Intruder alarm system control panels & accessories News

Bosch control panels are being chosen by a growing number of dealers a.p.i. Monitoring, a service provider for independent dealers across North America, has recently installed a CONETTIX D6100IPv6 Communications Receiver/Gateway to add support for IP communications from Bosch intrusion systems. Serving 300,000 customers in the U.S. and Canada from its seven central stations and one disaster recovery centre, the company has already offered monitoring for Bosch systems using...

ASIS Europe 2014 will cover a wide range of security issues in 44 high-level educational sessions ASIS International, the world’s premier association for security professionals, has announced that Ivo Willem Opstelten, Security and Justice Minister of The Netherlands will give a keynote presentation during the opening plenary on 2 April at ASIS Europe 2014. The ASIS 13th European Security Conference & Exhibition is set to take place in The Hague, Netherlands on 1-3...

The events will allow attendees to meet with the sales and technical teams from the various Tyco Security Products brands Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announces its “Inspiration on the Road” series of in-depth technology presentations highlighting access control, video, and integrated solutions for end users, integrators, distributors and consultants around the United States and Cana...

Maxxess Universal Security Management Software Platform will benefit users with its Modular approach Maxxess invites you to see a versatile University Security Management Platform, which expands the Boundaries of Security Solutions. Visit Maxxess stand 426C, Sheikh Saeed Hall 1 during the Intersec Expo from 19 - 21 January 2014, see how Maxxess Universal Security Management Software Platform will benefit the End User and the Systems Integrator with its Modular approach for:...

E2S has launched high-performance, intrinsically safe alarm horn sounders and combination devices with aluminium enclosures. The IS-D105 sounder and IS-DL105 combination device are approved to IECEx and ATEX standards for Zone 0 and the IP66 sealed marine grade aluminium enclosure is phosphated and powder coated, offering enhanced protection for on and offshore applications. The powerful alarm horn produces up to 105 dB(A) at 1 metre with a choice of 49 alarm tones and 2 additional, remotely se...

Suppliers of software platforms will be able to incorporate video that is recorded on Wavestore devices It may not yet be ratified, but Wavestore customers can be assured that they are working closely with other ONVIF Profile G developers to ensure they can pass on all the benefits of the specification that covers the storage, search, retrieval and playback of video on clients that support recording capabilities and on-board storage. ONVIF encompasses devices ranging from came...

In his new role Malcolm is responsible for the upkeep of its UKAS accreditation to ISO/IEC 17021 2011 SSAIB, the UK’s leading fire, security and telecare certification body for organisations, has appointed Malcolm Craighead to its newly created post of Compliance and Scheme Manager. Malcolm has been a self-employed auditor and consultant for the past six years and previously had over 30 years’ service within the paper and packaging industry. In his new role with S...

Counter Terror Expo’s commitment is reflected in the impressive roster of distinguished speakers In January 2013, terrorists launched an attack in Algeria on the Tigantourine gas facility. April sees the detonation of two bombs near the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon. The savage killing of Drummer Lee Rigby takes place in Woolwich in May. In September, terrorists enter the Westgate Shopping Mall in Nairobi and cause multiple deaths and injuries in a sustained gu...

Perimeter security at airports in the US to be worth about $25 million for the hardware and software Protecting the perimeter of airports remains a difficult task across the US. On December 25th 2013, perimeter fence breaches occurred at two separate airports, Newark, New Jersey, and Phoenix, Arizona. In 2013, IHS Estimated electronic perimeter security at airports in the US to be worth about $25 million for the hardware and software alone, or about 9% of the perimeter securi...

CBRNe Summit is just over 2 months away and is the only event that is officially endorsed by the JCBRN Defence Centre of Excellence in Europe. With more detection techniques now being widely used across Europe this is a great opportunity to meet with senior first responders and emergency service personnel to discuss the latest detection techniques used in their respective country. With more frequent threats happening to major European cities all first responder units and comm...

The BSIA continues to play a pivotal role forging productive links between UK security companies and overseas buyers Members of the British Security Industry Association's Export Council are planning to demonstrate their latest state-of-the-art security innovations to visitors at the forthcoming Intersec 2014 show in Dubai (January 19-21). This year the high profile exhibition is playing host to a multitude of BSIA member companies, with many concentrated on the BSIA-organ...

Bosch also recently expanded its intrusion offerings for Canada Lanvac, Canada’s leader in third-party wholesale contract monitoring, is now offering monitoring services for Bosch intrusion detection systems. The company recently installed a CONETTIX D6100IPv6 Communications Receiver/Gateway, enabling it to receive communications from Bosch control panels. The addition of another receiver is currently planned. Lanvac operates six inter-connected monitoring stations. Eac...

The combined KIPS/NCT CBRNe EurAsia show will welcome a representation of Ukrainian government officials In 2014 the Non-Conventional Threat event series joins the 4th edition of the Kiev International Protection, Security and Fire Safety (KIPS)event which will take place from the 3rd to the 6th of March in Kiev, Ukraine. The highly successful KIPS exhibition is Ukraine’s most important Homeland Security show and welcomed more than 4500 trade visitors in 2013. The co...

Skills for Security will deliver a number of accredited short courses in the GCC region throughout 2014 Skills for Security has announced the extension of its scope to the Middle East, with a new partnership set to deliver accredited security training in the region. SGW Consulting Group, a well-established and reputable training provider with existing consulting operations in the United Arab Emirates, has agreed a partnership with Skills for Security which will see the co...

The system detects and tracks divers and small underwater vehicles and alerts security personnel to the potential threat Maritime security company, Sonardyne International Ltd. has successfully completed the installation of a Sentinel Intruder Detection System (IDS) onboard a drilling rig operating in an undisclosed offshore oil field in the Middle East. The system has been deployed to protect the platform against the threat of attack from underwater intruders. Sentinel i...

