build apartment complex in South London. Urmet IPervoice solution - single-platform control Cobalt Place, a luxury eco-friendly project in the heart of Battersea Village, will use the Urmet IPervoice solution which requires only one Virtual LAN for the whole location...

Suprema’s biometric devices are integrated into the AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller Suprema, a leading global provider of biometrics and security technology, is pleased to announce that Suprema biometric devices can now be paired with Axis Communications and its AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller through ENTERTECH SYSTEMS’ BioConnect 3.0 identity management platform. This new integration helps enterprises around the world successfully deploy access control s...

The new system offers Princeton more flexibility and potentially saves money The contactless readers on the front of the dorms remain the same, but instead of being issued keys for access to specific rooms students will now tap their card and enter a PIN for access, says Keith Tuccillo, system administrator for life safety and security systems at Princeton. Deployment at Princeton’s housing facilities Using technology from SALTO Systems, the massive deploymen...

Alpro’s overhead transom closers are a means of hydraulically controlling the opening and closing of an aluminium door The Exhibit, a retro-themed bar, restaurant and cinema in south London, is using transom door closers and bespoke handles from Alpro Architectural Hardware. The Balham site which has a focus on art and creativity wanted custom-made aluminium-framed glass doors with a Fifties design which have been constructed by Essex-based IDF Aluminium Ltd. Alpro&...

Suprema, a global leader in biometrics and security, announced the launch of BioStation 2. A revolutionary new fingerprint terminal that re-defines the boundaries of biometric technology with unmatched performance in speed and accuracy. BioStation 2: web-based open security platform BioStation 2 leverages powerful hardware and sophisticated algorithms to improve accuracy and provide matching speeds of up to 20,000 fingerprints per second. The terminal also features a new optical sensor that en...

Visitors will be able to get an interactive demonstration of Abloy’s number of electric locking solutions Abloy UK is showcasing its PROTEC2 CLIQ system, range of compliant and secure electric locks, and LPS-rated padlocks at Counter Terror Expo (CTX) 2015. CTX is the largest international event to mitigate threats, protect against terrorist attacks and understand current modern day risks in a secure environment.  Counter Terror Expo 2015 Taking place at London&rs...

Nedap offers the latest gate entry solutions in the residential security industry Nedap is the leading expert for long-range Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems for Automatic Vehicle Identification (AVI). With a wide product portfolio Nedap offers the latest gate entry solutions in the residential security industry. uPASS Reach offers vehicle identification up to a distance of 5 meters [16 ft.]. This reader, based in UHF (Ultra High Frequency), is the right solut...

Chairman & CFO will hold a conference call for analysts & investors on same day Ingersoll-Rand plc will release its 2015 first-quarter financial results on Thursday, April 23, 2015, at 7 a.m. ET. On the same day, Michael W. Lamach, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Susan K. Carter, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will hold a conference call for analysts and investors, beginning at 10 a.m. ET, to review the company’s results. A rea...

Enterphone iQ enables to effectively control visitor access to residential, mixed use, and resort complexes Viscount Systems Inc. ("Viscount") recently announced that it will launch a new mid-priced telephone entry system, "Enterphone iQ" this year at ISC West, the largest security industry trade show in the U.S. Enterphone iQ is based on Viscount's legacy MESH technology, which enables facility management professionals and property managers to effectively control visitor acce...

Charlie will be responsible for developing new sales and providing on-going service to DMP authorised dealers throughout the region Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) has named Charlie Osborn to the position of Dealer Development Manager in the New England Region, which includes upstate New York. He will be responsible for developing new sales and providing on-going service to DMP authorised dealers throughout the region, helping them to grow their businesses. “Charlie m...

The system allowed Specialized to set up flexible access control and monitoring options at multiple locations MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of a project at Specialized Bicycle Components in the UK to secure access to its headquarters, workshop and showroom protecting high value engineering tools and concept models. Specialized Bicycle Components Specialized is one of the most famous cy...