Intruder alarm system control panels & accessories News

With the recent move to out of hours ATM replenishment Concept Smoke Screen have designed and developed the Guardian Smoke Screen and Securi-Dock. Designed in partnership with G4S and under consultation with the Metropolitan Police and Armed Response Units the Guardian trial is in full effect across a number of sites in the UK. The two-part product consists of an ultra portable security-fogging generator that resides with a cash carrier when not in use. On ATM replenishment trips, the def...

 Temple Security's system division has achieved national recognition for its capabilities within the retail sectorThe systems division of Temple Security has achieved national recognition for its capabilities within the retail sector. Temple has attained Assured Vendor status under the Altius assessment scheme, meeting stringent criteria for excellence in risk management.The Altius vendor assessment service was established to meet the needs of businesses in the retail and hospitality s...

Alex Graham is the the Chubb Security Apprentice of the YearChubb Security has recognised the skills and commitment of two of its apprentices at its annual awards with Alex Graham and Carl Greenacre earning the Chubb Security and Chubb Integrated Technologies Apprentice of the Year titles respectively. Chubb is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp.Alex joined Chubb's apprentice scheme from school in September 2005, working in the company's Coventry branch...

 Honeywell's new facility provides security installers, consultants and specifiers with training on business critical topicsHoneywell announced the opening of a state-of-the-art Training Centre of Excellence (TCoE) in Purmerend, The Netherlands. The facility is designed to provide security installers, consultants and specifiers with training on business critical topics covering the specification, installation, maintenance and monitoring of security systems. The courses, which are...

From the right Product Manager Stefan Poulsen, Branch Manager, Business Brian Soencksen; and PROTECT's Account Manager Peter Moellerhøj with one of the redesigned Fog CannonsAs more and more companies choose to expand the existing alarm system and protect their valuables with fog security, Dansikring Direct has chosen a new supplier of Fog Cannons. The choice fell on Danish PROTECT, who already provides fog security equipment to most of the world.'PROTECT produces the best Fog Cannons'The...

Casino Théâtre Barrière de Toulouse deployed IndigoVision's IP Video solution for its demanding security surveillance requirementsOne of France's newest casino and entertainment centres in Toulouse has deployed IndigoVision's IP Video solution for its demanding security surveillance requirements. The Casino Théâtre Barrière de Toulouse is an exciting 14,000m² venue, which includes a 1,200 seat theatre, 3 restaurants, 3 bars, 14 gaming tables and 250 s...

 Aaron Tesnow represents AES as Director of Federal Business DevelopmentAES Corporation has launched the new AES Federal Security Solutions Division, which provides security products and services for Federal market customers. The new group expands the role of Aaron Tesnow, who represents AES inside the beltway as Director of Federal Business Development."We understand how important and critical our Federal customer's needs are and this will allow us to better serve them in order to mee...

Clarion Events acquired Counter Terror Expo conference and exhibition from Niche EventsClarion Events has announced the acquisition of Counter Terror Expo conference and exhibition from Niche Events.Covering the issues, products and services relating to counter terrorism, Counter Terror Expo's 2009 launch event attracted over 4000 visitors from government, military, law enforcement, intelligence and the private sector. The success of the venture was recognised at this year's Association of Exhib...

Siemens Security Products has just completed a full refurbishment of the demonstration and training facilitiesIn a clear indication of its commitment to success and customer investment Siemens Security Products has just completed a full refurbishment of the demonstration and training facilities at its South Wales Headquarters.The substantial investment made by Siemens will demonstrate to customers that the company is advancing its offerings, as the market demands. The new facilities provide...

 Temple Security major provider of security services to the transportation sectorThe systems division of Temple Security has strengthened its credentials as a major provider of security services to the transportation sector by securing Link-up Version 2 (v.2), the latest version of the de facto standard for qualifying suppliers to the rail industry.The original Link-up accreditation provided a single common registration and audit process for suppliers, shared by the UK rail industry. Link-u...