Dortronics Systems, Inc., the industry's leading provider of standard and custom finish access control products, has introduced a new communication-capable, fail-safe control system, ideal for public restroom applications. The 43211-CB Communicating Bathroom System provides power to operate most low voltage locking mechanisms including maglocks, strikes and electrified locksets, and is ideal for use in a two-door restroom facility such as those located in dormitories or healthcare facilities. E...

Tyco will also showcase the newly acquired Exacq Technologies’ VMS solutions at the event Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, will be returning to Intersec 2014 in Dubai with a comprehensive portfolio of purpose-built access control, video, intrusion and PSIM solutions. The newly acquired Exacq Technologies will be shown for the first time on the Tyco Security Products stand SA/305C as further e...

UBM Live has arranged discounted rates with transport, accommodation and entertainment providers in the Capital IFSEC International, organised by UBM Live, has released results from an intensive research programme that has defined the needs of security installers. Following the announcement of IFSEC International relocating to London in 2014, a resounding 75% of the audience said they will be able to travel to London quicker than it would take to arrive in Birmingham. Researc...

Christchurch International Airport Limited (CIAL) is situated on the east coast of New Zealand’s South Island and receives more than six million passengers a year. It is New Zealand’s second largest airport and the busiest and most strategic air connection from the South Island to the world’s trade and tourism markets. With such high numbers of passengers going through the airport, providing a safe and secure environment is an important part of CIAL’s vision to be recogni...

Notting Hill Media, the publisher of SourceSecurity.com, has appointed Larry Anderson as Editor of SourceSecurity.com US Edition. Based in Atlanta, Mr. Anderson will lead SourceSecurity.com’s editorial activities in North America, working closely with SourceSecurity.com’s teams in the US and Europe. “Digital is the future,” says Mr. Anderson, “I have been overwhelmed by the opportunities that new media offers above and beyond hard copy. The Sour...

It’s true: a home without a security system is 300% more likely to be broken into. And yet, security systems commonly work reactively−after a break-in has occurred. In fact, it takes 15-20 seconds or more for a security system to detect and respond to a break-in. Mike Miller, president of the security association, has said, “The point of a security system is to reduce loss.” Goal at Cartell is to eliminate loss! The best way, ISECOM3 contends, is to inform home occupants...

The achievement coincides with winning Security Guarding Company and ACS Champion of the Year awards Axis Security has achieved the highest SIA Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS) score in its history and one of the highest ever attained by a manned guarding company. Its score of 164 out of a theoretical maximum of 174 is attributed to Axis Security’s continued investment in employee training, and the development of a software platform that facilitates improved contract ma...

The ASIS sessions designed especially for Chief Security Officers (CSOs) were organised by the CSO Roundtable ASIS International (ASIS), the world’s premier association for security professionals, has held its 7th Asia-Pacific Security Forum & Exhibition on 3-5 December 2013 at the Conrad Macao Cotai Central in Macau, China. The event gathered 260 senior security professionals from 32 countries which represents a 7.4% increase compared to the 2012 event. The ev...

TDSi’s EXgarde PRO integrates with Milestone’s Enterprise and Corporate video management software deliver further synergy TDSi, a global leader in integrated security solutions, will be demonstrating the benefits of integrated access control and IP CCTV solutions at Intersec Dubai 2014. The company’s technical and sales specialists will be available on Stand S2-203C to discuss TDSi products and services with visitors. Alongside their comprehensive range of h...

In a move designed to further the spread of de-facto standards and standards-based interoperability in the physical security industry and beyond, the Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) recently released Version 2.0 of its industry-leading Area Control Specification. The PSIA also announced it is making the specification open and publicly available to all industry manufacturers in addition to PSIA member companies. Area Control 2.0 incorporates the PSIA’s Access Control and...

Silent Knight by Honeywell recently introduced a single detector that senses both fire and carbon monoxide (CO) and greatly reduces nuisance alarms. The SK-FIRE-CO Detector minimises parts and labour, equalling big cost reductions. It is also the only non-proprietary, addressable detector of its kind to be made readily available through Security Equipment Distributors nationwide, which ensures competitive pricing and readily available parts. “This detector will satisfy the new CO legislat...

Napco’s residential and commercial courses focus on new attractive high-tech options for alarm companies Designed to provide dealer/integrators with the knowledge and tools needed to fuel new sales, incorporate more valuable services and add more residential and commercial accounts, free Napco training classes are available in the field with distributors, onsite or online as live webinars or archived video recordings, available 24/7. Each seminar provides an all-around a...

Scotland’s Minister of Energy, Enterprise and Tourism Fergus Ewing officially opened the event Delegates from all business backgrounds based in Scotland enjoyed a successful and informative conference and exhibition last week, hosted by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh on 26th November 2013. Supported by Scottish Enterprise, the Scotland: Secure for Business event welcomed over 175 delegates, with 20 exhibitors on hand...

Honeywell recently announced the latest version of the Pro-Watch security management system which expands the added-value services integrators can provide to their customers. The Pro-Watch 4.1 security management system adds support for SALTO disconnected readers and Mercury Security control panels. These enhancements provide users with more options to extend access control to large and remote facilities. “It’s not uncommon for organisations to have access control, video surveillanc...

The BSIA's survey revealed that 62.3% of respondents said their company currently employs someone who is disabled Yesterday (3rd Dec) marked the annual International Day of Disabled People (IDDP), an awareness day which aims to promote the abilities of disabled people and strives for better inclusion of people with disabilities into communities across the world. Sponsored by the United Nations since 1992, this year’s campaign is focused on building ‘disability conf...