 ‘Safety and security innovations for the modern urban lifestyle' was the theme for the recently held Bosch Forum‘Safety and security innovations for the modern urban lifestyle' was the theme for the recently held Bosch Forum, hosted by Robert Meier, Managing Director for Bosch in the UK.Keynote speaker at the annual event, now in its fourth year, was Dr. Peter Ryan, former chief of police for New South Wales in Australia and principle security advisor to the International Olymp...

 Takex beams was final decision by CSGTakex were recently contacted by CSG Fire and Security for advice on a new installation they where commencing where reliability in a harsh environment was paramount.CSG made the decision that due to this fact, active infrared beams would be the preferred option as external PIR's would be unsuitable. After speaking with Jerry about this project, Takex were able to modify our flagship HF series Quad beam, and provide a new model PB-IN-HF/KH specifica...

  Chiron’s IRIS alarms-over-IP used in Danish education projects International building systems integrator TAC has utilised the operational benefits of Chiron Security Communications' IRIS alarms-over-IP monitoring solution to help protect a large educational institution in Denmark. As part of TAC's ongoing contract to install integrated access control and intruder alarm systems at a large number of on-site university buildings, Chiron's IRIS 840 IP dialler is being installed at...

 Andrews International acquired the U.S. and Mexico guarding operations of Garda World Security Corporation Andrews International, a full service provider of security and risk mitigation services, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire the U.S. and Mexico guarding operations of Garda World Security Corporation (TSX:GW) ("Garda"), including the uniformed security, strike security/asset protection and U.S. consulting and investigations operations. This acquisiti...

Rosslare's products were greeted with wide enthusiasm at SecuTech 2009Held at the new and modern "Taipei World Center" located at the Nangang area, the 12th International Exhibition for Total Security Solutions was bigger and better than ever! For the sixth time in a row, Rosslare showcased its products in an eye-catching booth, drawing present contacts, prospective customers and business partners alike.With several new launches to boost, Rosslare's products were greeted with wide enth...

Ipsotek's Visual Intelligence Suite has been awarded Primary classification in UK Home Office Sterile Zone categoryIpsotek, the UK's leading provider of Video Content Analysis (VCA) solutions, announced today that Version 10.1 of its Visual Intelligence Suite has been awarded Primary classification in the UK Home Office's Sterile Zone category. This highest-level classification means that Government establishments can use the product as the sole means of Intruder Detection in high security appli...

 GVB Holdings will be demonstrating the revolutionary PC Guard at SECUREX 2009Computer theft has become a major point of discussion all around the world. Computers are a valuable commodity and are easily disposed of. Computer theft during office hours is on the increase, when security measures are usually less stringent and the office alarm is deactivated. Thieves easily gain access to the office, armed and dangerous, and victimise staff with fear and physical force.During the pas...

 SpiderEx is useful in CCTV, Detection and Alarm systems as spiders like to create their webs on PIR's and CamerasQED, national distributor of security consumables, developed SpiderEx early last year. The product is an aerosol spray specifically formulated to deter spiders from any area it is sprayed. This is particularly useful in CCTV, Detection and Alarm systems as spiders like to create their webs on PIR's and Cameras.SpiderEx has since been sold into the UK and Europe security market t...

 SIA released revised standards for security system control panels to reduce the incidence of false alarmsThe Security Industry Association has released a draft set of revised standards for security system control panels and their associated arming and disarming devices that are intended to reduce the incidence of false alarms.The "Control Panel Standard - Features for False Alarm Reduction" is meant for use by manufacturers in the design of control panels and alarm signal re...

Bosch's latest Praesideo technology has become the first to attain the new EN54-16 accreditation Bosch Security Systems' latest Praesideo technology has become the first Public Address and Voice Alarm System to attain the new EN54-16 accreditation - a qualification that brings PA/VA systems in line with the most stringent fire alarm standards in the world. EN54-16 is the successor to the former British Standard (BS) 5839 and requires all new product to be independently tested...

 Axis Security has promoted Neil Ames to the role of Commercial DirectorAxis Security, one of the country's fastest growing security service providers, has promoted Neil Ames to the role of Commercial Director following the recent strategic merger with Temple Security.Neil joined Axis Security as Commercial Manager in December 2007. He has over 19 years experience in the manned guarding industry, having started as Contract Manager for Security Express at London's Southbank Centre in 1990. I...

 Universal Security Systems impressed NSI by quality of projectThe NSI is the leading approvals and certification body that assesses security installers, and Universal impressed in workmanship, use of new technology and sound design practice as well documentation quality and customer care.James Crouch, a director and founder of Universal, said: "Ensuring that operational methods are documented scrupulously is a roots-up part of our culture and internal processes are...

  The Shougang Group, Caofeidian Coal Wharf and the Ore Wharf are all customers of Zenitel Zenitel, international market leader in integrated communication solutions for the professional market, is pleased to confirm its contribution to Caofeidian, mapped to become China's largest steel production base by 2010. Uniquely, the site has been designated as a model for the country's environment friendly industrial base and is set to recycle 99.5 percent of its solid waste and 99.7 percent o...

  Bosch Security Systems is introducing a new series of flush-mount Premium-sound Ceiling Loudspeakers Superior music and speech reproduction meets the most demanding public address requirements: ♦ High-quality music and speech reproduction ♦ EVAC compliant ♦ Excellent bass response ♦ Complete range for every application Bosch Security Systems is introducing a new series of flush-mount Premium-sound Ceiling Loudspeakers delivering superior...

  Andy Drane appointed Acting Chief Executive by Security Industry AuthoritySecurity Industry Authority Chairman Ruth Henig has invited Andy Drane (SIA Director of Compliance and Enforcement) to take up the post of Acting Chief Executive.The recruitment process for a permanent Chief Executive is underway and an announcement will be made shortly.Previous SIA Chief Executive Bernard Herdan, who was appointed in November last year for an interim period of four to six months, took up a new...

The number of unoccupied premises has increased, yet many owners are leaving themselves open to the risk of arson, criminal damage and even prosecution, according to the National Security Inspectorate (NSI). As the recession bites and the number of empty buildings inevitably increases, so does the liability of those responsible for these premises if effective measures are not taken to keep them safe and secure. Should an injury or fatality occur in an unused building, those responsible are...

 Security Industry Association seeks to secure nation's infrastructureThe Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced its federal legislative priorities for 2009, with most of the seven items on the list focused on ensuring adequate funding to secure the nation's critical infrastructure and facilities.SIA, which represents nearly 400 electronic and physical security businesses of all sizes, aims to: Secure sufficient funding for the Student Safety and Campus Emergency Management...

 Concept Smoke Screen and the UK's jewellers Aurum Holdings Ltd has successfully reduced window break-ins A pioneering new venture by security leaders Concept Smoke Screen and the UK's largest luxury jewellers Aurum Holdings Ltd has successfully reduced window break-ins and subsequent high value loss. Concept Smoke Screens unique system is proven to dramatically reduce loss.Aurum is the largest luxury and prestige jewellers in the UK which brands now include Watches of Switzerland, Mappin &...

 The Federal Court of Canada dismiss patent infringement claims against DSC Tyco Safety Products Canada Ltd. (also known as DSC), the manufacturer and supplier of DSC® home security products in more than 140 countries, today announced that it has prevailed in a major lawsuit involving certain legacy DSC alarm panels. In a lengthy judgment, the Federal Court of Canada dismissed the patent infringement action filed in 2004 by a competitor, Paradox Security Systems Ltd.The Federal Court of...

 Ambassador Kai Eide is winner of ASIS International's 2009 European Award for Distinguished Contributions to Societal SecurityASIS International has announced that Ambassador Kai Eide is the winner of ASIS International's 2009 European Award for Distinguished Contributions to Societal Security. Ambassador Eide, a Norwegian diplomat, is currently the Special Representative of United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for Afghanistan and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mis...